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Timberland Regional Library System
The Timberland Regional Library system hasn't had much success with levies. It serves residents in Thurston, Lewis, Grays Harbor, Mason and Pacific counties with 29 branches.
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Nate Sanford/KNKXProp. 1 would raise the sales tax rate an additional 3 cents on every $10 spent. Pierce Transit said this would enable more bus service, shorter wait times and new routes. -
Manuel Valdes/APThe conservative group Let’s Go Washington is pushing to expand access to medical, counseling and other school records. Critics worry this will roll back protections.
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Steve Mitchell/Winthrop Music AssociationWinthrop Rhythm & Blues Festival is seeking a new venue after owners of their long-time site, the Blues Ranch, declined to renew their lease. -
Jim Levitt/KNKXAt Jazz Port Townsend last July, faculty member Anat Cohen's student ensemble 'Blues-berries' brought heart, talent, and classic big band swing to the stage.
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Abe Beeson/KNKXJazz Port Townsend 2026 participants play a six-song set of standards and originals. The group was mentored by jazz drummer Matt Wilson. -
Parker Miles Blohm/KNKXAfter a medical condition almost derailed his jazz career, bassist Bruce Phares is performing again and producing a successful concert series in Vashon Island, Washington.
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