Jefferson County

BUSINESS BRIEFS: WorkSource moves to Port Townsend … and other items

WorkSource announced that it has temporarily moved from its prior Port Hadlock location to 915 N. Sheridan St. The move is intended… Continue reading

NEWS BRIEFS: Expect delays Thursday at Elwha River Bridge … and other items

Drivers can expect delays at the Elwha River bridge on U.S. Highway 101 on Thursday. One-way alternating traffic is planned from 9… Continue reading

BIRD WATCH: Bald eagle sighting brings book memories

THERE IS NO ignoring a bald eagle flying through the front yard. Even more attention-getting is two eagles heading for the neighbor’s tall fir tree.… Continue reading

Clallam County disaster airlift plan first in state; neighbors in development

Clallam County disaster airlift plan first in state; neighbors in development

Private pilots will provide a lifeline to the North Olympic Peninsula after a catastrophic earthquake destroys the region’s bridges and highways, emergency… Continue reading

Clallam County disaster airlift plan first in state; neighbors in development

EYE ON BUSINESS: This week’s meetings

Luncheon meetings are usually Wednesdays at noon at Blakeslee’s Bar & Grill, 1222 S. Forks Ave. This Wednesday’s gathering will… Continue reading

HELP LINE: Play the ‘what if’ game when thinking about future

LAST WEEK, I told the story of my mother’s last few years on the planet, only because it illustrates how long-term care can work, given… Continue reading

Jefferson County sheriff says he is exonerated in report on complaint filed against him

Jefferson County sheriff says he is exonerated in report on complaint filed against him

Jefferson County Sheriff David Stanko recently sent an email to county staff “under the auspices of transparency,” informing them he has been… Continue reading

Jefferson County sheriff says he is exonerated in report on complaint filed against him

Wave Broadband outage fixed, spokesman says

Wave Broadband internet and some phone service was interrupted on and off Saturday, said a spokesman for the company. “It was a… Continue reading

EYE ON JEFFERSON: Lawsuit settlement, shooting range moratorium before county

The Jefferson County commission will consider settling a public records lawsuit for $50,000 when it meets at 9 a.m. Monday and will conduct a public… Continue reading

A GROWING CONCERN: Take care of your dusty houseplants

I’VE HEARD FROM some of you that you’re getting a little tired of the long dark days, having been stuck indoors for too long, however… Continue reading

WellHearts luncheon, Valentine cards among Peninsula activities

EDITOR’S NOTE: The play “Time Stands Still” will be performed at Olympic Theatre Arts in Sequim Feb. Feb. 9-11, Feb. 16-18, and Feb. 23-25. An… Continue reading

Port of Port Townsend considers Northwest Maritime Center management of Point Hudson

Port of Port Townsend considers Northwest Maritime Center management of Point Hudson

The Port of Port Townsend and the Northwest Maritime Center are considering a lease that would allow the maritime center to manage… Continue reading

Port of Port Townsend considers Northwest Maritime Center management of Point Hudson
Community outreach: Most calls off base for Indian Island firefighters

Community outreach: Most calls off base for Indian Island firefighters

Crews at the Naval Magazine Indian Island fire station would have very few calls if they weren’t committed to helping the outside… Continue reading

Community outreach: Most calls off base for Indian Island firefighters
Tacoma man charged after chase, search in Jefferson County

Tacoma man charged after chase, search in Jefferson County

A Tacoma man accused of attempting to elude authorities in Jefferson County over the weekend faces several charges. Hugo Madriz, 39, was… Continue reading

Tacoma man charged after chase, search in Jefferson County
More than 9 feet of snow at Hurricane Ridge

More than 9 feet of snow at Hurricane Ridge

Too much of a good thing kept the Hurricane Ridge Road closed Friday and Saturday, with more snow predicted this week.… Continue reading

More than 9 feet of snow at Hurricane Ridge
Retrospective, photographs, nudes among artwork on Port Townsend Gallery Walk

Retrospective, photographs, nudes among artwork on Port Townsend Gallery Walk

A reception for a retrospective of Julia Eastberg’s paintings and the work of sculptor Steve Jensen is set at the Northwind Arts… Continue reading

Retrospective, photographs, nudes among artwork on Port Townsend Gallery Walk
American Muslim life focus of library talk

American Muslim life focus of library talk

University of Washington-Tacoma professor Turan Kayaoglu will talk about the American Muslim experience at the next Inquiring Mind lecture at 6:30 p.m.… Continue reading

American Muslim life focus of library talk

ISSUS OF FAITH: Life is a precious commodity, don’t throw it away

“IN HIS HAND is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind” (Job 12:10 NIV). It is no secret that our community… Continue reading

Rekindling of life theme for storytelling

Rekindling of life theme for storytelling

Allison Cox of Vashon Island will tell “The Quickening: Stories of the Rekindling of Life” during First Friday Story Night from 7… Continue reading

Rekindling of life theme for storytelling

State Senate approves abortion insurance bill

The Senate has passed a measure that would require Washington state insurers offering maternity care to also cover elective abortions and contraception. Senate… Continue reading