December 23, 2025 12:34 pm

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Republicans are in panic mode as initiative deadline approaches

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The deadline to turn in three statewide initiatives is January 2, 2026, has left Republican organizers and officials scrambling to get the word out to residents to turn in signature sheets “NOW! Don’t wait! Get them in ASAP!” Let’s Go Washington, the primary sponsor for initiatives’ IL26-001, aimed at strengthening communication between parents and schools, […]

Third Quarter GDP Hits Two-Year High at 4.3%, Fueled by Strong Spending and Exports

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WASHINGTON, D.C.—Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annualized rate of 4.3 percent in the third quarter of 2025 (July–September), according to the initial estimate released December 23, 2025, by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA). This marks an acceleration from the 3.8 percent growth recorded in the second quarter of 2025 and […]

Port of Everett announces key leadership shifts to fuel Waterfront growth

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EVERETT—The Port of Everett is shaking up its leadership team with a series of promotions and a new hire, aiming to capitalize on booming growth in its real estate division and improve the visitor experience at its bustling waterfront destination. Port Executive Director and CEO Lisa Lefeber described the changes as part of a broader […]

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