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Local Prospectors Gather In Cashmere For Gold, Gems, And Rockhounding Gear

13+ hour, 25+ min ago  (294+ words) The North Central Washington Prospectors host the 26th annual Gold, Treasure, and More Show this weekend in Cashmere. Over 60 vendors will offer rockhound and prospecting equipment and supplies, metal detectors, minerals, gems, jewelry, and gold panning. Organizer Don Enright says the…...

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Sekiu's Serene Shores Offer Stunning Views And Prime Salmon Fishing

21+ hour, 16+ min ago  (256+ words) It's'not easy to find peace and quiet in the middle of the city unless'you've'got'really good'soundproofing. A lot of people'are looking'for peace and quiet for either a vacation or a place to live.'Lots of Washingtonians are looking at the possibility…...

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USDA Retracts Warning on Walmart Chicken Nuggets Sold in Washington

16+ hour, 14+ min ago  (294+ words) A recent food safety alert involving dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets sold at Walmart stores across Washington and the U. S. has now been resolved, according to federal officials. Earlier this month, the U. S. Department of Agriculture issued a public health alert for certain bags…...

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Douglas County Seeks Public Input on Hazard Plan

18+ hour, 57+ min ago  (217+ words) Douglas County is hosting focus group meetings to review its Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP). An HMP identifies potential hazards for the community, identifies who is most vulnerable, and lists actions to reduce future damage. It coordinates efforts across Douglas…...

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Man Arrested After Allegedly Assaulting Sheriff's Deputy In Chelan

21+ hour, 13+ min ago  (229+ words) A man is behind bars after police say he assaulted an officer while being arrested for allegedly attempting to break into a Chelan woman's home on Saturday evening. The Chelan County Sheriff's Office says deputies responded at around 7 p. m. to an…...

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Restaurants In Washington Promote Digital Detox Dining Experiences

1+ day, 20+ hour ago  (233+ words) Even the average person in Washington state'can see that we live in chaotic times. We want a refuge from that'chaos,'and one way to get'a little of'that refuge is to get away from your phone.' There's'a trend moving across the…...

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Unveiling The Top 2 Most Charming Streets In Washington State

1+ day, 17+ hour ago  (594+ words) A survey of seasoned travelers has found two main streets in Washington are considered among the most charming in America. The retail landscape is changing, and these main streets are evolving with the times and staving off the challenge of…...

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Moses Lake Man Arrested After Meth Seizure

1+ day, 14+ hour ago  (148+ words) Police in Moses Lake uncovered a large amount of methamphetamine after serving a search warrant last Friday. According to the Moses Lake Police Department, investigators served the warrant at Cougar Campgrounds in Wheeler and located the suspect, 63-year-old Steven Johnston....

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Wenatchee Event Focuses on Future of Energy

1+ day, 16+ hour ago  (121+ words) Chelan PUD invites the public to a free, educational event exploring the future of clean energy. The Mid-C Clean Energy Expo features experts on hydropower, including hydrogen, fusion, solar, battery storage, and reactors. Signup for the News Radio 560 KPQ Newsletter…...

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Medical Bills Weigh Heavily On 10. 5% Of Washington's Seniors

1+ day, 19+ hour ago  (150+ words) There is new research on the mounting pressure on elderly care services that is being driven by high costs and a growing elderly population accross the U. S. The results are sobering when it comes to growing old in Washington state. The…...