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BREAKING NEWS: Jesse Jones goes to Olympia!!


We told you first when he left KIRO-TV, so now we can tell you first that Jesse Jones, cut by the station last October, is now working for newly-elected Governor Bob Ferguson!   

Governor Bob Ferguson has appointed former journalist Jesse Jones as the new director of Results Washington, the state agency tasked with improving government performance, according to an announcement made Wednesday.

Jones, known for his award-winning investigative reporting, will lead the agency in a renewed focus on enhancing customer service and responsiveness across state government.

Jones will direct Results Washington to use its resources and expertise to help agencies deliver the best possible services.

In his recent inaugural address, Ferguson emphasized the need to streamline state government and improve services for Washington residents and businesses.

Interesting that KIRO7 lauds him in the headline at the link even after cutting him.  Jesse lives in Snohomish, so that will be a helluva commute some days.  

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  1. AnonymousJanuary 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM

    Great news, I’ve always believed he really cares

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  2. Mike BarerJanuary 22, 2025 at 6:14 PM

    I'm sure the beancounters, who probably made the decision part with Jesse, have little to do with whoever produces the web content. That person may be said that he left.

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