Thu, Dec 2, 2010
Charities Wish for “Regifting” this Christmas
Phone card donation helps military members keep in touch
Cash for Appliances Washington announces all program funds are spoken for
Winter road and weather conditions expected for Apple Cup travelers
Apple Cup fans traveling over the mountains and into the Palouse for the big game need to prepare for severe winter driving conditions.
WSDOT, State Patrol develop additional strategies for snow, ice responses
The next time snow or ice covers roadways in the Puget Sound area, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and Washington State Patrol (WSP) will employ new tactics and strategies to keep traffic moving.
Wed, Dec 1, 2010
Avalanche danger closes North Cascades Highway for the season
WENATCHEE – The North Cascades Highway (SR 20) is officially closed for the season after a storm dumped 2 feet of new snow and significantly increased avalanche danger.
Tue, Nov 30, 2010
SR 520 workgroup to discuss transit planning and arboretum mitigation plan
A workgroup focused on State Route 520 meets Dec. 1 to discuss transit planning and financing, and a Washington Park Arboretum mitigation plan, as part of the state’s effort to rebuild the highway and improve travel times between I-5 and Redmond.
Almost Three Thousand WA Kids Need “Forever Family”
With this week's observance of National Adoption Day, thousands of Washington State children have an early holiday wish:
Mon, Nov 29, 2010
SR 20, North Cascades Highway temporarily closed for snow storm
The North Cascades Highway (SR 20) temporarily closed at 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 29, in lieu of weather forecasts projecting up to 2 feet of new snow tonight through Tuesday.
Cities and counties around the state awarded millions in transportation grants
Congress May be Next to Say, “Go Outside and Play”
Seven hours in front of electronic entertainment and seven minutes outdoors.
Almost Three Thousand WA Kids Need “Forever Family”
With this week's observance of National Adoption Day, thousands of Washington State children have an early holiday wish:
Wed, Nov 24, 2010
Ice possible early Thursday; drivers need to be prepared and check their route
With road temperatures still well below freezing, a new weather forecast that calls for a mix of rain and snow Thursday could mean roadway ice from Chehalis to Bellingham.
Real-time road, traffic conditions available for holiday travelers
WSDOT and WSP remind drivers to prepare, know before they go
SR 99 downtown Seattle ramp closures next week
Drivers can expect detours at the two Belltown SR 99 on-ramps and the northbound SR 99 off-ramp to East Marginal Way S. on Monday, Nov. 29 through the morning of Friday, Dec. 3.
Washington drivers spend less time stuck in traffic
Washington’s drivers moved faster on the state’s highways and with less congestion in 2009 compared to 2007.
Tue, Nov 23, 2010
Roads conditions improving; WSDOT prepares for heavy holiday travel
Washington State Department of Transportation - News
Mon, Nov 22, 2010
2011 county budget approved without tax increase
WSDOT and WSP crews need drivers help today
As a large winter storm system works its way through Western Washington, drivers are asked to delay travel if possible.
Keeping WA's Small-Town Grocers Alive – and Thriving
A quick run to the corner store is an errand no longer possible in many parts of rural Washington, as small-town grocers close up shop, unable to compete with superstores in larger cities.
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