Tuesday, July 12, 2016

WORLD AND NATIONAL DIGEST REPORTS

WORLD NEWS DIGEST


News from the US Mission to the UN:

Statement Following UN Security Council Consultations on the Situation in South Sudan

Statement on U.S. Sanctions Designations on North Korean Officials for Human Rights Abuses

Refugees Welcome
As reported by the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, the world is facing the largest displacement crisis on record

NEWS FROM THE UN NEWS CENTER:

‘Time to massively reinforce UN action’ on South Sudan, Ban says ahead of Security Council meeting

'Alarming' level of malnutrition and famine-like conditions found in northeast Nigeria – UN

End of AIDS within reach, but Kenneth Cole warns of reversal if treatment push lags

UN agency urges implementation of accord to tackle illegal fishing

Stand up for and invest in teenage girls, UN says on World Population Day

US STATE DEPT:

Family Planning for the World’s Youth Promotes Peace, Health, and Prosperity

 "The UN Security Council, the African Union, and regional partners have been actively engaged in calling on the leaders in South Sudan to commit to the full and immediate implementation of the peace agreement, including the permanent ceasefire.---press briefing

Decision in the Philippines-China Arbitration

US DEFENSE DEPT:

Carter Offers Details on Troop Deployment, Iraq Campaign

Obama Visits Troops in Spain---(video)

Related story; THE WHITE HOUSE: Remarks By President Obama to Troops at Naval Station Rota

Carter Calls, Congratulates New Philippines Defense Secretary

Other world news headlines...

Life on the line in Venezuela as economic crisis worsens (AP)

Precarious calm in South Sudan's capital as foreigners flee (AP)

Tribunal rejects China's expansive South China Sea claims (AP)



NATIONAL DIGEST


THE WHITE HOUSE: 

Remarks by President Obama and His Majesty King Don Felipe VI of Spain Before Bilateral Meeting

Weekly Address: Standing Together to Stop the Violence

FACT SHEET: U.S.-Spain Relations

DOJ: Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch Delivers Statement on Dallas Shooting

FDA: 

FDA approves Differin Gel 0.1% for over-the-counter use to treat acne

FDA approves new medication for dry eye disease

FDA approves first MRI-guided focused ultrasound device to treat essential tremor

US TRESURY DEPT: Treasury Acting Under Secretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Adam J. Szubin Op-Ed: A Dangerous Shell Game

USDA: Simple, Inexpensive Camera System Detects Foodborne Toxins

EPA Announces $10.7 Million in Supplemental Funds to Clean up Contaminated Brownfield Sites in Economically Disadvantaged Communities Across the Country

In other national headlines....

Sanders endorses Clinton in belated show of party unity (REU)

For Chinese officials, Trump perhaps better the devil they don't know (REU)

Trump and Christie join forces to attack Obama, Clinton (REU)


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Today's video clip: The Port Commission met yesterday, and one of the items on the agenda was the approval of the contract with Karen  Goschen, their new Port Director. They approved the contract with Goshsen in a 2-1 vote, Commissioner McAleer voting against because of the severance pay, "Way to much severance pay to anyone" she said during the meeting on Monday.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--8hAEpk7vw

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DAILY DEVOTIONAL
Living Like Animals
There can be little doubt that morals in our society are declining, and people often wonder why. May I suggest a few reasons?---Gospel Way

Monday, July 11, 2016

MONDAY BUSINESS & FINANCE REPORT

NEWS FROM THE US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:


New Arctic Drilling Regulations Help 'Keep It In the Ground' Movement

Thanks to Fracking U.S. Has More Reserves Than Russia and Saudi Arabia

KISS and Hiring Our Heroes Salute America’s Military with Freedom to Rock

The Overtime Rule’s Cold, Hard Reality

How One Entrepreneur Refused To Let Autism Hold Him Back

NEWS FROM THE US DEPT. OF LABOR:

Financial Literacy Means Long-Term Financial Security

Jobs Numbers: A Teachable Moment

Working for a Second Chance

BUREAU OF INTERNATIONAL LABOR AFFAIRS ISSUES REPORT ON SUBMISSION UNDER THE NORTH AMERICAN AGREEMENT ON LABOR COOPERATION

USDA: Happier than a Pig in Mud – Feral Swine Damage to Water Quality

USDA: NASS Data Fuel USDA Programs to Help Agriculture in America

USDA: Investment in Novel Technologies Advances Food Safety, Quality

In other business and fiance news....

S&P 500 hits record intraday high (REU)

Pentagon unveils new cost-cutting initiatives for F-35 fighter jet (REU)

German prosecutors say won't be lenient with VW (REU)

NORTHWEST BUSINESS BRIEF:


WA Dept of Commerce: Commerce leads state trade delegation to promote a “Century of Know-How” at Farnborough International Airshow, July 11-13

Starbucks to hike wages for U.S. workers in October (REU)

Boeing strikes deals, forecasts $5.9 trillion aircraft market ---24/7 Wall

Wal-Mart offers free shipping with no minimum---International Business Times

Unofficial Starbucks drinks stir confusion Both baristas and social media criticize ‘secret menu’ craze---THE COLUMBIAN

Judge rules in favor of Gravity Payments CEO Dan Price---PUGET SOUND BUSINESS JOURNAL


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Today's Video Clip: During last week's public hearing at the County Commission meeting regarding the $500,000 + settlement with Lange. Former Commissioner Mike Doherty commented on that topic, here are the two clips I got from those comments:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UKJXnUdIZ8 (pt1)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PU8kItrI1as (pt2)
Also, during last week's meeting Port O Call's Dale Wilson spoke.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTCHvpmdoKs (p1)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9Uet0h9pko (p2)
Wilson did make a valid point in his speech, that those responsible for the public record fiasco, and other parts of this settlemet with Lange, should be paying the bill, not the taxpayer, that is something I agree with.

