Monday, October 26, 2026

10/26 Coral mushrooms, BC election, BC Conservative gov't, democracy watch.

Coral Mushrooms
Coral Mushrooms Ramaria
Coral mushrooms are some of the most visually striking fungi in the Pacific Northwest. They look like underwater corals transplanted to the forest floor — clusters of branching, upright fingers in colors ranging from bright orange and crimson to pale yellow and purple. Most belong to the genus Ramaria, but several other genera produce coral-like forms. (Salish Mushrooms)

Today's top story in Salish Current:  To keep Lopez fed, keep local farms thriving

B.C.’s Conservative party just won a majority. Here’s what it means for the environment 
Following a snap election called by the BC NDP, the Conservatives have won the 2026 election. From oil and gas to Indigenous Rights, here’s what it plans to change. Shannon Waters reports. (The Narwhal) 

What to expect from the new B.C. Conservative government
Party has promised to not raise taxes, scrap Massey Tunnel replacement and repeal DRIPA. (CBC)


Democracy Watch
  • Musk says he was behind Starlink speed restriction after service in Ukraine is restored (AP) 
  • Trump’s DOJ sues over Alaska Senate race, expanding preelection legal fights (Washington State Standard) 

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Here's your tug weather— 
West Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca-  146 PM PDT Sun Oct 25 2026    
MON
 E wind 5 to 10 kt, becoming SE in the afternoon. Seas  around 3 ft. Wave Detail: E 2 ft at 4 seconds and W 2 ft at  11 seconds.  
MON NIGHT
 SW wind around 5 kt. Seas around 2 ft or less, then  around 3 ft after midnight. Wave Detail: W 3 ft at 9 seconds.

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