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  • PDC records show business, ag support for Didier

    Roger Harnack, Franklin Connection|Updated Oct 4, 2022

    PASCO — Business and agricultural support is growing for the candidacy of incumbent Franklin County Commissioner Clint Didier in his re-election bid, according to Public Disclosure Commission records. Meanwhile, former commissioner and now challenger Rick R. Miller trails in his effort to add to his campaign finance war chest. For the election cycle, Public Disclosure records show Didier has received $19,920 in cash contributions and $943.25 in in-kind contributions in his bid to be re-elected to the District No. 3 c...

  • Voting accuracy test today

    Franklin Connection|Updated Oct 4, 2022

    PASCO — The Franklin County Auditor's Office will test election equipment at 2 p.m. today, Tuesday, Oct. 4. The test is required under Revised Code of Washington 29A.12.130, and Washington Administrative Codes 434-335-300 and 434-335-310. The logic and accuracy test will take place at the Franklin County Election Center, 116 N. Third Ave., for the purpose of validating the ballot tabulating equipment for the Nov. 8 general election. The logic and accuracy test is open to political parties, candidates, the press and the p...

  • Deputy retires after 29 years

    Franklin Connection|Updated Oct 4, 2022

    PASCO - After 29 years on the job, Franklin County Sheriff's Office deputy Shane Grieb is retiring. "We're grateful for your many years of service to our community," Sheriff Jim Raymond said in a social media post marking Grieb's retirement. "Your experience and Leadership will be missed." Grieb was presented a plaque for his service and congratulated by the Sheriff's Office during a recent ceremony....

  • Name your price

    Dale Anderson, Contributor|Updated Oct 4, 2022

    I think we are all looking at the rising cost of living and we’re wondering where it will end or if it will end. I think it is frustrating when those people in power have a tendency to say that it’s not so bad or it won’t last long. That really doesn’t make me feel confident especially when those that are influential have other priorities. Who pays the price? Those that are in need are usually the ones that pay the biggest price. Those that can afford it usually are a bit unc...