Opinion
Renton River Days and the Rubber Ducky Derby | Cartoon
Cartoon by Frank Shiers to celebrate Renton River Days from July 21-23.
Opinion
Bumper cherry crop sweetens WA’s farm economy | Brunell
The good news is this state’s cherry crop looks good — a marked improvement over 2022. It is…
Opinion
From identity to art: Q&A with two Puget Sound drag artists
By Jayendrina Singha Ray, Guest columnist
Opinion
New long-term care program supports elder care in our state | Guest column
By Melinda Young-Flynn, Washington State Budget and Policy Center
Opinion
Cash for empty bottles would make sense in Washington | Brunell
When Oregon enacted the nation’s first bottle bill in 1971, it was intended to reduce litter on the…
Opinion
Agriculture is the backbone of state’s economy | Brunell
Some would argue that spring is the most wonderful time of the year in Washington. Throughout our state…
Opinion
Here’s what communist and totalitarian trials really look like | Whale’s Tales
In the 1968 film “Oliver!,” the murderous Bill Sykes’ doomed lover, Nancy, leads pub revelers in a round…
Opinion
Mayor’s Memo: 2023 State of the City Address
Renton Mayor Armond Pavone’s monthly memo allows residents to hear about local government happenings.
Opinion
Mayor’s Memo: Middle housing and what it means for Renton
Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone’s monthly memo allows residents to hear about local government happenings.
Opinion
Opinion: Why we’re fighting for a raise for Renton workers
Renton voters will decide this November on a minimum wage increase, proposing a $19-an-hour wage starting in July…
Opinion
Washington’s drug laws need revision for community’s sake | Renton police chief
By Chief Jon Schuldt
Opinion
Magic at the Washington State Supreme Court | Cartoon by Frank Shiers
Cartoon by Frank Shiers: “On March 24, the state Supreme Court ruled that the capital gains tax was…
Opinion
Skilled worker shortage could derail electrification goals | Brunell
In the race to “electrify everything,” there are glitches that may derail the plan over the next 20…
Opinion
Clear communication vs. sticking your head in the oven | Whale’s Tales
As I have written before in this column, I am a word person.