Legal concerns raised with data collection for AGO police use of force database

A 2021 state law envisioned a state police use of force database and make the information available for the public to view and download.

By Gazette-Tribune • September 13, 2024 8:30 am
14 states pledge to address chronic absenteeism crisis in public schools

Fourteen states have joined an effort to cut chronic student absenteeism by 50% over the next five years.

By Gazette-Tribune • September 11, 2024 8:30 am
Hiker rescued by Search & Rescue from North Cascades misadventure

An 83-year-old man hiking in the North Cascade was rescued by Okanogan County Volunteer Search and Rescue on Sept. 7.

By Gazette-Tribune • September 10, 2024 8:30 am
Remains of USS Oklahoma sailor identified

The remains of Ralph Keil, who died on the USS Oklahoma during the bombing of Pearl Harbor, will finally be laid to rest.

By Emma Maple • September 3, 2024 8:30 am
Washington could be next state to restrict cell phone usage in schools

The state Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction has issued a call for Washington schools to overhaul their cell phone policies.

By Gazette-Tribune • September 2, 2024 8:30 am
Wheels and Thrills: Tonasket Comancheros Demo Derby is back

Rev up your engines and get ready for some high-octane action at the Comancheros Demo Derby on Sept. 1, at the Tonasket Rodeo Grounds.

By Gazette-Tribune • August 28, 2024 8:30 am
ASSE International Student Exchange Programs shares a wide range of engaging and educational cross-cultural activities organized by local area representatives for students, host families and host siblings. Courtesy ASSE Sponsored
August 26, 2024 6:00 am
Green Okanogan volunteers greet visitors at the GO Recycling Center. Photo courtesy Green Okanogan Sponsored
June 17, 2024 6:00 am
Oroville’s National Night Out, first organized in 2021 under Police Chief Michael Langford, has evolved into a festival of family-friendly activities. Photo courtesy of City of Oroville. Sponsored
May 20, 2024 6:00 am
GO began recycling in 2010. Opening to the public in 2015. Since then, GO volunteers have recycled over two million pounds of recyclable materials. Sponsored
February 5, 2024 6:00 am