AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoLongview Paper Mill Disaster: A chemical tank rupture at Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview killed at least one worker and left nine missing, with officials warning of caustic leaks and recovery efforts continuing. State Politics: Washington Supreme Court blocked a voter referendum on the state’s 9.9% millionaire tax, raising the bar for repeal via a citizen initiative. Workplace & Economy: Meta plans layoffs affecting nearly 1,400 Washington employees, with the biggest cuts in Bellevue. Environment & Water: Gonzaga students and partners are using beaver dam “analogs” to restore stream health in Eastern Washington. Energy Research: WSU research says renewable methane can be made from wastewater solids, potentially cutting landfill use. Broadband: Kittitas County received $24.6 million to expand rural high-speed internet. Arts & Music: Brandi Carlile headlines a weekend run at the Gorge, with Sierra Ferrell kicking off the Gesa Pavilion season. Sports: Washington’s Apple Cup is set for a Sunday, and the Mariners kept rolling with a 9-1 win over the Athletics.
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