July 14, 2024, 6:02am Election
As Hilary Franz campaigns for a seat in Congress, she points to her nearly eight years as state public lands commissioner, boasting of “epic” progress on improving forest health and… Read story
February 2, 2024, 10:51am Clark County News
Dark billowing smoke, clusters of forest engulfed in flames and charred earth. Read story
January 29, 2024, 6:00am Latest News
For many Washington families, child care is not only expensive, it’s hard to find. Read story
January 25, 2024, 6:08am Clark County News
Wildfires are growing in frequency and intensity across Washington, leaving residents in communities unaccustomed to them wondering how to live with fire. Read story
December 1, 2023, 7:37am Election Free
Hilary Franz issued an urgent proclamation in spring when she launched her bid for Washington governor. Read story
November 27, 2023, 6:00am Latest News Free
Washington drivers could one day be carrying Smokey Bear’s image and message on their license plates to help reduce the number of wildfires started by people. Read story
November 10, 2023, 1:13pm Election Free
Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz on Friday ended her bid for governor and launched a new campaign for Congress. Read story
October 26, 2023, 7:31am Latest News
This year’s fire season was a challenging one but could have been much worse, Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz said at a news conference Wednesday. Read story
July 3, 2023, 7:33am Latest News
While Washington is well prepared in terms of wildland firefighters and equipment, state Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz said residents need to step up as well. Read story
June 21, 2023, 7:44am Latest News
Despite an anticipated hotter and drier year, state and local entities expect to be able to tackle the wildfire season with more resources than ever. Read story
