Opinion
Voting for Jami Smith ‘an opportunity not to miss’ | LETTER
The election of our local officials should be based on qualifications, and the choice of the candidate most…
Opinion
Ruth Perez helps ‘our communities in need’ | LETTER
As a Renton citizen, and a member of the state legislature, I feel strongly that Ruth Perez is…
Opinion
A quick guide to the distracted driving law
Freshen up on the new law that takes effect Sunday, July 23.
Opinion
Looking towards the future | KCLS COMMENTARY
“KCLS’ last strategic plan was forged more than 10 years ago, and it was time to reevaluate.”
Opinion
Why is Renton making a big deal over two trees? | LETTER
“A lot of Renton residents like trees – why don’t you?”
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The town formerly known as Slaughter | COMMENTARY
“It has also come a long way from being named Slaughter by early pioneers.”
Opinion
McCleary puzzle finally snaps in place | COMMENTARY
One of the last pieces of the budget puzzle snapped into place Tuesday, sealed in Republican support for…
Opinion
Jami Smith ‘right person’ for Renton City Council | LETTER
Jami has the rare combination of high-level business experience, political savvy, a brilliant mind, and a heart for…
Opinion
Legislators, it’s time to be heroes our kids deserve | GUEST COMMENTARY
“It’s time for real, sustainable change that will make an impact for every Washington student.”
Opinion
Legislators still twisting and turning | COMMENTARY
Any day now, Washington state lawmakers will reveal how they solved the McCleary Rubik’s Cube.
Opinion
My goal is to get people thinking
During my training as the political action person for the Sumner Education Association, we were told teachers make…
Opinion
Lessons from city council meetings
“A productive, healthy community is built upon people who care.”
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It’s easier to manage our own realities | COMMENTARY
“There is not much we as individuals can do to either reverse or change these national trends.”
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Teachers union concerned about McCleary | COMMENTARY
“A teachers strike is a last and undesired resort, said union leaders.”
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The solution is hidden in plain sight | COMMENTARY
“Would there be such a raging health care debate in… if we simply took better care of our…
Opinion
Whoever-ponies-up-the-most-cash field | COMIC
Frank Shiers, Jr.’s editorial comic, week of June 16, 2017.