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Fuchsia
Fuchsias have been in cultivation since the 1500s when found in South America and sent to England as part of the great plant explorations of the time. There are currently 108 species of fuchsias now with over 9000 named cultivars registered with the Fuchsia Society. The name “fuchsia” derives from Leonhart Fuchs who wrote a book illustrating plants and herbs with medicinal properties. (UC Ag&NatResources)
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Every tire produces a chemical that kills coho salmon. Can scientists pump the brakes?
6PPD-quinone, a chemical produced by tires to protect rubber from degrading, is highly toxic to fish and other aquatic animals, even in microscopic doses. Placing a single drop of the chemical, which was first identified six years ago by researchers at Tacoma's Center for Urban Waters, in an Olympic swimming pool would kill at least half of the coho salmon in that pool. Stephen Howie reports. (KUOW)
Trump approves disaster declaration for WA flooding
President Donald Trump has approved opening up federal funding to deal with the aftermath of historic flooding that hit Washington in December, the Federal Emergency Management Agency announced Saturday. The much-anticipated decision makes money available for individuals, nonprofits and state, tribal and local governments. Jake Goldstein-Street reports. (Washington State Standard)
First cruise ship of the year kicks off what's set to be a record season
An estimated million passengers and crew will spill into Greater Victoria through to October, opening their wallets to spend in restaurants and shops. Darron Kloster reports. (Times Colonist)
6PPD-quinone, a chemical produced by tires to protect rubber from degrading, is highly toxic to fish and other aquatic animals, even in microscopic doses. Placing a single drop of the chemical, which was first identified six years ago by researchers at Tacoma's Center for Urban Waters, in an Olympic swimming pool would kill at least half of the coho salmon in that pool. Stephen Howie reports. (KUOW)
Trump approves disaster declaration for WA flooding
President Donald Trump has approved opening up federal funding to deal with the aftermath of historic flooding that hit Washington in December, the Federal Emergency Management Agency announced Saturday. The much-anticipated decision makes money available for individuals, nonprofits and state, tribal and local governments. Jake Goldstein-Street reports. (Washington State Standard)
First cruise ship of the year kicks off what's set to be a record season
An estimated million passengers and crew will spill into Greater Victoria through to October, opening their wallets to spend in restaurants and shops. Darron Kloster reports. (Times Colonist)
Section of I-5 closed by landslide near Bellingham scheduled to reopen April 16
After weeks of gridlock, detours, and painstaking slope work, northbound Interstate 5 near Bellingham is on track to reopen April 16 following a massive landslide that has snarled traffic since mid-March. (KOMO)
Gas prices soar by 21% as government inflation figures reflect Trump’s war on Iran
Spikes in energy prices caused by the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran drove up inflation for Americans in March, according to the latest consumer price index figures released Friday. Costs jumped 0.9% in March compared to the previous month — that’s up from the 0.3% increase in February. Prices for all items together, including food, energy, shelter and other commodities like vehicles, rose by 3.3% from a year ago. Ashley Murray reports. (Washington State Standard)
Dead canines found near Guemes Island believed to be foxes, authorities in contact with suspected culprit
Local authorities may have found an explanation for the string of dead canines found near Guemes Island. The Skagit County Sheriff’s Office announced that the animals involved are believed to be foxes and originated from a farm outside of Washington, and used in commercial fishing operations. (My Bellingham Now)
Permanent disposal of radioactive waste started at Eastern WA site
The first 7.5-ton container of radioactive waste turned into a stable glass form was carefully set on the bottom of a vast new landfill at Hanford in Eastern Washington Wednesday, its permanent disposal site. It was a pivotal step toward disposing of 56 million gallons of radioactive and hazardous chemical waste stored in underground tanks in the center of the Hanford nuclear site, some for as long as 80 years, said the Department of Energy. Annette Cary reports. (Tri-City Herald)
Democracy Watch
Trump's Washington arch plan includes golden-winged figure, eagles, lions and 'One Nation Under God' (AP)
Mississippi reveals its full history for America’s anniversary year, a contrast to federal efforts (AP)
After weeks of gridlock, detours, and painstaking slope work, northbound Interstate 5 near Bellingham is on track to reopen April 16 following a massive landslide that has snarled traffic since mid-March. (KOMO)
Gas prices soar by 21% as government inflation figures reflect Trump’s war on Iran
Spikes in energy prices caused by the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran drove up inflation for Americans in March, according to the latest consumer price index figures released Friday. Costs jumped 0.9% in March compared to the previous month — that’s up from the 0.3% increase in February. Prices for all items together, including food, energy, shelter and other commodities like vehicles, rose by 3.3% from a year ago. Ashley Murray reports. (Washington State Standard)
Dead canines found near Guemes Island believed to be foxes, authorities in contact with suspected culprit
Local authorities may have found an explanation for the string of dead canines found near Guemes Island. The Skagit County Sheriff’s Office announced that the animals involved are believed to be foxes and originated from a farm outside of Washington, and used in commercial fishing operations. (My Bellingham Now)
Permanent disposal of radioactive waste started at Eastern WA site
The first 7.5-ton container of radioactive waste turned into a stable glass form was carefully set on the bottom of a vast new landfill at Hanford in Eastern Washington Wednesday, its permanent disposal site. It was a pivotal step toward disposing of 56 million gallons of radioactive and hazardous chemical waste stored in underground tanks in the center of the Hanford nuclear site, some for as long as 80 years, said the Department of Energy. Annette Cary reports. (Tri-City Herald)
Democracy Watch
Trump's Washington arch plan includes golden-winged figure, eagles, lions and 'One Nation Under God' (AP)
Mississippi reveals its full history for America’s anniversary year, a contrast to federal efforts (AP)
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Here's your tug weather— West Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca-
133 PM PDT Sun Apr 12 2026
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W wind 15 to 20 kt, easing to 10 to 15 kt in the
afternoon. Seas 4 to 6 ft. Wave Detail: W 6 ft at 8 seconds. A
chance of rain in the morning.
MON NIGHT W wind 10 to 15 kt, becoming SW 5 to 10 kt after midnight. Seas 4 to 6 ft. Wave Detail: W 5 ft at 8 seconds. Rain.
MON NIGHT W wind 10 to 15 kt, becoming SW 5 to 10 kt after midnight. Seas 4 to 6 ft. Wave Detail: W 5 ft at 8 seconds. Rain.
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