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As virus roars back, so do the signs of a new round of layoffs

The reopening of Tucson’s historic Hotel Congress lasted less than a… Continue reading

City removes some barriers from Seattle protest zone

City removes some barriers from Seattle protest zone

Seattle city crews used heavy equipment Tuesday to remove makeshift barriers around the city’s “occupied” protest… Continue reading

City removes some barriers from Seattle protest zone

Masks to be required across Oregon

Gov. Kate Brown announced Monday that people throughout Oregon will be required to wear face coverings in indoor public… Continue reading

More fragments from 1952 crash in Alaska found in glacier

More fragments from 1952 crash in Alaska found in glacier

A lucky Buddha figurine, a flight suit, several 3-cent stamps, a crumpled 1952… Continue reading

More fragments from 1952 crash in Alaska found in glacier

Report: Virus could slow Canadian shopping in Washington

An economic research study indicated border restrictions resulting from the coronavirus could reduce future cross-border shopping trips into Washington state by Canadians. The… Continue reading

Supports Jim Waddell’s position on lower Snake River dams

Jim Waddell makes the Public Power Council really uncomfortable because he challenges its facts, figures and conclusions about the reality of the lower Snake River… Continue reading

We should worry about Profa

Some blame recent violence and looting on Antifa, a non organization with no membership, no officers and no meeting place. The name means anti-fascist. I… Continue reading

After a rise in COVID-19 cases where states reopened early, governors and politicians are now encouraging masks. Political or science-based motivations?

After a rise in COVID-19 cases where states reopened early, governors and politicians are now encouraging masks. Political or science-based motivations?… Continue reading

  • Jun 30, 2020
Riding windy weekend waves

Riding windy weekend waves

Claire Porter of Port Townsend, 13, kiteboards at Cline Spit in Sequim on Saturday, June 27, 2020.  Porter was one of several kiteboarders to take… Continue reading

Riding windy weekend waves
‘Enough’: 1 killed in shooting in Seattle’s protest zone

‘Enough’: 1 killed in shooting in Seattle’s protest zone

A 16-year-old boy was killed and a younger teenager was wounded early Monday in Seattle’s “occupied”… Continue reading

‘Enough’: 1 killed in shooting in Seattle’s protest zone

Supports Brian Pruiett for 24th district state representative

Brian Pruiett is the best candidate for State Representative. Our 24th District has not had the best representation. Now is the time to rectify our… Continue reading

Washington tribes sue insurance group for virus coverage

Two Washington state Native tribes sued a group of insurance providers they said have not covered claims for business losses… Continue reading

What concerns you most about community transmission of COVID-19?

What concerns you most about community transmission of COVID-19?… Continue reading

  • Jun 29, 2020

Seattle mayor, chief of police are pariahs in the national organizations

Can you imagine the reception that the Seattle police chief would get if she were to attend the International Association of Chiefs Police Convention? Oh… Continue reading

Washington should restrict entry, quarantine visitors to prevent virus spread

The summer and warmer weather haven’t slowed the increase in coronavirus infections. Unaddressed, infections in a second wave are all but guaranteed sometime this year.… Continue reading

What to know about the NBA restart

What to know about the NBA restart

By Tim Reynolds The Associated Press The deals are done. The NBA is coming back. The season will resume on July 30 at Disney’s ESPN… Continue reading

What to know about the NBA restart

Clallam County health officials now plan NOT to recommend moving to Phase 3 this week due to new case development. Do you agree?

Clallam County health officials now plan NOT to recommend moving to Phase 3 this week due to new case development. Do you agree?… Continue reading

  • Jun 28, 2020
Black equestrians on the North Olympic Peninsula

Black equestrians on the North Olympic Peninsula

fist held high — on her horse, followed by a line of… Continue reading

Black equestrians on the North Olympic Peninsula

Fishers now qualify for aid in federal loan program

Fishers are now able to count their crew as part of their employee payroll to qualify for federal loans intended… Continue reading

LETTER: Flag etiquette

Those who wish to display the flag are obligated to review the United States Flag Code and comply with its regulations. Frequently seen: Flags left… Continue reading