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November 15, 2025

H5N5 Avian influenza confirmed in Grays Harbor County resident First detection of this strain in a human, risk to the public remains low A Grays Harbor resident who was hospitalized with influenza symptoms in early November has been confirmed to have influenza A H5, a type of avian influenza. Additional testing shows the virus to […]

The Wise Drive: Getting Left Turns Right

November 14, 2025

Q: I was taught when turning left at an intersection onto a street with two lanes in each direction, to turn into the left (and closest) of the two lanes. If I want to eventually be in the right-hand lane, I signal and move right when it’s safe to do so. Sometimes a car behind […]

High School Sports Report from 11/13/25

November 14, 2025

SHS Volleyball Eliminated from District The Shelton volleyball team’s season came to an end Thursday night in the 2025 District 4 Class 3A Tournament as the Highclimbers fell to top seeded Prairie in three sets: 25-9, 25-12, 25-18. The loss to the Falcons eliminated the ‘Climbers from the tournament. Shelton finishes the season with a […]

Interest rates remain the same for the first quarter of 2026

November 14, 2025

The Internal Revenue Service today announced that interest rates will remain the same for the calendar quarter beginning Jan. 1, 2026. For individuals, the rate for overpayments and underpayments will be 7% per year, compounded daily. The rates are as follows: 7% for overpayments (payments made in excess of the amount owed), 6% for corporations. […]

Threat of River Flooding into the Weekend

November 14, 2025

A series of progressive systems moving across the region into the weekend will bring roughly 2-3 inches of rain to the Olympics and will force steady rises on Skokomish River in Mason County. With the Skokomish River running high and with snow levels expected to be between 5500-7500 feet, expect sharper rises on the river […]

No Discover Pass required on these 2026 days

November 14, 2025

Washington’s state land management agencies have designated 12 Discover Pass free days for 2026, creating more opportunities for visitors to experience our state’s beauty. On these free days, a Discover Pass is not required to park at Washington state parks or on lands managed by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources and the Washington […]

Grays Harbor County resident tests preliminarily positive for avian influenza

November 13, 2025

If confirmed, this would be the first human case of avian influenza reported in Washington in 2025 A Grays Harbor County resident has tested preliminarily positive for avian influenza, also known as bird flu. Confirmatory testing through the Washington State Public Health Laboratories is pending. Health officials are working to determine the potential sources of […]

401(k) limit increases to $24,500 for 2026, IRA limit increases to $7,500

November 13, 2025

The Internal Revenue Service announced today that the amount individuals can contribute to their 401(k) plans in 2026 has increased to $24,500, up from $23,500 for 2025. The IRS today also issued technical guidance regarding all cost?of?living adjustments affecting dollar limitations for pension plans and other retirement-related items for tax year 2026 in Notice 2025-67, […]

High School Sports Notes for 11/13/25

November 13, 2025

District Match for SHS Volleyball; NM Bowling Begins; MMK Football Plays for Championship The Shelton volleyball team plays at Prairie in the Class 3A District 4 Tournament tonight (Thurs. Nov. 13, 2025). The Highclimbers knocked off Heritage Tuesday to earn a spot in Districts and have a 10-and-8 overall record. The Falcons are the number […]

Watch Shelton School Board

November 12, 2025

[LIVE VIDEO] Watch November 12, 2025 Shelton School Board meeting. Board members and staff are meeting in-person in the gymnasium at Mountainview Elementary (534 East K Street, Shelton, WA), beginning at 6 PM. Click here for the meeting’s agenda.

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