douglas county

An irrigation district in Douglas County illegally funded a 2015 major pipe project when three board members were allowed to contribute to its construction out to their own pockets.  The state Auditor’s Office says the Palisades Irrigation District replaced its mainline pipe at a cost of roughly $44,000.  Most of ...

Temperatures have warmed up around the Northwest, but many farmers are still waiting to get their spring work started.  Warmer temperatures in Benton and Franklin Counties led to quick snow melts, however early vegetable plantings have been delayed at least one month.  Me...

The Douglas County Farm Service Agency seeks a temporary employee, for general office duties.  The job is at their Waterville office.   Minimal qualification included: S. citizenship high school graduate or equivalent.   ...

The Washington State Farm Service Agency office announced the results of the county committee elections this week.   In Chelan County, Phyllis Gleasman was elected to serve a 3-year term as a Committee Member for local administrative area #1. Ros...

Finalists for the FSA County Committees in Chelan and Douglas County have been announced.   In Chelan, Susan Curtis, Carlos Torres and Melvin Weythman will be running for the spot to represent Monitor, Cashmere, Dryden, Peshastin and Leavenworth areas.  ...