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Disaster designation sought for Washington’s sweet cherry growers
Federal lawmakers have asked the Secretary of Agriculture to expedite a request by Gov. Jay Inslee for a…
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Gray wolves’ status in Washington unchanged after feds’ announcement
The status of gray wolves is unchanged in Washington after USF&W announced the animals’ listings under the Endangered…
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Crowd demands hearing on six citizen initiatives
Hundreds of Washingtonians demanded hearings on initiatives that would roll back taxes, give parents more rights and police…
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Mandatory process proposed to review complaints about school library books
A mandatory process to guide school districts should be required when protests erupt over books that deal candidly…
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WSDA concludes annual invasive pest hunt, no giant hornets found
Concerns grow over apple maggots, lanternfly and Japanese beetles
Obituaries
Susan Diane Hauenstein
Susan Diane Hauenstein, 63, of Stanwood, Wash., was born Dec. 9, 1959 to Glenn and Glenna Hauenstein, she…
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Three vie for May Festival Royalty, Selection Night Feb. 10
This year’s May Festival Royalty candidates are Jayden Glover, Anna Hernandez and Sierra Buckmiller.
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Margieree York Guyll
Margieree Guyll, 89, of Oroville Wash., died Jan. 17, 2024. Margie was born near De Queen, Ark. on…
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Washington SOS certifies initiative allowing workers to opt out of long-term care tax
The Secretary of State’s Office has certified an initiative allowing workers to opt out of the state’s long-term…
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Anglers pull in prize-winning fish at NW Ice Fishing Fest
The NW Ice Fishing Festival was held Saturday, Jan. 13 with 44 anglers descending on Sidley Lake to…
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Heilman takes over Farmers Insurance in Oroville
Brandon Heilman is the new local agent/owner for Farmers Insurance in Oroville.
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Lawmakers hunting for a solution to wolf predation in Washington
There has been action by both legislators and the governor’s office to address conflicts between wolves and livestock.
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Janis Waunita Rasmussen
Janis Waunita Rasmussen of Omak, Wash., died on Jan. 14, 2024. Jan was born Oct. 8, 1948 in…