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Articles from the February 9, 2021 edition


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  • WSU quarterback suspended after alleged DUI

    Bill Stevenson, Franklin Cn onnection|Updated Feb 9, 2021

    PULLMAN – Washington State University starting quarterback Jayden de Laura was arrested for allegedly driving while under the influence on Saturday, Feb. 6, and has been suspended from the team. The 19-year-old was allegedly spotted on College Hill running through a stop sign on Colorado Street and driving the wrong way on Thatuna Street, Police Operations Cmdr. Jake Opgenorth said. De Laura was stopped at 2:13 a.m. He failed a field sobriety test and refused to take a B...

  • Rep. Dye opposes House Bill 1084

    Roger Harnack, Franklin Connection|Updated Feb 9, 2021

    OLYMPIA – Rep. Mary Dye spoke out Tuesday against House Bill 1084, which would prohibit the use of natural gas in new homes and buildings. Dye, R-Pomeroy, represents Franklin County as part of the 9th Legislative District. Dye objected to the bill as it was brought up for a vote in the House Environment and Energy Committee. She was joined in her opposition by Republican Reps. Mark Klicker of Walla Walla, Peter Abbarno of Centralia, Matt Boehnke of Kennewick and Keith G...