KMAS Morning News with Jeff Slakey

In today's headlines:A heat advisory is in effect through tomorrow morning, with temperatures expected to reach the 90s and possibly near 100 degrees today.The State Department of Health has closed all recreational shellfish harvesting on Hood Canal due to dangerous levels of paralytic shellfish poison.State Route 3 is closed near Gorst and Sunny Slope Road for fish passage construction through 7 a.m. on June 29th — signed detours are in place.Heat advisory continues through Tuesday morning — stay hydrated, check on neighbors, and keep an eye on pets.In local sports: The Mariners dropped a tough one Sunday, falling to the Washington Nationals 10–1. Seattle is off today.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Mason County is receiving a share of $37.3 million in state EV charging grants, with funds going to Mason County PUD 1, the Skokomish Tribe, and the Squaxin Island Tribe for a combined 43 new charging ports.Governor Ferguson announced a phone-free school day will be a top legislative priority, with a formal proposal expected by September 15th following statewide input sessions.Shelton City Council held a study session on moving $10 million of city funds into a state-managed investment account, with a formal proposal expected at a future meeting.State Route 3 near Gorst closes in both directions starting tomorrow, June 13th, for culvert replacement — WSDOT urging drivers to add extra time or consolidate trips.High near 77 today with a warmer weekend ahead — upper 80s Saturday and low 90s Sunday.In local sports: The Mariners dropped their road game in Baltimore 7–5 and now head to Washington D.C. to face the Nationals today. First pitch is at 3:45, with pregame coverage starting at 2:30 right here on KMAS with Bryce Miller on the mound. FC Olympia hosts Tacoma tonight at the RACK in Lacey, with South Mason Youth Soccer Night making it a great outing for local families.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Shelton School Board heard public testimony urging protection of music and performing arts programs amid budget discussions.Mason County Commissioners approved a letter of support for a historic preservation grant for the Mason County Courthouse and authorized exterior restoration research with Helix Design Group.Trails Road closes today from 7 AM to 4 PM for repair work — school buses will be allowed through, but plan alternate routes.State Route 3 near Gorst at Sunny Slope Road closes both directions this Saturday at 7 AM and remains closed through June 29 — WSDOT has signed detours in place.Sunny skies today with a high of 74.In local sports: The Mariners fell to the Orioles 7–2 Wednesday, dropping their record to 36–33. They're back in Baltimore tonight — first pitch at 4 PM, with KMAS pregame coverage starting at 3.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Mason Health earned two Excellence in Healthcare Awards from Professional Research Consultants, with the Mason General Hospital birth center ranking in the top 10% nationally and inpatient services in the top 25%.Mason County Commissioners approved a temporary wakeboard advisory committee to review a potential ordinance on wake-enhanced motorboat operations in Mason County waters.Commissioners tabled for two weeks a vote to terminate a $932,000 homeless services contract with the Youth Connection after the nonprofit's founder disputed the county's concerns, with both sides directed to resolve the matter before the June 23rd meeting.In local sports: The Mariners edged Baltimore six to five in ten innings yesterday, with Ferrer earning the win and Davila recording the save. Seattle is back in Baltimore this afternoon — pregame coverage starts at 2:30 here on KMAS AM 1030 and FM 103.3.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Mason County Commissioners received a legislative wrap-up showing the 2026 session cut child care, education transition programs, and GMA planning grants while passing an $80 billion budget amid a multi-billion dollar deficit — and approved no new public defense funding.A new state millionaire's tax on incomes over $1 million is already facing a referendum push, with organizers reporting 150,000 signatures gathered toward a July 2 deadline.The WSU Extension office reported a record plant sale at the commissioners' briefing — more than 6,000 plants sold — and noted the first-ever confirmed find of false broom in Olympic National Forest.Mostly cloudy today with a high near 67 and light winds; the week improves heading into a warm weekend.In local sports: The Mariners topped the Orioles 6–3 Monday night in Baltimore. Seattle and Baltimore play again this afternoon — catch the pregame here on KMAS at 2:30.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