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DAILY DEVOTIONAL
Renewing Your Mind
Have you had difficulty living for God? All of us have problems serving God; Satan makes sure of that. And all of us sin from time to time. But some find it so difficult to correct old habits that they become discouraged and quit trying.---Gospel Way





Saturday, July 9, 2016

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME! CITY APPROVES BASEBALL FRANCHISE by 6-1.

 "The city needed a break from the negative press as of late"


THE SPOTTED OWLS
On of the names I picked for new
ball club.
Picture from google search
The big ticket story wasn't so much about the pending petition of changing the city government, nor the continuing saga of ethic violations. During this week's City Council meeting it was actually on a lighter note! That was the approval of the contract between the city and, Mack Athletics, who will bring in a Pacific Coast minor league team here in Port Angeles.

GO SPOTTED OWLS! that is one of the names I thought of for the incoming team. Council member, Lee Wetham voted against the contract, citing it was too soon to approve of the contract because it hadn't been discussed before hand, and only came to the council recently out of the blue.

 Was Wetham correct in opposing the contract? Good question!
Despite the fact that this quick decision of approving the contract, before being fully feted, was probably due to the city's desperate act to put a good foot forward by this current council. I have to agree with Whetham again, that these contracts should be fully vetted before a rush job approach just to save face with a doubting public.

During the public hearing the MACK representatives said that the council shouldn't make quick decisions on a count of them wanting to get the ball rolling in marketing the new team. If an urgent decision had to be made the city could have done a special meeting the following day, and go through Whetham, and Bruch's concerns, and then make the final decision, not just ignore Whetham or Bruch's concerns. They could have done it that way. But, I don't think they were thinking on those terms, they seemed eager to push through with the contract with blinders on. I'm surprised no one has filed any ethic complaints on that one as of yet. That seems to be the trend these days in regards to anything this current council does these days.

 I myself, caught up in the prospect of having a baseball team here in Port Angeles, came up with some names for the team such as: The Gooey Ducks, Razor Clams, The Orcas, The Spotted owls, and lastly the Whalers. Just to annoy those environmentalist to no end of course.

Needless to say, Whetham had a point that the city should not enter into a contract with blinders on. Same thing could have been said about those "smart" meters they were pushing a couple of years ago. I don't have an issue with them selling booze at Civic Field, look at Safeco in Seattle, they don't seem to have problems there. Why should it be an issue here? As I said, having this team here will give a greater cause to fix up Civic Field, plus the team will be in charge of the upkeep of the place. So how can you go wrong with that? So, let's play ball!

However other actionable items on the agenda were approve (see summary agenda)
http://65.243.149.132/WebLink/DocView.aspx?dbid=0&id=170036&page=1&cr=1

Also see related news stories:
 Port Angeles City Council votes 6-1 in favor of agreement to bring baseball team to Civic Field---PDN

Play Ball!---PORT ANGELES UN EARTH 


WHAT'S ON TAP FOR NEXT WEEK:


The county work session agenda highlight item: Joint meeting with Port of Port Angeles
See full agenda: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_worksession_agenda.pdf
full work session packet: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_worksession_packet.pdf

County's business meeting agenda highlight item: Letter of support for Smith Family Farm Protection Phase I
See full agenda: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_meeting_agenda.pdf
agenda packet: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_meeting_packet.pdf

PORT OF PORT ANGELES COMMISSION TO DISCUSS MOORAGE RATE SETTLING FOR 2017,
during their work session on Monday.
See agenda for details: http://wa-portofportangeles.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/07112016-166

During their regular session: The Port will discuss the K-PLY cleanup settlement.
See agenda for details: http://wa-portofportangeles.civicplus.com/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/07112016-167

PUD MEETING AGENDA: https://www.clallampud.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Preagenda-July-11-2016.pdf

OTHER REGIONAL MEETINGS:

CITY OF SEQUIM AGENDA: http://www.sequimwa.gov/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/1419

CITY OF FORKS AGENDA: http://forkswashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/agenda71116.pdf

PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP MEETING AGENDA: http://cityofpt.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=865

JEFFERSON COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commissioners/Agenda/2016%20Agendas/07-11-16.pdf

NEWS COMMENTARIES FROM NATIONAL AND STATE SOURCES:


PJ MEDIA: Obama Justice Department Laughed Off Armed New Black Panther Threat

NEWS BUSTERS: Bozell & Graham Column: Now Controversial: ‘God Bless America’

WASHINGTON TIMES: The lawbreaker ‘too big to jail’

DAILY SIGNAL: An Act of Terror Against the Men and Women of Law Enforcement

BELLINGHAM HERALD: America has gone mad and there’s no place to hide

EVERETT HERALD: Dallas shows itself as a city where black and blue lives matter

THE SPOKESMAN REVIEW: Fisken tops strong treasurer field

THE SEATTLE PI: A mixed summer message: Visit the Olympics but stay away from the goats

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Today's video clips, statements regarding the baseball franchise agreement:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1lSIVk95v8 (pt1)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ymIHU5C290 (pt2)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YoM13xJcw4E (pt3)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq7EKeS3X9s (pt4)

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DAILY DEVOTIONAL:
Character Counts in Civil Government
In election years we are sometimes told that we need not be concerned about the moral values and conduct of candidates for public office. But since God ordained the existence of civil government (Rom. 13:1), let us consider what God's word says about the character of rulers.---Gospel Way

Friday, July 8, 2016

CHARGES OF COVER UPS, MALFEASANCE, OVER LAWSUIT DEAL

How a botched up public record keeping ended up costing taxpayers $550K

Peter Ripley, Publisher.
The County approve the controversial settlement for yet another park for a cool $550,000! Though the decision wasn't what everyone wanted, questions and allegations of cover ups made the headlines locally. See related articles from both the Peninsula Daily News, and the Port O Call. The Port O Call's Dale Wilson has been leading the charge in making those allegations. In my opinion if you are going to make allegations of criminal conduct of the Prosecuting Attorney, you better have clear evidence to back it up. This "web" of conspiracy which, Wilson says going on, has so many parts in it, it's hard to keep up. Is it about a land deal? Is it about public records being misplaced? Is it about the Treasurer being sued by the Prosecuting Attorney? Or is it the County Prosecutor on the take Dale? Which is it? Granted this publication interest in this,  isn't  as much as the other local media outlets.

