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Prop. 1 would raise the sales tax rate an additional 3 cents on every $10 spent. Pierce Transit said this would enable more bus service, shorter wait times and new routes.
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Manuel Valdes/APThe conservative group Let’s Go Washington is pushing to expand access to medical, counseling and other school records. Critics worry this will roll back protections. -
Provided by the campaignsDemocratic U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and Republican challenger John Braun are facing off to represent southwest Washington's largely rural 3rd Congressional District.
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Steve Mitchell/Winthrop Music AssociationWinthrop Rhythm & Blues Festival is seeking a new venue after owners of their long-time site, the Blues Ranch, declined to renew their lease.
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