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WEBLands race reveals gulf between rural life, urban goals. By RILEY YUAN Chinook Observer. WILLAPA VALLEY — All along State Route 6, from Raymond to Pe Ell, red and blue campaign signs dot the fields, while hardwoods turn yellow at the fringe. It’s a telltale color palette, signaling the approach of fall and with it, election season.
Raymond murderer 'Crazy Shellie' released from prison
WEBNov 11, 2022 · David and Michelle Knotek. PACIFIC COUNTY — The community of Raymond is reacting to news that convicted murderer Michelle Knotek, 68, was released on parole from the Washington Corrections Center for Women on Nov. 8, after serving just over 19 years. Knotek, was convicted of second-degree murder and manslaughter in 2004 and was sentenced to ...
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WEBPerez took a shade less than 50% in Pacific County in the primary, at 49.7%, which is 1.2% less than the 50.9% she received countywide in the general election two years ago. Kent checked in at 39.9% in the county in this year’s primary, 8.9% less than he won in November 2022.
Tre-Fin bolsters local food bank with tuna - chinookobserver.com
WEBAug 26, 2024 · The Tre-Fin Foods retail market, located at 213 First Ave. South in Ilwaco, made the donation of 200 pounds portioned, frozen albacore tuna loin to the Ilwaco Food Bank, located at 303 First Ave., last Wednesday, Aug. 21. The facility also provides fish processing services for the Ilwaco commercial and recreational fishermen, employing 14 ...
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WEBAug 19, 2024. Aug 19, 2024. OCEAN PARK — Incorporated as a public charity and nonprofit in 2012 with an initial donation of $100, the Pacific Community Foundation (PCF) now manages more than $2 million. While building its financial base, the foundation has supported the betterment of the community and provided a focal point for those ...
Letter: Suspicions raised by school severance deal
WEBApr 1, 2024 · After multiple public records requests, it was learned that our district’s superintendent lined her pockets with additional funds by paying her spouse’s remaining yearly salary ($90,696.68) plus benefits (more than $20,000), after he worked just weeks into his 2023-2024 school-year contract and after he incurred a serious, documented discipline record over several years.
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WEBPe Ell/Willapa Valley football. The Pe Ell/Willapa Valley football team opened the season by pounding Winlock 40-8 in a non-conference game last Friday, Sept. 6. Up next:Pe Ell/Willapa Valley (1-0) will travel to take on Onalaska (0-1) in a non-district game Friday, Sept. 13. Onalaska lost their first game 42-16 to Nooksack Valley.
Soulful sounds: Peninsula Blues Festival gets the bayside buzzing
WEBAug 20, 2024 · MoJoe Johnson performs during the 7th annual Peninsula Blues Festival last Saturday, in Ocean Park. “It’s an honor and privilege to play here, it’s one of best times I’ve ever had,” said Johnson, who was among the first-time performers at the festival, which included nearly a dozen blues bands.
Glenn Ray retiring after decades of community service
WEBApr 23, 2024 · NASELLE — Glenn Ray, longtime manager of the Okie’s Select Market in Naselle, is retiring after decades at the community grocery store. The reins will be passed on to Leonard McGrath on April 30, who has served for a number of years as assistant manager for the Okie’s store in Ocean Park. Ray’s work history is interwoven within the ...
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WEBNAHCOTTA — Previously undisclosed details from the Washington State Auditor’s Office’s (SAO) preliminary draft accountability report on the Port of Peninsula have been released as public records. The undated, 18-page report obtained by the Observeron Aug. 21 alleges financial mismanagement and lack of transparency.