National Survey–WA 4th Worst in Nation in Distracted Driving
Despite Target Zero, which aims to reduce the number of fatalities on WA roadways, the number of distracted drivers has skyrocketed in our state.
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Record Heat Raising Havoc With Local Grocery Store Freezer Systems
Sources, including Winco and Albertsons, say area retailers are facing some stiff unique challenges with our record-setting heat. 113-117 degrees really straining freezer systems.
What Are Rolling Blackouts, Why Possibly Coming to Our Area?
It's a matter of balance, sudden increased demands for power can cause electrical grids to crash.
Do You Know Where Your Kids Are on The Internet?
A recent survey by UScellular shows that 93% of parents in 2020 monitored their child’s cellphone usage, up from 81% in 2019.
Move Over Ice Cream, Here’s Comes The Book Bike
Taking the age-old ice cream vendor on a bike idea, and running with it.
June 10th Deadline for Comments on Horse Heaven Wind Farm
The project would string several hundred turbines from Finley through the Horse Heaven Hills area.
Catalytic Converter Theft Rising in Kennewick, Tri-Cities
For a while, it was irrigation equipment and wiring. Now catalytic converter theft on the rise.
Drone Night Flight Nails Franklin County Fleeing Suspect
Well, that answers the question as to whether Franklin County Sheriff's Office drones carry thermal or infrared tech!
Suspect Decides to ‘Borrow’ Phone That’s Not Hers
It's been suggested the phone be pinged to determine location.
COVID Policy Effects on Middle Schools–The Untold Story
While at least HS students got some semblance of normalcy in sports, music and clubs, middle schools very little.