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A major winter storm is expected to hit Washington State on Christmas, potentially disrupting holiday travel and causing road closures. Residents should stay informed about weather updates and prepare for adverse conditions.
The Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission has fined CenturyLink $133,000 for failing to meet customer service response time requirements and for not providing necessary documentation, with 178 violations recorded between March 2022 and February 2024.
Shasti Conrad, chair of the Washington State Democratic Party, is running for a vice-chair at-large position with the Democratic National Committee following Washington's strong performance in the 2024 elections. She aims to share the state's successful strategies and emphasizes the importance of authenticity and progressive policies.
CenturyLink has been fined $133,000 by the Washington state Utilities and Transportation Commission for failing to meet customer service response time regulations and for not providing necessary documentation. The violations, totaling 178, occurred from March 2022 to February 2024, highlighting significant customer service issues within the telecommunications sector in Washington.
A winter storm is expected to impact travel in Washington State over Christmas, with heavy snow in the Cascade Mountains and high winds in Northwest Washington. The National Weather Service has issued warnings, and the Washington State Department of Transportation advises travelers to prepare for road closures and ensure their vehicles are winter-ready.
Lacey Fire District 3 Chief Steve Brooks will retire at the end of the year, with Deputy Chief Jennifer Schmidt appointed as his successor. Schmidt's appointment is significant as she becomes one of only five female fire chiefs in Washington state, bringing extensive experience in managing first responders and training programs. Brooks concludes a notable 34-year career in fire and emergency services.
Lacey Fire District 3 Chief Steve Brooks will retire at the end of the year after nearly 34 years in fire and EMS. Jennifer Schmidt, currently the deputy chief of operations, will succeed him, becoming one of only five female fire chiefs in Washington, bringing extensive experience in managing first responders and overseeing training programs.
Washington Governor-elect Bob Ferguson has appointed Kathryn Leathers to lead the Department of Retirement Systems, which manages retirement plans for nearly 1 million public employees in the state. Leathers will officially start her role on January 15.
Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson has appointed Kathryn Leathers as the new head of Washington's Department of Retirement Systems, overseeing retirement benefits for nearly 1 million public employees. Leathers, previously general counsel for the governor's office, will officially take her role on January 15, 2025, reflecting Ferguson's commitment to sustainable retirement plans for state workers.
Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson of Washington has appointed Kathryn Leathers as the new head of the Department of Retirement Systems, effective January 15. Leathers brings extensive experience in legal and legislative counsel, and her leadership will be crucial for the retirement plans of nearly 1 million public employees.