Silent Majority attorney defends La Center school district in gender policy case
Earlier this year, OSPI found the La Center School District to be in violation of Washington nondiscrimination laws and ordered the district to rescind its pronoun directive, which required proactive parental notification without student consent. The district is appealing the ruling. Read More at Clark County Today
WA GOP Chairman Jim Walsh
Rep. Jim Walsh, R-Aberdeen, shares an update from Olympia on the debate over tariffs, state tax policy, and Washington’s budget outlook. With quarterly revenue forecasts showing weaker returns, the state could be headed for a budget shortfall — raising the possibility of a special legislative session. Walsh explains what this means for taxpayers and the decisions lawmakers may soon face.
Radio: Rep. John Ley tells KXL’s Lars Larson disclosure of new I-5 bridge cost delayed
Rep Ley says the last estimate two years ago placed a price tag of between $5 billion up to $7.5 billion for bridge construction. He believes that the price tag may triple or go even higher, and no drawings for a new bridge have been finalized. Bottom line: No one on the committee knows the full price of the new I-5 bridge. Meanwhile, Washington has agreed to Oregon’s demand for tolls that could exceed $10 each way. Read More and Listen at https://johnley.houserepublicans.wa.gov/2025/09/18/radio-i-5-bridge-cost-delay/
Washington OSPI’s Report Card “Miracle”: A Closer Look at the Numbers
In 2024, OSPI’s own Report Card showed just 50.9% of students meeting grade-level standards in reading and 40.7% in math. A year later, Reykdal claimed 71% in reading and 63% in math. That’s a jump of more than 20 points in just twelve months. Sounds amazing, right? Almost too amazing.
Apply NOW to join a Vancouver City Board or Commission!
The City of Vancouver is now accepting applications for openings on 13 Boards and Commissions. Applications close on Saturday, Sept. 30.
“Boards and Commissions give our community a direct voice in shaping the policies that impact Vancouver’s livability, health, safety and future,” said Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle. “You don’t need a long resume or political experience, just a passion for this city and a desire to help shape its future.”
Board information, membership requirements and position opening details can be found in the Board Application Portal
Is Washington in a Recession? | Paul Guppy
This video is part of our series informing you of the latest in state policy. Paul updates viewers on the latest policy happenings in Olympia and beyond.
