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LETTER: ‘Duh, Hey!’ awards go to dollar-driven entities contributing to salmon’s demise

It’s awards season again, folks. That’s the “Duh, Hey!”awards in particular. It’s been awhile, so here we go. Our first Duh, Hey! this year goes… Continue reading

LETTER: I won’t support Port Angeles levy until sex education program is replaced

FLASH is the Family Life and Sexual Health sex education curriculum being taught in the Port Angeles School District. Ask your school board about the… Continue reading

LETTER: Join me in supporting Port Angeles School District replacement levy

For years, the greater Port Angeles area has enjoyed a wonderful school system that has exceeded the state norms in multiple areas such as the… Continue reading

LETTER: Obama’s legacy defined by Donald Trump

Obama’s legacy can be wrapped up in two words: Donald Trump. Gary Flesner, Sequim… Continue reading

LETTER: Vote yes on local school levies to maintain resources, opportunities for our children

We can’t predict what the state Legislature will ultimately decide about the McCleary merry-go-round. Actual implementation of state educational funding changes may take years. It’s… Continue reading

Washington state Sen. Doug Ericksen, R-Ferndale, talks to reporters Thursday at the Capitol in Olympia. (Ted S. Warren/The Associated Press)

Republican senator discusses role in Trump administration

Sen. Doug Ericksen said Thursday the Republican majority in the state Senate can rely on him… Continue reading

Washington state Sen. Doug Ericksen, R-Ferndale, talks to reporters Thursday at the Capitol in Olympia. (Ted S. Warren/The Associated Press)

LETTER: Clallam commissioner leads the way in addressing Trump’s Cabinet picks

On behalf of my family and our community, I want to thank Clallam County Commissioner Mark Ozias for taking the initiative in addressing some of… Continue reading

LETTER: Lawmakers need to hold themselves to higher standard, not resort to childishness

It is despicable and beneath being a senator or representative to engage in childish endeavors and disrespect to the office of the president and the… Continue reading

LETTER: Call your representative about shameful proposal to tranfer public lands to states

Thus it begins. In case you missed it, even before the 45th president was inaugurated, U.S. House rules were changed to make it easier to… Continue reading

LETTER: Let’s keep our community strong by voting yes on Port Angeles levy

Growing up in Port Angeles in the 1940s and 50s, I remember receiving a very good education, having great teachers and living in a vibrant… Continue reading

Proposed bills aimed at use of deadly force

State lawmakers are weighing bills that would raise the bar on when an officer can use deadly force. Current law… Continue reading

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  • Jan 31, 2017
Washington first state to sue Trump over immigration order

Washington first state to sue Trump over immigration order

The state attorney general declared Monday that he was suing President Donald Trump over his temporary ban… Continue reading

Washington first state to sue Trump over immigration order
Competing bills target, affirm state high court water decision

Competing bills target, affirm state high court water decision

Some lawmakers are taking aim at a recent state Supreme Court decision that put the onus on… Continue reading

Competing bills target, affirm state high court water decision

LETTER: Trump threatens to substantially turn back the clock on climate change progress

Far from making America great again, Donald Trump may in fact threaten human civilization by setting in motion runaway climate change beyond the capacity of… Continue reading

LETTER: Licensed bed-and-breakfasts allow area to thrive

As the Clallam County Planning Commission formalizes standards for bed-and-breakfasts in rural Clallam County, I hope that citizens will recognize the positive impact that fully… Continue reading

Travelers detained at Seattle airport released from custody

Travelers detained at Seattle airport released from custody

Individuals who were detained at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport as a result of President Donald Trump’s executive order have been released… Continue reading

Travelers detained at Seattle airport released from custody

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  • Jan 29, 2017
Senate Republican floor leader Joe Fain, R-Auburn, left, confers with Lt. Gov. Syrus Habib as Habib presides over the Senate on Friday in Olympia. (Ted S. Warren/The Associated Press)

Senate Democrats fail in procedural floor fight

Democrats failed in their effort to bypass Republican leadership and bring a bill related to local school levies to the… Continue reading

Senate Republican floor leader Joe Fain, R-Auburn, left, confers with Lt. Gov. Syrus Habib as Habib presides over the Senate on Friday in Olympia. (Ted S. Warren/The Associated Press)

LETTER: Common sense prevailed in Clallam’s green light for herbicide use

It was unanimous. Common sense prevailed, making this host of “Weeds & Wildlife” on KSQM radio very happy. The county won its long battle: Herbicide… Continue reading