But, you can't just over look the fact because of some public records being misplaced is now costing the tax payers a cool $550k! As I see this, even though I don't really have a grasp on the whole issue, Because of so many elements in this big spider web, that's if there is a spider web of corruption exist,  as suggested in published reports, I just think this belongs in the courts, not the court of public opinion. Let those who are making the charges of cover up, and malfeasance by the county Prosecutor, then make the charge openly in the court of law. Not on the pages of local news rags. I had someone come up to me during a meeting I was attending hearing this very issue of the Lange lawsuit, and asked me what is this whole thing about? I had no answers to give. Hard to find a place where you can hang your hat on and say: "this is what this is all about" because it's so convoluted with so many parts it's difficult to tell what is this really all about.

However on their agenda the County did approve other items on their agenda that didn't make the headlines with much fan fare locally such as:
CONSENT AGENDA – Any Commissioner may remove items for discussion
1a Approval of vouchers for the week of June 27
1b Approval of payroll for the period ending June 24
1c Approval of Workers’ Compensation expenditures for the months of April and May

CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS
2a Interagency agreement with State of Washington Administrative Office of the Courts for
support of Family and Juvenile Court Improvement Plan
2b Modification of agreement with United States Forest Service to increase funding and extend
performance period to October 31, 2017
2c Agreement with Kathy J. Rowe to purchase easement for the Olympic Discovery Trail Project
2d Amendment 1 with Department of Ecology to allocate existing grant funds to the Education and Outreach task and revise deliverable due dates
2e Modification 5 to the participating agreement with USDA, Forest Service, Olympic National
Forest to extend the performance period to December 31, 2016 in order to expend remaining
funding in the amount of $15,000
BIDS AND AWARDS
3a Notice of call for bids to be received no later than 10 a.m., July 26, 2016 for the Courthouse
Boiler Replacement Project
3b Bid opening – Mental Health/Substance Abuse Intervention Services in the Public Schools
All items on the agenda were approved.
As for the hot topic item: H1 Consideration of resolution adopting the following Debatable Emergencies: General Fund Reserves – Transfers settlement funds to risk management/$550,000 (step 1 of 3)
Human Resources, Risk Management – Moves money to ending fund balance/$550,000 (step 2 of 3) Human Resources, Risk Management – Moves money from ending fund balance to claims
settlements/$550,000 (step 3 of 3)
* Mike Chapman voted against the settlement agreement, he didn't agree with the rush to a settlement.

Related news stories:

Clallam County approves $518,000 lawsuit settlement by 2-1 vote--PDN

Land Deal May Be a Cover-up by Dale Wilson---PORT O CALL

Records discovered too late lead to proposed lawsuit settlement against Clallam PDN

From the Associated Press: Lange Settlement--PORT O CALL






This week's local news highlights:

Clallam commissioners consider special tax for veterans relief---PDN

Port Angeles Walmart evacuated for reported bomb threat---PDN

Jamestown S’Klallam leader details intricacies of tribe’s myriad relationships---PDN

Commissioners shirk duty to Veterans---PORT O CALL

Eloise to council, on advancing petition: get’er done--PORT O CALL

Senator’s Sequim science lesson SLIDESHOW---SEQUIM GAZETTE

Land trust buys easement preserving Short's Family Farm---PT LEADER

NEWS FROM ACROSS THE STRAIT:

TIMES COLONIST: Four Victoria councillors facing labour talks got union funds

TIMES COLONIST: Judge orders end to tent city by Aug. 8

TIMES COLONIST: Shawnigan residents hold demonstration regarding landfill site

VICTORIA NEWS: Site C a lone bright spot for northern B.C.

VICTORIA NEWS: Victoria coast guard sends bikes to kids in the Arctic

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Today's video clip more on the County Commission public hearing regarding the Lange lawsuit settlement:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9Uet0h9pko

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DAILY DEVOTIONAL
Does the Case of the Woman Taken in Adultery
Prove We Should not Rebuke Sin?
People sometimes think that the story about the woman taken in adultery in John 8 teaches that Jesus is so forgiving that Christians should not tell people they are sinners or that they need to repent and change to please God. What is the correct understanding of this passage?---Gospel Way

Thursday, July 7, 2016

OLYMPIC DIGEST

NEWS FROM OUR CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO WASHINGTON DC:


DelBene, McMorris Rodgers, Thompson, Kilmer Introduce Bill to Support Innovation in Wood Building Construction---press release issued July 6th, 2016

Renacci and "Bipartisan Working Group" Introduce Fiscal State of the Nation--press release issued July 6th, 2016

A New Opportunity for the Peninsula---press release issued 7.6.16

Port Angeles to use federal grant to attract an airline service---press release issued 7.5.16

Cantwell-Created Program Provides Seattle Historic $45 Million Grant to Free Up Train and Car Traffic, Bolster WA Economy---press release issued 7. 6.16

Cantwell, Murray, Kilmer Applaud Important Economic Development Win for Port Angeles Airport---press release issued 7.5.16

Cantwell, Murray & 40 Senators Call on Shelby to Hold Committee Vote on Export-Import Bank Board Nominee, Support American Workers---press release issued 6.30.16

Senators Cantwell, Murray Announce Funding for Nearly 1,500 AmeriCorps Positions in Washington State---press release issued 6.30.16


NEWS FROM OLYMPIA:


Inslee announces $16.3 million in AmeriCorps funding---press release issued 6.30.16

Inslee announces appointments to CARE Fund Board to ensure investment in cancer research---press release issued 6.30.16

DOE: Ferry County shoreline plans ready for public review

ESD: Governor announces new state job match website

WDFW: Baker Lake opens early to sockeye fishing

DOH: Thurston Co. nursing assistant suspended on charges of sexual contact with a patient

DNR: Natural Resources board authorizes purchase of working forest in Pacific County

OTHER STATE NEWS HEADLINES:


BELLINGHAM HERALD: Which pot products do consumers buy most in Washington state?

