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Flea Style Hat Bar Lands in Laguna Beach
Flea Style Hat Bar Lands in Laguna Beach
NOAA Launches Ocean Acidification Missions
NOAA Launches Ocean Acidification Missions
Sarasota Restaurants Serve Up Summer Delights
Sarasota Restaurants Serve Up Summer Delights
Ocean’s ‘Dinosaur Herd’ Found Thriving!
Ocean’s ‘Dinosaur Herd’ Found Thriving!
B-52 Bomber Crashes, Killing 8 at Edwards AFB
B-52 Bomber Crashes, Killing 8 at Edwards AFB
YouTube Music Powers Up Live Industry
YouTube Music Powers Up Live Industry
Kraken Unleashed! Blockbusters Hit Screens June 12th
Kraken Unleashed! Blockbusters Hit Screens June 12th
Tragic Crash Claims Life on Mid North Coast
Tragic Crash Claims Life on Mid North Coast
Woman Dies at Santa Cruz Amid Fearsome Ocean Swell
Woman Dies at Santa Cruz Amid Fearsome Ocean Swell
Kraken Unleashed: June 12th Sees Blockbuster Releases
Kraken Unleashed: June 12th Sees Blockbuster Releases
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Hollis Greene has spent most of her career writing about the West Coast's relationship with its natural environment — the wildfires, the fisheries, the mountain towns, and the people who have built lives around all of it. Based in Seattle, she studied environmental journalism at the University of Washington and contributed to regional and national publications before joining West Coast Observer. Hollis is at her best when a story requires both patience and muddy boots, which in this line of work happens more often than you'd expect.
Cinematic wide-angle shot of a sophisticated water filtration system, symbolizing Spokane's plan to combat PFAS contamination and ensure safe drinking water for West Plains residents.
Top Coastal Reports

Spokane’s PFAS Plan: Clean Water for West Plains

Hollis Greene 3 months ago

Spokane and Spokane County have submitted a plan to address PFAS contamination in the West Plains, offering filtering pitchers, a fill station, and long-term filtration solutions...

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Westward

Sun Valley Crime Wave: Pursuit, Standoff, Fatal Crash Erupt

Hollis Greene 3 months ago

Recent events in Sun Valley, California, paint a picture far removed from the imagined blend of alpine charm and West Coast lifestyle. Instead, the headlines have...

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Sunset Screen

Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man Hits Netflix March 20

Hollis Greene 3 months ago

Shelby’s Return to the Big Screen The wait is over for “Peaky Blinders” fans as “Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man” is set to premiere on Netflix...

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Innovation & Economy

WA Income Tax Sparks Tech Exodus: Talent Flees High-Earning State

Hollis Greene 3 months ago

Seattle entrepreneur Jesse Proudman has voiced strong concerns, stating that a “close friend” and founder of the Foundations workspace, Aviel Ginsberg, has been “screaming” about individuals...

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Pacific Plate

Taste Washington 2026: Culinary Delights Unveiled!

Hollis Greene 3 months ago

Grand Tasting: The Heart of the Festival The centerpiece of Taste Washington 2026 is the Grand Tasting, set to take place at the Lumen Field Event...

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Top Coastal Reports

Hawaii Braces for Devastating Kona Storm

Hollis Greene 3 months ago

A formidable Kona low is currently battering the Hawaiian Islands, bringing with it a severe threat of flash flooding, high winds, and hazardous conditions. Governor Josh...

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Editorial

McQualter Sets Course: West Coast Eagles Eye ‘Destination Club’ Status, Rethink Long Contracts

Hollis Greene 3 months ago

Andrew McQualter wants a new era for the West Coast Eagles. He aims to make the club a true destination. This means attracting top talent. However,...

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Top Coastal Reports

First Dubai to West Coast Flight Lands at SFO Amid Iran War Turmoil

Hollis Greene 3 months ago

The first non-stop flight from Dubai landed at San Francisco International Airport on March 5, 2026. This arrival marked a significant moment. It occurred amidst the...

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The Current

California AG Probes Civil Rights Violations in Altadena Fire Response

Hollis Greene 4 months ago

California’s Attorney General has launched a civil rights investigation. This probe targets the emergency response to the devastating Eaton Fire. The focus is on west Altadena....

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Soundwaves

February 9, 2026: A Week of Diverse Music Releases and Trending News

Hollis Greene 4 months ago

The music world buzzed with activity this week. February 9, 2026, marked a significant date for new Music Releases. Artists across genres unveiled fresh tracks and...

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