Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna today announced that Washington joined with other states and the federal government to reach an agreement with Amgen, Inc., settling allegations that the drug-maker illegally marketed several drugs.
Hunters have a chance to win one of nine 2013 special hunting permits if they report this year’s hunting activities for black bear, deer, elk, or turkey to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) by Jan. 10.
Saying they haven’t seen conditions like this in 30 years, maintenance crews from the Washington State Department of Transportation have closed US 2 from Stevens Pass to the west end of Leavenworth until it is safe for drivers. Skiers can still get to the pass from the west side. Drivers cannot get to the pass from the east side. The pass is not open to through traffic for east or westbound drivers.
A field of 13 applicants for a pending vacancy on the Metropolitan King County Council was narrowed to five last night by a citizen panel convened by King County Executive Dow Constantine, who will decide on three names to transmit to the Council for the appointment.
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is seeking nominations through Jan. 25 for membership on the Inland Fish Policy Advisory Group.
The recent tragedy that took place at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Conn., left everyone across the country shocked and broken hearted. As people reflect on the shooting, they often think about how the schools in their community would respond if they were to encounter an incident such as this.
County Executive Pat McCarthy officially took the oath of office on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012 for her second term that begins next month.
With 2012 nearing an end, King County Executive Dow Constantine took the opportunity to look back at his office’s top 12 accomplishments of the year and how they build on the reforms of previous years.
State fishery managers have approved an end-of-the-year razor clam dig over four evenings, leading up to and including New Year’s Eve.
Each winter up to 300 bald eagles congregate in the Skagit reserve.
The Society of American Foresters awarded accreditation last week to Green River Community College’s Natural Resources — Forestry degree. Green River was one of the first community college technical programs in North America to apply for accreditation of its forestry curriculum. Prior to 2011, SAF only provided recognition to two year colleges, and accreditation to four year colleges and universities.
MAILBOXES DAMAGED: Police dealt with damage to 25 mailboxes the morning of Dec. 21. A homeowner’s president was to provide a list of all property damage and notify the U.S. Postal Service.
A calendar honoring Enumclaw’s first 100 years will help pay for the coming centennial party.