This one-day scenario-based discussion exercised the response to a hypothetical hazardous waste spill occurring on the Colville Indian Reservation. The exercise was designed and led by the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation Emergency Management Office with support from the Washington Military Department. read more

The military personnel brought soccer balls, volleyballs, toys, and educational materials to distribute to the children at the school. Exercise Director, Royal Thai Air Force Group Captain Nat Kamintra, kicked off the ceremony with a welcome speech accompanied by words from U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Gent Welsh, Washington Air National Guard Commander. read more

As the Washington Youth Challenge Academy starts a new class, they have yet again received a record number of applicants for the residential program at the campus in Bremerton, Wash. read more

The Cascade Mountain range stretches nearly 1,200 miles from British Columbia to Northern California and is home to more than a dozen active volcanoes. That is enough to keep Brian Terbush busy. read more