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UPDATE on the I-90 Bullfrog Road overpass damage.
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Here’s a closer look at the damage to the Bullfrog Road overpass over I-90 near Cle Elum after it was struck by an over-height load on Oct. 21. We’ve hired an emergency contractor to remove the damaged westbound overpass so westbound I-90 can safely reopen. Demolition is scheduled to begin Thursday, Oct. 23. Weather permitting, demolition work will wrap up and westbound lanes will reopen to traffic early next week. Here’s what travelers need to know: - During demolition, westbound traffic will continue to detour using the off- and on-ramps at Exit 80. Eastbound I-90 will remain open, though one eastbound lane wilo close during the demolition starting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23 until 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25. -To keep I-90 traffic moving, travelers on Bullfrog Road cannot access the westbound on-ramp to I-90. -I-90 travelers going to Suncadia/Roslyn area need to use exit 85 to State Route 903. -Travelers on westbound I-90 needing access to south Bullfrog Road and Leisure Lane will detour to exit 78 and go east on I-90 to exit 80. Video description: Drone footage shows extensive damage to an overpass over a highway. Exposed steel and crumbled concrete are visible. The text on the video summarizes that the damaged bridge will be demolished starting Oct. 23. Our plan is to reopen westbound I-90 early next week.i
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Northern Kittitas County Tribune Newspaper2 weeks ago
Sad news, Kittitas County's Coroner Nick Henderson has passed away. Flags will be lowered to half staff at County facilities to honor his service to the County.
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It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Kittitas County Coroner Nick Henderson.

Nick was not only a respected public servant, but also a valued friend of our funeral home and many in our community. It is our honor at Johnston & Williams Funeral Home to be entrusted with taking the lead on his care and funeral arrangements.

Although Johnston & Williams and Brookside Funeral Home may often be considered competitors, we are first and foremost colleagues in funeral service, united in our shared calling to care for others. Nick himself was a licensed funeral director earlier in his career, and he understood deeply the importance of this work and the compassion behind it. In that spirit, our two firms will be working side by side to ensure his life, service, and legacy are honored with the respect and dignity he deserves.

At this time, we ask that everyone please give Nick’s family space and privacy as they navigate these difficult first days. Service details, along with a link to Nick’s online guestbook, will be shared in the coming days once all arrangements have been finalized.
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Northern Kittitas County Tribune Newspaper2 weeks ago
TRAVEL ALERT (10/22/25):
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WB I-90 CLOSED near Cle Elum: On Tuesday night, an oversized load traveling on WB I-90 hit the Bullfrog Overpass at Exit 80 near Cle Elum (MP 80.5). Washington State Patrol was able to stop the driver, and Commercial Vehicle Troopers are investigating the crash.

WB I-90 remains closed at this location. Traffic is being detoured at Exit 80 to the off-ramp and then directed back onto I-90 via the on-ramp.

We have coordinated with Kittitas County Public Works to establish a detour for Bullfrog Road to access I-90 from Cle Elum for local travelers.

Our crews are still assessing the damage and planning the next steps. We'll post updates as they come in.
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Northern Kittitas County Tribune Newspaper2 weeks ago
TAKE NOTE (10/21/25):
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The Nature Conservancy in Washington and Upper Kittitas County Fuels Crew will be conducting pile burning on the Cle Elum Ridge, with operations starting in the morning of Tuesday, October 21st, conditions permitting.

The team will continue to pile burn this week until the weather window closes. There are currently no planned closures of trails or roads. This is part of a broader effort to reduce the risk of wildfire to nearby communities by reducing the amount of fuel on the landscape.

📷 : Tonya Morrey/TNC
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Northern Kittitas County Tribune Newspaper3 weeks ago
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT:

NOTICE IS HEREBY PROVIDED THAT THE CITY OF CLE ELUM DID ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1706

1706- An Ordinance of the City of Cle Elum, Washington, authorizing the city to implement water saving measures during times of water shortages; amending CEMC 13.12.150; providing for severability; and establishing an effective date.

