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What are your expectations for 2022?

What are your expectations for 2022?… Continue reading

  • Dec 30, 2021
FILE - Seattle Mariners' Kyle Seager heads off the field after flying out against the Los Angeles Angels in a baseball game Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Seattle. Seager announced his retirement on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021, after 11 seasons in the majors, all with the Mariners. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)

SEATTLE MARINERS: Kyle Seager retires after 11 years

Kyle Seager announced his retirement Wednesday after 11 seasons in the majors, all with the Seattle Mariners. Always one to eschew social media,… Continue reading

FILE - Seattle Mariners' Kyle Seager heads off the field after flying out against the Los Angeles Angels in a baseball game Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Seattle. Seager announced his retirement on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021, after 11 seasons in the majors, all with the Mariners. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson, File)

Would you ever consider doing a polar bear dip on New Year’s Day?

Would you ever consider doing a polar bear dip on New Year's Day?… Continue reading

  • Dec 29, 2021
FILE - Coach John Madden of the Oakland Raiders is carried from the field by his players after his team defeated the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl XI in Pasadena, Calif., Jan. 9, 1977 John Madden, the Hall of Fame coach turned broadcaster whose exuberant calls combined with simple explanations provided a weekly soundtrack to NFL games for three decades, died Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2021, the NFL said. He was 85. (AP Photo/File)

NFL: Coaching, broadcasting legend John Madden dies

John Madden, the Hall of Fame coach turned broadcaster whose exuberant calls combined with simple explanations provided a weekly soundtrack to NFL games for three… Continue reading

FILE - Coach John Madden of the Oakland Raiders is carried from the field by his players after his team defeated the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl XI in Pasadena, Calif., Jan. 9, 1977 John Madden, the Hall of Fame coach turned broadcaster whose exuberant calls combined with simple explanations provided a weekly soundtrack to NFL games for three decades, died Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2021, the NFL said. He was 85. (AP Photo/File)

Washington State has a new opponent Friday in Central Michigan for the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl. Who wins the game?

Washington State has a new opponent Friday in Central Michigan for the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl. Who wins the game?… Continue reading

  • Dec 28, 2021
Chicago Bears wide receiver Damiere Byrd (10) grabs a 2-point conversion pass in the end zone to score over Seattle Seahawks' Ugo Amadi during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Seattle. The Bears won 25-24. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

A swift and painful downfall

Last-place finish a certainty now

Chicago Bears wide receiver Damiere Byrd (10) grabs a 2-point conversion pass in the end zone to score over Seattle Seahawks' Ugo Amadi during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Seattle. The Bears won 25-24. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Jesse Major Photography A view from the percussion section of the Sequim City Band, with director Tyler Benedict, during a concert this past August. Not visible are the tuba and percussion sections.

Sequim City Band receives donation from Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe

Capital drive aims to fund rehearsal hall

Jesse Major Photography A view from the percussion section of the Sequim City Band, with director Tyler Benedict, during a concert this past August. Not visible are the tuba and percussion sections.

The CDC on Monday recommended quarantine periods to be reduced from 10 days to five days for all Americans. Do you think that’s the right recommendation?

The CDC on Monday recommended quarantine periods to be reduced from 10 days to five days for all Americans. Do you think that's the right… Continue reading

  • Dec 27, 2021
Stephen Brashear/The Associated Press Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery, bottom, scores a touchdown on a carry against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half Sunday in snowy Seattle.

SEAHAWKS: Seattle loses on Bears’ late two-point conversion

Jimmy Graham caught a 15-yard touchdown pass from Nick Foles with 1:01 remaining, Damiere Byrd made an acrobatic reception for the 2-point conversion,… Continue reading

Stephen Brashear/The Associated Press Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery, bottom, scores a touchdown on a carry against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half Sunday in snowy Seattle.

Should the Seattle Seahawks consider moving on from Pete Carroll at the end of the season?

Should the Seattle Seahawks consider moving on from Pete Carroll at the end of the season?… Continue reading

  • Dec 26, 2021
photo Andrew may With the Arctic blast coming many sensitive plants could be at risk and require a vegetative mulch on top of them. Here I took the opportunity to make a decorative display as the thermal mulch over our Gunnera. December is the ideal time to prune your evergreens!

A GROWING CONCERN: Protect plants from winter chills

I HOPE THAT for all of you, Christmas was merry and full of joy! I hope that, in some form, you got together with cherished… Continue reading

photo Andrew may With the Arctic blast coming many sensitive plants could be at risk and require a vegetative mulch on top of them. Here I took the opportunity to make a decorative display as the thermal mulch over our Gunnera. December is the ideal time to prune your evergreens!

Jefferson County awards lodging tax grants

Jefferson County commissioners have awarded 12 lodging tax grants. The funds will be provided for the… Continue reading

LETTER:Save a life

I was very upset after reading a Sunday paper rant about all the kittens being dumped on Ediz Hook. I wonder if people are aware… Continue reading

Are you prepared for winter?

Are you prepared for winter?… Continue reading

  • Dec 25, 2021

Should the Supreme Court consider Donald Trump’s request to keep documents related to Jan. 6 away from the House committee investigating the incident?

Should the Supreme Court consider Donald Trump's request to keep documents related to Jan. 6 away from the House committee investigating the incident?… Continue reading

  • Dec 24, 2021

92 calls affected during 9-1-1 outage in seven counties

A 9-1-1 outage this month that affected about 20 call centers across seven counties, including Clallam and Jefferson, was caused… Continue reading

ISSUES OF FAITH: Remember the baby in a manger

It’s hard to imagine Christmas without all of the magnificent music. During Christmastime as a teenager, we would go see Handel’s Messiah at the beautiful… Continue reading

State to pay $4M settlement in foster abuse case

The state of Washington has agreed to a $4 million settlement for two former foster children who were abused and… Continue reading

Are you dreaming of a white Christmas?

Are you dreaming of a white Christmas?… Continue reading

  • Dec 23, 2021

County adopts new redistricting plan

Commissioners approve it unanimously