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Expert Says Attorney General's Action Against Arlene's Flowers Could Go to State Supreme Court

John McKay — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 17:11:05 +0000

The Washington Consumer Protection Act has been on the books for a number of years. After voters approved gay marriage last year provisions in it will be put to the test. First, as reported by The Stranger online blog, it is unprecedented for an attorney general to initiate such an action without a complaint filed. [...]

Pasco Post Office to Close By End of This Year

Miki Harvey — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 07:20:34 +0000

The U.S. Postal Service has notified employees that the Pasco mail handling facility will close by the end of this year, resulting in the elimination of 47 jobs. The U.S. Postal Service will save an estimated $800,000 a year by closing the facility. The Pasco office is one of 71 mail processing facilities facing consolidation in 2014.

Hanford Budget Cuts Inspire Local Artist to Create YouTube Music Video

Miki Harvey — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 09:57:28 +0000

Pasco Resident Jason Strickling shares his musical commentary on the federal budget cuts forcing Hanford workers to take time off.

Tuition Assistance Reinstated for Military

Miki Harvey — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 08:11:19 +0000

The military tuition assistance program was shut down earlier this month due to sequestration budget cuts, but congress has now agreed to reinstate the funding for the program.

The tuition assistance program provides up to $4,500 per year for service membe

Watch this Informative Fox News Report About a Second American Revolution!

Faith Martin — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 15:06:50 +0000

I don’t imagine that it would ever be possible for the government to take away our rights to own and arm ourselves with guns. It is in our constitution. And I don’t think the American people would put up with that. I do believe we should make it more difficlult for people to own guns, [...]

OBAMA: What You Didn't Hear Last Night Will Change Your Mind! [VIDEO]

Woody — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 14:00:02 +0000

Hmmm. You'll have to decide.

SWAT Team in Standoff With Gang Member Tuesday in Richland

Miki Harvey — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 00:49:28 +0000

The regional SWAT team was in a one-hour standoff with a dangerous gang member and sex offender in Richland Tuesday over a gun crime about two blocks from Marcus Whitman Elementary and four blocks from Carmichael Middle School. According to a press release, Ricco Garza is a criminal who had been pursued for months by [...]

Fiscal Cliff Deal Signed by House Republicans – An Agreement Was Reached

Andrew Kirk — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 05:05:40 +0000

Only 85 Republicans in the GOP-controlled House of Representatives signed the bill, but it was enough. House Speaker John Boehner and GOP vice-presidential candidate Paul Ryan both signed the bill approved by the White House and Senate. The United States now has a budget proposal that will reverse tax increases that went into effect New [...]

Photos of Sandy Hook Elementary in Connecticut Where School Shooting Occurred

Andrew Kirk — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 19:11:11 +0000

As news reports come out of Newtown, Connecticut this morning we keep hearing residents say they can’t believe it happened there. Indeed, this 300-year-old town of 27,000 residents is indeed “sleepy” and rural by most standards. The game Scrabble was invented there and it is, or was, home to both the author and illustrator of [...]

Seattle Suspect Accused of Assault With 'Deadly' Ukulele

John McKay — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 04:01:58 +0000

Seattle police are searching for a suspect who tried to hold up a convenience store Tuesday night, but their weapon of choice was more suited to playing “Tiny Bubbles!’A gas station near SW Myrtle and Delridge Way was held up by a man who attacked the clerk with a ukulele. The man, described only as [...]

How to Register to Vote in the Tri-Cities

Pasha Skirko — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 22:00:16 +0000

General Election November 6th.

Last Day To Register is October 6th.

ARE YOU REGISTERED TO VOTE?

Here's How To Register:
You can register to vote at several different places

A Court House
A Public School
The Department of Motor Vehicles
By Mail
Online at www.vote.wa.gov

In order to vote, you'll need to have some things

Be a US citizen and resident of the county that you are registering in
You must sign an oath declaring that an

What Do You Think of Mitt Romney's "Gaff"? [SURVEY]

Stacy Lee — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 17:15:05 +0000

I was watching television this morning and Mitt Romney was all over the news for some comments he made about voters. I, personally, don’t think he said anything wrong. But, he used some strong language, so it’s easy to see why some are offended. He didn’t know he was being recorded, so they’re “off the [...]

WA State AG Rob McKenna Visits Bear In Studio! [AUDIO]

Big Bear — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 22:50:48 +0000

You never know what a day brings and this Monday brought a phone call from Washington State Attorney General Rob McKenna. Rob McKenna of course is also running for Washington’s Governor nomination on the Republican ticket. Rob shared some things that the state’s AG office is working on to help folks who are under water [...]

Polling Places and Benton-Franklyn County Voter Information for Election Day 2012

Pasha Skirko — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 13:00:17 +0000

The General Election Is Coming Up November 6th.

Don't Forget to Vote!

WHERE DO I REGISTER TO VOTE?

You can obtain a registration form at a court house, a public school, a public library, the Department of Motor Vehicles, by mail, or online at www.vote.wa.gov. Submit your form to the auditors office, by mail, or online.

WHAT DO I NEED TO REGISTER TO

Guv Candidate McKenna Says He Won't Release Tax Returns

Pasha Skirko — Sun, 02 Sep 2012 17:00:00 +0000

AG Robb McKenna, Washington GOP gubernatorial candidate, will not be releasing any of his tax returns, calling the debate a “phony issue.” The Democratic rival Jay Inslee released five years of his tax returns and is calling on McKenna to do the same. McKenna says he has disclosed enough personal information. In this article, the author believes [...]

George H.W. Bush Impersonates Dana Carvey Impersonating Him

Don Deane — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 15:16:34 +0000

During a videotaped message delivered during last night’s Republican National Convention, both former Bush presidents expressed support for Mitt Romney. But the most surreal moment came when the elder Bush recalled comedian Dana Carvey’s well-known impersonation of him. “Not gonna do it. Wouldn’t be prudent,” Bush said, mimicking Carvey’s legendary George H.W. impression. If this sounds [...]

Mitt Romney Names Toby Keith, Kenny Chesney as Favorite Artists

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 15:00:44 +0000

Mitt Romney is an avid country music fan, it seems. In a new interview, the Republican presidential hopeful revealed some of the acts he’d like to have perform at the White House — and the country genre dominates his imaginary concert.

Happiest Workplaces, Did Your Job Make The List?

Chuck Hall — Wed, 30 May 2012 13:22:12 +0000

Work-life balance, realationships with bosses and co-workers are key

Richland Super Inviting Public on Facilities Tour

Pollyann Judkins — Sat, 19 May 2012 15:15:48 +0000

Richland School District Superintendent Jim Busey is inviting community members to tour Richland School District’s facilities on Thursday, May 24, from 8:30 to 11:00 am. To learn about the current state of the facilities and what improvement options may be consi

Boobs of the Week

Chuck Hall — Fri, 18 May 2012 12:10:15 +0000

Today marks the first post in a series of posts where I name my choice for the "biggest boobs" of the week.
Drum-roll please ...