Union woman dies on state Route 106
A 64-year-old Union woman died Wednesday when she lost control of her vehicle on state Route 106, the State Patrol reported.
Nancy L. Engstrom was driving east on the highway at 12:49 p.m. when her 1997 Ford sedan slid across the westbound lane in the 13800 block and struck a power pole and large boulder on the shoulder, the State Patrol reported.
THURSTON COUNTY
Snowfall won't stop bus lines from running
Intercity Transit will keep its buses running despite any snow that falls this weekend, and the agency encourages drivers to stay safe by taking the bus.
All 25 bus lines should be running, but some might be modified depending on how much snow or ice there is. Detour routes are published in IT's Transit Guide. Snow detour information also is available on the Web at www.intercitytransit.com.
Tips for riding in the snow:
- Wait at a bus stop where the road is flat or at the top or bottom of a hill. It might be difficult for buses to stop or start on hills.
- If you live in a lightly traveled area, walk to the nearest main street or call Intercity Transit for instructions.
- Bundle up and be patient. The bus might be running behind schedule.
For more information, call Intercity Transit's customer service department at 360-786-1881.
OLYMPIA
Agency releases project summary for 2004
The Washington state Department of Transportation released its year-end summary of highway construction projects this week, focusing on 25 projects built during the summer.
The highest-rated project in Western Washington was the Lynnwood Park & Ride access improvement project on Interstate 5. It opened nearly a year early and within its $13 million budget.
Lowest-rated: The Ash Way Park & Ride access project in Snohomish County, which required major design changes and is taking an extra year. It's also $2 million over budget.
The report can be found on the department's Web site, www.wsdot.wa.gov.
LACEY
Free wellness lecture offered on fibromyalgia
A free wellness lecture on living with fibromyalgia is set for 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at the Norman Worthington Conference Center at Saint Martin's College, 5300 Pacific Ave.
The lecture is sponsored by Providence St. Peter Hospital and features David Fairbrook, a medical doctor, and Chuck Bates, who holds a doctorate.
They'll discuss the symptoms of fibromyalgia, pain-relief measures and promising treatments. Fibromyalgia is a chronic disorder that causes widespread pain and tenderness in the muscles and soft tissue. It also creates sleep problems and fatigue.
To register, call ProvidencePLUS at 360-493-7768.