WA superintendent of public schools candidates agree state’s funding model flawed
Incumbent Chris Reykdal and challenger David Olson found some common ground. Both think the state’s funding model for public education is flawed.
Settlement reached in OHA’s Clean Water Act suit against mining companies
OHA has reached a settlement with Crown Resources and Kinross Gold USA to resolve the Clean Water Act regarding the Buckhorn Mine.
A fresh chapter: The Sun Cove Resort under new ownership
Sun Cove Resort, nestled in the heart of the beautiful lakeside Okanogan wilderness between Oroville and Tonasket, has recently announced a change in ownership
Multi-billion dollar election cycle request from Reykdal for Washington schools
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal says Washington’s public schools need a major influx of taxpayer dollars.
USFWS appeals to remove endangered species status for gray wolf
The Biden administration wants to overturn a district court decision that reinstated Endangered Species Act protections for gray wolves.
Office of the Secretary of State invites Washingtonians to celebrate National Voter Registration Day
The Office of the Secretary of State invites Washingtonians to join in celebrating National Voter Registration Day on Sept. 17.
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest implements new food and garbage storage rules to prevent and reduce human-wildlife conflicts
New food storage regulations will go into effect on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest beginning Sept. 16, 2024.
Washington health insurance rates to jump nearly 11% in 2025
Washingtonians who get their health insurance through the Washington Health Benefit Exchange will see a 10.7% average rate increase.
Ferguson, Reichert exchange jabs during gubernatorial debate
The two candidates to be Washington’s next governor faced off in their first televised debate, trading jabs on a variety of topics.
- Legal concerns raised with data collection for AGO police use of force database
- 14 states pledge to address chronic absenteeism crisis in public schools
- Hiker rescued by Search & Rescue from North Cascades misadventure
- Remains of USS Oklahoma sailor identified
- Washington could be next state to restrict cell phone usage in schools
- Wheels and Thrills: Tonasket Comancheros Demo Derby is back
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6 things you need to know about the new internet service in Brewster, Loomis and Tonasket
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Students, host families + community reap rewards of international exchange program
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Go recycle, then Go Again: Green Okanogan guides local circular economy
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Bringing Oroville together: National Night Out puts focus on community engagement
