Shelton-Mason County Journal - Dedicated to the citizens of Mason County, Washington since 1886

A city beautification project that began before the pandemic is picking up its pace this year as several local artists and art groups contribute submissions and finances to the cause.

The City of Shelton began decorating power boxes in town in 2019 with artwork chosen by the Shelton Arts Commission, out of a selection of submissions solicited from Mason County artists.

Jordanne Krumpols, Parks and Recreation supervisor for Shelton, reported that six power boxes have been adorned, while another four have recently been selected and are due to be applied by the end of this year.

"We should be...