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We’ve gotten way ahead of ourselves | COMMENTARY

With everything that has happened in the past few weeks, it’s no wonder that our country is still…

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial comic

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Apple of our eye | FRANK SHIERS JR.’S VIEW

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial comic, week of Nov. 27, 2015.

Opinion

Renton police, pastors building trust, understanding | Guest column

In Renton, we are taking proactive measures to build trust and positive relationships between the African-American community and…

Opinion

Help REACH accomplish what still needs to be done | Guest column

This week of Thanksgiving, when many of us count our blessings and eat way too much, is REACH…

Opinion

Frank Chopp’s speakership is his to lose | JERRY CORNFIELD

If you add in the sessions he shared the gavel in a co-speakership with Republican Clyde Ballard –…

Opinion

Larson takes trade pact to Boeing country | JERRY CORNFIELD

"He’s talking about the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade agreement, a mega-pact negotiated by the administration of President Barack Obama…

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They’ll be the judge | FRANK SHIERS JR.’S VIEW

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial comic, week of Nov. 13, 2015.

Letters to the Editor

Former Mayor Don Custer should be honored | LETTER TO THE EDITOR

"At the very least, the unique Library over the Cedar River, which he championed, should be renamed in…

Opinion

It’s never too late to thank a veteran | COMMENTARY

"It is never too late for us to undo the disservice done to many veterans who returned home…

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What’s in a name? | FRANK SHIERS, JR.’S VIEW

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial comic, week of Nov. 5, 2015.

News

Eyman smiling as voters help him lay a tax minefield | JERRY CORNFIELD

"The professional initiative promoter from Mukilteo had another anti-tax measure on Tuesday’s ballot. And like many of its…

Opinion

The futility of voting in Washington | EDITOR’S NOTE

"I used to love voting; but since I moved to Washington about 15 years ago, it has not…

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Opinion

Early reviews | FRANK SHIERS JR.’S VIEW

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial comic, week of Oct. 30, 2015.

Letters to the Editor

Another month, still no clean-up | LETTER TO THE EDITOR

"Ninety days since the July 23 fire at the northwest corner of 2nd Street South and Main Avenue…

Letters to the Editor

McIrvin will go the distance for Renton | LETTER TO THE EDITOR

"Distance running takes dedication, commitment, and a positive attitude. I have no doubt that Ryan will take a…

Letters to the Editor

Witschi is the right choice | LETTER TO THE EDITOR

"As a Human Resources consultant, Carol Ann has a professional maturity that allows her to listen to many…

Letters to the Editor

Boys and Girls Club urges Prop. 1 passage | LETTER TO THE EDITOR

"Not only will this levy help our children, it is a program for continued economic growth because it…

Letters to the Editor

Sheriff supports Pro. 1 | LETTER TO THE EDITOR

"We hear a lot about reducing crime. Proposition 1 will do just that. When we invest in kids…

Opinion

Let’s work together to stop bullying | FOR GOOD FOR EVER

"October is not only the month to celebrate ghouls and goblins on Halloween, it’s the month to acknowledge…

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Scaring the monster | FRANK SHIERS JR.’S VIEW

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial comic, week of Oct. 23, 2015.