Your Mason County news briefing for Monday, June 8, 2026.In today's headlines:Major road work begins this weekend near Gorst on State Route 3 for a fish passage culvert project, with detours expected to last about two weeks.Additional road work on State Route 106 in Mason County is also starting next week.Sunshine this morning gives way to afternoon clouds, with a high of 66 degrees today and low 90s possible by the weekend.In local sports: The Mariners dropped a tough one Sunday in Detroit, falling to the Tigers 5–4 on a walk-off in the ninth inning, with Andrés Muñoz taking the loss. Seattle faces Baltimore today with a 3:35 first pitch — pregame coverage starts at 2:30 on KMAS.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Shelton City Council met this week without its Mayor or Deputy Mayor present, requiring members to appoint an Acting Mayor before the meeting could begin.The council also heard a proposal to purchase asset management software for Public Works, and discussed expanding the city's Equipment Reserve Fund study to include the police fleet.Jeff Neely was sworn in earlier this week as the newest Port of Shelton Commissioner, filling a vacancy left when Dale Elmland resigned in April.Partly cloudy skies today with a high near 68.In local sports: The Mariners saw their eight-game winning streak end Wednesday night, falling 7-1 to the New York Mets at T-Mobile Park. J.P. Crawford hit a solo home run for Seattle's only run, but the Mets broke it open with four in the fourth inning off George Kirby. Beau Bichette went 4-for-5 with three RBI for New York, and Freddy Peralta pitched six strong innings to earn the win. No Mariners game today — they're back on KMAS tomorrow.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Jeff Neely was sworn in as Port of Shelton Commissioner Position One, filling the vacancy left when Dale Elmund resigned in April — he'll serve through 2027 and must run next year to keep the seat.Commissioners also approved a $260,000 change order to renovate a building at the Port's Peste Business Park for Olympic Mountain Ice Cream.Mason County Auditor's Office Chief Deputy Marie Stevenson is leaving after 20 years to join Lewis County, with Casey Flattiger — who has 15 years of experience in elections, records, licensing, and passport services — stepping up as her replacement.The county's general fund held just over $22 million in cash at the end of April, and paving work is set to begin June 8th.High today near 65.In local sports: The Mariners beat the Mets 8–3 Tuesday, with Patrick Wisdom hitting a two-run homer in the second, Johnny Pareda adding a three-run shot in the fifth, and Julio Rodriguez going deep in the sixth — extending Seattle's winning streak to eight games. Seattle wraps up the three-game series against New York this afternoon at T-Mobile Park, with first pitch at 12:40 — pregame coverage begins at 11:30 here on KMAS.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

Your Mason County news briefing for Wednesday, May 27, 2026.In today's headlines:Mason County Commissioners approved updates to the county's Group B water system regulations, aligning local code with state rules and adding regular water quality monitoring requirements.Commissioners also approved a rewrite of the county's outdoor burning ordinance, Chapter 9.48, giving the fire marshal new tools to revoke burn permits for violations.After more than two hours of testimony, commissioners tabled the proposed wake-enhanced motor boat ordinance and will reopen the hearing Tuesday, July 21.High near 76 today with conditions looking better heading into Forest Festival weekend.In local sports: The Mariners beat the Athletics 4-1 last night in West Sacramento. Emerson Hancock allowed just one hit over six innings, and Victor Robles led the offense with three hits. Seattle scored three in the second on a ground-rule double by Mitch Garver and sacrifice flies from Cole Young and J.P. Crawford, with Julio Rodríguez adding an RBI single in the fourth and Andrés Muñoz earning the save. The M's wrap up the series at Sutter Health Park this afternoon — Logan Gilbert facing Luis Severino, first pitch 12:05, pre-game coverage at 11 on KMAS.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:A 3-year-old child is safe after a multi-agency search in Shelton this week, with the biological father in custody following an assault and brief pursuit.Police, FBI, canine teams, drones, and King County's Guardian One helicopter all joined the search before a homeowner on southeast Binswiger Loop Road located and secured the child Wednesday afternoon.The child was evaluated by medics and found to be in good condition.Mostly sunny today with a high near 77, cooler over the holiday weekend with rain moving in Monday and Tuesday.In local sports: The Mariners open a series in Kansas City against the Royals tonight, first pitch at 4:40 with the pregame show at 3:30 on KMAS. The Shelton Highclimbers fast pitch softball team saw their season end yesterday, falling to Kennewick 7-1 in the opening round of the Class 3A state softball tournament.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Timberland Regional Library named Andrea Heisel as Interim Executive Director, effective May 21st, with a full search for a permanent director beginning immediately.The Shelton City Council passed a Pride Proclamation declaring June as Pride Month in Shelton by a 5-2 vote following more than two hours of public comment from over 50 residents.Mason County PUD No. 1 was awarded $3 million from the Washington State Department of Commerce's Grid Resilience Program for the Georgetown Middle Mile substation project, part of a $60 million statewide clean energy investment.Sunny and near 80 degrees today.In local sports: The Mariners beat the White Sox 5-4 to take the series, with Randy Arozarena hitting a two-run homer in the seventh and Johnny Pareda adding his first career major league home run; Seattle is off today. At Class 2A State Golf, North Mason's Mary Morris finished 11th in the Girls State Championship with a two-round total of 179, and Owen Oblozalo placed 32nd in the Boys Tournament with a total of 161; Mary M. Knight's Chloe Fletcher finished 26th at the Class 1B-2B Girls State Golf Championship with a total of 203. At the Class 2A District 3 Track and Field Championships in Bremerton, North Mason's Bylee Beal won the Girls 100-meter hurdles and placed 4th in the 100 meters, qualifying for state in both events, and Samantha Neal punched her state ticket by winning the girls pole vault. This afternoon at 3, the Shelton Highclimbers open play in the Class 3A State Fast Pitch Softball Tournament at the Regional Athletic Complex in Lacey against Kennewick — live on KMAS.