Icicle Ridge, overlooking Leavenworth Photo by Ian Dunn On a dayhike up the well-switchbacked Icicle Ridge, editor Ian Dunn took this shot showing Leavenworth tucked in its mountainous cradle.

AAA and Bicycle Alliance of Washington Encourage All to "Share the Road"

Spring is in the air and communities across the state are gearing up to celebrate National Bike Month in May. Whether you find yourself reaching for your car keys or a bike helmet, AAA and the Bicycle Alliance of Washington encourage all roadway users to show mutual respect for one another. Wednesday, May 8, 2013 More...

Tick Season is Here, SRHD Urges Simple Precautions to Reduce Bites

With warm weather on its way to eastern Washington, residents should expect the number of ticks to rise. Spokane Regional Health District (SRHD) urges people to take simple precautions to avoid being bitten this spring, summer and early fall. Wednesday, May 8, 2013 More...

NRCS announces second funding opportunity for salmon habitat restoration efforts

USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced today a second funding opportunity for the Pacific Salmon Habitat Improvement Partnership (PSHIP) that will assist with restoration of in-stream, wetland, and riparian habitat for anadromous salmonids in western Washington. Wednesday, May 8, 2013 More...