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Washington State Ferries said it would deploy its new electric ferries first on the Mukilteo-Clinton run. Additional orders are expected to follow to replace more than a dozen other aging vessels in the fleet.

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Washington state to buy new hybrid electric ferries from Florida shipyard

Gov. Bob Ferguson made the final call to turn down a higher bid from a local boat builder

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May 30 Raptor Survey reveals high mortality of gray whales on the Washington coast

Since 1995, I’ve been conducting raptor surveys by vehicle along Washington’s coastal beaches. Completed with a host of…

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The Washington state Capitol.

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New Washington laws take effect

Fee hikes for hunting and fishing licenses, workplace protections for immigrants and increased requirements for gun dealers are…

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GHCSO investigates drive-by shooting

Bullet strikes home on Wynooche Valley Road

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The Oakville Independence Day Parade, Festival, and Scoot the Route Car Show are set for Saturday.

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Independence weekend festivities in Grays Harbor

UPDATED Noon July 3, 2025

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Fish and Wildlife Commission holds meetings in Olympia

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission met in Olympia from June 26 to 28 for committee meetings, discussions…

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Our Community Credit Union donates $20,000 to Matlock Fire District 12

Money to be used to rebuild the district’s infrastructure and modernize equipment and facilities

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Bargewell Delta Park Remembrance and Celebration set for July 11–12

Social event, guest speakers and luncheon to highlight biennial event in Hoquiam

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Longtime Feed the Hungry program manager Cher Spencer hands out meals on the program’s final day.

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Feed the Hungry runs its course as new initiatives begin

The Catholic Community Services program served its last meal on June 30

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The D&R Theatre officially reopened on June 20, 2025.

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D&R Theatre experiencing renaissance

Popular, iconic venue reopens with music and film events

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Wildland firefighters spray down a pile of burning brush as The Washington Department of Natural Resources assists Lewis County Fire in responding to a brush fire off of Beaver Creek Road in Boistfort on Thursday, Oct. 3.

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New Lewis County rules would include burn restrictions from July 1 through Oct. 15 every year

A dry spring and low water levels have prompted Lewis County to take action to prevent uncontrolled summer…

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How and where to safely enjoy fireworks in Thurston County this July 4

Ahead of the July 4 holiday, it is important to understand how to properly set off and dispose…

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Aberdeen City Council meetings have returned to City Hall.

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Aberdeen City Council to take legislative break in August

Council meetings have returned to City Hall after a year at Grays Harbor College