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Port Angeles
Friday, April 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Port Angeles. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gail Ralston aims to break Bill Littlejohn’s long-held duck derby ticket sales record — he set it at 37,748 and she has sold 35,529 so far while supporting the OMC Foundation Healthcare Scholarship Fund. Booths will open today at several Port Angeles sites, and the main race will run at 1:30 p.m. on May 18. Peninsula Daily News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Coast Guard is searching for a 15-foot recreational vessel (15-foot) with 3 people onboard (3 people) that left Neah Bay on April 16 and was expected to return by 8:00 p.m. My Clallam County
- ➤ The Coast Guard is searching for three people missing from a 15-foot recreational vessel that left Neah Bay Wednesday morning and was located Thursday morning east of Neah Bay—officials said the individuals were not on board. Peninsula Daily News
- ➤ A woman’s body believed to be one of three missing boaters was found on April 17 on the rocky shoreline near Neah Bay—authorities later launched an air and sea search for the two remaining individuals who had left Makah Marina at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday. My Clallam County
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Port Angeles listener Dustan Lloyd noted that the light tower at the Coast Guard base on Ediz Hook had not been working for weeks, prompting concerns for local navigation. The Coast Guard said they will send a technician soon to troubleshoot the beacon — they already issued a notice to mariners. My Clallam County
- ➤ Clallam County commissioners approved $850,000 from HB 2163 and HB 2060 funds to assist local groups in addressing homelessness — funding projects for temporary shelters and affordable housing. The contract cycle runs from July 2025 to June 2027 — with all organizations receiving less money than requested due to limited resources. Peninsula Daily News
- ➤ Contractors attended an event at the Red Lion Hotel in Port Angeles where they learned about bidding for the new Stevens Middle School; work will start in May and demolition of the old building will begin when the new school opens in fall. The project is a $70.9 million effort funded by a capital levy and state aid — and local businesses may be awarded up to 30 percent of the work. Peninsula Daily News
- ➤ Port Angeles commissioned a study on uncontrolled intersections on Tuesday to help improve public safety—Transpo Group USA will provide analysis and cost estimates as part of the 2025-2030 Capital Facilities Plan. City council also approved buying a new 2025 Ford F550 truck and a 2024 Isuzu chassis with an Elgin Broom Badger unit to replace aging vehicles following a catastrophic engine failure and price increases. Peninsula Daily News
- ➤ State Legislature proposals rely on tax increases expected to bring in $12 billion over the next two budget cycles to help cover a projected $16 billion shortfall as the state meets rising service demands. North Olympic Peninsula lawmakers differ—State Sen. Mike Chapman and Rep. Tharinger support broad tax hikes including a business tax, gas tax, and property tax cap increase while Rep. Adam Bernbaum opposes the measures over concerns on rising costs for renters as the proposals await Gov. Ferguson’s approval. Peninsula Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Port Angeles Roughriders earned a 5-4 win in baseball against seventh-ranked North Kitsap—Rylan Politika started the game—and improved their league record with a 4-1 soccer victory over North Mason. Sequim Wolves bounced back with an 18-8 baseball win while the Roughriders will host Kingston tonight at 7:15 p.m. My Clallam County
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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.
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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.
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Star Wars: A New Hope Screening
7-9 p.m. — Field Arts & Events Hall — $12 adults, $8 youth — Celebrate Star Wars Day with a screening of the classic film and come in costume!
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Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op
9 AM – 2 PM — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local service providers for healthcare, food, childcare, housing, and more.
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Jim Messina & The Road Runners Concert
7 p.m. — Field Arts & Events Hall — $35-$65 — Experience timeless classics and incredible musicianship from music legend Jim Messina.
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Jennifer Thomas Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Field Arts & Events Hall — Tickets $28-$55 — Experience an immersive concert with Billboard chart-topping pianist Jennifer Thomas and her cinematic music.
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Rise & Shine Yoga
8-9 a.m. — Field Arts & Events Hall — Donation-based — Celebrate morning mindfulness with a restorative Hatha Yoga session led by Jenny Houston.
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Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local service providers for essential community resources.
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RACE 2 // DRY HILL — NW Cup
10 AM – 6 PM — Dry Hill MTB — Check website for costs — Experience the thrill of downhill mountain bike racing at the beautiful Dry Hill Bike Park.
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