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      <title>What Tri-Cities Drivers Need to Know About the New Blue Envelope Program</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:47:12 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[With the introduction of the Blue Envelope law, Washington is taking steps to ensure every driver is heard and understood. <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/new-blue-envelope-law-washington-state/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[With the introduction of the Blue Envelope law, Washington is taking steps to ensure every driver is heard and understood. <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/new-blue-envelope-law-washington-state/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Would You Explore These Creepy Ghost Towns Near Pasco After Dark?</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 16:25:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Road trippers, get ready! Eastern Washington has some eerie ghost towns that hold stories just begging to be told and explored. <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/check-out-these-10-creepy-ghost-towns-near-pasco-washington/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Road trippers, get ready! Eastern Washington has some eerie ghost towns that hold stories just begging to be told and explored. <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/check-out-these-10-creepy-ghost-towns-near-pasco-washington/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>What Washington Drivers Need To Know About Blue Stop Signs</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 18:25:32 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[While not officially recognized, blue stop signs appear on private roads in Washington State. <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/what-to-do-if-you-see-a-blue-stop-sign-in-washington-state/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[While not officially recognized, blue stop signs appear on private roads in Washington State. <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/what-to-do-if-you-see-a-blue-stop-sign-in-washington-state/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Tri-Cities Cleanup Alert: 6 Items You’re Not Allowed to Dump in WA</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 15:22:44 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[As you plan your Tri-Cities spring cleaning, remember: not everything can go to the landfill. Some items need special care. <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/banned-landfill-items-washington-state/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[As you plan your Tri-Cities spring cleaning, remember: not everything can go to the landfill. Some items need special care. <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/banned-landfill-items-washington-state/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">Photo by &lt;a href="https://unsplash.com/@filmbetrachterin?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText"&gt;Jas Min&lt;/a&gt; on &lt;a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/assorted-color-disposable-cup-lot-5Wfttm2CjeI?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText"&gt;Unsplash&lt;/a&gt;       </media:description>
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      <title>Grab a Tube! 7 Amazing Rivers to Float in Washington State</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 15:11:46 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[From the familiar Snake River to hidden gems, Washington's waterways are ready for your summer adventure.  <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/7-fun-and-lazy-rivers-washington-state/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[From the familiar Snake River to hidden gems, Washington&apos;s waterways are ready for your summer adventure.  <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/7-fun-and-lazy-rivers-washington-state/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Is Washington State Safe From an Iran Attack?</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:57 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Is Washington State an Iran target? What are the odds that we are in danger? <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/is-washington-state-safe-iran-attack/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Is Washington State an Iran target? What are the odds that we are in danger? <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/is-washington-state-safe-iran-attack/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>The Most Popular Toy in Washington the Year You Were Born</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 03:00:39 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[From Big Wheels to Cabbage Patch dolls, the toys we grew up with tell stories of joy, mischief, and the simple pleasures of childhood in Washington State <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/nostalgic-toys-washington-state/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[From Big Wheels to Cabbage Patch dolls, the toys we grew up with tell stories of joy, mischief, and the simple pleasures of childhood in Washington State <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/nostalgic-toys-washington-state/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Here’s a List of Washington State Roads That are Closed Due to Flooding</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 19:15:46 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Here's a list of Washington State roads that are currently closed due to flooding <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/closed-roads-flooding-wa-state/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Here&apos;s a list of Washington State roads that are currently closed due to flooding <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/closed-roads-flooding-wa-state/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Grocery Bags Will Cost More in Washington Starting January 2026</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 22:45:37 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Reusable bags just got a little pricier in Washington, but there are some important exemptions to keep in mind for those who need it most. <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/washington-state-bag-fee-increase-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Reusable bags just got a little pricier in Washington, but there are some important exemptions to keep in mind for those who need it most. <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/washington-state-bag-fee-increase-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>When Does Daylight Saving Time End in WA State &amp; What You Need to Know</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:57:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The changing of the clocks is just around the corner in Washington State - Here is the official fallback day and time <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/washington-dst-changes-2025/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[The changing of the clocks is just around the corner in Washington State - Here is the official fallback day and time <a href="https://kpq.com/ixp/133/p/washington-dst-changes-2025/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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