EVERETT HERALD: Two Democrats hope to unseat Barbara Bailey in Senate

THE OLYMPIAN: What power does a lieutenant governor have? The candidates disagree

THE SEATTLE TIMES: New campaign-disclosure allegations leveled at Eyman

TACOMA NEWS TRIBUNE: Parent organization to St. Peter Hospital merges with St. Joseph Health

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Today's video clips: decision on the baseball team during city council meeting on Tuesday:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq7EKeS3X9s part 4

Related news article: Port Angeles City Council votes 6-1 in favor of agreement to bring baseball team to Civic Field---PDN

Part 1 of public testimony on Lange lawsuit settlement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTCHvpmdoKs

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DAILY DEVOTIONAL
How Should Employers and Employees Treat One Another?
No doubt many people see little relationship between their business affairs and the Bible. But in fact, no person can run his business properly without practicing some basic principles taught in the Bible.---Gospel Way

Wednesday, July 6, 2016

LAW & JUSTICE, ADVOCACY NOTEBOOK REPORTS.

  LAW & JUSTICE


NEWS FROM THE US DEPT. OF JUSTICE:

Two Former South Texas School Board Members and Middleman Sentenced for Attempted Extortion

Former Army National Guard Member Arrested for Attempting to Provide Material Support to ISIL

Three Georgia Real Estate Investors Plead Guilty to Bid Rigging and Bank Fraud at Public Home Foreclosure Auctions

FROM THE FBI FILES:

FBI Recommends No Charges Following Clinton E-Mail Investigation

related stories:
Analysis: For Clinton, character questions likely to persist (AP)

Similarities lacking in Clinton, Petraeus investigations (AP)

The Latest: Clinton says she has been 'eager' to talk to FBI (AP)

Editorial Comment: I should have guess Hillary would get away with being investigated. The Clinton's are known to get away with just about anything right?

Forensic Anthropology Laboratory Artist Puts a Human Face on Unidentified Remains

**07/01/16 Update: Shanika S. Minor was taken into custody on July 1, 2016 in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Details

INTERPOL: Regional and global security focus of INTERPOL Chief mission to El Salvador

WASHINGTON LAW & JUSTICE REPORT:


BELLINGHAM HERALD:  Ferndale chiropractor raped two patients, police say

EVERETT HERALD: Marysville neighbors catch, tie up suspected metal thief

THE OLYMPIAN: Roach says FBI inquiries won’t be a distraction on the job

SEATTLE PI: Keep independent auditor of SPD on the job, police reformers ask

PENINSULA DAILY NEWS: Port Angeles emergency responders warn of potential for dangerously strong heroin


ADVOCACY NOTEBOOK


CROSS CUT SEATTLE: The man who tried to end homelessness

CROSS CUT SEATTLE: Bedbug fears keep homeless away from shelters

HUD: HUD AWARDS $24 MILLION TO RENEW SUPPORT TO 25 LOCAL HIV-AIDS HOUSING PROGRAMS
Funding offers stable housing for individuals and families at risk for homelessness

OLLIBEAN: Privacy of Disabled Children versus Popularity of Parents of Disabled Children.

FAO: ANTI FLUORIDE ADVOCATE TO SPEAK IN NELSON


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Today's video clip: Part 1 of the Clallam County commission meeting on Tuesday
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9INzV2J8uo
Related news story: Clallam County approves $518,000 lawsuit settlement by 2-1 vote--PDN

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DAILY DEVOTIONAL
Does the Command to "Judge Not" Mean We Should Not Rebuke Sin?
First, we must understand that the Bible contains many passages showing that rebuking sin is something Christ did and Christians should do.  Not only did Jesus rebuke sin, but He also commanded His disciples to rebuke sin. ---Gospel Way

Tuesday, July 5, 2016

WORLD AND NATIONAL DIGEST REPORTS

WORLD NEWS DIGEST


NEWS FROM THE US MISSION TO THE UN:

Statement on the Passing of Nobel Laureate Elie Wiesel

Remarks at a UN General Assembly Meeting on the UN Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy

Statement on the Adoption of a UN Human Rights Council Resolution Establishing an Independent Expert on Violence and Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation and Identity

Remarks at the UN Briefing and Discussion on Implementing UN Security Council Resolution 2270 on the DPRK

NEWS FROM THE UN NEWS CENTER:

Diplomatic Quartet releases report on advancing two-state solution to Israel-Palestine conflict

UN rights chief deplores terrorist attack in Baghdad; calls on Iraqi authorities to protect civilians

Global community must not mar human rights in Myanmar by rushing to forge economic ties – UN

With two-state solution 'slipping away,' UN denounces Israel's settlement, demolition activities


FROM THE US STATE DEPT:

Attention U.S. Citizen Students! Apply July 1- 22, 2016, for Virtual Student Foreign Service eInternships

Terrorist Attacks in Baghdad

The Value of U.S. Alliances

Statement by the Quartet Principals on the Release of the Quartet Report

US DEFENSE DEPT: Military Strikes Target ISIL Terrorists in Syria, Iraq

Presidential Envoy Reports Counter-ISIL Progress, Ongoing Terrorism Threat

In other world news headlines...