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Shelton City Council voted 5-2 last night to approve a proclamation declaring June as Pride Month, following two and a half hours of public comment from more than 55 community members.Our Community Credit Union awarded $50,000 in scholarships to 10 area high school seniors, with Shelton High recipients including Aubrey Coutts, William Webb, and Giselle Ruby Nunez Acosta.Mariners dropped game two of their series with the White Sox 2-1 last night at T-Mobile Park, despite a strong outing from Bryce Miller.High near 70 today with some clouds, and sunshine continuing into the weekend.In local sports: The Mariners fell to the White Sox 2-1 last night, with Bryce Miller holding Chicago to just one hit over five and two-thirds innings, and FC Olympia dropped a road match to Midlakes United 3-0 in USL League 2 play. At the state golf championships, North Mason's Owen Oblizalo shot an 80 in round one of the Class 2A Boys tournament at Valley Golf Club and sits tied for 27th, North Mason's Mary Morris is tied for 19th after a 93 at the Class 2A Girls championships at Riverside Golf Club in Chehalis, Mary M. Knight's Chloe Fletcher is tied for 14th after a 94 at the Class 1B/2B Girls championships at Liberty Lake Golf Course, and Shelton's Andrea Fogo shot a 117 at the Class 3A Girls championships at Deer Creek Golf Club but did not advance. Today: Mariners wrap up their three-game series with Chicago, with the pregame show at noon on KMAS.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:The Port of Shelton Commission has appointed Jeff Neely to fill the vacancy left by former Commissioner Dale Ellman, with Neely to be sworn in June 2nd and serve through 2027.WSDOT is urging drivers to plan ahead for heavier than usual traffic on I-5, I-90, and US-2 over Memorial Day weekend, with early mornings and late evenings the best bet to beat crowds.Law enforcement statewide is in the middle of the national Click It or Ticket campaign through May 31st, with Washington's primary seatbelt law allowing officers to pull drivers over for unbelted violations alone.Sunshine and a high near 69 today, with Thursday shaping up to be the warmest day heading into Memorial Day weekend.In local sports: The Mariners were swept by the Padres over the weekend and open a series tonight against the Chicago White Sox with a 5:30 pregame here on KMAS. The Shelton Highclimbers fastpitch team is state-bound for the first time since 1995 after beating Prairie 3-1 in the District 4 winner-to-state game Saturday — Emmy McFarland went 2-for-3 with a solo home run and two RBI, and pitcher Jonni Gouley retired 21 of 27 batters. North Mason softball's season ended in the District 3 consolation bracket, with the Bulldogs beating Bremerton 15-5 before falling to Kingston 10-6 to finish 13-11 on the year. Shelton fastpitch now waits to learn their opening-round opponent for state beginning Thursday at the Regional Athletic Complex in Lacey.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:The Port of Shelton Commission appointed Jeff Neely to fill the vacant seat left by Dale Elmlund, with Neely to be sworn in June 2nd.A divided Shelton City Council declined to advance a Pride Month proclamation during a tense study session, while a separate America 250 proclamation moves to the June 2nd agenda.Mason County PUD No. 1 celebrated the completion of its new Manzanita campus in Union, a project serving the area's power and water needs for decades to come.Rain today with up to a half-inch expected and a high near 52, but the weekend is looking good.In local sports: The Mariners rolled past Houston 8 to 3 on the road and return home tonight to open a weekend series against the San Diego Padres — first pitch at 6:40, with the KMAS pregame show starting at 5:30. At the 3A District 4 track and field championships in Vancouver, the Shelton Highclimbers boys finished fourth in team scoring and the Lady Highclimbers took sixth, with Tracyn Bartholomew winning the boys 800 meters in a personal best and Claire Warnock capturing the girls 300 meter hurdles title.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Mason Health honored nearly 20 nurses at a reception celebrating the 2026 DAISY Awards, with Amanda Diaz of the Birth Center and Patricia Agnese of Medical Surgical Pediatrics sharing this year's honor.Mason County Commissioners received a large stack of public correspondence on a potential wakeboard ordinance, and a proposed amendment requiring property survey documentation for administrative setback variances was tabled and rescheduled for June 9th.The Shelton School Board reported a district fund balance of $811,000 as of March, with expenditures running under budget for most of the year.Afternoon showers likely today with a high near 59, heavier rain Friday with a high of just 53, then the weekend clears with temperatures climbing into the 60s and 70s.In local sports: The Mariners fell to the Astros 3 to 4 in 