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Washington Proposed New Refinery Training Rules

Washington Proposed New Refinery Training Rules

The state is seeking public feedback on updated apprenticeship wage and occupation notification requirements.

Live Poll

Do you support stricter training and certification requirements for refinery workers in your area?


Lifestyle

Live Poll

Do you trust that your local government manages taxpayer-funded early education programs with sufficient oversight?

Child Care

Washington State Funded New Child Care Sites

Governor Bob Ferguson announced $251 million to expand early education access across the state.

Washington State Funded New Child Care Sites

Business

Utilities

Washington Appeals Panel Upheld Hydroelectric Project

The court affirmed the state's certification of the Columbia River project while requiring added oversight.


Health

Live Poll

Should the government mandate local drug collection kiosks to ensure safe disposal of unused medication?

Substance Abuse

Washington State Audit Found Drug Program Challenges

A September 2026 audit revealed operational gaps and financial instability in Washington’s medication collection program.

Washington State Audit Found Drug Program Challenges

Science

Live Poll

Should your local government take action to manage water usage as glacial sources decline?

Environmental

North Cascades Glaciers Have Disappeared Rapidly

Researchers confirmed that one hundred glaciers in Washington have vanished due to long-term warming trends.

North Cascades Glaciers Have Disappeared Rapidly

Politics

Live Poll

Do you believe business associations should publicly endorse candidates for state legislative office?

Unions

Business Association Endorsed 13 Candidates

The Association of Washington Business announced its final slate of legislative endorsements for the 2026 election cycle.

Business Association Endorsed 13 Candidates

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