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Local/Regional News Washington Approves New Name for Pugest Sound, Strait of Juan de Fuca A state board in Washington has approved a measure to give Puget Sound, Georgia Strait and the Strait of Juan de Fuca a new name. They’ve officially designated them the “Salish Sea.”  Listen 51 Percent Voter Turnout Predicted in WA State Washington’s top elections official is predicting voter turnout today will be “about average” for an off-year election. Secretary of State Sam Reed says the popularity of vote-by-mail should keep turnout on pace.  Listen Solar Plant Opens in Salem, OR Oregon Governor Ted Kulongoski joined officials from electronics giant Sanyo in Salem today to help open a solar cell plant.  Listen more Local News National/International News Highlights    Morning Edition All Things Considered

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