Iraq: Death toll from weekend Baghdad attack reaches 175---(AP)

Attack part of Bangladesh's long history of political strife (AP)

Why Scotland, unlike its neighbors, voted to stay in the EU (AP)


NATIONAL DIGEST


THE WHITE HOUSE: 

Remarks by the President at Fourth of July Celebration

Statement by National Security Council Spokesperson Ned Price on the Terrorist Attacks in Baghdad, Iraq

 Statement by the President on the Death of Elie Wiesel

US DEFENSE DEPT: At Iftar Dinner, Carter Salutes Muslim-American Service, Sacrifice

FDA:
FDA clears first test to detect specific genetic markers for certain antibiotic-resistant bacteria directly from clinical specimens

FDA approves implantable device that changes the shape of the cornea to correct near vision

FDA requests additional information to address data gaps for consumer hand sanitizers

DEPT. OF INTERIOR: Interior Department Announces Final Regulations To Ensure American Public Receives Every Dollar Due for Production of Oil, Gas & Coal on Public Lands

EPA: U.S. EPA Proposes Greater Protection from Selenium in San Francisco Bay and Delta

NSA: Juno Approach Movie of Jupiter and the Galilean Moons (Video)

FCC: New Rule to Invoke the Lottery Procedure

CDC: CDC Awards Funds for States and Territories to Prepare for Zika

In other national news headlines...

Trump likely to announce vice presidential running mate next week: CNN/REU

Clinton snags AFL-CIO official, former Sanders staffer, in labor outreach (REU)

FBI interviews Hillary Clinton in private server probe (REU)


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Today's video clip, continuing the series of clips taken during last week's County Commission regarding the Lange law suit settlement:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfxFTCdyBSI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DvUgjiPjuY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LcHPMAeogDI

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DAILY DEVOTIONAL
Avoiding Evil Companions While Befriending Sinners
Many Bible passages teach Christians that we should avoid temptation and evil influences (see Proverbs 4:23; 6:27; 13:20; 22:3; Matthew 5:8; 6:13; 18:8,9; Romans 13:14; 1 Corinthians 15:33; Genesis 39:7-12; Psalm 26:5; 1 Peter 4:3,4). On the other hand, other passages show us that Jesus was a friend of sinners, prostitutes, etc. (see Luke chap. 15; 5:27-32; 7:36-50). How can these concepts be harmonized?---Gospel Way

Monday, July 4, 2016

MONDAY'S BUSINESS AND FINANCE REPORT


News from the US CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:

Donohue in Washington Post: Trump and Clinton Are Both Wrong About Trade--dated July 1, 2016

Free Trade Agreements Are Great Deals for Americans---Dated June 30th

Celebrate, America and Canada, Your National Holidays and the Spirit of Trade---dated June 30th

America’s Free Trade Agreements: 20 Countries, 30 Years, 1 Result – Success---dated June 29th

News from the Dept. of Labor:

OECD ISSUES REPORT ON LABOR MARKET IN NORTH AMERICA

The Benefits of Penalties

US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ANNOUNCES APPRENTICESHIP USA INDUSTRY INTERMEDIARY CONTRACTS TO EXPAND APPRENTICESHIPS

OBAMA ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCES NEW REGULATIONS TO STRENGTHEN EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR MILLIONS OF AMERICANS

US TREASURY:  Treasury’s Federal Insurance Office Releases Report on the Overall Effectiveness of the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program

US TREASURY:  Statement from Secretary Lew on Senate Passage of Puerto Rico Legislation

USDA: USDA is a Boon to Business in Boonville, NY; Higher Exports Thanks, in part, to Rural Development Program

USDA: USDA Announces $8.4 Million to Support a Diverse Next Generation of Farmers and Ranchers

USDA Reminds Individuals and Small Businesses Affected by Flooding in West Virginia that USDA Offers Disaster Assistance Programs to Help

IRS: Sign Up for IRS Summertime Tax Tips

IRS: Security Summit Reviews 2016 Accomplishments, Announces 2017 Initiatives

WASHINGTON STATE BUSINESS BRIEF:

WASHINGTON DEPT. OF COMMERCE: State grants $9.7 million to increase access to capital for renewable technologies and energy efficiency projects
Non-profit partners Craft3, Puget Sound Cooperative Credit Union, Washington State Housing Finance Commission build on early successes with commercial and residential loan programs serving communities throughout the state.

ESD: Washington’s average wage tops $56,000 in 2015

THE OLYMPIAN: Award-winning cannabis cooker switches gears in state’s new marijuana world

THE OLYMPIAN: Boeing’s outlook hints at more work for region

 PUDGET SOUND BUSINESS JOURNAL 3 questions: Department of Commerce official on new state-run retirement marketplace


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Today's video clip: More public testimony during county commission meeting last Tuesday, on the Lange settlement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bILHYMMJVH0

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DAILY DEVOTIONAL
Denying Self, Carrying Your Cross, and Giving Your Life for Jesus
(Matt. 16:24,25; Mark 8:34,35; Luke 9:23,24)
What did Jesus mean when He said that, to be His disciples, we must deny ourselves, take up our cross, and give our lives for Him? In the context of these passages, Jesus had been predicting His death---Gospel Way

Saturday, July 2, 2016

WILL A COUNCIL MEMBER MOVE TO PLACE THIS ON THE NOV. 8TH BALLOT?

First of all readers, I want to wish everyone a Happy Independence Day!
Peter Ripley, Publisher.
I imagine our founding fathers would never imagine that their nation that they founded in good faith, and belief in God that it would one day face it's founding principles such as free speech, freedom from religious persecution, and our basic liberties would put in jeopardy by a sitting president by allowing those who hate and despise this nation and peoples in this country. Time will tell if the policy of allowing 10,000 refugees in this nation was a good move or not.
I'm not saying all 10,000 Syrian refugees are bad people, but, as you know there are bad apples in every group.
However, even though that has nothing to do with the title of this week's commentary. It does go to show  what happens with bad policy making.

In our case the continuation of adding fluoride in our water system, only to appease overly zealous local dentist. Which many in our community feel is putting our general health in jeopardy, along with our "liberty" in being able to drink, and bath in toxic free water.

