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WA utilities prepare public for possible power shutdowns to prevent wildfires
Puget Sound Energy and other utility companies in Washington state are preparing for the possibility of cutting the power in high-risk wildfire conditions.
USDA using 1935 law to buy $22 million in Oregon, Washington fish fillets
The federal funding approval came after members of the Oregon delegation sent a letter to the USDA last month.
WA Ecology, feds to host meetings on breaching Lower Snake River dams
A new study is underway, considering the potential impacts if Congress were to breach Washington’s four Lower Snake River dams, a decision that could impact energy nationwide.
Options narrowed for safeguarding Lower Green River Valley from flooding
A recent meeting of the King County Flood Control District included an update on flood risk and mitigation planning regarding a 21-mile corridor along the Lower Green River at risk of severe flooding.
Lawmaker hopes to ensure WA bridges aren’t vulnerable to Baltimore bridge collapse
The devastating bridge collapse in Baltimore has inspired new legislation from a lawmaker who hopes to avoid something similar happening in Washington state.
Columbia Basin farmers hopeful irrigation program will stretch water resources
Farmers are hoping recent developments related to the Odessa Groundwater Replacement Program will mean the eventual completion of canal systems.
Boebert’s wolf bill passes U.S. House
A bill introduced by U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., that would federally delist gray wolves passed the U.S. House on Tuesday.
Spokane Valley legislator’s bill: ‘bee’ helpful to pollinators
Discover how Senate Bill 5934 champions pollinators with blooming shrubs and bushes for a sweeter tomorrow!
Disaster designation sought for Washington’s sweet cherry growers
West Coast cherry growers face economic losses due to unharvested crops and oversupply.
McMorris Rodgers slates congressional hearing on protecting Lower Snake dams
Hydroelectric dams face uncertain future as federal officials face tough questions.