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September 17, 2026
Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal on Thursday discussed his request for nearly $2 billion in the next state budget. He is seen here testifying to a House committee in January. (bill lucia/Washington State Standard)

Reykdal seeks $2B for state’s public schools

The leader of Washington’s public school system on Thursday outlined his multibillion-dollar budget request he says is needed to ensure the state meets its legal obligations to fund basic education for more than 1 million students.

September 17, 2026
The Juniper Ridge trail within the Dark Divide. Hikers, hunters, and other recreationists are alarmed by the proposal to allow road building in many of Washington stateís most beautiful and iconic landscapes. (Photo courtesy of Karen Sykes)

Opposition takes shape to rescinding roadless rules

The Department of Agriculture made an announcement on Aug. 18 that they plan to rescind the 2001 Roadless Rule, which prohibits road construction as well as timber harvesting on many federal forest lands.

September 17, 2026

Death Notices for Sept. 17, 2026

Amy M. Holtgrieve, 51, Vancouver, died Aug. 20, 2026. Brown’s Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 360-834-3692.