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Amazon to Cut 16,000 Jobs Nationwide Amid Continued Growth

Amazon plans to cut 16,000 jobs nationwide amid ongoing revenue growth, potentially affecting regional logistics networks in southwest Washington.

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Jan 29, 2026

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Lower Columbia College Board Fires President Matt Seimears After Two Years

Lower Columbia College’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously Monday night to fire President Matt Seimears, ending his two-year tenure and appointing VP Kristen Finnell as interim president.

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Jan 27, 2026

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