State Rep. Debra Lekanoff, a Democrat representing the San Juans who also works for the Swinomish tribe, said the plan endangers the area’s ecological and cultural treasures. A Tlingit from…
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40th District legislators lay out plan for session
Clean energy, electric ferries and local school funding are among the issues on the agendas of the 40th District senator and representatives during the 60-day legislative session, which began Jan….
Women’s march held in Mount Vernon
Men and women alike turned out Saturday for a Women Rising 2020 march in downtown Mount Vernon. The event was held in conjunction with others throughout the country. The Mount…
Alex Ramel selected to replace Rep. Jeff Morris
Following Rep. Jeff Morris’ November 2019 resignation from his position in Washington’s 40th District, Alex Ramel of Bellingham will take over the vacant seat. “A big congratulations to Alex Ramel…
New license plates to benefit San Juan Island stewardship available Oct. 1
Washington’s new San Juan Islands vehicle license plate will be ready for order October 1. Legislation authorizing the new license plate passed as Engrossed House Bill 1996. Many thanks to Representative…
Education Focus: La Conner celebrates return of totem pole
After being gone for three months, the bear, salmon and eagle that have stood watch outside La Conner Elementary School for more than two decades have returned. The totem pole…
Gov. Inslee signs missing and murdered indigenous people bill
Surrounded by members of Native American tribes from throughout Washington state, Gov. Jay Inslee signed landmark legislation Wednesday authored by Rep. Gina Mosbrucker that takes a major step toward advancing…
Washington House votes to commit to 100% clean energy
The state House passed a measure looking to eliminate fossil fuels like natural gas and coal from the state’s electricity supply by 2045. The measure, a key piece of Governor…
“Clean Energy” Bill Clears Washington State House
The Washington State House of Representatives passed what its supporters call a “clean energy” bill Thursday on a 56-42 vote. The law would require the entire electric grid to be…
Resolutions Introduced in 3 States to Designate 2019 as International Year of the Salmon
JUNEAU – State representatives from three states are introducing resolutions and a joint memorial this week to recognize 2019 as International Year of the Salmon. By declaring this year International…