Wed, May 6, 2009
School district, board limit staff cutbacks
With a slightly rosier budget outlook heading into the 2009-2010 academic year, Sequim schools are keeping as many teachers as they can.
Scholarships stretch to local Boy Scouts
On April 21, Patrick Lauerman, far right, presented about $3,000 in college scholarships to local Boy Scouts, from left, Alex Lamb, James Clardy-Olson and Robbie Blenk in Troop 1491.
R&T Crystals celebrated grand opening April 22
Since he was 5 years old and picked up his first agate on the beach, Rick Williams has been a self-diagnosed rockhound.
Realtors pick top essays for American Home Week
Home, as the cliché goes, is where the heart is.
Port Angeles band releases third CD
Having spent the better part of a year recording shows, then replaying, remixing and remastering the best of the best tracks, Deadwood Revival is releasing its third CD.
PEAK leaders recognized by House resolution
The PEAK Leadership Program is a project of Peninsula College and Washington State University Team Jefferson Economic Development, which have joined ranks to develop a 10-month, annual community leadership program for 16 emerging leaders who reside in Clallam and Jefferson counties.
Nelson back for second internship with city
The city is getting help this year from not just one intern but two, Kristina Nelson in the legal department and Tricia Barrett in the public works and planning departments.
Meetings calendar
Legislature to fund ag rec projects
Friends of the Fields is proud to announce that Clallam County's application to the Recreation and Conservation Office of the state of Washington for Finn Hall Farm will be funded by the state Legislature.
Irrigation Fest events at a glance
The 114th Sequim Irrigation Festival really gets going this weekend with lots of fun activities for everyone.
Hood Canal bridge on schedule
Only seven hours after the Hood Canal bridge closed on May 1, the Washington State Department of Transportation had removed the 471-foot east-half draw pontoon.
Hearing on Wiley election draws 90
An estimated 90 people attended the Washington State Conservation Commission's April 29 public hearing in Port Angeles regarding the disputed Feb. 19 Clallam Conservation District supervisor election.
Ghost hunting goes online
Just like an old journalist's saying, if you are willing to dig for the information, then the truth is waiting to be found. This also is true for local genealogy researchers.
From the police blotter
Forks cop now faces misdemeanor
The felony charge of second-degree child rape against Forks Police Officer Erik Hanson, 33, was reduced last week to a two misdemeanor counts of communicating with a minor for immoral purposes.
Fire destroys unfinished home
No one was injured but an unfinished house at 642 Schoolhouse Lane was destroyed April 30 by an early morning fire of undetermined origin.
Fifth-graders cut waste with worm power
Through slimy, stinky and clunky conditions, fifth-graders Dallas Allen, Morgan King, Grant Witherell and Alexander Mittmann go through their school's main hall each day collecting plastic recyclables and compostable materials for the school's worm bins.
Feeding the earth that feeds us
Valley Gardens
DHS memo cautions against 'sore losers'
Guest opinion, Roy F. Wilson
County receives FEMA funding
Clallam County has been chosen to receive $24,621 to supplement emergency food and shelter and utility assistance programs in the county.
County OKs grants for nonprofits
The Clallam County board of commissioners in March approved $98,000 in distributions to local nonprofit agencies for human services and prevention programs.
Community News Briefs
Clallam Fire District 3 buys fire engine pump trainer
With more than 80 volunteer and career firefighters, Clallam County Fire District 3 always is searching for more efficient and effective training equipment.
Clallam County community coalition celebrates its 10 year-anniversary
Prevention Works! works. Started in 1998 with six members, today the Prevention Works! coalition of more than 250 parents, teachers, nonprofit agencies, medical and law enforcement personnel, governmental agencies and other citizens works to end child abuse and neglect, substance abuse and violence.
Bible full of success stories
There is no denying the Olympic Peninsula is full of talent. Many authors make their homes here and they draw inspiration and ideas from the scenery, people and spiritual life. Three authors, one from Sequim and two from Port Angeles, recently published books about Christian faith.
Beauty and the Beast'
Step into the enchanted world of Broadway's modern classic.
Be adventurous in planning your next fish dinner
Kitchen Korner
Battle of the beards
This part of Spring Fling, the Dungeness River Center's 2009 fundraiser, has taken on a life of its own. They call it the "Bearded Biker Challenge."
2009 Sequim Irrigation Festival Parade List
Wed, Apr 29, 2009
'Reader,' 'Battle,' 'Shadow' merit time on your screen
Sofa Cinema
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