Courtney Flatt
Stories
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NW drinking water concerns could get worse as the climate changes
All the dirt in the Naches River was too much for the City of Yakima’s water treatment plant to handle. Desert cities and towns could see situations like this happen more often as the climate continues to change.
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Landfill fire in Yakima is one step closer to being put out
A potentially dangerous landfill fire is on its way to being extinguished. Regulators announced plans to help slow the smoldering underground debris – and their aims to keep neighbors safe.
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Will some Northwest wolves call Colorado home?
Northwest wolves could soon head to Colorado. Wildlife managers there say they need wolves from out-of-state to build back their population. But will Northwest states help out?
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Congress members dive into Northwest dams debate
Four congress members listened to testimony about whether the four Lower Snake River dams should stay in place or be removed.
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Government
Federal forest officials consider changing sheep grazing rules
The issue is what can happen to bighorn sheep if they come into contact with their domesticated counterparts.
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To protect bighorns, officials are reviewing grazing allotments in a central WA national forest
When bighorns come into contact with grazing domestic sheep – the meetup could be deadly for the wild animals.
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Environment
Could help slow climate change by building a new deck?
That’s what Northwest scientists hope to do. They’re working on an innovative approach to keeping carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere – by attaching CO2 to composite decking materials.
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As people move from big cities, Northwest rural communities see economic boost
During the pandemic lots of people relocated from big cities to small, rural places. In Waitsburg, Wash., some say that's boosted the economy.
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As people move from big cities, Northwest rural communities see economic boost
During the pandemic lots of people relocated from big cities to small, rural places. In Waitsburg, Wash., some say that's boosted the economy.
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For tribes, welcoming salmon to the Upper Columbia is a reminder of ‘lifelong work’
Each Spring, Northwest tribes celebrate the first foods of the season. At a Colville ceremony marking the return of migrating salmon, ecological challenges were top of mind.