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WA Democrats Sound Alarm on Consequences of Federal Firings
WA Democrats Sound Alarm on Consequences of Federal Firings
WA Democrats Sound Alarm on Consequences of Federal Firings
Washington State's federal lawmakers sound the alarm on federal cuts to the United States Forest Service (USFS) and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). United States Senators Patty Murray and Maria Cantwell, along with Reps. Kim Schrier, Rick Larsen, and Marie Glusenkamp Perez sent a letter to USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins and USFS Chief Tom Schultz on the firings of hundreds of employ
Turkey Prices Lower Heading Into Thanksgiving
Turkey Prices Lower Heading Into Thanksgiving
Turkey Prices Lower Heading Into Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving less than a week away, the USDA is out with some encouraging news for those of you looking to prepare the big meal.   “People who are shopping for turkeys for their holidays are likely going to see some good deals out there," noted economist Michael McConnell.  However he ad...
Despite Washington Drop, National Apple Crop Looks Good
Despite Washington Drop, National Apple Crop Looks Good
Despite Washington Drop, National Apple Crop Looks Good
Last week we told you the 2022 Washington apple crop is expected to be over 11% smaller than last year’s harvest.  This year’s crop is anticipated to be the smallest for the Evergreen state since 2015.  But despite that drop, total U.S. apple production is up this ...