Wednesday Jul 16 | Palousitics
Those BIAW Billboards: An Eastern Washington Perspective
KXLY reported last week that the Building Industry Association of Washington paid to have 61 billboards reading "Don't Let Seattle Steal This Election" put up all over Eastern Washington.
Walla Walla firefighters battle boat, grass fires
Walla Walla County firefighters battled grass fires near Dodd Road and a boat fire at Hood Park on Sunday afternoon.
Port of Benton biomass pellet project may get federal funding
The Port of Benton's biomass pellet gasification project may receive $1 million in federal funding.
FIRE: Crews extinguish Finley garage fire
Firefighters battled a garage fire this afternoon on Game Farm Road in Finley. Fire crews from Richland, Kennewick, Franklin County, Walla Walla County and Benton County responded to the blaze.
Tri-City fireworks problems not a bang this year
Fireworks were less of a problem this year in usually explosive Burbank, as well as in the Tri-Cities. Increased police patrols helped maintain order in Burbank, although hot weather and swift winds kept the ...
Temperature Inside your Parked Car can get Above Triple Digits. Updated: Firefighters say if you are running an errand and want your kids to wait in the car, you are putting them at risk for heat emergencies.
Fireworks with Burbank Heights Family
In Burbank Heights in Walla Walla County, homeowners have a little more leeway in setting off fireworks.
Fireworks laws in Burbank area to be strictly enforced
Just across the Snake River from Pasco, the unincorporated Walla Walla County community of Burbank has been a fireworks hot spot for years.
COURTS: Arsonist cannot access Franklin County sheriff's records
A Franklin County judge agreed today that the Franklin County Sheriff's Office and jail don't have to give any more records to a convicted arsonist serving time in Aberdeen.
Washington State Department of Health
State revokes, suspends licenses, certifications, registrations of health care providers
Island County In January 2003, the Nursing Commission indefinitely suspended the license of Sandy G. Spears to practice as a licensed practical nurse.
Washington State Department of Health
State revokes, suspends licenses, certifications, registrations of health care providers
Mason County In May 2003, the Nursing Commission indefinitely suspended the license of Ilene D. Russell , a licensed practical nurse .
Washington State Department of Health
State disciplines health care providers
Chelan County In January 2003, the Nursing Assistant Program dismissed charges of unprofessional conduct against Donna M. Richey .
HEALTH: Salmonella cases investigated in Walla Walla, Umatilla counties
More than a half dozen cases of salmonella in Walla Walla and Umatilla counties are being investigated.
Salmonella Cases in Two Counties Could be Linked to Tomatoes
A national salmonella outbreak could be hitting close to home. Umatilla County and Walla Walla County all confirm cases.
Instead of flying with major airlines, and paying their rising fees, you may be able to save money by flying into alternative airports.
Science at the bend of climate change
The mighty Columbia River begins to bend here at this "place of many waters." A little upstream, the river is joined by the Yakima, Snake and Walla Walla rivers, as if picking up steam before pressing through ...
Historic Planes Visiting Tri-Cities Information about World War II planes' visit to the Tri-Cities. Washington State Highway Map for 2008-2009 If you're staying in town for Memorial Day Weekend and looking for ...
Warmer temps could trigger Yakima River flooding
“This time of year the river temperature is under 50 degrees. Hypothermia can set in pretty quick, even when it's 90 degrees outside”
The possibility of record high summerlike temperatures could trigger a surge of melting snowpack and push the Yakima River over flood stage on Sunday from Benton City to the Columbia River. via Tri-cityherald.com
MEMORIAL: Annual police memorial event this morning
In the Tri-Cities, the Fraternal Order of Police and local law enforcement officers have planned an event today at the Columbia Park flag pole to honor fallen peace officers. via Tri-cityherald.com
Apologetic armed robber arrested in Walla Walla
On Tuesday detectives arrested the armed robber who apologetically robbed the Zip Trip at 303 S. Altamont on April 22nd. via KHQ-TV Spokane