WSDOT begins multiple road closures for construction and repairs starting Aug. 24, affecting I-5, US-12, SR-9, and other routes through Sept. 4. Single-lane traffic and alternating signals begin near Kalloch Road for 42 days to support fish passage work. Nightly lane closures on US-12 over I-5 begin Monday, with detours in place until Aug. 20.
The Port of Grays Harbor secured a $6.2 million Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant to modernize Westport Marina's aging docks, supporting the commercial fishing industry. This project, detailed in two articles, replaces Float 21 infrastructure.
Grays Harbor County approved new district boundaries based on 2020 census data, affecting representation and future elections. The change follows a county website redesign in 2017 that requires users to update bookmarks for services like parcel search and tax payments.
Aberdeen Police launched an online reporting system for non-emergency incidents, allowing residents to submit reports without calling dispatch. This replaces the need for in-person or phone submissions.
What to watch next: The fish passage construction on SR-9 and the completion of US-12 bridge repairs by Aug. 20 could impact daily commutes through mid-August. County officials will likely discuss redistricting implications at upcoming public meetings.