There was a petition going around with a citizen action to completely replace the current city council and revert back to the style of city council circa the 1970's. As the following Peninsula News article posted June 18th states....
Second-class city vote timing in doubt in Port Angeles---PDN
Quote from the article posted on June 18th: "But the City Council could vote to have it on the Nov. 8 ballot, Bloor said. The deadline for filing resolutions for the fall general election ballot is Aug. 2."


Editorial Note: I realize the deadline for posting a ballot measure of changing the "class" of our city council isn't until August, thus forcing all current council members to vacate their seats. We haven't heard anything from the current council on the possibility of forwarding the question on the ballot to change city government. You would think there would have been some mention of this during the last city council. There was none from what I heard on the matter.

CITY COUNCIL TO CONSIDER AGREEMENT WITH MACK ATHLETICS INC.
Staff memo provided:  In 2015, the City was approached by the owner of MACK Athletics, Inc., Matt Acker, about the possibility of bringing a West Coast League baseball franchise to Port Angeles. In 2016, several meetings took place to make sure that the City of Port Angeles and a West Coast League team could coincide with the other various activities that take place at Civic Field. A mutual agreement has been worked out and attached is a Facility Use Agreement between the City of Port Angeles and MACK Athletics, Inc., to bring a West Coast League franchise to Port Angeles. (page E 68 in agenda packet)
http://wa-portangeles.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/3188
(see full agenda)

Other city council items of interest:

  • Board of Ethics (2) Findings, Conclusion and Recommendation
  • Letters of Support Recommended by Fluoride Alternatives Ad Hoc Committee


Editorial Note: I took a look at the city agenda coming this week, and there isn't even a whisper of bringing the issue up for consideration of forwarding the petition to a ballot measure come this November 8th ballot on the agenda this coming Tuesday. The lead item on the agenda is about the possibility of a west coast baseball franchise coming to Port Angeles, along with some other items of interest, which touches on the reasons for the anger from the public on the issue of fluoridation, and the cause and effects of some actions surrounding the decision of continuing adding fluoride to our water system.
Now I think it would be great that a minor league team would call Port Angeles their home. That would at least give a good enough reason to fix up Civic Field. But, that's besides the point of issue at hand to go with a change of city government or not. The question is will a current council member be willing to stand up and make a motion to send the question of changing the form of city council to the November 8th ballot? Like in baseball it's the ninth inning and your one call from being struck out, and your team is on the losing side. It will be a test of wills for sure, seeing which of these council members really mean what they say with their oaths of office to defend and protect the US, and State Constitutions or not. That in itself would be something to watch.



WHAT'S ON TAP FOR NEXT WEEK...

County commission work session will be held on Tuesday, before their regular business meeting. The highlight item on the work session agenda is:
2 Proposed agreement with Department of Ecology for Toxics Cleanup Remedial Action Grant
3 Proposed ordinance submitting a proposition to the county voters for a special property tax provide funding for the Veterans’ Relief Fund
See full agenda: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_worksession_agenda.pdf
Work session packet: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_worksession_packet.pdf

County Commission Business meeting agenda highlight:
Modification 5 to the participating agreement with USDA, Forest Service, Olympic National Forest to extend the performance period to December 31, 2016 in order to expend remaining funding in the amount of $15,000
See full agenda: http://websrv7.clallam.net/forms/uploads/bocc_meeting_agenda.pdf



Other regional meetings...

JEFFERSON COUNTY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commissioners/Agenda/2016%20Agendas/07-05-16.pdf
Agenda highlight item: MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING, Amendment No. 1 re: Provide RN
Nursing Services to Jail Inmates affected by Mental Health Issues, Chemical Dependency
and Substance Abuse; Additional Amount of $8,071.70 for a Total of $38,401.08;
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office: Jefferson County Public Health

CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND MEETING AGENDA
http://cityofpt.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=832
Agenda highlight item: Resolution 16-030 Related to Stormwater Management; Authorizing the City Manager to Sign Partial Releases Related to a Private Stormwater Facility


NATIONAL AND STATE NEWS COMMENTARIES


Can Old-Style Politics Beat Donald Trump?---NY TIMES

Did Bill Clinton unconsciously trip his wife on the road to the White House?---WP

Why Trump is in trouble
He’s trailing badly in the polls, and doesn’t have the resources to easily make up the ground. ---BOSTON GLOBE

Annual Onslaught of LibMedia Think Pieces Expressing Bitterness About 4th of July Fun Begins---PJ MEDIA

How being called ‘fat boy’ growing up makes my dating life uncomfortable today
If you experience ridicule for a decade, you’re left with scars that don’t ever heal completely.---BELLINGHAM HERALD

State, Gov. Inslee risk jobs by going back on word to Boeing---EVERETT HERALD

United Way’s new focus has unintended effect on seniors, disabled---EVERETT HERALD

Firework safety: Don’t let common sense go out with a bang----SEATTLE TIMES


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Today's video clip: Part 3 of the decision of the lange settlement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gwATRwXYAo0

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Friday, July 1, 2016

THE COUNTY TREASURE'S MELODRAMA CONTINUES

In this episode...


 County Treasurer,
Selinda Barkius
The following headlines from the local media pretty much plays out the story line at least in the case of County Treasure Selinda Barkius ongoing allegations against other county officials. The thing that strikes me as odd, are  claims that her freedom of speech is being denied.  We all seen countless news stories from the local media that quotes her statements she makes, then, she denies interviews from other media types that might let her have her say. Does that make any sense at all? She seems to favor one local media outlet above anyone else that may give her a fair hearing. Could it be because that media outlet is giving her a platform for her agenda at the time? What is really odd in my view, while she snubs interviews from other media outlets, she often is quoted in saying that her voice is being suppressed, and not heard, and no one cares about her concerns. I approached Barkhuis once to conduct an interview, she gave me the old line: "I'll think about it" , to me that was tell me to shove off. I hadn't asked since, nor do I plan to again. Readers, I only ask once. It don't matter to me really whether she wants to talk with this publication or not, I do manage to record her statements she gives during public meetings. It struck me as odd her insistence of making claims that her speech is being denied. Isn’t the county treasure supposed to be accessible to all citizens, not just those who champion her causes?
In case you missed it my interview with County Prosecutor, Mark Nichols on Monday.
part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z8J3053oIDM
part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7TUjLgogEA
During the first open public comment session for items that were on the agenda, during the county commission meeting on Tuesday's meeting set the stage of the current melodrama of the County Treasure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfaUZbRL058
You have to ask, does she really think it's all about her?

