Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of November.
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🏘️ Community
The Port Angeles and Sequim Food Banks won the 2024 Farmer of the Year award for significantly supporting local small farms and distributing their produce to the community, enhancing local food availability.
A StoryWalk project featuring the book 'We Are Water Protectors' in Port Angeles was vandalized, but plans to continue the event remain undeterred.
Port Angeles' downtown area will feature enhanced holiday lighting through the efforts of volunteers and the Port Angeles Waterfront District, transitioning to LED lights for brighter and more energy-efficient decorations.
Port Angeles will have overnight closures of Golf Course Road for a signal controller upgrade, with detours in place.
The Composite Recycling Technology Center and the Makah Tribe have entered into a partnership to create sustainable housing for tribe members, involving a circular economy of lumber production and housing kit assembly.
📰 Economy
The Port of Port Angeles and the Makah Tribe in Washington state are awarded $9 million and $5.5 million respectively for infrastructure projects, enhancing operations and resilience.
🎓 Education
April Jackson, known as The Reptile Lady, educates Jefferson Elementary students in Port Angeles about various reptiles, continuing her father's legacy.
🌲 Environment
Olympic National Park's Hurricane Ridge water project begins spring 2025, with a focus on mitigating impacts on significant archaeological sites, in consultation with local Tribes.
🏛️ Government
Clallam County commissioners approved a transportation improvement plan including relocation and realignment of roads near the Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge, with citizen concerns over safety and a public meeting planned for input.
🏈 Sports
The 3rd-ranked Peninsula Pirate women's basketball team avenged last year's defeat by overcoming 6th-ranked Columbia Basin with an 87-76 victory, showcasing a strong second-half performance and solid contributions from both veterans and freshmen.
🎉 Port Angeles Events
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Live Jazz Performance by Tess Teel Trio
Enjoy an evening of live jazz music at Joshua's Restaurant featuring the Tess Teel Trio.
Kindred Holiday Market at Clallam County Fairgrounds
The Kindred Holiday Market features over 30 local makers and vintage vendors, providing a space to shop for gifts while supporting the community.
Evergreen Events Holiday Market at Vern Burton Community Center
The Holiday Market in Port Angeles features local shopping, festive activities, and opportunities to meet Santa and donate to the Peninsula Friends of Animals.
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