Conservation groups sue Trump administration over endangered species protections
Conservation organizations across the United States are suing the Trump administration over changes they say could make it harder to protect endangered wildlife and the places those animals depend on to survive. The lawsuit targets a new federal rule that no longer considers damage to wildlife habitat to be the same as doing “harm” to […]
Salt & Straw celebrates National Ice Cream Day with weeklong sundae special
Salt & Straw is giving ice cream lovers another reason to stop by this July. The Portland-based ice cream company is celebrating National Ice Cream Day with a weeklong promotion featuring a new Build Your Own Pint Sundae. Available July 17-23, the $15 treat lets customers choose three scoops of their favorite flavors served in […]
Two missing hikers found dead in remote Whatcom County
Authorities have recovered the bodies of two hikers who went missing in separate incidents in Whatcom County in June, bringing weeks of search efforts in the Mount Baker region to a close. The Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that 34-year-old Gursimran Singh of British Columbia was recovered July 13 in the Twin Sisters Range. Two […]
National Geographic names Olympic National Park one of the best U.S. national parks to experience after dark
Olympic National Park was included on a new National Geographic list highlighting some of the best national parks in the U.S. to experience after dark. The magazine recently rounded up destinations where visitors could swap daytime crowds for stargazing, wildlife viewing and nighttime hikes. The list included national parks across the country known for unique […]
Gray whale deaths along PNW Coast prompt ‘Catastrophic Mortality Event’
Gray whale deaths along the west coast have reached alarming numbers, prompting researchers to declare a catastrophic mortality event. Researchers with the environmental organization Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility, or PEER, say that gray whales are suffering a “catastrophic mortality event,” citing rapidly rising strandings and population declines. At least 145 gray whales have been […]
See 10 Washington summer festivals to add to your calendar
Summer festival season has arrived across Washington, bringing a full calendar of events celebrating music, food, agriculture, local traditions, and outdoor recreation. From seafood festivals along the waterfront in Seattle to lavender celebrations on the Olympic Peninsula, communities across the state are welcoming visitors with annual events that highlight what makes each region unique. Travelers […]
Washington to give away pieces of the beloved Bellingham Rock
For decades, the Bellingham Rock greeted drivers along Interstate 5 and served as a community canvas for messages, celebrations, and colorful artwork. Although the iconic roadside landmark was removed earlier this year during a fish passage project, Washington residents will soon have the chance to take home a small piece of its history. The Washington […]
Pacific Northwest Parks rank as some of the most deadly
From the misty peaks of Washington to the volcanic rim of Oregon’s Crater Lake, the Pacific Northwest is home to some of the most awe-inspiring wilderness in the country. According to a new national safety report, those wild landscapes are also among the most adventurous places to explore. Outdoor apparel brand KÜHL conducted a study […]
Where are the best places to ‘micro-retire in Washington? See the list
Four Washington towns appeared in a study determining where Americans would most like to take a “micro-retirement.” A micro-retirement is a planned months-long career break, or intentional pauses (think seasons, not weekends) to rest, learn, travel, or care for family. Recognizing this, the development firm Careerminds created a list of the Top 150 U.S. destinations […]
Study ranks Portland and Seattle best for real-world socializing
Digital communication has transformed how people interact, but many communities in the United States continue to prioritize real-world social connections. The Pacific Northwest is home to some of them, according to Compare the Market, a UK-based price comparison website that ranked the Most Social Cities in the World through an analysis of social data from […]