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    A screenshot of the WSDA online <a href="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.arcgis.com%2Fapps%2Fwebappviewer%2Findex.html%3Fid=5bb22df733ae49b29ac7b3cc3c7fc3e3%26utm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010194f62ccd87-c3fb7430-5c94-4c9c-8d7b-6564c6721ac6-000000/y4V3Lqle8Gms232xFcc2xPtE_bWMslk3_E2sNUD8LVU=392" target="_blank" title="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.arcgis.com%2Fapps%2Fwebappviewer%2Findex.html%3Fid">interactive map</a> that the agency encourages flock owners to visit to check if they are in a surveillance zone. WSDA map.
    State Department of Agriculture confirms avian influenza case...
    By Gazette-Tribune • February 12, 2025 12:00 pm

    The WSDA confirms Mason County’s first case of highly pathogenic avian influenza in domestic birds, in a small backyard flock of ducks

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    Ellie shares a laugh with her mother Amber Scott after jumping back from an attempt to pet one of the pigs at the Okanogan County Fair two years ago. Although she was a bit tentative, she finally joined her mom in giving the pig a scratch on the snout. Gary De Von/staff photos
    Okanogan County Fair Advisory Committee seeks new members...
    By Laura Knowlton • February 11, 2025 5:00 pm

    The Okanogan County Fair Advisory Committee (FAC) is facing a significant transition as eight of its 11 seats are currently open for new members.

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    Bernardita Sallato, with WSU Extension, spoke on apple and cherry fertility and “Getting the most bang for your buck.” Gary De Von/staff photos
    2025 Okanogan Horticultural Meeting informative, well attended
    By Gary DeVon • February 11, 2025 12:00 pm

    The Okanogan Horticultural Society Meeting took place at the Agriplex at the Okanogan County Fairgrounds Feb. 6 and was well attended

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    Tonasket School Board discusses finances, federal policy changes
    Tonasket School Board discusses finances, federal policy changes
    By Laura Knowlton • February 10, 2025 5:00 pm

    During the latest Tonasket School Board meeting, the board discussed finances, sports and the district’s stance on potential federal policy changes.

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    <a href=”https://www.vecteezy.com/free-photos/hardware”>Hardware Stock photos by Vecteezy</a>
    AI bills aim at transparency, protection of intellectual...
    By Gazette-Tribune • February 10, 2025 12:00 pm

    Guardrails are needed for artificial intelligence so consumers can have confidence information on the internet is accurate and real, lawmakers say.

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    The entrance to the Oroville City Council Chambers is located on the south side of city hall, 1308 Ironwood Street.
    Oroville City Council approves water connection north of...
    By Gary DeVon • February 7, 2025 5:00 pm

    The Oroville City Council heard a request for water service by extending water past its current furthest connection on Eastlake Road.

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    Smokey Bear rides on top of a U.S. Forest Service (USFS) truck in the May Festival Parade. Smokey is a familiar sight at May Fest as well as events around the country and his “Only You Can Prevent Forest Fires” is familiar to nearly every school-age child in the nation. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has teamed up with none other than the iconic Smokey Bear. The DNR has received funding from the USFS to wrap 10 trailers with Smokey’s image, as well as fire prevention information and resources. Gary DeVon/GT file photo
    DNR kicks off Wildfire Prevention Season with Smokey...
    By Gazette-Tribune • February 7, 2025 12:00 pm

    The DNR’s Wildland Fire Division used federal grant money to wrap 10 cache trailers with prevention messaging and Smokey Bear logo.

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    Sen. Javier Valdez has introduced various bills this session to try and improve the state election process. Photo Courtesy of Senate Democrats
    Controversial initiative bill gets mixed testimony
    By Gazette-Tribune • February 6, 2025 12:00 pm

    A state bill that critics say would kill the initiative process got a mixed response during its public hearing.

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    Marta and Gabbie Capote level out a bin of cherries at a cherry orchard just north of Oroville. Gary DeVon/staff photo
    Okanogan Horticultural Society Annual Meeting Feb. 6 at...
    By Gazette-Tribune • February 5, 2025 12:00 pm

    Okanogan Hort Society meeting is Feb. 6 with pest management and horticultural information and three WSDA pesticide credits available.

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    Tonasket School District will “follow the longstanding district policy (3226) and accompanying procedure” regarding their students. The district does not collect or share immigration status. TSD photo
    OSPI gives guidance on state and federal protections...
    By Laura Knowlton • February 4, 2025 12:00 pm

    OSPI announced in a news release guidance on state and federal protections for immigrant students in Washington state/

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    North Valley Hospital, like other healthcare facilities across the country, is bracing for a shortage of IV saline solutions due to the destruction of the Baxter International Inc. plant, a leading supplier, by Hurricane Helene. Laura Knowlton/GT File Photo
The North Valley Hospital District Board of Commissioners’ regular meetings are usually held the last Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. in the commissioners’ boardroom in the Verbeck Building. Laura Knowlton/GT File Photo
    NVH board election concludes with no changes to...
    By Laura Knowlton • February 3, 2025 5:00 pm

    NVH District Board of Commissioners met Thursday, Jan. 30. CEO John McReynolds discussed potential federal changes on the horizon.

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    Robert Schentrup, a member of Alliance for Gun Responsibility, was among those who shared stories during a press conference on Jan. 21 in Olympia. WNPA photo
    Permit to purchase firearms proposed in legislation
    By Gazette-Tribune • February 3, 2025 12:00 pm

    A proposal to require a permit to purchase any firearm is the latest gun legislation to be introduced in this year’s Legislature.

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    Oroville School Directors honored for School Board Recognition Month
    Oroville School Directors honored for School Board Recognition...
    By Gary DeVon • January 31, 2025 5:00 pm

    The Oroville School Board met on Jan. 27 and the directors were honored as part of School Board Recognition Month.

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