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1 week ago | 
hometowndebate.com | Karen Carter
A grassroots organization, "50501," is coordinating a nationwide day of action on April 19, and Raymond will be participating with a sign-waving rally.
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2 weeks ago | 
hometowndebate.com | Karen Carter
Plant lovers rejoice! Doug and Lisa Stephens have officially opened Rooted on the Willapa Nursery, a dream come true for green thumbs in the north Pacific County area. Located just off Highway 105 on the corner of Airport Road and Bale Road, this new nursery boasts a fantastic selection of locally grown herbs, vegetable plants, flowers, and even some indoor greenery. For a breathtaking shopping experience to fulfill your local growing needs stop by and visit.
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2 weeks ago | 
hometowndebate.com | Karen Carter
We're going to be playing 'tag, you're it' with some sturgeon! The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is launching a new project to track these ancient fish in Willapa Bay and Grays Harbor. Starting April 3, you might see a boat with a "WDFW sturgeon research banner" near the Johns River mouth, and maybe even the Chehalis River. They're using special nets to catch white sturgeon and give them a high-tech makeover.
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4 weeks ago | 
hometowndebate.com | Karen Carter
The voices of Pacific County rose in unison, painting a vivid picture of a community grappling with an overwhelming housing crisis during a vital roundtable with Governor Ferguson.
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1 month ago | 
hometowndebate.com | Karen Carter
Governor Ferguson visited Pacific County on Saturday, March 15, holding a meeting in Raymond and eating crab at the Pacific County Democrats Annual Crab Feed in South Bend. The Raymond meeting turned into a roundtable discussion with local community leaders, agency representatives, and business owners. The conversation covered a wide range of issues facing Pacific County, providing the Governor with direct feedback and specific requests.
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1 month ago | 
hometowndebate.com | Karen Carter
The South Bend City Council meeting on February 24, 2025, was significantly impacted by urgent reports of wildlife activity within city limits, prompting immediate action and community outreach. Police Chief Stigall delivered a concerning update regarding a potential cougar attack that had occurred just hours before the meeting. "Actually about three hours ago we were made aware of a possible cougar attack on some livestock in city limits," Chief Stigall reported.
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1 month ago | 
hometowndebate.com | Karen Carter
The Joint Pacific County Housing Authority (JPCHA) Board of Commissioners convened on January 28, 2025, for a vital meeting packed with updates on property performance, development progress, and the ever-present challenge of funding in a climate of federal uncertainty. Property Performance: A Mixed Bag of Success and ChallengesJPCHA's portfolio demonstrates both triumphs and areas requiring attention.
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2 months ago | 
hometowndebate.com | Karen Carter
A significant communication disruption has gripped Pacific County following the collapse of a commercial antenna tower on Holy Cross Hill, northwest of Raymond, on February 24, 2025. The incident, triggered by an intense windstorm, has severely impacted cellular service for Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile customers.
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2 months ago | 
hometowndebate.com | Karen Carter
A political action committee known as Recall Rangers of Pacific County is pursuing the recall of county commissioners, citing concerns over transparency, public input, and ethical governance. The group has formally begun gathering support through petitions, volunteers, and financial contributions, aiming to remove officials they claim have violated state law and public trust.
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2 months ago | 
hometowndebate.com | Karen Carter
SOUTH BEND – The small community of South Bend is reeling from the loss of Randy “Boomer” Cummings, a 52-year-old man who died in a workplace accident on January 15, 2025, in Terrace Heights, near Yakima. Cummings was working at N.C. Machinery when the tragic accident occurred.
