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State senate approves ban of open carry of guns at protests statewide

By Joseph O’Sullivan

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Measures to limit executive powers die in Legislature

Would require governor to get input from Legislature during emergencies

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Local law officers weigh in on drug ruling

At least for now, no arrests for simple possession and some prisoners likely will be released

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Washington Supreme Court rules state drug possession law unconstitutional

Defendant must have knowledge of drugs under possession

COURTESY PORT OF GRAYS HARBOR 
The Port of Grays Harbor handled a record amount of cargo in 2020, with more than 3.2 million metric tons of cargo moving through its four terminals.

Business

Port of Grays Harbor breaks cargo tonnage record in 2020

The Port of Grays Harbor set a new record for cargo tonnage in 2020, moving more than 3.2…

“Courtesy Wild Olympics Campaign” This area on the East Fork Humptulips, is among the rivers proposed for protection under the Wild Olympics Wilderness and Wild and Scenic Rivers Act

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Wild Olympics bill passes House

Kilmer says it will protect wilderness and grow jobs

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How your lawmakers voted this week

House Bill 1068, Exempting election security information from public records disclosure. Passed the House on February 24, 2021…

Business

Federal court says Washington state can require two-person train crews

By Mike Lindblom

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Hoquiam slashes water, sewer fees for new construction

Mayor hopes reduced fees will encourage development

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Public health website down for maintenance starting Friday for up to three days

County vaccination intake form still accessible through emergency management website

Northwest News

Bill to prohibit public schools’ use of Native names, symbols as mascots passes state House

Coastal lawmakers support

The Adams Street waterfront park in Hoquiam should be complete by the end of May. During construction, the park will be made ready for possible future additions such as a restroom and viewing tower shown here. The picnic area is being donated by the Lions Club. Its location may vary from what is shown here.

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Construction on Hoquiam’s Adams Street waterfront park to begin soon

New zoning discussed

Nation/World

The House is about to pass more COVID-19 relief. What’s in the bill?

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Biden’s $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package is expected to pass in the Democratic-controlled House…