Posts Tagged ‘Gov. Jay Inslee’
Saving Salmon to Save Orca Part 1: Public Comment on Recommendations Ends Today
Washingtonians have until today to submit their thoughts on the Southern Resident Orca Task Force‘s recommendations for saving the endangered population. In this multi-part series on KOHO, we’ll explore why the orca population has dwindled, what state agencies and conservation groups are trying to do about it, and how North Central Washington is part of the solution.
Read MoreGov. Inslee, Sec. Wyman Highlight Voting Security Ahead of Midterm Elections Nov. 6
Meddling by foreign powers in the 2016 elections has everyone looking for more improved, online security measures. But perhaps the most secure way to secure elections may be going back to pen, paper and the U.S. Mail. Marcus Bellissimo has more.
Read MoreGov. Inslee Tours Wenatchee’s Parkside Crisis Center Ahead of Completion
Gov. Inslee was in Wenatchee last week to tour a new facility, one that will address and provide help with the growing suicide rates in our region, as well as other health issues. Marcus Bellissimo reports.
Read MoreFire Danger Prompts Statewide Emergency Declaration From Gov. Inslee
This fire season in on track to be one of the largest to date due to the sheer number of fires. Because of that, Gov. Jay Inslee has taken executive action, as Marcus Bellissimo reports.
Read MoreStatewide Emergency Declaration, More Campfire Bans – NCW Morning Fire Update Wed., Aug. 1
Photo: Cougar Creek Fire, Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest The Cougar Creek fire, burning in heavy timber, snags, and logs up the Entiat Valley, is still zero percent contained, according to Forest Service officials. The fire footprint is 800 acres of steep, inaccessible terrain, making it difficult for ground crews to reach the lightning-caused blaze. Northwest Interagency…
Read MoreLocal Fire Officials Push Caution With Heat Wave, Summer Solstice This Week
Warmer temperatures and the threat of a lighting strike means everyone needs to be vigilant when it comes working or playing outdoors. Marcus Bellissimo reports. Photo: smokeyzone.com
Read MoreGov. Inslee Tours Wenatchee, Quincy Talking Broadband Internet Access
Governor Jay Inslee toured Central Washington this week to talk about improving broadband technology in the state. He told KOHO he wants to promote the vision statement that the state needs to provide broadband access to all its citizens: On Wednesday, the Governor traveled to Pomeroy and Pullman. Thursday he was in Chewelah, Quincy and…
Read MoreGov. Inslee Speaks At Fire Adapted Communities Conference In Wenatchee
Governor Jay Inslee was in Wenatchee Wednesday night to hear from the Fire Adapted Communities Learning Network. They talked about their experiences in ensuring their homes and communities are prepared for fire response and mitigation. The Network held their reception at Pybus Public Market, after a week of various learning exercises throughout the county. Speakers…
Read MoreSnow Melt Continues Flooding Across Okanogan Region, With Rain In Forecast Thursday
Rising flood waters are threatening a nearly century old dam above Leavenworth and downstream residents are being told to be prepared to evacuate. The Eightmile Lake Dam was built in the 1920’s out of earth, rock and mortar. It is located in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness of the Cascade Range. High water is already causing…
Read MoreWenatchee Designated ‘Opportunity Zone’ By Gov. For Increased Investment
Wenatchee Mayor Frank Kuntz joins Dan Langager on the KOHO Morning Show to talk about how the City of Wenatchee and surrounding areas of Chelan County received an Opportunity Zone designation from the Governor’s office this week. The application was submitted by the city and the Port of Chelan County. The new Opportunity Zone designations represent…
Read MoreCity of Leavenworth Update – Mayor Cheri Farivar
Leavenworth Mayor Cheri Farivar joins Dan Langager on the KOHO Morning Show to talk about a bill sponsored by Sen. Brad Hawkins and signed by Gov. Jay Inslee last week allowing the city to burn some yard waste despite its location within the state’s apple maggot quarantine zone. The city’s brush drop-off site opens next…
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