10 innings last night at Daikin Park in Houston, with Zach Cole delivering a walk-off RBI single in the bottom of the 10th — the Mariners and Astros close out their series today with first pitch at 11:10 and pregame coverage starting at 10 a.m. on KMAS. The Shelton Highclimbers softball team defeated Mountain View 7 to 1 in the District 4 Class 3A tournament play-in round, with pitcher Jonni Gouley going the full seven innings, allowing just one earned run on three hits with 12 strikeouts; the Highclimbers baseball season came to an end in the District 4 Class 3A semifinals, falling to Mountain View 11 to 2; and both Shelton track and field teams opened the Greater Saint Helens League District Championships, with the boys and girls squads sitting sixth in team scoring after day one. Today, Shelton track and field competition continues at McKenzie Stadium.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

Your Mason County news briefing for Wednesday, May 13, 2026.In today's headlines:Mason Clinic welcomes Candice Osmundson as specialty care manager, bringing nearly two decades of health care experience including roles at MultiCare Cancer Institute and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.Mason County commissioners unanimously approved nine consent agenda items including a $62,980 increase to Crossroad Housing's housing and essential needs funding.Commissioners set two public hearings for June 9th covering Skokomish Valley amendment and map changes, and density changes in the Allen and Belfair urban growth areas.A little rain today with a high near 57, with Friday shaping up as the wettest day before the weekend clears out.In local sports: The Mariners pounded Houston 10-2 yesterday on 11 hits, including a grand slam from Dominic Canzone, improving to 21-22 on the season; Seattle is back at it today with pregame at 4 and first pitch at 5:10. With information from Mason Web TV, North Mason baseball saw their season end Monday with a 5-1 loss to Orting in the first round of the District 3 Class 2A tournament, finishing 9-12. Today: Shelton softball plays at 3:30 at Mountain View in Vancouver and Shelton baseball follows at 4:30 in District 4 games — Mason Web TV won't be streaming but the games are available on Game Changer; Shelton track and field competes today and tomorrow at the Greater St. Helens League 3A and 4A District Championships at McKenzie Stadium starting at noon.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Candidate filing has wrapped up in Mason County, with seven candidates running for Mason County Commissioner District 3 — the seat being vacated by Commissioner Sharon TraskConfirmed candidates include Eric Anisko, Daniel Cameron, Miguel Gutierrez, Rick Lee, Karen Sullivan, George Blush, and Lovejoy SchaeferRaces are also set for county auditor, clerk, treasurer, and assessor, plus the 35th Legislative District House race and state Senate seat, with ballots mailed to voters around July 17th ahead of the August 4th primaryBeautiful Tuesday ahead with a high around 78, a little rain tomorrow and off and on through the next couple of daysIn local sports: The Seattle Mariners beat the Houston Astros 3-1 last night in Houston, with George Kirby pitching five strong innings and striking out seven for the win, Andres Munoz earning his eighth save, and Julio Rodriguez connecting on a solo home run to spark the offense. The North Mason Bulldogs baseball team fell to Orting 5-1 in postseason play yesterday. Today: Mariners and Astros game two at Daikin Park in Houston, first pitch at 5:10, with pregame coverage right here on KMAS at 4 o'clock.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Candidate filing week wrapped up Friday with seven candidates running for Mason County Commissioner District 3, the seat being vacated by Commissioner Sharon Trask.Mason County races are now set for the August 4th primary ballot, with contested races for Auditor, Clerk, Treasurer, and PUD 3 Commissioner District 2.Shelton Police Chief Chris Kostad will retire May 31st after a 25-year career, with Captain Dan Patton taking over June 1st.Mostly sunny and around 75 today, warming to 81 tomorrow before rain returns Wednesday.In local sports: The Mariners dropped a tough one in Chicago Sunday, falling to the White Sox 2-1 as Logan Gilbert struck out nine over six strong innings before Eduard Bazardo surrendered the go-ahead runs in the eighth. Seattle opens a four-game series in Houston tonight against the Astros, first pitch at 5:10, with the pregame show on KMAS at 4. The Seattle Reign fell 1-0 to the Washington Spirit Sunday at Lumen Field, extending their losing streak to four, while the Seattle Storm picked up a road win over the Connecticut Sun, 89-82. In local action, both FC Olympia squads dropped their USL openers Sunday — the women fell 6-0 to Snohomish United and the men lost 3-0 to the Portland Bangers, with more matches coming up this week.