Related news stories....

Clallam County to buy land for $300,000 as part of lawsuit settlement---PDN
Quote from the article posted: " The redacted emails were from then-senior planner Selinda Barkhuis, who is now the county treasurer. By recommending the proposed settlement, Barkhuis alleged that Nichols was admitting that he “knowingly, repeatedly and wrongfully redacted my email, my opinion, from the public record.”
“I think it's an unconscionable conflict of interest for him or his deputy to be advising you as to the merits of this case,” Barkhuis added in public comments to the board. Nichols did not respond to Barkhuis' statements Tuesday."

Lawsuit from which public records withheld---PORT O CALL

Plaintiff’s Email to DCD---PORT O CALL

Debatable Budget Emergency Debated---PORT O CALL

Lange settlement via county commission webpage: http://www.clallam.net/bocc/documents/langevclallamcounty.pdf

County To Settle Lawsuit In Lange Case----KONP RADIO

PDN complicit in county corruption?---PORT O CALL

Another open letter to the county commission---PORT O CALL


As for the County Agenda items....

Here is a run down of the agenda items on the County Commission which as also approved on Tuesday:
2a Agreement with David A. Cebelak and Krisanne R. Cebelak to purchase land to resolve pending litigation and expand the public’s access and use
2b Agreement with City of Bainbridge to allow each agency to utilize the other’s vendor agreements
2c Personal services agreement with K&H Printers for printing and mailing 2016 Primary Election ballots
2d Special use permit with the United States Forest Service for construction, maintenance and operation of Segment 7 of the Olympic Discovery Trail on Forest Service Lands
2e Agreement with Shannon & Wilson Inc. for engineering design services for the design phase of the Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration project
2f Personal services agreement with Sound Law Center for hearing examiner services of Andrew Reeves
BIDS AND AWARDS
3a Notice of call for bids to be received no later than 10 a.m., July 12, 2016 for Janitorial Services for the Clallam County Health Department
3b Notice of call for bids to be received no later than 10 a.m., July 26, 2016 for the Clallam County
3rd Street Building Level 2 Remodel
ADMINISTRATION
4a Notice of hearing to be held at 10:30 a.m., July 12 for proposed sale of surplus propertySheriff’s Office Glock 22 .40 S&W pistol with three magazines
4b Resolution continuing relationships with the Washington Counties Risk Pool and the related
appointments and designations
BUDGET
5a Approval of Budget Modifications for the week of June 13
5b Resolution adopting the following Supplemental Appropriation:
Developmental Disabilities – Receipt of additional money from the Washington State
Department of Social and Health Services/$44,370


PORT'S LEAD HEADLINE...HIRING OF NEW DIRECTOR

The lead highlight item on the Port Commission agenda on Monday was the hiring of Karen Goschen, who had been the interim director until a new one was found, got the job officially. The following is the press release issued by the Port Commission.

Port Hires Goschen as Executive Director
Via press release issued on June 28, 2016
On Monday, June 27, the Port of Port Angeles Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to appoint Karen Goschen as their new Executive Director. Ms. Goschen has served as the Interim Executive Director since January 2016 and will now officially take the helm at the Port of Port Angeles.
Karen’s organizational strengths have been a key factor in meeting the challenges of change that have affected the Port in the last two years. Her management style is in the tradition of “servant leadership,” a participative philosophy that emphasizes service as an aspect of decision-making and recognizes the strengths within each person.
"Karen Goschen's commitment to this Port and our community is unparalleled,” said Port Commission President Colleen McAleer. “The Commission fully believes Karen's strategic vision for partnership and her servant leadership approach will improve Clallam County's environment so businesses can prosper. We are thrilled to have Karen at the helm and expect to see great advances under her leadership."
Karen was hired as the Port’s Director of Finance in August 2012 and was promoted to the Deputy Executive Director in 2014. Karen has previously held executive-level management positions in Finance and operations since 1998 and has been responsible for presenting financial and operational results to governing boards for nonprofit, government and for profit entities. She has also held positions in management consulting, focusing on process improvement, strategic planning and financial systems, and has taught college level business and finance courses.
Karen earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Accounting and Finance from California State University graduating Summa Cum Laude, and a Masters of Business Administration, with a concentration in Finance from the University of Colorado. She also studied law at the University of Colorado.
Jones Strategic was hired by the Port Commission in December of 2015 to conduct the Executive Director search. Four Executive Director candidates were interviewed on June 16th in an open public meeting and then in executive session on June 17th.
See video clip of announcement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2nI85hPovY

Other items on the Port Agenda which were approved:
(see agenda for details)

In other local news....

Clallam approves three-year contract with hearing examiner---PDN

Clallam County to review provision of human resources legal services--PDN

Interim leader selected as Port of Port Angeles’ new executive director--PDN

  Fireworks are now on sale on the Peninsula, but detonations illegal in Port Angeles, Port Townsend--PDN

Marijuana merger starts in Sequim Friday---SEQUIM GAZETTE

Ocean salmon fishery opens July 1---FORKS FORUM

Police: Methamphetamine found during OPNET arrest in Port Angeles---PDN

Proposed plan aims at roadside noxious weeds in Clallam County---PDN

Local action antidote to national political apathy---PT LEADER

A pastor's pride: When Tony Brown took a leap of faith, his church was there with open arms
 The pastor of Port Townsend's Trinity United Methodist Church comes out to his congregation, and community---PT LEADER

Editorial note: Another example of a wolf in sheep's clothing. Making something that is an abomination in the sight of God acceptable and "natural" and it will never be.
Matthew 7:15 [ You Will Know Them by Their Fruits ] “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.
Romans 1:28 And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a debased mind, to do those things which are not fitting;

*Perhaps the good pastor should crack open the good book more often.