This Ordinances may be examined in its entirety at the Cle Elum City Hall, 119 West First Street, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday thru Thursday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Friday: or a full text can be mailed upon request.

For additional information or questions, please contact the Cle Elum City Hall at 509-674-2262.

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Learn more about the water restrictions imposed on the Yakima River in the Oct. 9, 2025 issue of the Northern Kittitas County Tribune. Subscribers can find it in your mailbox, look for it on news stands or at the Tribune Office, or purchase a digital copy online here:

https://nkctribune.com/sales/october-09-2025-issue-digital-single-copy-purchase/

HEADLINES:

FRONT PAGE NEWS:
Conserve Water! Local municipalities call for emergency water conservation
Blewett Pass reopens, but expect delays and longer travel times
Hunt down the 36th Annual Grange Hunters Breakfast this Saturday
A big win for South Cle Elum Town Council to receive $5.5 million from State Public Works Trust Fund – (Carl Nelson Photo)

STATE & REGIONAL NEWS:
Injured sweet kitty “Pining’ for an immediate foster home – (photo courtesy of ARRF Animal Rescue)
Upcoming ARRF events
Teanaway River Restoration Grants Approved
Be aware of changing air quality conditions
Washington State Lands Commissioner visits Cle Elum with clear message to Legislature: ‘pay now or pay later’ – (Carl Nelson Photo), ( photo courtesy of inciweb)

VOICES (editorial):
Frankly Speaking: Winter Squash: a thick-skinned challenge
LETTER: Arizona uses DC-10’s to fight fires, why can’t we – Mike Davitt, Cle Elum
Reminiscences: I’m nearly 100 years old and missing the good old days....Observations on the animal world..by Dan Sater
Model Public Records Act Rules proposed to improve government transparency
LETTER: Rebuttal to M.J. Rucker – Kathy Wyborski, Cle Elum
LETTER: Directions: – Wes Jones, Cle Elum
Local Newspapers Keep Communities Strong by Dean Ridings America’s Newspapers
The Original AI: Newspapers run Accurate Information

COMMUNITY:
CALENDAR: What’s Happening, Senior Living, etc.
Tribune Rewind… historic headlines and photos compiled by Kayla Snider
Roslyn Theatre owners expand with new home for arcade and skate shop – (photo courtesy of Roslyn Level Up and Pink Palace Skate & Board Shop)
A community Celebration: New Athletic Facilities Open & Home Game Win!
Open Enrollment Medicare presentation on Thursday, Oct. 9
DSHS mobile office coming
Medication Take Back & Paper Shred Day on Oct. 18
PNW Wild Salmon Recovery Where are we? – (Photo courtesy Kittitas County Audubon)
Apply now for food basket program in Upper County
Better Together; Celebration of community spans the generations at annual Thorp event – (Carl Nelson Photos)
Hope Springs Eternal by Jen Smith – (Jen Smith Photos)
Get ready for fall fire season
Long time resident loses home to fire – (Carl Nelson Photo)

OBITUARIES:
Mitchell A “Mitch” Barker, 1978-2025
Nancy A. Cope, 1972-2025
Rev. Michael Charles Schill, 1948-2025
Vernon J. “Vern” Steiner, 1952-2025

SCHOOL & SPORTS
Warriors wipe out the competition (again) – (Dani Santa Photography)
Athlete Spotlight on Elon Opp Cle Elum-Roslyn High School
Homecoming game sparks rivalry between mayors
Volleyball busy-bees know no fear – (photo courtesy of Extreme Sports Photos)
Student Spotlight on Megan Garcia Cle Elum-Roslyn High School
Senior Mixed Bowling League October 1, 2025 results
Sun Country golfers support cancer awareness – (photo courtesy of Sun Country Ladies Golf)
Stoneburg-Schafer wins 1st Place at Apple Ridge
Home game advantage – (Jen Smith Photo)
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