Morning News — Friday, April 17, 2026

Your Mason County news briefing for Friday, April 17, 2026.In today's headlines:- Timberland Regional Library and union leaders reach a revised agreement that rescinds 36 of 44 planned involuntary layoffs, leaving 25 staff affected system-wide.- Central Mason Fire and EMS will conduct a live fire training burn at 130 East Lighthouse Road in Shelton on April 29 and 30, with heaviest smoke and fire activity expected between 12:30 and 5 PM on the 30th.- Mason County service providers tell the Commission that while homelessness numbers are still rising, the rate of growth is slowing — a sign local investments in services are beginning to make a difference.- Partly cloudy and comfortable today with a high near 59, climbing into the low 70s for a gorgeous Saturday and Sunday.In sports: Mariners swept by the Padres in San Diego, falling 5–2 and dropping to 8–12. Kraken shut out 2–0 by Colorado to close the regular season at 34-37-11. Shelton softball handed Aberdeen its first loss of the season 2–1 behind a Haley Schaffenauer two-run homer and a complete game from Joni Gouley. North Mason track and field swept hurdles with Kato Watson and took the girls 100 with Briley Beal at the Olympic League meet in Port Angeles.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.Looking for longer conversations? Check out The KMAS Podcast for in-depth local interviews and community stories.Listen live weekday mornings 6–10 AM on KMAS AM 1030 and FM 103.3 — the Voice of Mason County since 1962. Stream anytime at kmas.com.