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Shelton Police Chief Chris Kostad will retire May 31st after a 25-year career in law enforcement, including 20 years with the Shelton Police Department.Captain Dan Patton steps in as the next Chief of Police on June 1st, bringing 25 years of law enforcement experience and credentials from the FBI National Academy and the University of Virginia.Today is the final day to file for elective office, with Declarations of Candidacy due by 5 p.m. and a packed field already forming for Mason County Commissioner District 3, Mason County Auditor, and the 6th Congressional District.Clouds this morning give way to afternoon sunshine with a high near 62, and the weekend is shaping up beautifully with upper 60s to mid 70s.In local sports: The Mariners travel to Chicago today to open a series against the White Sox, first pitch at 4:40, with the KMAS pregame show starting at 3:30. Tonight the Seattle Storm open the 2026 WNBA regular season at home against the Golden State Valkyries, tip-off at 7 from Climate Pledge Arena.North Mason track and field opened the Olympic League Championships yesterday at Phil Pugh Stadium in Belfair, with Samantha Neal winning the girls' pole vault, Owen Dukeshire taking second in the boys' discus, and the girls' 4x100 relay finishing third. North Mason baseball closed the regular season Thursday with an 11-4 win over Chimacum, finishing 9-11 and earning the 12th seed in the District 3 Class 2A tournament. Shelton baseball wrapped up the regular season with an 11-4 loss to Tumwater, finishing 12-9 on the year.Today: Shelton baseball heads to the District 4 Class 3A tournament play-in game Saturday against Heritage, and FC Olympia opens its season this weekend with a doubleheader tomorrow at The RAC in Lacey.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Six candidates have filed for Mason County Commissioner District 3, the seat being left open by Sharon Trask, with filing continuing through Friday at 5 PM.Three people — Jeff Neely, Jim Murphy, and Ned Wilson — have submitted letters of interest for the vacant Port of Shelton Commissioner position, and the Port is still accepting applications.Shelton City Council moved several water and utility items forward this week, including preliminary design for the Mountain View Reservoir, a $449,000 Department of Ecology grant to replace up to 105 older transformers that may contain PCBs, and a resolution advancing the Upper Angleside Pressure Zone project that will support up to 900 additional housing units.Cloudy and breezy today with some afternoon sunshine and a high near 60.In local sports: The Mariners beat the Braves 3-1 at T-Mobile Park last night to take the series, with Bryan Woo striking out nine over six dominant innings and Julio Rodríguez and Cole Young leading the offense.Yesterday the North Mason Bulldogs baseball team shut out Olympic 5-0 behind a two-hitter from Danner Jones, who struck out seven over six innings, while Shelton High Climbers softball fell to Aberdeen 8-5.Today: North Mason girls tennis competes in the Olympic League Tournament at North Kitsap, the Olympic League track and field championships are at North Mason's Phil Pugh Stadium, and in baseball it's Klahowya at North Mason and Tumwater at Shelton — all on MasonWebTV, powered by HCC.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

The race for Mason County Commissioner District 3 now has six candidates after Shelton City Councilmember Eric Inesko filed with GOP as his preferred party, while incumbents Patty McLean (Assessor), Jamie Taylor (Coroner), and Michael Dorsey (Prosecutor) all filed yesterday to retain their seats.A structure fire at a home on the 1500 block of Fairmont Avenue in the Hillcrest neighborhood was knocked down in about 10 minutes by Central Mason Fire and EMS with mutual aid from South Mason, with one person transported to Mason General Hospital for possible smoke inhalation.Mason County's unemployment rate dropped to 5.8 percent in March, down four-tenths of a point from February's revised rate of 6.2 percent, according to the state Employment Security Department.Cloudy skies and a high of 61 today with no rain in sight, drying out and warming up heading into Mother's Day weekend.In local sports: The Mariners fell to the Braves 3-2 yesterday and are back at it today with pregame at noon and first pitch at 1:10 right here on KMAS. Yesterday the Shelton High Climbers baseball team shut out Black Hills 4-0, while Shelton boys soccer closed out the regular season with a 3-2 loss at Black Hills; North Mason softball fell to Port Angeles, North Mason baseball was shut out by Olympic, and North Mason boys soccer wrapped up their regular season with an 8-0 loss to Bainbridge. Today: baseball has Mary M. Knight at Lake Quinault and Olympic at North Mason, and fastpitch softball brings Aberdeen to Shelton at 4:30 on Mason Web TV powered by HCC.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Candidate filing week is underway in Mason County, with the County Commissioner District 3 race drawing five candidates as Sharon Trask steps aside.Incumbents and challengers have filed for races including Auditor, Clerk, Sheriff, Treasurer, PUD commissioners, and District Court Judge, with filing open until 5 p.m. Friday.In the 35th Legislative District, Drew McEwen and Carolina Mejia filed for State Senator, and incumbents Dan Griffey and Travis Couture face Democratic challengers Jim Pearson and Maria Littleson.Mason County PUD 3 Commissioner Julie Toussaint has been elected Secretary of the Washington Public Utilities District Association for 2026 through 2027.Sunshine and a high of 70 today, with continued great weather the rest of the week.In local sports: The Mariners rallied from four down to beat the Braves 5-4, with JP Crawford hitting a go-ahead two-run homer and Andrés Muñoz earning his seventh save; the M's host Atlanta again tonight in game two, first pitch at 6:40 with the pregame show on KMAS at 5:30.The Shelton Highclimbers baseball team shut out Black Hills 5-0, the Highclimbers softball squad also blanked Black Hills 4-0, and the North Mason Bulldogs edged Olympic 1-0.Today: Shelton girls compete in the District 4 Golf Championship at Mint Valley Golf Course in Kelso. In fastpitch, Port Angeles at North Mason. In baseball, North Mason at Olympic and Black Hills at Shelton — on Mason Web TV powered by HCC. And in boys soccer, Bainbridge at North Mason.