Good morning, Port Angeles.

Port Angeles bagpipers Tom McCurdy, Erik Evans and Heidi Slack performed yesterday at Pebble Beach Park to rehearse songs for 9/11 commemoration ceremonies—events scheduled for September 11.

Mary Engel Springer Donovan said she designed Forks’ famous welcome sign — in June she informed the Forks Forum so Google could credit her.

The sign was first put up in 1989 and has been moved to handle large crowds of Twilight fans — it will get busy during the upcoming Forever Twilight in Forks Festival.

Clallam County is making a disaster plan for domestic animals and asks residents to complete a short survey that counts pets and maps their locations.

County staff said the survey will help plan safe animal rescues in an emergency — even those without pets should fill it out.

Port of Port Angeles commissioners approved a 10 year lease with Olympic Hiking Co. for a 1300 square foot building and 14600 square feet of land at 720 Marine Drive that will get $50000 in renovations before the company moves in on Nov.

1. Commissioners also approved a $390000 FAA grant for taxiway repairs and authorized a grant for Terminal 3 upgrades to improve operations next year—efforts that support local infrastructure.

Mayor Kate Dexter and challenger Mimi Smith Dvorak shared contrasting ideas for running the city at a candidate forum Tuesday morning at Jazzy Joshua’s restaurant.

Dexter said she will back local hiring and current housing policies while Smith Dvorak wants to treat city operations like a business — calling for better financial data and tools for small businesses.

A bicyclist rode over an approach span to the pedestrian bridge below the Elwha River Bridge west of Port Angeles — part of the Olympic Discovery Trail that will eventually extend from Port Townsend to La Push on the Pacific coast.

Last night the Roughriders rallied for a 2-1 win over Klahowya as standout freshman Emma Desjardins equalized and Mariah Traband scored the game-winning shot—Coach Dan Horton said the team showed clear improvement and will open Olympic League play Thursday at North Mason at 7:00 p.m.

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.

Masters of Hawaiian Music with George Kahumoku Jr, Tia Carrere, and Daniel Ho

4-10 p.m. — Field Arts & Events Hall — $18-$55 Adults, $18 Youth — Experience the virtuosity of Hawaii's musical legends in a celebration of slack key guitar and cultural heritage.

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.

Spruce Railroad Run/Walk

9:30-11:30 a.m. — Spruce Railroad Trailhead-Camp David Junior Road — Registration required — Experience a scenic 5K/10K run or walk along the stunning Olympic Discovery Trail.

Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op – Port Angeles

9 AM – 2 PM — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local services for health care, food, childcare, housing, and more.

Dungeness Crab Festival

9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Port Angeles City Pier — Check official website — Celebrate local culture with crab, crafts, and live music over three glorious days.