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Moscow author’s book illuminates inner world on the schizophrenic spectrum
In her new book, local woman recounts joys, successes and struggles of her life living with schizoaffective disorder Continue Reading Moscow author’s book illuminates inner world on the schizophrenic spectrum
The North Pole isn’t the only place for Santa to find reindeer – they’re in Goldendale, too
Tanya Clarke and Daniel Connell own and operate Goldendale Reindeer Farm, which has nine reindeer. (Credit: Courtney Flatt, Northwest News Network) Listen (Runtime 1:27) Read The reindeer at Goldendale ReindeerFarm… Continue Reading The North Pole isn’t the only place for Santa to find reindeer – they’re in Goldendale, too
Paid leave for families in Washington helps some, frustrates others
Five-month-old Hailey plays with a rattle at her parents’ apartment in Moscow, Idaho. Her parents are taking part in Washington state’s new leave program. (Credit: Lauren Paterson / NWPB) Listen… Continue Reading Paid leave for families in Washington helps some, frustrates others
King Road House, where four University of Idaho students were killed last fall, has been demolished
Demolition of the King Road House in Moscow, Idaho began shortly after 6 a.m. local time on December 28, 2023. (Credit: Julie Scott) Listen (Runtime 1:03) Read The house where… Continue Reading King Road House, where four University of Idaho students were killed last fall, has been demolished
Commercial timber owners in Washington will be able to apply for black bear damage permits
A black bear spotted on a forest road this spring in Eastern WA. (Courtesy: Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife) Listen (Runtime 1:00) Read Permits to hunt black bears in… Continue Reading Commercial timber owners in Washington will be able to apply for black bear damage permits
Researchers say deadly heat waves to be more frequent, intense
The second day of record-breaking heat in the Seattle area. People of all ages took advantage of the sprinklers during a free concert at the Lake Burien School Park. (Credit:… Continue Reading Researchers say deadly heat waves to be more frequent, intense
The cow that stole Christmas: Nearly 20 years since mad cow disease was first discovered in Washington state, one family still struggles
Sergio Madrigal and his wife, Rosa, stand outside the farm they owned, until recently, near Sunnyside, Washington. (Courtesy: Anna King / Northwest News Network) Listen (Runtime 2:56) Read It has… Continue Reading The cow that stole Christmas: Nearly 20 years since mad cow disease was first discovered in Washington state, one family still struggles
Winter solstice is also ‘Indian New Year’ in the Northwest
Cloe McMichael, 22, sets the table in the longhouse in Mission, Ore. ahead of the annual Indian New Year ceremony, which is celebrated on the Winter Solstice. The feast is… Continue Reading Winter solstice is also ‘Indian New Year’ in the Northwest
Long-COVID patients need more resources in central Washington
In Washington, there is only one clinic to treat Long-COVID. It is in Seattle on the west side of the state. Long-COVID haulers in the Yakima Valley face a lack of local resources, diagnosis and information. Some say they feel disconnected from their doctors. This is part three of a collaborative piece with palabra about Long-COVID. Continue Reading Long-COVID patients need more resources in central Washington
A cross-country competition to inflate Christmas cheer invades Richland
Steve Lee decided to bring holiday cheer to his neighborhood in Richland, Wash., by starting up an inflatable decorating competition with people in Madison, Wis. (Credit: Courtney Flatt, Northwest News… Continue Reading A cross-country competition to inflate Christmas cheer invades Richland
Pacientes de COVID persistente necesitan más recursos en el centro de Washington
En Washington sólo hay una clínica que trata a pacientes de COVID persistente o Long-COVID y está ubicada en Seattle, al oeste del estado. Los pacientes de COVID persistente del valle de Yakima se enfrentan a la falta de recursos locales, diagnóstico e información. Algunos dicen que se sienten desconectados de sus médicos. Continue Reading Pacientes de COVID persistente necesitan más recursos en el centro de Washington
Long-term impacts of Long-COVID among Latinos being researched in WA
Researchers are looking into Long-COVID in Washington. Nearly half of Latinos were asked whether they have experienced prolonged COVID symptoms and their answers showed they have. Continue Reading Long-term impacts of Long-COVID among Latinos being researched in WA
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