By Don Nelson State Sen. Brad Hawkins (R-East Wenatchee) heard some common themes during his three-day “listening” tour of the 12th Legislative District, as he individually met with constituents in the four counties that make up the large district. Hawkins’ stops included Leavenworth, Wenatchee, Chelan, Cashmere, Coulee City, Soap Lake, Waterville, Bridgeport and then Twisp […]
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Hawkins to seek state Senate seat vacated by Parlette
State Rep. Brad Hawkins (R-East Wenatchee), whose 12th District constituency includes the Methow Valley, has announced that he will run for the state senate seat currently held by Sen. Linda Evans Parlette. Parlette announced last week that she will not seek re-election this year. “The combination of my educational background, work experience and public service […]
A legislator’s response to the Carlton Complex Fire
After the devastating Carlton Complex Fire that deeply affected the communities and economy of the Methow Valley, our Legislature is taking action to respond to our natural disaster, including providing funding and changing policies as needed.
Methow Olympians make valley residents proud
By Brad Hawkins
The Methow Valley abounds with recreational opportunities. Your trails cover many miles and are accompanied by the tranquility of aspen woods and …
How your state legislators voted
State lawmakers passed more than 200 bills last week. Following is a selection of bills that were acted upon, and how legislators for the 12th District (which includes the Methow Valley) voted on them. • Senate Bill 6523, expanding higher education opportunities for certain students. Passed the House by a vote of 75-22. This bill […]
Working the crowd
First-term State Rep. Brad Hawkins, R-East Wenatchee, appeared at the monthly meeting of the Twisp Chamber of Commerce last week to meet local constituents and answer questions from the crowd. Hawkins also got a tour of Twisp from Mayor Soo Ing-Moody. Photo by Don Nelson
