Regional News

Commissioner Franz Enacts Statewide DNR Burn Ban


Jul 01, 2021
With fire danger increasing ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz has signed an order…




Daytime closures on US 2 west of Stevens Pass next week

By NCBI
Jul 19, 2012
Travelers crossing Stevens Pass on US 2 should plan for delays up to 20 minutes Monday through Thursday, July 23-26, as…

Repair work starts July 23 on the US 395/SR20 Columbia River Bridge at Kettle Falls

By NCBI
Jul 12, 2012
The 72-year-old pavement on the Columbia River bridge near Kettle Falls is getting a long-overdue face lift, but it won't…

Judge rules tax initiative violates constitution

By Associated Press
May 30, 2012
A voter-approved initiative that requires a two-thirds majority of the Legislature to raise taxes or close tax loopholes…

State Seeks Comments about How Land Bought or Developed With State Grants May Be Used

By NCBI
May 10, 2012
The Washington Recreation and Conservation Office is seeking comment on how lands may be used if their purchase or…

Morton honored by small business group for supportive voting record

By NCBI
May 01, 2012
Sen. Bob Morton, R-Kettle Falls, was honored recently as a Guardian of Small Business for his support during the 2011-12…