Courtney Flatt
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NWPB
For people around the world, soccer is its own language. That’s true for some refugees in the Tri-Cities. Players from Nicaragua to Nigeria competed this past weekend in the first World Relief Cup tournament.
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Courtesy: Spokane PrideFaith communities across Washington are showing up for Pride Month events. Some organizers and religious leaders say public support for LGBTQ+ people can help heal longstanding wounds stemming from some religious institutions. -
Courtney Flatt/NWPBSoon, the town of White Salmon, Washington, will be a little more prepared for wildfires. The state is building a fuel break around the town. -
Elaine Thompson/AP PhotoWashington state is falling behind in education. That’s according to a report from The Annie E. Casey Foundation, which measured child well-being across the country.
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Improvements of Dietrich Dome at Walla Walla would be paid for by funds that couldn’t be used to keep Clarkston campus open, spokesperson says -
Adidas has designed a new ball for each FIFA World Cup since 1970. Some of those have been controversial. So why change the ball instead of sticking to one that works? -
At the Walla Walla Pride Festival, drag performers lip-synced to pop songs. Downtown was decked out in rainbow flags and filled with vendors and activities. People wrote chalk messages of love and support: “Love is love.” “Be the best you.” “Be Loud Be Proud.” -
FIFA says the World Cup draws billions of viewers, making it the globe's biggest sporting event. How can you get into soccer if you're brand new to the sport? -
If the timeline holds, Walla Walla will have a library fit for the 21st century next year. -
Employment lawyers say businesses should review policies and procedures, signage ahead of law’s implementation -
Opening Thursday and closing on June 27, the festival’s 19th season features about 30 musicians from across the country. In vineyards, wineries and the Gesa Power House Theatre, audiences will hear works ranging from classical to contemporary. -
A problem landfill in Yakima is still littering debris and sporadically releasing noxious smells. Neighbors say they’ve noticed some waste that shouldn’t be allowed. -
There’s a push to create an ombuds office to investigate complaints about the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office. Some members of the Pierce County Charter Review Commission have proposed it as an amendment to the county’s charter. -
Northwest cherries are about to ship, a tiny bit early. About 19 million boxes are expected this season – each box is 20 pounds.
