Repeat Sex Offender Sentenced to 27 years

for Victimizing Minors Online and Possessing Child Sex Abuse Material

Clarkston, WA – Clarkston School District is pleased to welcome community members back to Adams Field at Clarkston High School and the lawn at Parkway Elementary School as viewing locations for this year's Fourth of July fireworks celebration.

For the first time in several years, the District is opening these campuses to the public so families, friends, and neighbors can gather to enjoy the American 250th Anniversary fireworks display in a safe, family-friendly environment. These locations offer some of the best up-close views of the fireworks. Please note that no concert, food vendors, or activities are planned at these sites. Restroom facilities will be available in the west end building passageway at Clarkston High School.

The fireworks display is scheduled to begin at 10:00 p.m. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to find a comfortable viewing spot and enjoy the evening with family and friends.

"We're excited to once again open our campuses for this community tradition," said Superintendent Thaynan Knowlton. "We hope everyone enjoys a fun and memorable evening while helping us keep these facilities safe, clean, and welcoming for all."

To help ensure a positive experience for everyone, we ask guests to:

• Respect school property.
• Follow directions from event staff and public safety personnel.
• Help keep our campuses clean by taking all personal belongings and disposing of trash before leaving.
• Alcohol, tobacco products, vaping devices, illegal drugs, and other controlled substances are prohibited on school district property.
• Fireworks and firearms are prohibited on school district property.

Clarkston School District extends its sincere appreciation to Community Spirit for its continued dedication to providing this cherished Independence Day tradition for the Lewis-Clark Valley. The District also thanks the Clarkston Police Department and Clarkston Fire Department for their partnership in helping provide a safe environment for community members enjoying the fireworks from our campuses.

We look forward to welcoming our community for an enjoyable evening and wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July!

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Former CEO Pleads Guilty to $24,000,000 Embezzlement Scheme

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PR 02-26

BONNEVILLE POWER ADMINISTRATION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 22, 2026
CONTACT: DOENews@hq.doe.gov

DOE Announces Travis Kavulla as BPA Administrator

WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright issued the following statement today announcing Travis Kavulla as Administrator and CEO of the Bonneville Power Administration. Kavulla will oversee BPA’s vital mission of delivering affordable, reliable, and secure power to the Pacific Northwest. 

“Travis Kavulla’s extensive experience in the energy sector will strengthen Bonneville’s ongoing efforts to expand and modernize energy infrastructure and ensure regional grid reliability,” said Secretary Wright. “I look forward to partnering with Bonneville as it builds on its legacy as the region’s leading provider of wholesale power and works to secure a prosperous future for the people of the Pacific Northwest and our nation.”  

Under Secretary of Energy Kyle Haustveit will swear in Kavulla at Bonneville’s headquarters in Portland, Oregon, on June 29.

About BPA The Bonneville Power Administration is a federal non-profit power marketing administration that delivers reliable, low-cost hydropower produced in the Columbia River Basin as well as the output from the region’s only nuclear plant to communities across the Northwest. BPA also owns and operates more than 15,000 circuit miles of high-voltage transmission lines. More information about these and other activities is available on our Media Relations page.

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PORTLAND, Ore. – Statewide fire restrictions remain in effect for all Bureau of Land Management public lands throughout Oregon and Washington, and many local regions have additional restrictions in place. BLM leaders encourage all visitors to be aware of all active restrictions and closures as warmer weather sets in around the Pacific Northwest.

“Every individual's choices directly impact community safety,” said Kim Prill, BLM Oregon/Washington Acting State Director. “Just one spark can start a wildfire.”

Visitors should research their destinations in advance, as restrictions vary by location and jurisdiction. The use of fireworks, exploding targets or metallic targets, steel component ammunition (core or jacket), tracer or incendiary devices, and sky lanterns remain prohibited. Many local restrictions address questions of when visitors can use power tools, what kinds of stoves or campfires are allowed, and what type of safety equipment to have on hand.

“Preventing human caused fires is one of the best ways we can all work together to keep our firefighters and our communities safe,” added Josh O’Connor, Northwest Geographic Area Fire Chief for the U.S. Wildland Fire Service.

Looking for more ways to prepare for fire season?

Create defensible space around homes

Divide the area around your home into strategic, tiered zones. Start with a zero-fuel buffer immediately around your house and gradually reduce vegetation outwards. This dramatically reduces wildfire intensity, stops rapid flame spread, and protects your property from wind-blown embers. Learn more on the Firewise website.

Assemble a Go-Bag and evacuation plan

Gather essential documents, medications, food, and water for each family member in a portable bag. Pre-determine multiple evacuation routes out of your neighborhood and establish a family communication plan in case local cell towers lose power.

For more information on seasonal fire restrictions and fire closures, please see www.blm.gov/orwafire.

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The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.
 

The U.S. Wildland Fire Service conducts operations in close coordination with the Bureau of Land Management. As a unified federal entity under the Department of the Interior, the USWFS integrates expertise to streamline wildfire prevention, response and recovery under our shared mission to foster fire-resilient landscapes and safeguard communities across America’s public lands.