Growth
Rural areas look to develop as tourist destinations, but sustainably
Rural areas have outdoor recreation and other attributes attractive to visitors, new program helps communities promote and develop them.
Mai Hoang
Mai Hoang is the Central/Eastern Washington reporter for Cascade PBS, where she seeks to provide a broader perspective on what is happening east of the Cascades.
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news
NW cherry crop this year may be the smallest in nearly a decade
The cherry-growing season was hit by a cold, wet spring, meaning that boxes will hit stores later — and likely be pricier — than in previous years.
news
Big-time Spokane events return after pandemic pause
Hoopfest and Bloomsday put Spokane on the map. After two years of cancellations and virtual events, the city is again the place to be for hoopsters and runners statewide.
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Corkscrews to cans: WA wineries adapt to sustainable packaging
More regional wineries are forgoing the tradition of heavy glass bottles to reduce waste and sidestep supply chain issues.
Environment
How your favorite IPA is contributing to climate change
A new report from a Yakima-based trade group is the first step toward a more environmentally sustainable hop industry.