Section: Local

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West Nile virus confirmed in mosquitoes in Washington

The state Department of Health confirmed West Nile virus in mosquitoes in Yakima County.
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Zodiac Aerospace fined hundreds of thousands for 2015 plant explosion

Zodiac has more than 100 locations worldwide, including one here in Bellingham.
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Central Washington wildfires mostly contained

All evacuation notices were rescinded or downgraded to the lowest level.
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Local retailers and PSE help Food Lifeline fight hunger

You can also help by buying some energy efficient appliances at DeWaard & Bode and Judd & Black stores.
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New state budget adds almost $2 billion for schools

The spending plan adds $1.8 billion for schools. People in 185 school districts will get a decrease in property taxes, while those living in 110 other districts will see an increase under the new state budget.
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Whatcom County population increases

All of the cities and the unincorporated areas of Whatcom County saw population increases.
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Father drowns in lake, his family receives eviction notice next day

He was known as a hardworking man who was devoted to his family.
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UPDATE: Body found in Baker Lake is missing man

May be remains of missing man
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Seattle mayor staying out of the race

Ed Murray announces he won’t mount a write-in campaign after dropping out amid sex abuse allegations
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Washington Secretary of State questions request for voter information

President’s commission investigating alleged voter fraud wants information on every voter
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