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Dent Works Again To Create Rangeland Fire Protection Associations In Washington
Dent Works Again To Create Rangeland Fire Protection Associations In Washington
Dent Works Again To Create Rangeland Fire Protection Associations In Washington
In an effort to help stop wildfires before they become large and unmanageable, Tom Dent has once again proposed legislation allowing for the creation of Rangeland Fire Protection Associations in Washington. The Moses Lake Representative said RFPAs would be different from fire districts, since they would not have taxing authority and would be made up of volunteers interested in attacking a fire wh
Lohmann: November Not As Wet As You May Have Thought
Lohmann: November Not As Wet As You May Have Thought
Lohmann: November Not As Wet As You May Have Thought
After the extremely dry summer and early fall the Pacific Northwest experienced, the rain that rolled across the area in November was welcomed relief. But, was the month as wet as many thought it was? In western Oregon and western Washington, large amounts of rain fell, leading to flooding and landslides ...
Moses Lake Farm Marks 10 Years Of Sustainability
Moses Lake Farm Marks 10 Years Of Sustainability
Moses Lake Farm Marks 10 Years Of Sustainability
Moses Lake based Lucky Hook Farm recently surpassed the 10 year certification milestone with the leading animal welfare and sustainability label, Certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World. Lucky Hook Farm co-owner, Jessi Maurer, said one of the biggest benefits of the certification is the abundance of helpful information and collaboration available to participating farmers. "There
Law Enforcement Reminding Everyone Of The Dangers Of Irrigation Canals Ponds
Law Enforcement Reminding Everyone Of The Dangers Of Irrigation Canals Ponds
Law Enforcement Reminding Everyone Of The Dangers Of Irrigation Canals Ponds
Now that we’re in the dog days of summer, it may be tempting for those on the farm, or near a farm to cool off in irrigation water. But local law enforcement is reminding you of the dangers of irrigation water. Investigators say a 44-year-old man died Sunday after he drowned in an irrigation canal outside of Moses Lake, WA. The ...
Warnick: Ag Overtime Hurt Workers, Needs Improvements
Warnick: Ag Overtime Hurt Workers, Needs Improvements
Warnick: Ag Overtime Hurt Workers, Needs Improvements
While some claim the legislation righted a wrong, many in Washington’s Ag community say the recently approved overtime legislation does little more than hurt farmers and farmworkers. Senate Bill 5172 stair steps over time requirements for the farming community, where overtime pay will be expected past 40 hours a week starting in 2024. ...
8th Annual Ag World Golf Classic Fast Approaching
8th Annual Ag World Golf Classic Fast Approaching
8th Annual Ag World Golf Classic Fast Approaching
With warmer weather, you may look to hit the links in the coming days or weeks. Why not play a round and help out local children and families in need? The 8th annual Ag World Golf Classic will take place June 8th at Canyon Lakes Golf Course in Kennewick, WA and then June 10th at The Links at Moses Point in Moses Lake, WA ...
Catastrophic Wildfire Legislation Clears Washington Senate
Catastrophic Wildfire Legislation Clears Washington Senate
Catastrophic Wildfire Legislation Clears Washington Senate
Legislation that looks to prevent catastrophic wildfires in Washington cleared the state Senate by a unanimous vote late last week. House Bill 1168, sponsored by Republican Joel Kretz and Democrat Larry Springer, provides $125 million every two years to boost wildfire response, accelerate forest restoration and support community resilience ...

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