NEWPORT – Are you wondering how to buffer your property against this year’s approaching wildfire season? Get your questions answered Thursday, May 9, at 6:30 p.m. The class will take place at the Create Arts Center, located at 900 4th Street in Newport. The class fee is $5, and can be paid by check, money order, cash or through PayPal. To register for this class, contact Beverly Sarles, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at 509-447-2401 or email anytime at [email protected].