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Whatcom County city debates removing fluoride from its water
The issue surfaced after some Lynden residents and officials questioned the safety of the mineral additive, which is used to help prevent tooth decay.
The issue surfaced after some Lynden residents and officials questioned the safety of the mineral additive, which is used to help prevent tooth decay.
To remember the 1974 event that drew more than five million people, the city will host celebrations focusing on the environment and Indigenous culture.
The vote finalized more than a year of bargaining for new union contracts, including back pay, annual wage increases and other benefits.
As federal relief money dries up, cities and counties can’t keep up with inflation. Officials suggest removing limits on one crucial revenue source.
Chan, a former KCTS board member and producer on the show “Hoarders,” was a champion for the Chinatown-International District and politicians of color.