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"He's literally begging to be taken into custody"
From neglected safety warnings to questionable grant policies and disappearing transparency, this week’s stories show a county that talks about compassion, equity, and public service—but too often forgets to practice them. Here’s what your leaders aren’t prioritizing, and what citizens are noticing.
When Compassion Turns to Chaos
For five years, Michael Heller’s escalating behavior—from setting fires to running in traffic—was an open secret in Port Angeles. Residents warned online that it was only a matter of time before someone got hurt.
Those fears came true last week when police arrested…
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