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WIAA Executive Board revises Season 1 sports in response to state guidelines

Practices scheduled to begin Feb. 1 for football, volleyball, soccer and 5 other sports

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State health officials announce next steps for vaccines

From the Washington State Department of Health: On Jan. 6, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) released guidance for the next phase of COVID-19… Continue reading

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Inslee announces new COVID-19 reopening plan for Washington

Some restrictions will be eased beginning as soon as next week, the governor said.

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Group seeks higher federal tax deductions for educators

Wants expenses deduction raised to $1,000 from $250

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Congresswoman Kim Schrier. COURTESY PHOTO

Schrier sworn in to second term representing 8th Congressional District

Will serve on Energy and Commerce Committee

Congresswoman Kim Schrier. COURTESY PHOTO
Shirley Mary (Novotny) Rusbuldt | Obituary

Shirley Mary (Novotny) Rusbuldt | Obituary

Shirley Mary (Novotny) Rusbuldt | Obituary… Continue reading

Shirley Mary (Novotny) Rusbuldt | Obituary
Emily Lorene Butterfield | Obituary

Emily Lorene Butterfield | Obituary

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Emily Lorene Butterfield | Obituary
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State Department of Commerce awards grants to more than 7,800 small businesses

Newest $100 million grant round prioritized restaurants, fitness centers

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State Patrol looking to hire troopers in early 2021

Openings for 60 trooper cadets, 24 commercial vehicle enforcement officers

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Gov. Jay Inslee, pictured in December as he signed the certified statewide election results. Courtesy photo

Gov. Inslee extends ban on indoor dining, other restrictions

An updated reopening plan for stores, restaurants and gatherings will be released next week.

Gov. Jay Inslee, pictured in December as he signed the certified statewide election results. Courtesy photo
University of Montana senior Haley VonGoedert is preparing for a student teaching experience in the remote fishing village of Newhalen, Alaska. VonGoedert paired an elementary education major with wilderness and civilization studies. COURTESY PHOTO, University of Montana

Into the Wild: Covington woman to depart for remote Alaskan teaching experience

University of Montana student graduated from Kent-Meridian High

University of Montana senior Haley VonGoedert is preparing for a student teaching experience in the remote fishing village of Newhalen, Alaska. VonGoedert paired an elementary education major with wilderness and civilization studies. COURTESY PHOTO, University of Montana
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King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office warns of scam calls

Caller demands money to drop criminal cases

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State Rep. Brad Klippert, R-Kennewick. (Washington State Legislative Support Services) 2015

New proposal might help Washington get a Republican governor

An electoral college system, rather than a popular vote, could give more power to rural counties.

State Rep. Brad Klippert, R-Kennewick. (Washington State Legislative Support Services) 2015
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Sound Publishing offers grants to local businesses

Sound Publishing has launched a local business stimulus program to help businesses adapt in a rapidly evolving economic environment. Sound Publishing, based in Everett, is… Continue reading

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Kent Police Blotter: Dec. 4-16

Assault, stolen vehicles, shootings, naked woman among incidents

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Public Health – Seattle & King County staff administering COVID-19 vaccine to a local emergency responder. COURTESY PHOTO, Public Health-Seattle & King County
Public Health – Seattle & King County staff administering COVID-19 vaccine to a local emergency responder. COURTESY PHOTO, Public Health-Seattle & King County
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Puget Sound Fire call report

Type, number of incidents

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Schrier selected to serve on House Energy and Commerce Committee

Congresswoman represents 8th District

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Bezos pledges an additional $25 million to support COVID-19 relief efforts

In matching funds to help All In WA campaign assist Washingtonians

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