Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
Good morning, Port Angeles.
Actor Kellan Lutz hugged a fan during the meet the actors photo session at the Forever Twilight Forks event on Friday, held at the Kitla Center.
Around 1,000 people attended the Q&A and movie screening (Stephenie Meyer, Peter Facinelli and Erik Odom were also present).
Travelers on state Highway 112 between Neah Bay and Sekiu must allow extra travel time starting today due to alternating one-way traffic near the Hoko River—drivers during daytime hours will face occasional 30-minute stops for trucks at work zones while repairs from milepost 2 to milepost 5.6 continue for about five weeks.
The Port Angeles Parks and Recreation Department will begin removing the floating docks from the City Pier on Sept.
19—this work prevents storm damage and stores the docks for reinstallation on Memorial Day Weekend in 2026. The department will also remove the floating docks at Ediz Hook Boat Launch after the Oct. 15 fishing season to protect city infrastructure.
Clallam PUD declared a Stage 3 water alert for the Gales Addition, Mt. Angeles and Monroe systems, which means residents must stop outdoor water uses like washing sidewalks, vehicles and sprinkling lawns.
The alert follows the city's Stage 3 water shortage as the Elwha River flows have stayed very low for the past five days.
Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic reported a 47.5% increase in field encounters during 2024 with nearly 14,000 visits, and expanded its services by opening an office in Forks and reopening its dental clinic—updates were shared with the Clallam County Board of Commissioners on Monday. The clinic also partnered with local agencies and Jamestown Healing Clinic to provide patient transportation.
In sports today, the Peninsula Pirate men defeated Edmonds 12-0 as Austin Collins scored four goals and Jeremy Obah netted two while the Pirate women shut out Edmonds 5-0 with both teams set to travel to Everett on Wednesday — the Port Angeles Roughriders snapped a 10-game losing streak with a 26-7 win over Forks and Sequim beat 4A Mariner 17-6.
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.
Free Jazz Sunday with Tom Varner
12-2 p.m. — Field Arts & Events Hall — Free admission; VIP tables available for $40 donation — Experience an afternoon of inventive jazz with internationally acclaimed French horn innovator Tom Varner and friends.
Olympic Peninsula Resource Co-Op – Port Angeles
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Port Angeles DSHS — Free entry — Connect with local service providers offering health care, food, and housing resources.
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