Press Releases
OLYMPIA - According to a Washington housing data report, there are over 3 million housing units in the state of Washington. Of those, more than 1 million are rentals. Renters make up 36% of the housing market in our state.
In 2022, Washington State reported over 8,000 fire incidents in residential...
American Medical Association President Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, M.D., and his son Ethan. Courtesy Statepoint
STATEPOINT - As students return to classrooms, doctors say that it’s important to ensure that children are up to date with routine childhood vaccinations.
“The evidence around vaccinations is abundantly clear; they’re safe, effective and will help protect you, your loved ones, and your community...
NCW - Air Quality levels in Chelan and Douglas Counties continue to decline due to the persistence of heavy smoke from local wildfires.
NCW Libraries, in partnership with Chelan-Douglas Health District, have collaborated to provide relief for affected individuals. If you need relief from the...
TUMWATER — Apprenticeship programs for nurses and special education teachers in Washington are getting a $5.6 million boost through a local partnership that won a federal Department of Labor grant.
The Washington departments of Labor & Industries (L&I) and Washington Department of Veterans...
TUMWATER — As temperatures soar in Washington, industries whose workers do their jobs outdoors must give workers frequent breaks, access to shade, and water cool enough to drink, among other steps. Updated rules from the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) took effect June 27 requiring...
(BPT) - For many, the longer days, warmer temperatures, and blooming flowers of spring and summer bring a renewed sense of energy and motivation to paint the garage or freshen up the garden. However, it is also the perfect time of the year to devote your energy to personal health and wellness...
(StatePoint) During allergy season, having a safe haven from the triggers that make you sneeze and wheeze is essential. While you can’t completely control your surroundings in the great outdoors, you can take steps at home to reduce allergens and feel your best.
• Fresh, cool air: The right air...
STATEPOINT - The start of a new school year carries with it so much potential, particularly when students -- and their parents -- stay organized. Amid the back-to-school chaos, use these tips and gear recommendations to help keep everyone on track, whether they are at school, at home or on-the-go:...
Yakima, WA –The Washington State Tree Fruit Association (WSTFA) released its forecast for the 2023 Washington state fresh apple crop today. The full crop is estimated at just over 134 million standard forty-pound boxes of fresh apples, a 28.8% increase from 2022’s 104.3 million boxes. The 2022...
STATEPOINT - A great morning routine makes getting out of bed more pleasant and sets the tone for a successful, happy day. Whether you are a morning lark or a night owl, check out these items that can help you start your days on the right foot.
1. The perfect cup of coffee: Most people think they...
Ward Media Newspapers
- The Leavenworth Echo | Leavenworth, WA
- Cashmere Valley Record | Cashmere WA
- Lake Chelan Mirror | Chelan, Manson, Entiat, WA
- Quad City Herald | Brewster, Pateros, Bridgeport, Mansfield, WA
- Wenatchee Business Journal | Chelan, Douglas, Okanogan Counties, WA