I grew up in a suburb just outside Philadelphia, PA and fell in love with radio listening to the legendary Harry Kalas call Phillies baseball as a kid. I love sports, history, politics (human chess), a good Scotch, and am a bit of a foodie. I'm a big animal person and can't see my house without at least two dogs in it. I also believe in civil discourse and that we can coexist with different opinions. The world would be boring if we all thought the same way.
Robb Francis
How Many Guinness Book Records Come From Washington State?
Guinness World Records (originally known as the Guinness Book of World records) has been documenting incredible feats since 1954. Currently, the book has nearly 61,000 world records in it's database, with hundreds of records held by native Washingtonians or set in Washington State.
Walmart Ending Single Use Bags In Washington State
It wasn't that long ago that the Washington State Legislature banned traditional single use plastic bags. SB 5323 went into effect in June of 2020 and set into motion the 8 cent charge for reusable plastic bags at your favorite retail checkout.
Washington State Losing Teachers at a Historic Rate
Many have asserted that COVID robbed students in Washington State with regards to learning, and that post-pandemic, it would be a gradual climb to return to pre-pandemic levels. That could become more challenging based on a recent report.
The Most Affordable Places to Live in Washington State
It seems like everything around us continues to go up in price. Over the last few years one of the things we have rise is the cost of housing. Even with that, a new study revealed the ten most affordable places to live in Washington State with the majority of them in Eastern Washington.
Plenty of Ties to Washington State in Super Bowl LVII
Even though the Seahawks didn't make the trip south to play in the game, there are a number of ties to the State of Washington between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs to give you a rooting interest.
The Columbia Tragedy Has Ties to Washington State
Twenty years ago today the Space Shuttle Columbia broke up during reentry after a 16 day space mission. The lives of all seven crew members were lost.
What are the Biggest Offseason Decisions for the Seattle Seahawks?
A lot went right this season for the Seahawks, but there are some decisions that need to be made this offseason if Seattle wants to challenge for the NFC West crown.
Simple Facts About Thanksgiving That Might Surprise You
How much of what we know about Thanksgiving is fact instead of fiction or handed down lore?
Announcing the launch of the Washington State News Network!
Townsquare Media has unveiled "The Washington State News Network" (WSNN) as of September 1, 2022. The WSNN was created to provide Local, Regional, and State news to radio stations that face challenges in delivering that product to their audience.
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