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Candidate filing week opens today across Mason County, with residents able to file their Declaration of Candidacy with the Mason County Auditor through 5 PM Friday for races ranging from precinct committee officer up to the 6th Congressional District seat.Drivers should plan an alternate route today as Mason County Public Works fully closes Shelton Valley Road between Deegan Road West and Cloquallam — roughly mileposts 2.6 to 3.8 — through 4 PM for a culvert replacement project.Katie Arnold, Treasurer for Mason County PUD No. 1, received the William T. Elmgren Public Service Award at the 19th Annual Washington Public Utility District Association Conference in Poulsbo — one of the highest honors the statewide association gives.High of 75 and sunny today with no rain in the forecast all week.In local sports: The Mariners host the Atlanta Braves tonight with first pitch at 6:40 — pregame coverage on KMAS begins at 5:30.Saturday at the 66th Annual Shelton Invitational, more than two dozen schools filled High Climber Stadium, with Tumwater taking top honors on the boys side and Bishop Blanchet leading the girls. North Mason's Briley Beal won the girls 100-meter hurdles with a personal-best 15.55 and took third in the 100 meters, while the Bulldogs boys 4x200 relay team of McFarland, Murphy, Butler, and Dunham took first. Shelton's Claire Warnock placed second in both girls hurdle events. In softball, North Mason beat Orting 9-5 behind home runs from Taylor Madison and Sidney Immolay and 10 strikeouts from pitcher Addison Roy. North Mason baseball fell to Fife 7-2.Today: golf, tennis, softball, baseball, and soccer across the county. Black Hills visits Shelton for both softball and baseball at 4:30, with the softball game airing live on Mason Web TV.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:A Mason County man, Roswin N. Villegas Blanco, has been identified as the victim of a fatal crash on US Highway 101, with the Washington State Patrol investigation ongoing.Shelton City Council reviewed the city's updated six-year PROST plan this week, with more than 200 residents ranking walking and biking trails, nature trails, and water access as top priorities.Council also reviewed Phase 1 designs for the Crosstown Trail from Highway 101 to Neyland Park Bridge, with current cost estimates at roughly $2.2 million.Sunny skies today with a high near 72, and the next 10 days are looking outstanding.In local sports: The Mariners host the Kansas City Royals tonight at T-Mobile Park, with Bryan Woo on the mound against Cole Ragans — first pitch at 6:45, KMAS pregame at 5:30. North Mason baseball dropped a tough one to Bainbridge 14-4, and North Mason softball fell to Olympic 5-1.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:State Patrol is investigating a fatal head-on crash on US Highway 101 near the C Street overpass in Shelton, where a 32-year-old Tacoma man was pronounced dead at the scene Tuesday afternoon.The North Mason School District's replacement education programs and operations levy is passing in initial returns with 53.5% in favor, though more ballots remain to be counted.Mason County Commissioners heard extended public testimony Tuesday on fire district funding gaps and discussed a potential ballot measure, with no formal action taken.Partly cloudy and 77 today, dry through the week, with mid-80s expected by Sunday.In local sports: The Mariners closed their Minnesota road trip with a 5-3 win and are off today before opening a three-game homestand against Kansas City tomorrow on KMAS. Yesterday, Shelton baseball dropped a 10-0 decision to W.F. West, Shelton softball fell to W.F. West 4-3, and North Mason girls tennis lost to Bainbridge 7-1.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Mason County commissioners continued the South Mason Fire and Rescue hearing on withdrawing Squaxin Island Tribe territory from Fire District 4 to Tuesday, May 12 at 9:15 a.m., giving both sides two more weeks to negotiate.Commissioners set a May 26 public hearing on a proposed wake-enhanced motorboat ordinance after complaints about shoreline damage on local lakes.North Mason School Board reviewed a major technology overhaul Monday night including IP cameras, a voice-over IP phone system, and network upgrades to support roughly 3,200 connected devices.Partly cloudy today with a high near 70, warming through the week to sunny skies and 85 degrees by Sunday.In local sports: The Mariners beat the Twins 7-1 in Minneapolis, with Julio Rodriguez and Cal Raleigh each going 3-for-4, and there's an early Mariners game today with pregame at 9:30 on KMAS.Shelton boys soccer edged WF West 1-0 to improve to 3-8-1 overall, while North Mason boys soccer outlasted Kingston 5-4 behind a hat trick from Diego Ramos, with Kenan Bartofsky and Antonio Gaspar Gonzalez also scoring for the Bulldogs, now 4-8-1. In baseball, Shelton was held to one hit in an 11-1 loss at WF West — Silas Hoff had the lone hit and Carl Turnbow scored the run, leaving the High Climbers at 9-7. North Mason dropped a 6-1 home decision to Bainbridge, with Kingston Serbiakov driving in the Bulldogs' run and Reed Shoemaker going 2-for-3, dropping North Mason to 7-8.Today: Shelton girls golf hosts Black Hills at Alderbrook, track and field welcomes Black Hills and WF West to Shelton this afternoon, and WF West visits Shelton for baseball at 4:30, streaming live on Mason Web TV powered by HCC.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

