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Wenatchee, Washington State | Details: Washington
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Wenatchee and her sister city East Wenatchee are two seperate towns separated by the mighty Columbia River but are interconnected in many ways. Wenatchee has about 30,000 residents while East Wenatchee is up to almost 11,500. Summer average high temperatures run about 80-88 with lows dipping into the 60s. Winter temps stay in the thirties then dipping into the 20s overnight. For a stellar attraction take a cruise on the Lady of the Lake to the deepest freshwater gorge in North America. Thrill to sigh...
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Olympia | Details: Washington
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Both Olympia and Lacey have experienced considerable growth. Olympia has over 43,000 residents while Lacey follows with 33,000. A third town closely associated with them, Tumwater, has 12,950 citizens. Some Olympia parks with visitor appeal are Heritage Park Fountain, Percival Landing Waterfront Park, Priest Point Park and Sylvester Park. Tumwater Falls and its historic park are not far away. Thank you Shirley Dever for the information! Verse of the day.
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Anacortes | Details: Washington
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Anacortes was a small town of 7,701 residents in 1970; it bustles with 15,700 people in 2006. Summer daytime temperatures average in the 70s, dip to the 40s and 50s in the winter. Annual rainfall averages 26″. Along with growth has come a good educational system with four elementary schools, a middle school and a high school. Enrollment runs around 3,100 students. Charter boats offer passengers an awesome day of whale watching. The J,K and L Orca whale (killer whale) pods contain around 90 whales....
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Blaine Washintgon | Details: Washington
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Blaine is renowned for its Peace Arch State Park at the Canadian border. This friendly seaside town features downtown shopping and an interesting waterfront right off the freeway. Blaine Harbor is proud of its modern marina and a historical boat named Plover, the oldest historic foot-ferry in the State of Washington. You can ride it weekends during the summer. A short drive South of Blaine is a beachcomber’s paradise known as Birch Bay with miles of beach, warm wading water and a great state park&#...
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Tacoma | Details: Washington
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Stadium High School just celebrated 100 years as a landmark. Further out from the Stadium District in North Tacoma, the Proctor District also enjoys 100 years of history. Over eighty retail businesses draw shoppers here. Not far away, the Sixth Avenue District is known for its annual “Arts on the ave” each July. Several night clubs along with inviting eateries bring in locals and tourists. Thank you Shirley Dever for the information! Verse of the day.
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Yakima | Details: Washington
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Yakima is known as the fruit bowl of the nation. A sagebrush prairie until irrigation turned things around, Yakima now produces large quantities of apples, berries, cherries, peaches, pears and plums. Also veggies like beans, peas, peppers and squash. For size, color, quality and quantity the Yakima Valley is considered unequaled in the world! On Third Street and Yakima Avenue, check out the Yakima Farmers Market which takes up a full block in town and is open Every Sunday during the year. In back of...
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Blog | Details: Washington
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Living in Washington State. Washington is a great state to live in! Verse of the day.
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Chelan | Details: Washington
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Chelan, and also Manson, two small cities in the Lake Chelan Valley of Eastern Washington where the Cascade Mountains meet the desert, are the favorite destinations for vacationers. What you see is what you get! Outstanding back-to-nature scenery, out-of-this-world accommodations and dining plus outrageous things to do. The Chelan Chamber of Commerce lists and enlarges upon 101 possibilities! Chelan and Manson offer great shopping. In this “Small Town Americana” mix with friendly people a...Lake Chelan V...
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Lynden Washington State | Details: Washington
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Lynden is a quiet farming community with strong Dutch roots. A 72 ft. windmill introduces visitors to this town that attracts people to it throughout the year. On Front Street, waitresses in authentic dress greet customers in coffee shop. During the Northwest Washington Fair each summer there is an increase in population. Windmill in downtown Lynden. Claire VG Thomas Theatre on Front Street, in the Dutch Village Mall, serves as the town’s professional community. It opened in 1987. In October see the Lynd...
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City of Edmonds | Details: Washington
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Edmonds, a charming city of small shops lining main streets instead of huge malls, is located approximately 17 miles North of Seattle and 17 miles South of Everett. Puget Sound is its front yard with a fabulous view of the Olympic Mountains. Turn around, face East, and take in a breathtaking view of the Cascades and Mount Rainier. Edmonds waterfront, near the ferry dock. Edmonds was well-known for its shingle mills until 1951 when the last mill closed. Today visitors like The Milltown Mall containing...