Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
Good morning, Port Angeles.
🚧 Accidents
On Thursday at 10:43 p.m., Port Angeles firefighters rescued a person and their golden retriever from a house fire on West Seventh Street and contained the blaze after a ladder was raised to a balcony — the cause was determined to be accidental from dog food on the stove and no injuries were reported.
🏛️ Government
Port Angeles will expand its over-the-counter permitting program Super Tuesdays to every business day—after the city council made the community development technician position permanent.
The technician has issued over 230 OTC permits this year and the expanded service will begin this fall.
Port Angeles declared a Stage II water shortage because low flows in the Elwha River have reduced the city's water supply — officials urge residents to conserve water by installing low-flow fixtures and cutting back on lawn watering and other non-essential uses.
Port Angeles School District board unanimously approved a $63 million budget for the 2025-2026 school year at a special meeting on August 14th; the plan makes cuts to several staff positions to address rising costs and flat funding while expecting enrollment of 3,223 students.
The board also approved a $61.8 million guaranteed maximum price agreement with FORMA Construction to modernize Stevens Middle School—its gym will close April 1 to January 1 for upgrades, the classroom wing will be completed by April 12, and a grand opening is planned for September.
Port Angeles has made its over-the-counter permitting program, known as Super Tuesdays, a full-time service that will help review and issue permits for low-complexity residential projects every business day—applications are checked for life safety and code compliance before permits are issued.
🎉 Port Angeles Events
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Yoga in the Meadow
6-7 p.m. — Port Angeles Fine Arts Center — Donation based class — Experience outdoor yoga in the beautiful setting of Webster’s Woods Sculptural Park.
Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op
9 AM – 2 PM — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local service providers for healthcare, food, childcare, and housing resources.
Free Jazz Sunday at Chez Jazz
12-2 p.m. — Field Arts & Events Hall — Free entry — Enjoy live jazz performances from local artists in a relaxed atmosphere.
Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op
9 AM – 2 PM — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local providers for health care, food, childcare, and housing resources.
Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op
9 AM – 2 PM — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local service providers for health care, food, and housing resources.
Clallam County Gem, Jewelry & Rock Show
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Vern Burton Community Center — Free admission — Explore beautiful crystals, fossils, and jewelry with activities for kids and a chance to win great prizes.
Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op
9 AM – 2 PM — Port Angeles DSHS — Free access — Connect with local services for health care, food, childcare, and more.
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