Mon, Jul 11, 2011
Plan for full closures of westbound US 2 trestle in Everett this week
After a short respite, drivers should once again expect detours and delays this week when crews resume full closures of the westbound US 2 trestle for girder repairs.
WA Foreclosure Fairness Act Takes Effect
More time to decide how to handle a pending foreclosure, and a better opportunity to negotiate with lenders.
Fri, Jul 8, 2011
First pour complete in SR 520 pontoon casting basin
Progress spread smoothly and evenly earlier today as crews completed the first concrete pour in a casting basin that will later churn out 33 massive pontoons for a new State Route 520 floating bridge.
Rock blasting on I-90 east of Snoqualmie Pass scheduled for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday next week
HYAK – Crews will continue rock blasting operations next week on Interstate 90 east of Snoqualmie Pass. Drivers will need to plan for an hour of added travel time.
Nat'l Security Bill Questions for Mt. Rainier and Olympic Nat'l Parks
A U.S. House committee today is to take up a bill that would expand the powers of the Department of Homeland Security by waiving compliance with 36 environmental laws, including the Clean Water Act, within a 100-mile buffer along borders and coastlines.
Tue, Jul 5, 2011
WA Reaches Beyond "Meatless Mondays" for Vegetarian Diners
While restaurants in some parts of the nation are just starting to add meatless meals to their menus one day a week for a "Meatless Monday" promotion, Washington has become home to one of the U.S.' largest percentages of vegetarians and vegans.
True or False? Speeding Endangers Lives
Consider This Your Warning. Law Enforcement Will Be Out on Snohomish County Roads for Speeding Patrols
Expect full closures of SR 522 in Monroe this week
Drivers on SR 522 in Monroe should plan to take an alternate route or allow for delays Tuesday through Thursday nights this week.
Possible travel delays July 9 and 10 for STP bike ride
Drivers should leave themselves extra time July 9 and 10 as 10,000 cyclists use Washington’s state and local roads for the 2011 Group Health Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic (STP).
Plan ahead for construction, congestion this weekend in the Puget Sound area
SR 520 to close from Montlake Boulevard to I-405; I-5 ramps to close at Mercer Street
WA Groups Work to 'Dish Up' More Summer Meals for Kids
Fewer than one in 10 Washington kids from lower-income families takes advantage of free summer meals available in their area.
Fri, Jul 1, 2011
Hundreds of Thousands in Damage and Stolen Property to Vacant Businesses
Rock blasting on I-90 east of Snoqualmie Pass scheduled for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday next week
Crews will resume rock blasting operations early next week on Interstate 90 east of Snoqualmie Pass. Drivers will need to plan for an hour of added travel time.
Thu, Jun 30, 2011
WSDOT fleet named one of the best in North America
WSDOT also wins Green Fleet Award second year in a row
Tapash Forest Project Promises Fewer Wildfires, More Jobs
Preventing major wildfires and saving the state money are two aims of an effort in central Washington that involves about a dozen partners, from state and federal agencies to conservation and sportsmen's groups and the Yakama Nation.
Wed, Jun 29, 2011
Hunger Relief Allies to Congress: “Don’t Starve SNAP”
More than 2,500 organizations across the country are petitioning Congress to reject plans that cut or dismantle the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly called food stamps).
Mon, Jun 27, 2011
Tools can keep Independence Day weekend travel from becoming a dud
Plan for heavy traffic on ferries, mountain pass highways and border crossings
Ramp and lane closures on southbound I-5 and 128th Street SW continue this week
Overnight ramp and lane closures at the I-5/128th Street SW interchange continue this week as crews work to add a second left-turn lane on the southbound off-ramp.
I-90 signs answer the question; ‘Just how much longer until we get there?’
Are we there yet?
Thu, Jun 23, 2011
Commission rejects allegations Reardon concealed travel costs
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