Author Archives: Syndicated Content

719 homes destroyed by Spokane area fires, officials say nearly 11k structures were saved
Spokane, WASH. -- Firefighters from the incident command team for the Spokane area fires gave an update on the number of structures and homes damaged or destroyed. The California Interagency Incident ...
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WA child welfare deaths continue to drop after spiking last year
Deaths and critical injuries in Washington's child welfare system continued to decline this spring, after a record high in 2025 that had lawmakers considering changing state law. Six children died and...
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Spokane Complex Fire completely destroys Westgate playground in northwest Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. -- The Westgate Park playground in northwest Spokane is a total loss from the Spokane Complex Fire, according to Park and Recreation. As of Wednesday, Parks and Rec says most parks prev...
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E-bike rider dies in crash in Spokane Valley
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. -- An e-bike rider died in a crash with a car Monday in Spokane Valley. According to the Spokane County Sheriff's Office, deputies were called to the intersection of Progress Roa...
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Assistance Available For Producers Impacted By Wildfire, Drought
Oregon farmers and ranchers hit by drought or wildfire have several USDA programs available, covering everything from replanting orchards to hauling water for livestock. Your local USDA Service Center...
Glenn Vaagen Aug 12, 2026

Use A Grain Protection Protocol To Keep Bugs Away
Pacific Northwest wheat growers store grain longer than almost anyone else in the country, which makes pest management more important here than most places. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Aug 12, 2026

Wyden’s Wildfire Tax Proposal Stalls In The Senate
A federal tax break for wildfire and disaster victims passed the House but got stuck in the Senate, and Oregon's Ron Wyden isn't letting it go quietly. Continue reading…
Heather Roberts Aug 12, 2026

Washington Farmers Encouraged To Promote Future, Sustainability
Washington farmers, there's $4.3 million sitting on the table right now to help cover the cost of new farm equipment. First come, first served. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Aug 12, 2026

Merkley Proposes Bill To Expand Summer Learning Opportunities
School libraries sitting empty all summer while kids fall behind on reading is a problem Senator Jeff Merkley says his new legislation is trying to fix. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Aug 12, 2026

Ag Country Reminded To Call Before You Dig
Nearly 214,000 underground utility strikes happened last year, and most of them could have been avoided with one simple phone call before digging. Continue reading…
Glenn Vaagen Aug 12, 2026

