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Memorial service scheduled for Graham youth killed by drunk driver

by Bruce A. Smith This Friday, February 21, there will be a memorial service for Graham teenager Daniel Morse, who was killed in 2009 by a drunk driver.  Daniel was 14 years-old when he was killed during the Christmas holiday … Continue reading

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Orting’s Chocolate Strollers brave cold winds for treats and fun

 By Bruce A. Smith  The Third Annual Chocolate Stroll in Orting last Saturday, Feb 9, was a success, as families, seniors, couples and kids scurried about town getting their chocolate candies. However, the biting wind necessitated many unscheduled stops for … Continue reading

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Snow and cold hit area

By Bruce A. Smith  After a week of record-setting cold – with nighttime temperatures in single digits and still in the twenties during the day – the Mountain area got hit with our first sizeable snow storm in two years.

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Third Annual Chocolate Stroll coming to Orting

by Bruce A. Smith The Third Annual Chocolate Stroll in Orting is preparing to launch next weekend, Saturday February 8.  For the uninitiated, the Chocolate Stroll is a city-wide event hosted by the businesses of Orting, who open their doors and … Continue reading

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Central Pierce Fire to honor staff at YMCA for aquatic rescue

 A dramatic rescue took place earlier this month at the Mel Korum YMCA in South Hill, and the Mountain News is delighted to post the details as presented in this press release from Assistant Chief Ed Hrivnak of the Central … Continue reading

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DB Cooper – 42nd Anniversary celebrations include symposium in Tacoma and annual bash in Ariel

By Bruce A. Smith  The famous DB Cooper skyjacking occurred 42 years ago this Thanksgiving Day weekend, and the occasion was commemorated by a professional symposium at the Washington State Historical Museum in Tacoma. The WSHM is currently hosting their … Continue reading

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Bethel Open Market offers holiday-themed festivities and crafts

by Bruce A. Smith  Editor’s Note:  The Bethel Open Market will have its next gathering on Saturday, November 9, 2013 in the Bethel Learning Center, which is located directly across the street from the Bethel Junior High.

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Readers weigh in on GMO labeling initiative

By Bruce A. Smith In next month’s election, Washington voters will decide on a state wide initiative that if food products contain Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) then the producers will be required to indicate that on the labels.

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Mount Rainier National Park is now open

Editor’s Note:  The following press release was delivered to the Mountain News by the NPS, heralding the opening of the park as a result of last night’s budgetary agreement in Washington, DC.  ********************************************************** Ashford, WA – Mount Rainier National Park … Continue reading

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Animal rights group in Eatonville seeking a foster home for a special dog

Editor’s Note:  The Mountain News received the following note from the Animal Control of Eatonville group (ACE).  They are looking for a home for a dog that has been rescued.  Below is their charming story of “Jo-Jo.” **************************************************************** Thursday, September … Continue reading

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