Gov. Inslee Likely To Go Beyond Carbon Pricing for Environmental Agenda
Gov. Inslee just got his environmental report from a panel of "experts", and believes numerous steps are needed to curb emissions. What does that mean? Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleLabor Leaders Against Inslee Using Executive Order on Low Carbon Fuels
Considering the source of this excellent editorial, it's a pretty strong message to Gov. Inslee about trying to ramrod his environmental policy. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleLegislators, Critics Wary of Gov. Inslee's Big Push for Electric Cars
One legislator is against extending the state's tax break for electric car owners, and spending money the state doesn't have on charging stations. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticlePolling Results on Gov. Inslee's Climate Change Policies Coming Wednesday
What do business leaders, voters, think of Gov. Inslee's climate change policies? We will find out Wednesday. The Washington state arm of the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) will...
View ArticleGov. Inslee Plans "Assault" On What He Calls "Polluting Industries"
Inslee vows to "make polluting industries pay." Whoa there, environmental cowboy. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleWhich Industries Will Face 'Pollution' Tax Under Gov. Inslee's Environmental...
This week, WA Governor Jay Inslee released information about how he wants to spend $12-plus billion dollars to upgrade roads, bridges and transportation infrastructure in our state. Read More|Comment...
View ArticleWhy Gov. Inslee's Environmental Plans Matter To YOU
To some, it may seem distant, thinking what happens in Olympia won't really affect them. But nothing could be further from the truth. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleMore Parties Added to Carlton Complex Fire Lawsuit – Now Over 150 Homeowners...
Over 150 parties have signed onto this suit, claiming the government owes them compensation over lack of firefighting efforts. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleBIG Policy Conference Coming to Tri-Cities January 6th – They Want YOUR Opinion
If you read our website, Facebook page, and listen to Newstalk 870, you're probably familiar with The Washington Policy Center. Now, they're coming to the Tri-Cities, bringing in some pretty...
View ArticlePrice of CFL Bulbs in Washington to Jump January 1st. – Did You Know?
You probably didn't, as the state hasn't exactly done a great job of letting people know. CFL's, or compact fluorescent lights, are most commonly known as the "curly tail" bulbs that often don't fit...
View ArticleWhat's Happened To Green Energy Company Tax Money? An Update
Gov. Inslee is set to embark on am ambitious environmental program which he believes will create a green economy and help erase a billion dollar plus deficit. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleFederal Judge Rules Yakima Dairy Guilty of Underground Pollution – Without...
The lawsuit is one of several filed against Yakima Valley area dairies, and was filed without any definite evidence showing the dairy was directly responsible for high nitrate levels found in the...
View ArticleMost "Grassroots" Environmental Groups Are Actually Part of Much Bigger...
Most of the so-called local community based environmental groups you hear about in the news are anything but that. They're actually like the arms of an octopus; part of much larger well-funded...
View ArticleExtreme Close-Up View of Lava Is Simply Mesmerizing
Yes, it's the dead of winter and a good portion of the country is being held hostage by a deep freeze, so why not take a look at something that'll make you really, really warm? Read More|Comment...
View ArticleGov. Inslee's Carbon Tax Plan Would Squeeze Mid Columbia Ag Companies
Gov. Jay Inslee is intent on fighting global warming and has proposed a enormous $12 billion plan to battle pollution and would "punish" the top 130 entities his experts say are pumping carbon into the...
View ArticleGoodwill Starts Curbside Recycling Program in Richland – Get Details Here
Starting next week, Richland residents who have unwanted textile (clothing-shoes, etc) items will be able to leave them out on garbage day, and they will be collected. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleOfficials Say Sunnyside Oil Leak May Take Weeks to Completely Clean Up
A 1,500 gallon tank holding old used motor oil that that began leaking Sunday has triggered the largest water cleanup effort in the Yakima Valley in 17 years. Read More|Comment Continue reading…
View ArticleOregon Legislature Set to Vote on Low-Carbon Fuel Standard Wednesday
Oregon has actually had a low-carbon fuel standard since 2009, but only one part of the bill is actually in operation. The bill is set to expire, or sunset, at the end of 2015. But if it's passed,...
View ArticleNo Drought, But KID Preparing for "Low Water" Irrigation Season
They're not officially calling it a drought, but Kennewick Irrigation District officials say they're prepared to utilize their drought plans to ensure water will be delivered when and where it's...
View ArticleGov. Inslee Declares Drought Emergency for Columbia Basin, Wenatchee Areas
At first glance, many irrigation districts across Southeastern Washington thought it would be tight this summer with water supplies, but now further examination shows possible, or probable, drought...
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