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Eatonville's traffic lights not at risk of IT glitch impact

As the world grapples with the fallout from a recent global IT glitch that disrupted flights and business operations, people are concerned about similar issues affecting other critical infrastructure, such as traffic lights. With many still feeling the ripple effects of the July 19 incident, local residents in Eatonville may wonder if their traffic systems are at risk.

Seattle's budget deficit projected to grow to $260M as revenue falls

Decreasing revenue projections have members of the Seattle City Council concerned about a likely $260 million budget deficit in 2025. Members of the Seattle Select Budget Committee were briefed Wednesday on the latest economic forecasts for the city. The main takeaway: the deficit is predicted to go up from an estimated $245 million.

Ferguson and Reichert to face off for governor in November

Washington state’s long-time attorney general and a former county sheriff will face off to be Washington’s next governor this November. Based on Tuesday night’s initial returns, Democrat Attorney General Bob Ferguson will face former King County Sheriff and U.S. Rep. Dave Reichert, a Republican, in the general election.

WA senators set to face off in November to replace longtime insurance commissioner

A pool of eight candidates to be Washington state's next insurance commissioner has been narrowed down to two following Tuesday’s primary election.

Savvy Senior: Paying for nursing home care with Medicaid

The rules and requirements for Medicaid eligibility for nursing home care are complicated and will vary according to the state your mother lives in. With that said, here’s a general, simplified rundown of what it takes to qualify.

Taste Food: Tweaking biscotti

This recipe is (nearly) an exact reproduction of a biscotti recipe from Bon Appetit. It follows the recipe almost to the letter, with two modifications. It reduces the amount of sugar slightly, which is my preference, and it makes one change to the baking method.

New driving school set to launch in Eatonville

Soon, young drivers in Eatonville will have a local option for driver education. Husband-and-wife team Luis and Tracy Marin are set to launch Take the Wheel Driving School in Eatonville. Luis has been a certified driving instructor and examiner for 20 years and has a background in enforcement, while Tracy has worked with vehicle licensing in Washington state for the last 25 years.

Pierce County Council split on sheriff’s department being featured on 'Cops'

The Pierce County Sheriff's Department will be featured on the next season of the reality television show “Cops,” and county officials are split on whether or not this will help the department in its recruitment efforts.

Get Growing: Your garden on vacation

Summer is so beautiful in the Pacific Northwest that it seems a shame to go away, but if you do, don’t forget to set your garden up for success.

Taste Food: A cheese worth grilling

Who doesn't like melty, gooey cheese? Nearly no one, we might venture. However, in the case of applying direct heat and the fire of a grill, the concept of cooking a hunk of cheese and then watching it dissolve into a bubbling ooze of dribble on the grill grates isn't ideal. No worries: There is a cheese for this conundrum, and it's called Halloumi.

Proposed toll rates for new bistate bridge advance to state commissions

A subcommittee for the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program to construct a new Interstate 5 Bridge across the Columbia River from Vancouver to Portland has adopted recommended tolling scenarios for consideration by the Washington and Oregon Transportation Commissions.

State agency: Repealing Climate Commitment Act means billions in lost revenue

The Washington State Office of Financial Management has released its fiscal impact statement on Initiative 2117, the measure to prohibit state agencies from implementing a cap-and-trade program and repeal the 2021 Climate Commitment Act.

More than a train ride

Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad is a journey through history

Just a 15-minute drive from Eatonville, the Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad in Elbe offers a unique summer activity for locals and visitors alike. The railroad's route originated as the Tacoma Eastern Railway in the 1890s, initially serving as a crucial transport link for Northwest forest resources.

Washington energy choice initiative officially qualifies for the November ballot

Initiative 2066 to protect energy choices like natural gas has officially qualified for the November ballot, according to the Washington Secretary of State's Office.

Savvy Senior: How extreme heat affects seniors: Tips to stay safe

I work for a county health department and every summer we’re seeing more and more seniors get sick and even die from heat-related illiness. Can you write an awarness piece on the affects extreme heat has on older adults, and what they can do to guard against this summertime risk. Thanks for helping keep seniors safe!