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The Wise Drive: Mind Tricks for Safer Driving
June 26, 2026
Q: Could you clarify some new road markings for me? There’s a stretch of road I drive that has a trail crossing, and leading up to it there is a series of white bars partially across the road lane, just before a pedestrian crossing sign. Is this a crosswalk? Are vehicles required to stop for […]
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Mason Health Employee of Month: Lacy Eveland
June 25, 2026
Mason Health names Lacy Eveland, Medical Surgical Pediatrics Nurse, as June 2026 Employee of the Month. Mason Health is proud to honor Lacy Eveland, Registered Nurse on the Medical Surgical Pediatrics (MSP) floor, as Mason Health’s Employee of the Month for June. She was recognized for the calm, capable, and compassionate presence she demonstrates with […]
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Mid-year is the perfect time for a quick tax check
June 25, 2026
It’s halfway through the year, which is a great time for taxpayers to do a quick check to make sure they’re on a smooth track to next filing season. Here are some tips: Keep good tax records. Taxpayers should keep all important tax records in one place. They can use electronic recordkeeping software or clearly […]
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MasonWebTV Talks Quality Care Open
June 25, 2026
[VIDEO] On July 10th, Mason Health will host the 30th Quality Care Open at Alderbrook Golf and Yacht Club. As the event nears, MasonWebTV Powered by HCC’s Dedrick Allan spoke with Jen Capps, Chief Development and Communication Officer for Mason Health, and Yvonne Yourkoski from Olympia Orthopaedic Associates – one of the Golf Tournament’s Platinum […]
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Shoreline, creek restoration comes to Twanoh next month
June 24, 2026
Twanoh State Park’s day-use area will close for several weeks this summer for a shoreline and creek restoration project that will enhance salmon habitat. The partial closure will begin July 5 and the area is expected to reopen in late August. Camping will remain open all summer. During construction, sites will be available on a […]
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Honor 250 years of independence by caring for Washington’s public lands
June 24, 2026
As Washington’s beaches and state parks prepare for one of the busiest weekends of the summer, Washington State Parks encourages visitors to celebrate America’s 250th Independence Day responsibly by keeping public lands safe, clean and enjoyable for everyone. Each year, thousands of people gather at Washington’s beaches and state parks for Fourth of July celebrations. While these outings create lasting memories, they can also leave a lasting impact […]
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Woman Seriously Injured in Taylor Towne Crash
June 24, 2026
A Tahuya woman was seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash in Taylor Towne Tuesday. The Washington State Patrol reports that two SUVs were northbound on U.S. Highway 101 about 5:15 PM with a vehicle in each of the two lanes. At milepost 352, the driver of the SUV in lane two (left lane) lost control […]
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County Unemployment Rate Drops
June 23, 2026
Mason County’s unemployment rate dropped from April to May. According to Washington Employment Security, the County’s unemployment rate last month was 5.6%, down three-tenths of a percentage point from April’s revised rate of 5.9%. May 2026’s rate was four-tenths of a percent higher than May 2025’s rate of 5.2%.
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FEMA Makes $13.3 Million Available for Pre-Disaster Mitigation for Flood, Earthquake and Wildfire Resilience Projects
June 23, 2026
Tuesday, FEMA announced that federal funding for hazard mitigation projects is available to the states of Alaska and Washington, and the Chilkat Indian Village to address flood, earthquake and wildfire risks. This funding will empower states and one Tribal Nation to take decisive, proactive steps to protect their communities from future disasters. Congress authorized these […]
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Watch Mason County Commission
June 23, 2026
[LIVE VIDEO] Watch the June 23, 2026, Mason County Commission meeting. Commissioners and staff are meeting in-person in the Commission Chambers at 411 N. 5th Street in Shelton (as well as via Zoom video conferencing) beginning at 9 AM. Here is the meeting’s agenda:
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