Your Mason County news briefing for Tuesday, April 28, 2026.In today's headlines:Timberland Regional Library will revise hours at 17 of its 29 branches by May 19, with Hoodsport, North Mason, and Shelton among four branches seeing the biggest cuts of 10 to 16 fewer staffed hours per week.Shelton Parks and Recreation hosts a community open house on May 11 from 6 to 8 PM at the Shelton Civic Center to gather feedback on the city's Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Plan update.Mason County Forest Festival has launched a $20,000 pledge campaign to save this year's fireworks show after longtime sponsor Mankey Lumber stepped back, with details available on the Forest Festival Facebook page.Cloudy skies with a high of 59 today, warming through the week into the upper 70s by Thursday with a gorgeous sunny weekend ahead.In local sports: The Mariners fell 11-4 to the Twins last night and are back at it today with pregame at 3:30 and first pitch at 4:40 on KMAS.North Mason softball swept a doubleheader at Eatonville, taking the opener 11-2 and the nightcap 13-3, while North Mason baseball walked off with a 7-6 win over Kingston. Shelton High softball dropped a tight one to Black Hills 8-7.Today: Port of Shelton Commission holds a special meeting at 2 PM at the Port of Shelton Administrative Office, 21 West Sanderson Way, to nominate candidates and post notice of a current vacancy.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Port of Shelton Commission holds a special meeting tomorrow at 2 PM at 21 West Sanderson Way to nominate a candidate to fill the vacancy left by Dale Elmond's resignation last week.Central Mason Fire and EMS will conduct a live fire training burn at 130 East Lighthouse Road on Wednesday and Thursday from 8 to 5, with heaviest smoke and fire activity expected between noon and 5 on the 30th.Pedestrians and local traffic will have limited access in the Lighthouse Road area during the two-day training.Afternoon sunshine today with a high near 59, and the rest of the week looks gorgeous across the South Sound.In local sports:Mariners swept the Cardinals 3-2 in St. Louis yesterday, improving to 15-15. Tonight they're in Minnesota — 3:30 pregame, 4:40 first pitch.North Mason softball topped Bremerton 11-5 Friday. Sydney Imlay went 4-for-5 with a home run and 3 RBI; Addison Roy struck out 16. Bulldogs are 7-7. Shelton boys track came within a point of winning the Evergreen Conference meet, led by Madison Lohmeyer winning the 1500 and 3200. Shelton baseball fell to Aberdeen 14-5; Shelton softball shut out 10-0.Today: North Mason softball at Sequim doubleheader (3:30), Shelton at Black Hills for softball and tennis, Kingston at North Mason baseball.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

Your Mason County news briefing for Friday, April 24, 2026.In today's headlines:Port of Shelton Commissioner Dale Elmland has resigned from his Position 1 seat effective April 22, citing family needs and a permanent relocation out of state.The Port Commission accepted the resignation Tuesday and will hold a special meeting at 2 p.m. Tuesday to begin accepting letters of interest from Port District residents to fill the remainder of the term through December 31, 2027.Commissioners have 90 days to make the appointment, with Port Attorney Skip Houser walking the board through the process.Mostly sunny skies with a high around 65, and ten days of beautiful weather in the extended forecast.In local sports: The Mariners are back in action on the road in St. Louis taking on the Cardinals, with George Kirby getting the start — 4 o'clock pregame and 5:15 first pitch on KMAS. A tough Thursday for Mason County diamond teams: Shelton baseball fell 3-0 at Tumwater, where T-Birds pitcher Luke Overbay threw a complete game with 10 strikeouts and allowed just one hit — to Jacob Jacoby — dropping the High Climbers to 9-5; North Mason baseball lost 7-3 at Bremerton; and North Mason softball dropped a 2-1 decision at Port Angeles. On today's schedule, Aberdeen at Shelton baseball at 4:30 on Mason Web TV, boys soccer with Aberdeen at Shelton and Bremerton at North Mason both at 7, plus girls tennis, track and field, golf, and softball around the county.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

Your Mason County news briefing for Thursday, April 23, 2026.In today's headlines:Port of Shelton Commissioner Dale Elmlund has resigned from his Position 1 seat effective April 22nd, citing family needs and an out-of-state relocation.The Port Commission has 90 days to fill the vacancy and will hold a special meeting Tuesday, April 28th at 2 p.m. to begin accepting letters of interest from Port residents.The Shelton City Council swore in new Police Officer Ben Jeffy, proclaimed Earth Day, authorized construction management for the Upper Angleside Pressure Zone Improvement Project, and adopted the updated 2025 Comprehensive Plan.Partly cloudy today with highs around 63 and no rain in the forecast the rest of the week.In local sports: The Mariners topped the Oakland A's 5-4 at T-Mobile Park last night, with reliever Alex Munoz earning the win to improve to 3-2 on the year — Seattle sits at 11-15 and has the day off today. Shelton softball fell to Tumwater 4-0, with Tumwater's Sarah Stevens throwing seven shutout innings and striking out 12; the High Climbers drop to 8-5. Today's schedule: Shelton-Tumwater baseball (rescheduled from field conditions) at 4:30, North Mason track at Kingston at 3, Shelton girls tennis at Tumwater at 3:30, Kingston at North Mason tennis at 4, North Mason softball at Port Angeles, North Mason baseball at Bremerton, and Mary M. Knight hosting Wichita Valley in baseball.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

