Erika Morris, an information specialist at the Darrington Ranger district and a member of the Darrington Historical Society, sorts through photographs being archived at the Darrington Ranger Station on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 in Darrington, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Panning for local history gold at Darrington Ranger Station

In assembly line fashion, historians meticulously sifted through photos, letters and records that could be headed for federal archives.

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