Courtney Flatt
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Some Northwest power companies came close to big problems during a cold snap this past winter. However, utility officials said they are now working to better handle plunging temperatures.
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A new exhibit at the Maryhill Museum of Art hopes to bring the beauty of the Columbia River Gorge to the world.
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A common type of pesticide can harm fish for generations after just days of exposure. That’s according to a new study. And researchers say it could also be a problem for people.
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The U.S. Army wants to install filters to help clean up contaminated well water in Central Washington. First, people need to fill out specific paperwork.
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Golden eagle feathers are sacred in many cultures. The Yakama Nation aviary is now home to a 1-year old golden eagle. That’s a big deal because it’s hard to get those feathers legally from the federally protected birds.
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After decades of fighting to protect salmon and steelhead, Northwest tribal leaders signed a historic agreement with state and federal officials – the Columbia Basin Restoration Initiative.
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Car exhaust at night is drowning out flower scents – a big problem for little insects. That’s according to a new study from the University of Washington.
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A controversial energy project in south central Washington is one step closer to breaking ground. A federal commission released its final environmental review for the Goldendale Pumped Storage Energy Project – to the consternation of several tribes and environmental groups.
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A controversial wind farm that was set to be the largest in Washington has been slashed nearly in half. The project developer said the new restrictions could be bad for renewable energy development around the state.
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Many ranchers say it’s time to find creative ways to deal with wolf attacks on livestock. That’s what a new bill in the Washington state Senate hopes to do – to the frustration of some wildlife rights groups.