Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
Good morning, Port Angeles.
Law enforcement officers and community members took part in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run on Tuesday to support Special Olympics Washington.
The run began at 7 a.m. at Laird Road Park and Ride and carried a ceremonial torch — through Port Angeles to Hollywood Beach — where officials met Special Olympics athletes before ending at Cedars Casino — from 2 to 2:30 p.m. — with a public celebration from 2 to 4 p.m.
On Tuesday morning, 37-year-old Justin Cox from Sequim fired up to 30 rounds from an AK-47 near Village Lane and Carlsborg Road—officers arrested him after a tense standoff that involved chemical munitions and careful de-escalation efforts.
Progress was reported on Phase 2 of restoring The 4—the vintage Rayonier locomotive displayed in Port Angeles.
Work on a protective canopy will begin in July and the project is expected to finish by the end of the year, though organizers remain about $50,000 short in funding.
Penney Sanders and Laurie Force debated Olympic Medical Center's financial challenges and potential partnership at a Port Angeles business meeting as they prepared for the Aug.
5 primary to fill the seat vacated by former commissioner Phyllis Bernard. Sanders said she planned to revamp walk-in clinics to ease pressure on the emergency department while Force stressed the need for clear community outreach as ballots will be mailed July 16 — a move aimed at addressing revenue issues tied to government programs.
Roads on Highway 101 and Dowans Creek Road will be temporarily closed from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday as crews unload 175-foot girders for the new bridge over May Creek — five stops lasting up to 30 minutes each will allow crane operations.
The new bridge will replace a culvert that blocks fish migration.
Port Angeles Lefties vs. Kelowna Falcons
6:35 p.m. — Civic Field — Tickets available — Watch collegiate stars showcase their talent in this exciting summer baseball matchup.
Port Angeles Super Loop (PASL) Bike Ride
5 a.m. — Hollywood Beach — Self-supported ride — Challenge yourself to a 330-mile cycling adventure on the scenic Olympic Peninsula.
Cowboy Junkies Live Concert
5-8 p.m. — Field Arts & Events Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a career-spanning show by Cowboy Junkies featuring hits from The Trinity Session to Such Ferocious Beauty!
Port Angeles Lefties vs. Kelowna Falcons
4:59-7:59 p.m. — Civic Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the Port Angeles Lefties take on the Kelowna Falcons in a thrilling baseball matchup.
Port Angeles Lefties vs. Kelowna Falcons
4:59-7:59 p.m. — Civic Field — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Port Angeles Lefties take on the Kelowna Falcons in an exciting baseball showdown.
Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op
9 AM – 2 PM — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local providers for essential services like healthcare, food, and housing.
4th of July Celebration in Port Angeles
12-10 p.m. — Port Angeles Wharf — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with the largest fireworks display on the Olympic Peninsula and a variety of festival events.
Port Angeles Lefties vs. Victoria HarbourCats Baseball Game
5:00-9:35 p.m. — Civic Field — Check ticket prices for an exciting matchup showcasing tomorrow's baseball stars.
Port Angeles Lefties vs. Edmonton Riverhawks
6:35-9:35 p.m. — Civic Field — Tickets vary — Experience collegiate summer baseball featuring future stars in a lively atmosphere.
Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local service providers for support in healthcare, food, childcare, housing, and more.
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