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NBA owners to research expansion: Where does Las Vegas stand?
Las Vegas Review-Journal - Nevada
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July 15, 2025
The NBA board of governors asked the league office to carry out an in-depth analysis on the possibility of expansion during a meeting in Las Vegas on Tuesday. The meeting marked the first time the NBA’s owners officially discussed the topic after...
O’Brien Signs UDFA Contract with Seattle Mariners
BVM Sports
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July 15, 2025
RICHMOND, Va. – Brady O'Brien , '25 graduate, has signed an un-drafted free agent contract with the Seattle Mariners following the 2025 MLB Draft. The North Andover, Mass., native started 50 games at third base for the Spiders in his lone season...
Commentary: Washington state Supreme Court hides the ball on state employee compensation offers
The Reflector - Washington State
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By Jason Mercier / Mountain States Policy Center In a shocking 8-1 ruling, the Washington Supreme Court has given its official blessing to a secretive process that allows the offers and counteroffers leading to more than a billion dollars in...
Mariners Eyeing Impact Bat and Pitching Aid Before Trade Deadline
BVM Sports
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July 21, 2025
The Seattle Mariners are actively pursuing at least one impactful bat and pitching assistance as they compete for a Wild Card spot in the American League, currently tied with the Boston Red Sox. With a record of 53-46, the team has experienced a...
Failed Washington bill raises concerns about child safety
USCatholic
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July 21, 2025
On July 18, a federal court blocked a law passed in Washington state that would have required clergy to report child abuse when shared in the confessional. Washington bishops had filed a lawsuit earlier this summer in Etienne v. Ferguson, claiming...
Max Banks Selected By White Sox In 14th Round Of MLB Draft
University of Washington Athletics
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July 15, 2025
Story Links SEATTLE - Max Banks was selected by the Chicago White Sox in the 14th round of the 2025 MLB Draft on Monday. The senior was the only Husky selected in the 20 round draft, going at pick number 406. Banks was a dominant pitcher for...
Converted Washington ferry returns to service as a hybrid-electric vessel
WorkBoat
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July 21, 2025 Washington State Ferries’ first plug-in hybrid-electric vessel, Wenatchee, has entered service after a challenging and longer-than-expected conversion process. Washington State Ferries’ first plug-in hybrid-electric vessel,...
Seattle Seahawks star Devon Witherspoon hosts back to school jamboree at his alma mater
FOX10 News - Alabama
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July 12, 2025
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WALA) - It’s all about food, family and fun for the inaugural Devon Witherspoon Back to School Jamboree. Before heading off to training camp the two-time pro bowler spent some time giving back to the same community that raised...
New director of Planning and Public Works
Tacoma Weekly - Washington State
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The Pierce County Council has unanimously confirmed Josh Diekmann as the new Director of Planning and Public Works, bringing seasoned leadership to one of the county’s most multifaceted departments. Diekmann brings more than 20 years of experience...
Seattle to Portland bicycle event brings 6k riders to area roads
OregonLive.com
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July 12, 2025
The Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic is expected to bring about 6,000 riders to roadways this weekend. Cyclists leave Seattle on Saturday for the start of the 207-mile journey, which ends at Holladay Park in Northeast Portland. Most riders plan...
Washington State AD Anne McCoy Talks Track & Field Cuts, Pac-12 Changes, Financial Challenges
Sports Illustrated - New York
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July 6, 2025
It's been an eventful summer so for Washington State University Athletics, in both positive and negative ways. Washington State Athletic Director hosted a Zoom call with members of the media this week to discuss several major developments for the...
“So good” – Serena Williams' husband Alexis Ohanian and daughter Olympia proudly celebrate first pineapple harvest from family farm
Sportskeeda
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July 15, 2025
Serena Williams' husband Alexis Ohanian recently shared with his fans the produce from the family farm at his Florida home. The multimillionaire's elder daughter Olympia seemingly enjoyed it a lot if his latest update is to be believed. Williams...
Series: Seattle Kraken offseason recap
Sporting News
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July 15, 2025
In this series, we take a look at each team and see what they've done over the offseason. Next up is the Seattle Kraken. Key additions: Mason Marchment, Frederick Gaudreau, Ryan Lindgren, Matt Murray Seattle has added to their arsenal of middle 6...
Sights of the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance Rivkin Family SummeRun
Mercer Island Reporter - Washington State
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July 14, 2025
The Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA) Rivkin Family SummeRun focused on raising critical funds for ovarian cancer research occurred on July 13 at Seward Park in Seattle. Mercer Island’s Dr. Saul E. Rivkin (pictured) founded the Rivkin Center...
How Latinos in Washington state are coping with ICE crackdowns: ‘I don’t have time for therapy’
The Spokesman-Review - Washington State
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Alejandra Guzman-Mercado was just weeks away from graduating college – the first in her family to do so – when a judge denied her father’s request to remain in the United States and ordered his deportation. Now, two months later, Guzman-Mercado...
Food Critics Say This is the Best Place for Seafood in Washington State
1460 ESPN KUTI - Washington
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July 8, 2025
Let's be honest with ourselves. Washington State is great at a lot of things, but some food items isn't exactly what we're known for. When people think of great pizza in the United States, they don't exactly think of Washington. Seafood, however,...
ETHRANSACTION Launches A New Cloud Mining Contract To Yield Dogecoin Without Effort
MENAFN
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July 21, 2025
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Seattle, Washington, July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ETHRANSACTION launches new mining contract for yielding Dogecoin without any effort for it's users. These mining contracts do not require any hardware...
Wenatchee Valley's Innovative Methods For Cherry Crop Protection
KPQ - Washington State
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July 14, 2025
The entire country is currently enjoying the signature summer treat--sweet cherries. Washington state is the largest producer of fresh sweet cherries and the best of the best are grown in the Wenatchee Valley. It was refreshing to see and I admit...
US The Independent Earthquake swarm strikes Mt Rainier in Washington state
Yahoo News
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Mount Rainier, the active volcano towering above southwestern Washington state, started rumbling — very lightly — on Tuesday. A swarm of small earthquakes was detected under the mountain triggering focused monitoring from officials. But...
Kenyan politician, Rigathi Gachagua has opened his party’s office in the USA
Zambian Observer
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July 14, 2025
Former Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, had gone international with his party. Known as the leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), he opened a DCP party office in Seattle, Washington, United States of America. This marked the...