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Play it Forward co-founders Kristi Daniels (center) and Wil Russoul (right) pose with Jeremy Glasgow, the recipient of the first-ever Play it Forward $1,000 scholarship given May 25, 2016, at Grays Harbor College’s Bishop Center. Play it Forward co-founders Kristi Daniels (center) and Wil Russoul (right) pose with Jeremy Glasgow, the recipient of the first-ever Play it Forward $1,000 scholarship given May 25, 2016, at Grays Harbor College’s Bishop Center.

Play it Forward event to feature local artists,...

By Dan Hammock • January 11, 2017 10:00 pm

Bishop Center event to benefit Grays Harbor College scholarships

New state schools chief withdraws support for predecessor’s lawsuit against state

New state schools chief withdraws support for predecessor’s...

By Dan Hammock • January 11, 2017 10:00 pm

Predecessor initiated suit, claiming local school levy dollars can’t be used for wages

Department of Fish and Wildlife Director Jim Unsworth has sent a proposal to Governor Jay Inslee that asks the 2017 Legislature to consider substantial increases in recreational fishing and hunting licenses. Unsworth said rising management costs have left no alternative to raising the cost of licenses if hunters, like those targeting blacktail deer, and anglers want to maintain and grow hunting and fishing opportunities in the coming years. Department of Fish and Wildlife Director Jim Unsworth has sent a proposal to Governor Jay Inslee that asks the 2017 Legislature to consider substantial increases in recreational fishing and hunting licenses. Unsworth said rising management costs have left no alternative to raising the cost of licenses if hunters, like those targeting blacktail deer, and anglers want to maintain and grow hunting and fishing opportunities in the coming years.

Fish & Wildlife proposes significant hikes to fishing,...

By Dan Hammock • January 11, 2017 10:00 pm

Director: No getting around it, new funds required to maintain fishing, hunting opportunity

GH Woodworkers Federal Credit Union has announced a merger with Great NorthWest Federal Credit Union. The merger, just six weeks in the making, becomes official Feb. 1. GH Woodworkers Federal Credit Union has announced a merger with Great NorthWest Federal Credit Union. The merger, just six weeks in the making, becomes official Feb. 1. The circumstances behind the merger include a federal inquiry and a reported fire at the institution, but no further details were available as of Wednesday evening.

GH Woodworkers, Great Northwest credit unions to merge

By Dan Hammock • January 11, 2017 10:00 pm

Merger reportedly fast-tracked by ‘unusual events’

Molly Bold will assume the new position of Westport Marina District Business Manager with the Port of Grays Harbor Jan. 23. Molly Bold will assume the new position of Westport Marina District Business Manager with the Port of Grays Harbor Jan. 23.

Molly Bold selected by Port as new Westport...

By Dan Hammock • January 10, 2017 10:00 pm

Established local WEFish nonprofit organization three years ago to support commercial fishing

What was an empty dry storage warehouse just a month ago is rapidly taking shape as a state-of-the-art marijuana growing operation. The Enterprise warehouse at the Satsop Business Park will house a large marijuana grow facility as early as April, which will employ up to 70 people. The lower level is being separated into growing houses, which will nurture the marijuana plants at different points of the growing process; the upper level will be an electrical mezzanine to accommodate all the wiring and ductwork required for such a facility. DAN HAMMOCK THE DAILY WORLD

Construction at cannabis growing facility proceeding quickly

By Dan Hammock • January 10, 2017 10:00 pm

Satsop Business Park grower expects operations to begin in early spring

Theft of a hat leads law enforcement to robbery with possible gang ties

Theft of a hat leads law enforcement to...

By Dan Hammock • January 9, 2017 10:00 pm

Victim claims man put knife to his throat, threatened to kill him as part of gang initiation

State report shows salmon stocks still in decline

State report shows salmon stocks still in decline

By Dan Hammock • January 9, 2017 10:00 pm

Salmon are ours to save, says Gov. Jay Inslee

Dispatches for Jan. 9

Dispatches for Jan. 9

By Dan Hammock • January 9, 2017 10:00 pm

Calls to local emergency services

Cantwell, Herrera Beutler introduce bill to support stable Dungeness crab fisheries

Cantwell, Herrera Beutler introduce bill to support stable...

By Dan Hammock • January 9, 2017 10:00 pm

Legislation makes Pacific Coast cooperative management of Dungeness fisheries permanent

7-Eleven stores remove 25 cent per purchase surcharge

7-Eleven stores remove 25 cent per purchase surcharge

By Dan Hammock • January 9, 2017 10:00 pm

Strong reaction from public on social media, The Daily World site, prompts change

Dispatches for Jan. 5

Dispatches for Jan. 5

By Dan Hammock • January 6, 2017 1:30 am

Calls to local emergency services

The Seattle Seahawks “Road to the Playoffs” tour made a stop in Grays Harbor County early Wednesday afternoon. The crew that brought the 12th Man flag included Seahawks DJ Supa Sam and retired Seahawks cheerleaders Jessica I. and Gelly and posed for pictures with the 50 or so fans who showed up at Five Star Toyota. The flag is the one that is carried onto the field before each game. Earlier in the day a good number of fans met the tour at Raymond city hall. The Seahawks take on the Detroit Lions at Centurylink Field Saturday in round one of the NFC playoffs. The Seattle Seahawks “Road to the Playoffs” tour made a stop in Grays Harbor County early Wednesday afternoon. The crew that brought the 12th Man flag included Seahawks DJ Supa Sam and retired Seahawks cheerleaders Jessica I. and Gelly and posed for pictures with the 50 or so fans who showed up at Five Star Toyota. The flag is the one that is carried onto the field before each game. Earlier in the day a good number of fans met the tour at Raymond city hall. The Seahawks take on the Detroit Lions at Centurylink Field Saturday in round one of the NFC playoffs. The Seattle Seahawks “Road to the Playoffs” tour made a stop in Grays Harbor County early Wednesday afternoon. The crew that brought the 12th Man flag included Seahawks DJ Supa Sam and retired Seahawks cheerleaders Jessica I. and Gelly and posed for pictures with the 50 or so fans who showed up at Five Star Toyota. The flag is the one that is carried onto the field before each game. Earlier in the day a good number of fans met the tour at Raymond city hall. The Seahawks take on the Detroit Lions at Centurylink Field Saturday in round one of the NFC playoffs. The Seattle Seahawks “Road to the Playoffs” tour made a stop in Grays Harbor County early Wednesday afternoon. The crew that brought the 12th Man flag included Seahawks DJ Supa Sam and retired Seahawks cheerleaders Jessica I. and Gelly and posed for pictures with the 50 or so fans who showed up at Five Star Toyota. The flag is the one that is carried onto the field before each game. Earlier in the day a good number of fans met the tour at Raymond city hall. The Seahawks take on the Detroit Lions at Centurylink Field Saturday in round one of the NFC playoffs.

ROAD TO THE PLAYOFFS

By Dan Hammock • January 4, 2017 10:00 pm

Seahawk group comes to town.