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Orca Protection Act aims to protect Pacific Northwest’s iconic whales
Washington state’s orca whale population could receive a wealth of new legislative support, as a Senate committee heard…
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90-Second Newbery Film Festival 2018 – Tacoma screening
Welcome to the 90-Second Newbery Film Festival—a yearly video contest in which kid filmmakers create weird short movies…
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Lawmakers want to rein in Washington’s many tax breaks
Six hundred ninety-four. That’s how many separate tax breaks and exemptions saved taxpayers—but cost the state—a little over…
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Western lecture series to host discussion on estuary restoration work in Kitsap County February 6
Western Washington University on the Peninsulas, in partnership with Washington State University Extension and the University of Washington…
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Secretary Zinke creates new Council for Hunting and Shooting Sports Conservation- Calls for Nominations
Continuing his unyielding support for hunting, fishing, and the American conservation ethic, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan…
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Day of Remembrance Taiko Concert to benefit Pilgrimage to Minidoka Incarceration Camp in Idaho
The Minidoka Pilgrimage and Seattle University are proud to present the Day of Remembrance 2018 Taiko Concert on…
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New King County Library System Director Begins Leadership Role
Rosenblum acquaints herself to the Puget Sound region while leading and strengthening KCLS with her proven library management…
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The Salish Sea is home to people, fish and our destiny
By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index The Salish Sea is a relatively recent term for the waters and…
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Lawmaker unveils ambitious plan to protect Salish Sea
A far-reaching package of laws aimed at clean water, orca whale protection, and phasing out fish farms in…
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Boating Program seeks experienced boater to serve on advisory council
The Washington State Parks Boating Program is looking for an experienced, safety-conscious boater to fill an open position…
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Tacoma Nature Center launches free augmented reality app for kids and families
Perfect for families looking to spend time outdoors, the Tacoma Nature Center has utilized the Agents of Discovery…
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State takes aim at opioid crisis
Bills would limit opioid prescriptions, invest in treatment options In an effort to tackle the opioid addiction epidemic,…
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The Farm at Franklin Pierce
Situated on an eight acre site owned by the Franklin Pierce School District, the Farm consists of a…