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Hamilton Fire Update: Contained but Red Flag Warning Active
The Hamilton Fire near Winthrop was held at 82.7 acres and 85% contained after rapid multi-agency response stopped its spread.
- Evacuation orders...
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3h ago
Okanogan Appraisals Stay High as Increases Slow
Okanogan County property appraisals remain elevated but annual increases have slowed to an average of 3% this year, down from 5% last year and 10-12%...
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WA Cares Denials Hit Half of Early Applicants
Tonasket residents seeking long-term care coverage through Washington's new WA Cares program should prepare for possible denials, as half of early applicants have already been rejected over contribution requirements. The program launched July 1.
3h ago
Zoom Bombing Stuns Tonasket Council
An unknown Zoom participant disrupted the Tonasket City Council meeting with explicit behavior, halting proceedings until the IT consultant removed...
3h ago
Okanogan County Mourns Employee Lost in Landfill Response
Okanogan County is mourning Larry Fingar, a valued six-year Public Works employee who died when his water tender rolled down an embankment while...
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