In today's headlines:Safe and Sober Graduation fundraiser for the Shelton High School Class of 2026 is this Saturday at the Mason Hotel in downtown Shelton, with activities starting at 2, silent auction at 4, and live auction at 6.Mason Health is spotlighting dozens of volunteers during National Volunteer Week, April 19th through the 25th, recognizing the people who help run Mason General Hospital and Mason Clinic every day.Mason County has joined a newly formed five-county economic development district, a regional partnership allowing member counties to pool resources and pursue larger federal grants.Showers this morning with a high near 58, clearing fast with mostly sunny skies and upper 60s through the weekend.In local sports: The Mariners fell to the A's 5-2 at T-Mobile Park, with Edward Bizzardo taking the loss, Jorge Lopez earning the win for Oakland, and Jimmy Perkins picking up the save — Seattle drops to 10-15 on the season and the two teams meet again today on KMAS. Shelton baseball fell to Tumwater 14-2 in six innings after Luke Ogverbay's grand slam in the sixth, dropping the Highclimbers to 9-4 overall and 4-4 in the Evergreen Conference. North Mason boys soccer picked up a road win over Sequim 3-1 to improve to 3-7-1, while Shelton boys soccer lost to Tumwater 1-0 and sits at 2-7-1. North Mason baseball fell to Bremerton 7-3, and Mary M. Knight lost to Oakville 25-5. At an eight-team track meet at Oakville, Mary M. Knight's Lexi Stamper was a top finisher in the girls' shot put, and Ryder Lake won the boys 800 meters with a season-best 2:29. Today's schedule has Shelton golf at Aberdeen in Cosmopolis at 1, North Mason tennis at Bremerton, Shelton baseball at Tumwater at 4:30, and Tumwater visiting Shelton for softball at 4:30 on Mason Web TV powered by HCC.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

Your Mason County news briefing for Tuesday, April 21, 2026.In today's headlines:Mason County's Economic Development Council landed a USDA Farmers Market Promotion Program grant worth nearly $375,000 over three years to support expanding farmers markets in Shelton and Belfair.The EDC also secured a University of Washington grant fellow for a two-year position helping ports in Mason and Pacific counties with infrastructure planning and long-term sustainability.Fire Marshal Randy Collins previewed updates to Mason County's burn ordinance — the first rewrite since 1995 — with a public hearing tentatively set for May 26th.Showers today with about a tenth of an inch of rain and a high of 57, then morning showers Wednesday before low 70s arrive Thursday through the weekend.In local sports: The Seattle Mariners dropped a tough one at T-Mobile Park last night, falling to the Athletics 6-4 as Carlos Ortiz, Nick Kurtz, and Shea Langleyers went deep for Oakland and Calvin Legomina took the loss; Seattle drops to 10-14 and hosts the A's again tonight. North Mason softball shut out Cascade Christian 5-0 behind Fiona Youngberg, who pitched all seven innings and struck out 15. North Mason baseball held on for an 11-10 win over Cascade Christian to move to 6-5. Shelton softball fell to W.F. West 4-1 and drops to 8-4 overall, 4-3 in the Evergreen Conference. On today's schedule, North Mason softball hosts Sequim and North Mason baseball hosts Bremerton.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

Your Mason County news briefing for Monday, April 20, 2026.In today's headlines:- A big weekend for Mason County — the Olympus Rally and Hama Hama Oyster Rama both drew crowds, and the Denim and   Diamonds event was a resounding success for the Karen Hilburn Cancer Fund.- Mariners picked up a solid home win Sunday, beating the Rangers 5-2 at T-Mobile Park. Tonight they host the   Athletics — first pitch at 6:40, pregame at 5:30 right here on KMAS.- Kraken finished the regular season out of playoff ncontention — the NHL postseason is underway but Seattle won't be in the mix this year.- Morning clouds clearing to afternoon sunshine with a high near 73-75. Showers possible Tuesday and Wednesday,   then sunshine returns Thursday and holds through the stretch.In local sports: Shelton's Madison Lohmeyer won the girls 3200 meters at the Chehalis Activator with a season best,and Claire Warnock took the 300 hurdles with a PR. Over in Poulsbo, North Mason's Palmer Neal won the boys pole vault and Samantha Neal finished second in the girls pole vault at the Lil Norway meet — a family affair. On tap today: Shelton and North Mason on the links, and the Highclimbers host WF West in fastpitch at 4:30 — watch it live on Mason Web TV.Got a news tip? Email [email protected] or call 360-426-1030.For long-form interviews with local leaders and community voices, subscribe to KMAS Radio at kmas.transistor.fm.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.

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.