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What’s at the core of WSU’s new apple variety name delay?
The fruit, a cross between Honeycrisp and Pink Lady, will be produced exclusively by Washington growers and hit grocery stores in 2029.
Mai Hoang
Mai Hoang is the Central/Eastern Washington reporter for Cascade PBS, where she seeks to provide a broader perspective on what is happening east of the Cascades and the region's relationship
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A 2014 Yakima case sparked a push in WA for voting rights reform
Though the historic ruling on City Council elections empowered Latino voters and paved the way for future reforms, barriers persist.
Politics
Under God: How Christianity permeates Yakima city politics
A new conservative majority’s decision to reject a Pride Month proclamation is one example of the increasing influence of evangelical ideals in Central WA.
Politics
New Central WA districts spark drama as the 2024 election revs up
The Latino-majority 14th Legislative District has created new opportunities for some candidates and attracted criticism from others.
Politics
Few surprises in Washington state congressional primaries
U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse is a few points behind his Republican challenger, Jerrod Sessler, 24.97% to 29.77%.