Regional News

DNR to Hire 550 Seasonal Firefighters


Nov 27, 2018
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has begun recruiting for 550 temporary firefighters to serve during…




Responsible Recreation and Holiday Office Closures


May 25, 2018
Memorial Day weekend marks the kickoff of summer and is typically one of the busiest and most popular recreation weekends of the…

Emergency permits available to protect property threatened by high water in eastern Washington


May 16, 2018
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) officials said today that emergency permits are available to public and…

SR 20 North Cascades Highway is open for 2018

Press Release


May 11, 2018
With the creak of metal and a push from longtime opening day attendees, the gates on the seasonal stretch of State Route 20’s…

Osoyoos Lake Level Rising During Spring Snowmelt


May 11, 2018
In compliance with the terms of the International Joint Commission (IJC) water management Order for Osoyoos Lake implemented by…

IRIS to Host 9th Annual North Central Washington Community Success Summit in Pateros


May 08, 2018
The Initiative for Rural Innovation & Stewardship (IRIS) plans to showcase success stories when it teams up with partners to…