Good morning, Port Angeles.

A 13-year-old Sequim boy was hit by a car at 9:00 p.m. Monday on West Spruce Street and was airlifted to Harborview Medical Center with a fractured pelvis and skull; he is in stable condition while additional tests continue and police investigate the hit-and-run.

On April 2 at about 6:40 a.m., a PAPD officer saw a Port Angeles man driving a pickup truck erratically on Highway 101 and after he sped away an officer used a PIT maneuver near Race Street to stop him before he fled through a public housing project, and the 27-year-old suspect, identified as Kenneth Lee Brown, was taken to Olympic Medical Center and booked on charges including felony eluding police, DUI/Drugs, possession of a stolen vehicle, and theft (with outstanding arrest warrants).

Mules returned to Olympic National Park on Tuesday, April 2 after a winter in pasture to mark April MULES Day—staff said the mules help carry supplies to areas vehicles cannot reach.

Park officials thanked Washington's National Park Fund for its support—ensuring the animals receive proper care.

Port Angeles resident Mark Hodgson, a US Navy veteran who works with the Washington State Patrol and serves on local boards, announced his candidacy for City Council on April 2 to replace Lindsey Schromen-Wawrin—who is not running for re-election.

He said he will focus on public safety, affordable housing and economic development if elected.

Port Angeles City Council approved about $163,600 in lodging tax grants for local events after a 4-1 vote Tuesday night—applications include funding for youth basketball, winter sports, and several local races.

Some council members questioned the validity of the LTAC recommendations due to an unfilled committee seat, but the city attorney explained that the meeting met state law requirements.

Olympic Medical Center hired Dr. Calvin Kuo, a family medicine physician who will join the permanent team in August—after his locum tenens contract ends.

Chief Physician Officer Dr. Allen Chen said the decision aims to cut reliance on temporary staff—amid tough hiring in a competitive market.

Charlie Albright Concert

2-4 p.m. — Field Arts & Events Hall — $25-$55 — Experience the captivating blend of classical music and improvisation from acclaimed pianist Charlie Albright.

Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local service providers for healthcare, food, childcare, and housing resources.

Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local service providers for health care, food, childcare, and housing resources.

RACE 1 // DRY HILL — NW Cup

10 AM – 5 PM — Dry Hill MTB — Check website for costs — Experience thrilling downhill mountain bike racing at the first two races of the 2025 NW Cup series in beautiful Port Angeles.

Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local providers for health, food, childcare, and housing resources.

Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local service providers for health care, food, childcare, housing, and more.