Opinion
Leading double lives | Ann Oxrieder
My former job took over my life, which is why I’m intrigued by people who lead double lives,…
Opinion
There are a lot more Elwhas out there
We all owe a big “thank you” to the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe. They never gave up on…
Opinion
Can home genetic testing kits really find my potential | Pat Cashman
I remember the day I brought home a particular fifth grade report card. Mine, unfortunately.
Opinion
Tackling tough problems through government reform
The King County Council has worked very hard over the last four years to keep the county’s financial…
Opinion
Keep Postal Service on track | Editorial
U.S. Postal Service workers nationwide are saying they don’t want a bailout – they just want to get…
Opinion
Let’s talk about education
About a year ago I saw Geoffrey Canada speak at the University of Washington. He is the founder…
Opinion
The perfect pairing | Ann Oxrieder
Anyone who walks for health needs a sidekick striding beside them, the kind of person who can keep…
Opinion
A ‘superhero’ leaves a legacy | Editorial
Erik Martin made news last year when the Bellevue boy saved the area from Dr. Dark and Blackout…
Opinion
Neighborhood parties – past and present | Patty Luzzi | The Big Table
It might have been a housewarming party. The backyard was unfinished, so mom put chairs around card tables…
News
Olympia still doesn’t get it | Tim Eyman
Four times the voters have approved initiatives requiring a two-thirds vote to raise taxes and a majority vote…
Opinion
Celebration on Saturday to help sick kids | Rose Dennis | In Good Company
Camp Korey’s annual harvest celebration Grow will take place on Saturday evening at Carnation Farm.
Opinion
This ‘Peter Pan’ sailed to freedom | Ann Oxrieder | Stilllife
My friend Maria Valdesuso, long-time Clyde Hill resident, does not consider Peter Pan a children’s tale. On Aug.…
Opinion
A wake-up call from Starbucks CEO | Editorial
Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz has struck a strong chord in the country with his call for corporations to…
Opinion
How to avoid traffic over Labor Day weekend
Labor Day is the year’s busiest travel weekend over Snoqualmie Pass on Interstate 90, according to the state…
Opinion
New school year in Bellevue has much to offer |Editorial
Schools will be in session on schedule Tuesday, thanks to the Bellevue School District and the Bellevue Education…
Opinion
Muddying the political waters | Editorial
We have a news flash for you: politicians accept campaign donations. We hope you were sitting down when…
Opinion
Catching up with J.P. | Pat Cashman
I last wrote a column about J.P. Patches some four years ago, so I figured it was time…
Opinion
It’s good to leave your ‘comfort zone’ | Patty Luzzi
It’s hard to know when I first heard the phrase. It has crept quietly into the modern lexicon,…