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CDC Says It’s Safe For Vaccinated People To Do These Activities, Should Continue Masking In Public
The new guidance is specific to freedoms that vaccinated people can resume in their own homes, but the agency warns that everyone – even those who are vaccinated – should continue to follow recommended guidelines in public settings, including masking. Continue Reading CDC Says It’s Safe For Vaccinated People To Do These Activities, Should Continue Masking In Public
States Look To Ramp Up Wolf Kills Following Previous Administration’s Move To Ease Protections
The timing of the Wisconsin hunt was bumped up following a lawsuit that raised concerns President Joe Biden’s administration would intervene to restore gray wolf protections. The group behind the suit has close links to Republican political circles including influential donors the Koch brothers and notable Trump loyalists — Kris Kobach, a former U.S. Senate candidate from Kansas, and rock star and gun rights advocate Ted Nugent. Continue Reading States Look To Ramp Up Wolf Kills Following Previous Administration’s Move To Ease Protections
Idaho Students Protest As Bill Advances That Would Require Parents Opt-In For Some Sex-Ed
Idaho House Bill 249 would require parents to sign permission slips for youth to learn about human sexuality. The bill passed the House of Representatives Friday, March 5, 2021 on a party-line vote of 56-12. It heads next to the Senate for consideration. Continue Reading Idaho Students Protest As Bill Advances That Would Require Parents Opt-In For Some Sex-Ed
Washington Senate Approves New Tax On Capital Gains; Bill Moves To State House
Profits on the sale of stocks and bonds in excess of $250,000 would be subject to a new tax on capital gains under a bill narrowly approved Saturday by the Washington Senate. The measure passed on a 25-24 vote after more than four hours of debate in the Democratic-led chamber. Three members of the Democratic caucus voted no: Sens. Annette Cleveland, Steve Hobbs and Mark Mullet. Continue Reading Washington Senate Approves New Tax On Capital Gains; Bill Moves To State House
The Conversation: Why Some LGBTQ Americans Prefer Rural Life To Urban ‘Gayborhoods’
Pop portrayals of LGBTQ Americans tend to feature urban gay life, from Ru Paul’s “Drag Race” and “Queer Eye” and “Pose.” But not all gay people live in cities. Demographers estimate that 15% to 20% of the United States’ total LGBTQ population – between 2.9 million and 3.8 million people – live in rural areas. Continue Reading The Conversation: Why Some LGBTQ Americans Prefer Rural Life To Urban ‘Gayborhoods’
Northwest Wildlife Agencies Warn Of Newly Found Invasive Zebra Mussels
Washington state wildlife officials are working with pet store chains to stop the spread of aquarium products found to contain zebra mussels. A zebra mussel is a tiny shellfish native to the Black and Caspian Seas in Ukraine. But they’re now found all over the world, except in the Northwest. Continue Reading Northwest Wildlife Agencies Warn Of Newly Found Invasive Zebra Mussels
1 Shot Or 2 Shots? ‘The Vaccine That’s Available To You — Get That’
As the newest coronavirus vaccine makes its debut, the American public has a new set of deliberations before walking into their vaccine clinic — go with the new arrival or stick with the two vaccines that have already gone into the arms of more than 50 million Americans? Continue Reading 1 Shot Or 2 Shots? ‘The Vaccine That’s Available To You — Get That’
Newhouse And McMorris Rodgers Seek To Boost Hydropower After Idaho Rep’s Dam Removal Idea
Republicans Dan Newhouse and Cathy McMorris Rodgers have long championed dams. This is their second go at passing legislation that would reclassify hydropower as a renewable energy source. That’s important, Newhouse says, because hydropower can generate energy when wind and solar farms might be offline. Continue Reading Newhouse And McMorris Rodgers Seek To Boost Hydropower After Idaho Rep’s Dam Removal Idea
Private Prison Ban Could Limit Federal Immigration Detention In The Northwest
BY LILLY FOWLER / CROSSCUT Originally published March 2, 2021, on Crosscut.com After years of pressure from activists, the detention of adults and teens by… Continue Reading Private Prison Ban Could Limit Federal Immigration Detention In The Northwest
Past As Prologue: How Northwest Women In Rodeo Changed Perceptions Of Ability
The women athletes of early rodeo provide a broader understanding of women’s roles in rural history. Several top cowgirls like Fannie Sperry Steele, Mabel Strickland, and the Greenough sisters were born and raised on ranches across the Northwest. By studying these women, we have learned that women gentled and trained horses, moved cattle, and managed ranch duties. Continue Reading Past As Prologue: How Northwest Women In Rodeo Changed Perceptions Of Ability
Idaho Lawmaker Draws Strong Reaction After Saying Moms Should Stay Home
A decision by Idaho lawmakers to reject a $6 million federal grant to improve early childhood education — and comments from one lawmaker who said mothers belong at home — raised the ire of women across the state. Continue Reading Idaho Lawmaker Draws Strong Reaction After Saying Moms Should Stay Home
Washington Grocery Workers On Deck: Vaccine Eligibility For Critical Workers Begins March 22
Grocery store employees and other essential workers in Washington, regardless of age, will be eligible to begin getting the COVID-19 vaccine later this month, followed in April by people who have two or more medical conditions. Continue Reading Washington Grocery Workers On Deck: Vaccine Eligibility For Critical Workers Begins March 22
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