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Three of the six citizen initiatives will be granted hearings; Republicans declare a partial win
Washington voters will hear a lot between now and November on any initiatives that end up on the…
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Budget questions swirl around possible repeal of climate act
Money to expand the state’s ferry fleet will be included in this year’s budget, but could go away…
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State proposes pesticide ban despite current research
Studies show loss of habitat is a much larger issue than neonicotinoids on pollinators.
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Jacquelin Maycumber announces for Congress, 5th District
After U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris District announced she will not seek reelection, state Rep. Jacquelin Maycumber has decided…
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Oroville High School Music Program plays the high notes
The OHS Music students have been traveling around the county competing, and winning, choral and instrument competitions.
Obituaries
Jay L. Hudson
Jay L. Hudson, 89, of Oroville, Wash., died on Feb. 7, 2024. He was born Sept. 20, 1934…
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Hogtying ban unanimously passes state Senate
Washington State could become the first state to ban this arrest tactic
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DNR Releases New Fire Prevention Animated Videos
Four-part series of explainer animations to help communities be safe.
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Legislation would impose fines for untreated sewage discharge
A proposal to fine untreated sewage released into Puget Sound is part of an effort to save dwindling…
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George Leland Frank
George Frank, 94, was born Aug. 2, 1929 in Tonasket, Washington to Leland and Maidee Frank. He died…
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Esther Vallejo Sorensen
Esther Vallejo Sorensen, 83, died Feb. 6 in Oroville, Wash. She was born to Paula Padilla Vallejo and…
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Legislation that could change BAC from .08 to .05
Lawmakers are proposing reducing the legal limit for driving while intoxicated from .08 percent to .05 percent.