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For one Washington family, vacation in ‘paradise’ turns to disaster
After the Vogt family toured sites Maui Monday, they headed back to their resort – and traffic stopped. Flames jumped the highway, said mom, Kara Vogt. (Courtesy of Ryan Vogt)… Continue Reading For one Washington family, vacation in ‘paradise’ turns to disaster
WSU alumni, students worry about the future of athletics after Pac-12 news
The Ol’ Crimson flag waves during an ESPN College GameDay. (Courtesy: Ol’ Crimson Booster Club) Listen (Runtime 0:50) Read Every ESPN College GameDay, somewhere in the crowd you can see… Continue Reading WSU alumni, students worry about the future of athletics after Pac-12 news
Part of HWY 20 reopened, firefighters still actively working in area as Sourdough Fire burns
Scenic State Route 20 which runs through North Cascades National Park is now reopened.
The highway had been closed between Newhalem and Rainy Pass in Whatcom County, as it is the main access point for firefighters working the Sourdough Fire. Mark Enty, public information officer with Northwest Incident Management Team 10, said crews are still working in the area and drivers should be extra cautious.
Continue Reading Part of HWY 20 reopened, firefighters still actively working in area as Sourdough Fire burns
Conectar con comunidades que no dominan el inglés es un reto durante emergencias
Los incendios forestales son siempre peligrosos, pero imagine que no comprende las advertencias. Eso es un verdadero reto para las comunidades que experimentan barreras con el idioma, y las agencias de emergencia de Washington dicen que todavía hay un largo camino por recorrer a pesar de los esfuerzos para romper esas barreras. Continue Reading Conectar con comunidades que no dominan el inglés es un reto durante emergencias
Northwest wine behemoth – Ste. Michelle Wine Estates – may be listing
Northwest wine industry leader, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, dumps about 40 percent of its contracts with Washington growers. (Photo courtesy of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates.) Read The massive Northwest wine… Continue Reading Northwest wine behemoth – Ste. Michelle Wine Estates – may be listing
Evacuations remain in place as crews battle Sourdough Fire
Air and ground crews continue to fight the Sourdough fire burning in Whatcom County, which had grown to 1,440 acres as of Monday.
The fire is burning in a remote area where the terrain is rugged and steep, which is why crews are attacking the fire from the sky, said Mark Enty, public information officer for Northwest Incident Management Team 10.
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Forecasted rain expected to dampen Eagle Bluff Fire in Okanogan County
Crews made progress over the weekend on the Eagle Bluff fire burning in Okanogan County. The fire was 80 percent contained on Monday and crews said there has not been new growth for 48 hours.
Continue Reading Forecasted rain expected to dampen Eagle Bluff Fire in Okanogan County
En Yakima, clínica legal le ayuda con su solicitud de ciudadanía
Convertirse en ciudadano estadounidense es una de las metas de muchos inmigrantes. A veces, hacerlo sin ayuda puede ser motivo de preocupación; pero, en Yakima, una clínica legal de ciudadanía ayuda a las personas a despejar sus dudas y los acompaña en la solicitud de naturalización de principio a fin. Continue Reading En Yakima, clínica legal le ayuda con su solicitud de ciudadanía
70 years later, Korean War vet reflects on enlistment
It’s been over 70 years since the end of the Korean War. Although it’s known as the “Forgotten War,” the people who were in it aren’t all gone. One of them is 90-year-old Richard Larsen of Clarkston. NWPB’s Rachel Sun spoke with Larsen about his time in Korea. Continue Reading 70 years later, Korean War vet reflects on enlistment
Cosmic Crisp boasts big sales for Washington, with new apple varieties on the way
Cosmic Crisp apples on the Mother Tree near Wenatchee Washington. (Credit: Bob Hubner / Washington State University) Listen (Runtime 1:06) Read Known for its crunch and sweet taste, the Cosmic… Continue Reading Cosmic Crisp boasts big sales for Washington, with new apple varieties on the way
Oregon’s new SB 85 will further regulate water use on big livestock operations
Holstein dairy cattle loaf in their pens at Threemile Canyon Farms. New regulations adopted by Oregon seek to tighten cattle watering regulations. (Photo: Courtesy of Friends of Family Farmers.) Read… Continue Reading Oregon’s new SB 85 will further regulate water use on big livestock operations
Ranchers Cody and Debby Easterday owe the IRS more than $12.5 million in taxes
Cody Easterday walks with family members from the Federal Courthouse on South Third Street after being sentenced to 11 years, on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, in Yakima. KUOW Photo/Megan Farmer… Continue Reading Ranchers Cody and Debby Easterday owe the IRS more than $12.5 million in taxes
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