Newhouse may be best known for his efforts to protect the Lower Snake River dams, as well as efforts in the ag industry and combating growing drug issues.
Officials with the U.S. Forest Service are reminding campers and other visitors to be more responsible with both fire and garbage when recreating in the National Forest.
It appears there is a lot to celebrate if you're a senior citizen living in the second decade of the 21st Century in Washington State...that is, if you're looking to live a bit longer anyway.