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LETTER: Say to Initiative 1433 on the minimum-wage hike

The measure would, according to some, produce a greater benefit and offset any costs rather than living the minimum wage $7.25 an hour.

LETTER: Trump used tax benefit exclusive to real estate developers to his benefit

We need to send a message on Election Day that this potential avoidance of paying taxes for nearly two decades is unacceptable and untenable.

LETTER: Vote Larson, DeWolf and Zempel for state Supreme Court justices

These candidates will bring the Constitution and checks and balances back to the fore at the state high court as opposed to partisanship.

Farmer Sam McCullough uses his combine to harvest quinoa near Sequim. Quinoa, a trendy South American grain, barely has a foothold in American agriculture, but a handful of farmers and university researchers are working toward changing that. (Ted S. Warren/The Associated Press)

South American grain takes root in Sequim

Nash Huber harvests quinoa commercially last month

Farmer Sam McCullough uses his combine to harvest quinoa near Sequim. Quinoa, a trendy South American grain, barely has a foothold in American agriculture, but a handful of farmers and university researchers are working toward changing that. (Ted S. Warren/The Associated Press)

LETTER: Randy Johnson would be invaluable in linking timber with job creation

The Clallam County commissioner candidate has a background that would help ensure local benefits.

Sanctions remain against state in McCleary education funding case

Sanctions remain against state in McCleary education funding case

The state Supreme Court has ruled that $100,000-a-day sanctions should continue against the state while a task force works to determine how the state will fully fund basic education.

Sanctions remain against state in McCleary education funding case
In this file photo taken Jan. 18, 2014, a satellite-linked transmitter is visible on the dorsal fin of L87, an orca from the southern resident group of killer whales, while swimming in Puget Sound west of Seattle. (Elaine Thompson/The Associated Press)

Tag linked to orca death

A 20-year-old endangered southern resident orca died after a February tagging.

In this file photo taken Jan. 18, 2014, a satellite-linked transmitter is visible on the dorsal fin of L87, an orca from the southern resident group of killer whales, while swimming in Puget Sound west of Seattle. (Elaine Thompson/The Associated Press)

LETTER: Learn the ‘why’ before voting

Don’t simply take disparagements for facts. Learn the “truth” behind the accusations.

LETTER: Ron Richards the best man for the job

His run as Clallam County commissioner will be marked by fiscal conservatism and adherence to integrity and the people.

Daily Poll

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  • Oct 5, 2016
OUTDOORS: Forks pair bag bear

OUTDOORS: Forks pair bag bear

First bear for Parker Browning

OUTDOORS: Forks pair bag bear

LETTER: Make your voice heard by voting

Oct. 10 is the last day to register to vote in this election, unless you’re new to Washington.

LETTER: Randy Johnson brings people together

Vote for him as Clallam County commissioner because he has a track record in working to make our community a better place.

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  • Oct 4, 2016

LETTER: Vote for Ron Richards, who represents the people

Randy Johnson has tried to blame mill closures on the state, rather than on private timber companies like the one he has ties to.

Desert scare fueled Huskies blowout of Stanford

Desert scare fueled Huskies blowout of Stanford

Close game with Arizona

Desert scare fueled Huskies blowout of Stanford
Wilson throws 3 TDs in Seahawks win

Wilson throws 3 TDs in Seahawks win

Seahawks roll to 27-17 win over Jets

Wilson throws 3 TDs in Seahawks win

LETTER: A ‘Fox News pox’ has infected Hillary haters

The Obama administration inherited a war based on lies and a terrorist group that spawned from it. Why aren’t we more angry over that?

LETTER: Some suggestions for television debates

Why not take the camera off the person who isn’t answering the question or rebuttal?

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  • Oct 2, 2016