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 What is Women’s Equality day?
Since 1971, Women's Equality Day has been celebrated annually on August 26 in the United States. The day honors the long struggle for women's rights and celebrates the progress that has been made toward equality.
 Wildfires can affect rural, suburban, and urban communities throughout Washington. Even areas far from the flames may experience smoke, poor air quality, road closures, power outages, or evacuation notices.
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 Financial Aid 101 on demand:
Water Safety and Drowning Prevention
Park alerts and burn restrictions
Black, Indigenous and People of Color Support Group
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This is the season when many scholarships open. Visit CHA’s Internships + Scholarships page to explore identity-based scholarship opportunities, including many available specifically to Washington State students.
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- Thursday August 20, 2026
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- NW Sports Hub 701 Allen Ave, Centralia, WA
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Company official pleads guilty to federal charges in separate worker exploitation case
A farm labor contracting company faces nearly $700,000 in fines for labor violations, including failing to provide farmworkers with basic, required information in writing about wages and working conditions.
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) cited Superbee Contracting LLC, of Moxee in Yakima County, on June 16 with breaking six different farmworker protection laws involving nearly 1,200 workers across 15 farms in Benton, Yakima, Walla Walla, and Franklin counties, as well as in Hermiston, Ore.
The L&I citation is on top of federal criminal charges in a separate farmworker exploitation case against Superbee’s controller and business agent, Giovanna Sierra Carrillo, also known as Giovanna Sierra. Those charges stem from her work as an official with another farm labor contracting company, Harvest Plus LLC, which has a history of compliance issues with L&I.
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On the third Thursday of the month, the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services (DES) facilitates an interactive conversation with state procurement professionals who can provide information and insight on how to do business with the state.
Join us for this virtual event where we will discuss a variety of topics, including:
- Introduction to state contracting
- How to find upcoming contracting opportunities
- Where to get technical assistance
- Where to find additional training
And, of course, provide time and opportunity for questions and answers.
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 Care-a-Van Mobile Health Services delivers no-cost preventive care services and health education to people across Washington state. We collaborate with Tribes, local health jurisdictions, social service providers,
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and community partners to increase access to those disproportionately impacted by health disparities and those in underserved communities.
Care-A-Van’s service menu continues to expand and brings all of the staff and equipment necessary to create an accessible pop-up event. All ages are welcome to this Washington State Department of Health (DOH) walk up service, and no insurance or identification is required.
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Regional blood suppliers urge donors to help save lives
Blood supplies across the Northwest are running low. The Washington State Department of Health encourages everyone who is eligible to donate blood to help ensure hospitals have the lifesaving resources patients need.
One pint of donated blood can save up to three lives by providing red blood cells, plasma, or platelets. It takes more than 1,000 donors a day to keep up with the demand for blood in the Northwest, said Curt Bailey, President and CEO of Bloodworks Northwest.
“This shortage is especially concerning because we’re in the middle of what’s known as the 100 Deadliest Days,” Bailey said. “That’s the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when teen car crashes spike and donations drop. Last month, we had to bring in a record amount of blood from other parts of the country to keep up with the demand for blood locally. It’s vital to donate blood to keep our community safe this summer.”
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You are invited to the 2026 Latina Health Symposium. This annual event provides a unique forum for participants to come together to learn, share stories, and center topics and resources that impact Hispanic/Latina Health. This symposium is for everyone working to advance Latine health and wellness, including public health professionals, community health workers, students, researchers, holistic/wellness health practitioners, social service professionals, and Hispanic/Latina/x/e community members and allies.
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The Washington State Office of Crime Victims Advocacy (OCVA) is conducting a statewide survey to better understand the support people need after experiencing hurt, harm, or crime. The survey is open to Washington residents 18 and older who have been affected directly or through someone they love, whether or not the experience was reported or they received support. The survey takes about 20 minutes, is completely anonymous, available in English and Spanish, and is not connected to law enforcement, immigration, or the courts. Responses will help inform future funding, services, and policies, with a focus on ensuring underserved communities have their needs represented. The survey is open through August 16, 2026.
Free Audiobooks from the Washington Talking Book & Braille Library
Do you have difficulty reading print on a page or screen? Would books or magazines in audio be helpful for you? The Washington Talking Book & Braille Library (WTBBL) offers a free library service for anyone in Washington State who has difficulty reading standard print. If you have a low vision, difficulty holding a book, or a reading disability that makes reading print difficult, you could be eligible!
WTBBL offers over 170,000 audiobooks and 75 magazines in an ever-growing collection of materials. Our collection has over 9,000 audiobooks in Spanish and audiobooks in many other languages. Books and magazines are available free by mail with a provided digital talking book player or by downloading with our free BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download) app on a smart phone or tablet. There are no waiting lists, no due dates, and all titles are available whenever you want them.
If you choose the mail service, WTBBL can tailor book selections to your interests, favorite authors or series. Readers’ advisors and librarians are available Monday-Friday from 8:30-5:00 to help with book requests and answer questions. The free digital talking book player is designed to be easy to use, with large buttons, spoken button descriptions, distinct colors and shapes, and a long-lasting battery.
If you prefer using the BARD app, WTBBL staff can help you learn how to use it and troubleshoot any issues. BARD’s interface is designed to be simple to use and only requires Wi-Fi or cellular to download a book, not to listen to it. To apply visit our website at wtbbl.org and select “apply” to access the application for service. A professional must certify your qualifying print disability. You can also call WTBBL at 206-615-0400, and staff can help complete and certify your application over the phone. We look forward to welcoming new patrons and helping more Washington residents enjoy books and magazines in accessible formats.
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