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Grays Harbor Man’s Nursing Assistant Application Ends in Denial After State Imposes Conditions Following Domestic Violence Convictions

Michael MashburnJuly 14, 2026July 17, 202602 mins

Editor’s note: An earlier version of this article incorrectly stated that the Washington State Department of Health denied Zachary Carlow’s application because of his prior convictions. The article has been corrected to reflect that the Department instead offered Carlow a registered nursing assistant credential subject to licensing conditions. The application later ended in denial. The…

Costco Warns Some Recently Sold Plants May Carry Invasive Pest

Michael MashburnJuly 14, 2026July 14, 202603 mins

Costco is urging customers who recently purchased a certain plant to isolate it immediately after discovering the plants may be infested with an invasive insect capable of spreading diseases that can kill grapevines and damage other crops. The warning applies to desert willow plants (Item #25215) sold between June 24 and July 3, 2026, according…

This $7.5 Million Pierce County Estate Has Its Own Broadcast Studio—And That’s Just the Beginning

Michael MashburnJuly 13, 2026July 13, 202605 mins

A sprawling estate listed for $7.5 million in rural Roy is offering more than 12,600 square feet of living space, 84 acres of private land, and enough amenities to rival a boutique resort. Whether the price feels jaw-dropping or justified, it offers a fascinating look at what ultra-luxury living looks like in Pierce County today….

Could Science Ever Invent A ‘Junk Food Switch’ For Your Throat?

Michael MashburnJuly 13, 2026July 13, 202605 mins

Every diet eventually inspires the same fantasy. What if you could demolish a dozen glazed donuts, polish off a large pepperoni pizza, and chase it with a milkshake—without your body absorbing a single calorie? It’s a ridiculous idea, but it’s also a surprisingly fun scientific question. What if your throat had a switch that diverted…

WATCH: ‘Heated Rivalry’ Star Hudson Williams Explodes On Autograph Hounds Following Him Home

Michael MashburnJuly 13, 2026July 13, 202602 mins

Actor Hudson Williams confronted a group of autograph seekers after they allegedly followed him to his temporary residence in Paris, with video of the heated exchange quickly going viral online. The incident began Monday when the Heated Rivalry star, 25, stepped out of a vehicle and was immediately approached by people holding photos for him…

‘Knocks My Socks Off’: The 5 Restaurants Bremerton Locals Can’t Stop Talking About

Michael MashburnJuly 13, 2026July 13, 202606 mins

If you’re wondering where Bremerton locals actually like to eat, one recent community discussion offered plenty of ideas. While dozens of restaurants were mentioned, the same handful of names kept coming up again and again. These aren’t ranked by critics or national publications. Instead, they’re the restaurants that earned repeated praise from the people who…

Come Hungry: These Are The 5 Gig Harbor Restaurants Locals Recommend Most

Michael MashburnJuly 13, 2026July 13, 202606 mins

Gig Harbor has no shortage of waterfront dining rooms, neighborhood cafes, and casual spots tucked into historic buildings. But when local residents were asked which restaurants they recommend most, five names kept rising to the top. These are not an objective ranking of the best restaurants in Gig Harbor. They are the places that received…

Who Is Darline Graham Nordone? Meet the Woman Appointed to Lindsey Graham’s U.S. Senate Seat

Michael MashburnJuly 13, 2026July 13, 202603 mins

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has appointed Darline Graham Nordone to temporarily serve in the U.S. Senate following the sudden death of her older brother, longtime Sen. Lindsey Graham. The appointment comes just days after Graham died Saturday at age 71 from an aortic dissection caused by arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease, according to preliminary findings…

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Former Funeral Home’s ‘Lady In Black’ Draws Double Takes In SC Real Estate Listing

Michael MashburnJuly 13, 2026July 13, 202604 mins

If you’ve ever wanted to own a piece of history with a side of goosebumps, a former South Carolina funeral home now on the market might be worth a look. The sprawling Queen Anne Victorian mansion in Marion is listed for $265,000 after several price reductions, offering nearly 6,800 square feet, six bedrooms, three half-baths…

‘Such A Bright Light’: 6-Year-Old Dies After Driftwood Log Falls On Him At Bellingham Beach

Michael MashburnJuly 13, 2026July 13, 202604 mins

A 6-year-old boy who suffered catastrophic injuries when a driftwood log fell on him while he was playing at a Bellingham beach has died, his family confirmed. Killian Gonzales was exploring a driftwood fort at Little Squalicum Beach with his sister and babysitter on the evening of Wednesday, July 8, when a large driftwood log…

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Grays Harbor Man’s Nursing Assistant Application Ends in Denial After State Imposes Conditions Following Domestic Violence Convictions

Costco Warns Some Recently Sold Plants May Carry Invasive Pest

This $7.5 Million Pierce County Estate Has Its Own Broadcast Studio—And That’s Just the Beginning

Could Science Ever Invent A ‘Junk Food Switch’ For Your Throat?

WATCH: ‘Heated Rivalry’ Star Hudson Williams Explodes On Autograph Hounds Following Him Home

‘Knocks My Socks Off’: The 5 Restaurants Bremerton Locals Can’t Stop Talking About

Come Hungry: These Are The 5 Gig Harbor Restaurants Locals Recommend Most

Who Is Darline Graham Nordone? Meet the Woman Appointed to Lindsey Graham’s U.S. Senate Seat

Former Funeral Home’s ‘Lady In Black’ Draws Double Takes In SC Real Estate Listing

‘Such A Bright Light’: 6-Year-Old Dies After Driftwood Log Falls On Him At Bellingham Beach