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That Nice HR Lady: Stiffed on the Side Work
Employees should be paid for all hours worked, even when business is slow.
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WTF Just Happened This Week
Republished from WTF Just Happened Today, a daily newsletter breaking down national news.
US Supreme Court will hear challenge to WA runaway youth law
Supporters say it is needed to help protect trans youth in crisis. A group of parents sued, arguing it is designed to keep them in the dark about their children’s gender identity.
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Swan School Explorers End School Year with Food Pantry Success
A collaborative story from the Beacon and KPTZ on youth ingenuity.
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Ongoing Turmoil After Quilcene Food Bank Moves Locations
Allegations of mismanagement, missing funds and a community in the middle.
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ICG Advances Economic Development Framework with Focus on Housing, Infrastructure and Shared Vision
Hospital postpones levy lid lift, Port announces hanger purchase and PUD receives an energy grant.
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A Seamless Change in Port Engineering Leadership Expected, Thanks to Forward Planning
Dave Nakagawara, who has worked at the Port for the past three years alongside Matt Klontz, is ready to hit the ground running.
Letter From the Editor
Letter from the Editor: The Latest Local News Findings are Predictably Depressing (Except When They're Not)
The latest report from the 2026 Local Journalism Index landed in my inbox this week. Here’s some of what it says.
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What Happens After a Conviction for Sexual Assault
Offenders face limited rehabilitation options and the possibility of civil commitment.
Arts & Culture
Big Screen Views: “Toy Story 5”
Toy Story 5 is a tale of isolation, courage, generations of technology, and human connection.
Arts & Culture
“Northwest Expressions” Brings Art Evoking the Feeling of the Pacific Northwest
Summertime exhibit brings strange and beautiful creations to the Jeanette Best Gallery.
Challenges in Rural Election Administration ‘Exacerbated’ in Runoff Elections
Condensed timelines heighten communication, staffing, and resource issues for rural counties.