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Gwen Baumgardner is a journalist formerly based in London, United Kingdom.
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Washington parents plead for paraeducators
A paraeducator shortage in Washington is affecting special education students, with parents like Jessie Arellano advocating for necessary support for their children. Despite legal obligations, districts like Marysville are struggling to provide adequate paraeducators, partly due to low wages. The Marysville Education Association highlights the need for increased state funding to address these shortages. The Marysville School District acknowledges the shortage and is actively hiring, but has not provided specific solutions for individual cases like Zoie's.
Gets Real: Refugee Artisan Initiative
In Seattle's Lake City neighborhood, the Refugee Artisan Initiative (RAI) empowers refugee women by transforming waste materials into sellable handcrafted items. Founded by Ming-Ming Tung-Edelman, RAI addresses high unemployment rates among refugee women and promotes sustainability by upcycling materials from companies like Starbucks and Amazon. The initiative provides training, language courses, and a living wage to 41 female artisans, helping them overcome challenges such as isolation and depression. RAI relies on donations, grants, and online sales to support its artisans and aims to expand its reach to assist more immigrants and refugees.
Rain washes away hillside under home
In Brinnon, Washington, heavy rains have caused a landslide that swept away the backyard of a home, rendering it uninhabitable. The homeowner, Chuck, remains hopeful about rebuilding despite the damage and the onset of the state's 'landslide season.' The National Weather Service reported significant rainfall contributing to the landslide, while a landslide expert from the Department of Natural Resources highlighted the region's vulnerability due to its geology and weather patterns.
Local military family out $100K after storage unit theft, despite precautions
A military family in Marysville, Washington, suffered a loss of over $100,000 after their storage unit at Trojan Storage was burglarized. Despite security measures like cameras and key codes, thieves managed to steal valuable items, including guns, a guitar, and personal heirlooms. The family discovered gaps in security and insufficient insurance coverage post-theft, with Trojan Storage's policy covering only up to $2,000. The family is now living in their van, seeking accountability and the return of their belongings.
TikTok food critic sweeps Seattle
Keith Lee, a TikTok food influencer with 16.7 million followers, is visiting Seattle, significantly impacting local restaurants. His reviews have led to increased business for establishments like King's Barbecue House and FOB Sushi Bar, with some videos garnering millions of views. Local residents, influenced by Lee's opinions, are flocking to these eateries, demonstrating the power of social media in shaping consumer behavior.
Is America doing enough, to serve those who served?
The article highlights the challenges faced by American veterans, focusing on mental health issues, homelessness, and the lack of adequate support. It features personal stories from veterans like Allen Reece and Jim Gunsallus, who express concerns about the treatment of veterans and the need for change. Despite the difficulties, veterans like Gunsallus remain proud of their service, viewing Veteran's Day as a poignant reminder of their sacrifices. The article references statistics from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the National Institutes of Health to underscore the severity of these issues.
Auburn animal shelter under investigation
The Auburn Valley Humane Society is under investigation following claims of reduced animal care, with nine out of fourteen employees resigning recently. CEO Phil Morgan denies that the resignations have affected care quality, but former employee BreeAnn and others express concerns about animal safety and staffing shortages. Allegations include Morgan's suggestion to euthanize healthy kittens if foster volunteers are unavailable. The shelter faces challenges with no veterinarian on staff, impacting medical services. The City of Auburn is investigating potential contract violations, while Morgan denies any breach.
Clallam County’s precise presidential prediction
Clallam County, known for its political precision, has accurately predicted the presidential winner for the past 44 years, making it the last bellwether county in the U.S. Political science professor Daniel Stengel attributes this to the community's awareness of economic trends. Residents have mixed predictions for the upcoming election, with some seeing more signs for Harris and others for Trump. Stengel anticipates a close race in Clallam, reflecting the national sentiment.
Food recalls: Understanding the risks
Recent weeks have seen numerous food recalls due to outbreaks of E. coli and listeria, affecting products from grocery stores and McDonald's. A significant listeria outbreak at Bruce Pac led to the recall of nearly 10 million pounds of meat. A McDonald's E. coli outbreak resulted in one death and 90 infections, with a 15-year-old hospitalized after consuming a contaminated burger. Food safety attorney Bill Marler suggests that the safety of America's food supply has not significantly changed over the past 20 years. Annually, E. coli and listeria infections result in numerous deaths in the U.S.
Sharing the Scare: Arlington family goes extreme for Halloween
Brandi Smith, an Arlington resident, has turned her love for Halloween into a community-wide event by creating the 'Snohomish County Holiday Maps,' an interactive tool for planning trick-or-treating routes. Since its inception in 2020, the map has grown to include around 1,200 submissions and 50,000 users, expanding beyond Arlington to include nearby areas like Marysville and Stanwood. Smith's efforts aim to enhance the Halloween experience for families, making it more enjoyable each year.
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