News from across the strait (Victoria BC news)


TIMES COLONIST: Northern Gateway pipeline stymied after court quashes approval

TIMES COLONIST: Pacific Opera Victoria boss is Montreal bound

TIMES COLONIST: 'Four more years': Canadian MP chanting for Obama draws White House reaction

VICTORIA NEWS: A unique perspective of the Johnson Street Bridge

VICTORIA NEWS: City seeks input for parks master plan


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Today's video clip: debate about the lange settlement during the county commission meeting on Tuesday
part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-TVw-ex0Yig
(Part one is posted in the report of this page)

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Thursday, June 30, 2016

OLYMPIC DIGEST REPORT

News from our Congressional delegation to Washington DC:

Bera, Simpson, Kilmer, Reichert, Schrader Lead 54 Representatives Calling for Wildfires to be Treated Like Natural Disasters---press release issued 6.29.16


Cantwell Secures Provision to Address Significant Gap in Computer Science Education
Provision would improve models for teaching and learning computer science in K-12 classrooms---press release issued 6.29.16

Cantwell Statement on Supreme Court Ruling in Whole Woman’s Health v. Hellerstedt
Cantwell: Ruling “is a decisive victory for women’s health and constitutional rights”---press release issued 6. 27.16

ZIKA: Murray Urges Republicans to Stop Pandering to Tea Party, Work With Democrats to Protect Women and Families From Virus---press release issued 6.24.16

Sen. Murray: Supreme Court Ruling in Whole Woman’s Health A “True Victory”----press release issued 6.27.16

News from Olympia:

Inslee honors 22 state government managers for excellence in leadership---press release issued 6.29.16

Inslee and Japan Ambassador sign agreement to strengthen trade ties and increase cooperation---press release issued 6. 28. 16

Inslee statement on U.S. Supreme Court decision on Plan B case---press release issued 6. 28. 16

Inslee statement on U.S. Supreme Court decision to uphold women's reproductive rights---press release issued 6.27.16

AG: AG SUBPOENAS ENFORCED BY COURT IN TIM EYMAN PROBE

DOE: New permits strengthen protection of Spokane River Three draft water quality permits ready for public review

DOE: Old landfill, sawmill near Anacortes focus of cleanup

ESD: New labor market tools and information available on ESD.WA.GOV

WDFW: Hanford Reach to open for sockeye fishing

DOH: Medical marijuana database may not be operational by July 1

WSDOT: WSDOT publishes 20-year framework for statewide public transportation

DOR: Revenue offers free tax workshop July 6 in Seattle

In other state headline news...

BELLINGHAM HERALD: Billionaire donates $1M for homeless housing in Seattle

EVERETT HERALD: Tim Eyman ordered to surrender tax records to investigators

CROSS CUT SEATTLE: UW prof speaks of her own homeless experience

SEATTLE PI: Amazon 'Prime Day' sales gimmick is back this July

SEATTLE TIMES: After uproar from residents, King County drops plan for septic-system fee

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Today's video clip, part 2 of the county worksession regarding the lawsuit settlement.

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Wednesday, June 29, 2016

LAW & JUSTICE /ADVOCACY NOTE BOOK REPORTS

LAW & JUSTICE:


News from the US DEPT. OF JUSTICE:

 U.S. Attorney John H. Horn Delivers Testimony Before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on “Protecting Older Americans from Financial Exploitation”

Deputy Attorney General Sally Q. Yates Delivers Remarks at Press Conference Announcing $14.7 Billion Volkswagen Settlements

Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch Delivers Remarks at the National Summit on Youth Violence Prevention

Resident of Montana and Nevada Charged in Stolen Identity Tax Fraud Scheme


FROM THE FBI FILES:

New Top Ten Fugitive Help Us Catch a Murderer

Putting the Brakes on Intellectual Property Crime Trio Pirated Mercedes-Benz Diagnostic Software

FBI and Department of State Announce a Global Law Enforcement Forum on Diamond Trafficking and Illicit Trade Hosted by Europol 

KC Man Sentenced for Throwing Molotov Cocktails at Congressional Office

In other law and justice headlines:

Records: City lawyers weak link in police accountability (AP)

2 women killed in shooting outside Arizona courthouse (AP)

Deputy charged in boy's killing asks judge to move trial (AP)

WASHINGTON STATE LEGAL BRIEF:

AG: VOLKSWAGEN TO PAY $26M TO WASHINGTON OVER CONSUMER FRAUD--press release issued June 28th.

SEATTLE PI: Reports: Corrections officer injured in Auburn shooting

BELLINGHAM HERALD: Supreme Court rejects pharmacists’ religious rights appeal

TACOMA NEWS TRIBUNE: Judge orders hearing to decide whether to dismiss 6 charges against Auditor Troy Kelley



ADVOCACY NOTEBOOK:

SEATTLE TIMES: King County setting up single system to link the homeless with shelter

SEATTLE TIMES: Solutions to homelessness in San Francisco within reach

DISABILITY SCOOP: In Hollywood, Diversity Tends To Ignore Disability

HUD: NEARLY 6,000 HOUSEHOLDS IN 28 METRO AREAS PARTICIPATING IN RIGOROUS
HUD STUDY ON HOMEBUYER EDUCATION AND COUNSELING

FAO: AFTER TWO-YEAR ABSENCE, FLUORIDE RETURNING TO WELLINGTON’S WATER



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Today's video clip: Debate over the LANGE v. CEBELAK lawsuit during the County work session on Monday, which the County approved the $300k sale of property to settle the suit the following day on Tuesday.
part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofmuNbrUg8s

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