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Tonasket School Board discusses finances, federal policy changes

During the latest Tonasket School Board meeting, the board discussed finances, sports and the district’s stance on potential…

The entrance to the Oroville City Council Chambers is located on the south side of city hall, 1308 Ironwood Street.

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Oroville City Council approves water connection north of Veranda Beach Resort

The Oroville City Council heard a request for water service by extending water past its current furthest connection…

Sen. Javier Valdez has introduced various bills this session to try and improve the state election process. Photo Courtesy of Senate Democrats

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Controversial initiative bill gets mixed testimony

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

Marta and Gabbie Capote level out a bin of cherries at a cherry orchard just north of Oroville. Gary DeVon/staff photo

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Okanogan Horticultural Society Annual Meeting Feb. 6 at the fairgrounds Agriplex

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

Joyce Verney

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Joyce Verney

Joyce Maxine (Holben) Verney died on Jan, 22, 2025. She was born on Dec, 8, 1929 near Genesee,…

Gregory Reed

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Gregory Reed

Gregory Reed died peacefully at his home on January 22nd, 2025 at the age of 78 years old.…

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

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OSPI gives guidance on state and federal protections for immigrant students in Washington

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

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

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NVH board election concludes with no changes to leadership

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

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

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Permit to purchase firearms proposed in legislation

A proposal to require a permit to purchase any firearm is the latest gun legislation to be introduced…

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Oroville School Directors honored for School Board Recognition Month

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

Interns from the Washington State Newspaper Publishers Association (WNPA) will be filing articles from the Washington State Legislature. for the Washington State Journal. They are: Mary Feusner, Taylor Richmond and Juan Jocom. WNPA photo

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People think the state should reduce spending

Washington State voters want legislators to cut spending but also support spending more on specific programs, according to…

Kratom is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. Consumption of its leaves produces both stimulant effects (in low doses) and sedative effects (in high doses), and can lead to psychotic symptoms and psychological and physiological dependence. Kratom leaves contain two major psychoactive ingredients (mitragynine and 7-hydroxymytragynine), according to the USDEA. US FDA image

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Tonasket Council follows Public Safety’s lead, no-ban recommended regarding Kratom

The Tonasket City council discussed upcoming events and responded to concerns from the community over Kratom regulation.

Some of the fire damage at the UPS loading dock in Omak. The fire is suspected to have broken out after a suspect is alleged to have drilled into a UPS truck’s gas tank and a spark from the drill set the truck ablaze. OPD/submitted photo

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Suspect arrested in UPS truck fire resulting in an estimated $1 million plus in damage

A suspect has been arrested on several charges, including arson in connection with a fire that broke out…