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Give the gift of warmth, donate winter clothing | FOR GOOD FOR EVER

But with fall comes a change in weather. Not just rain, but cold.

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial comic

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A confusing time of year | FRANK SHIERS JR.’S VIEW

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial comic, week of Oct. 31, 2014.

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial comic

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How far? | FRANK SHIERS JR.’S VIEW

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial comic, week of Oct. 24, 2014.

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Unions want Boeing to justify tax breaks by keeping jobs | JERRY CORNFIELD

"A smart group of ordinary folks, entrusted to advise state lawmakers on the merit of tax breaks, has…

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Roger Maris never struck out in this kid’s eyes | GUEST COMMENTARY

"I’m not sure why Maris captivated me as a kid, rather than Mickey Mantle, Whitey Ford or countless…

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November’s election about jobs, wages | DON BRUNELL

The election this year may be considered by pundits to be a prelude to the 2016 presidential ballot,…

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial cartoon

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Karma? Really? | FRANK SHIERS JR.’S VIEW

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial cartoon, week of Oct. 17, 2014.

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For ID safety, keep only what’s really necessary in your wallet | GUEST COMMENTARY

Here are some simple steps you can take to reduce your risk of identity theft and make your…

Letters to the Editor

Tana Senn would focus state issues on the family | LETTER TO THE EDITOR

"I would like to bring your attention to an exceptional candidate I am supporting for state representative."

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How About an Early Thanksgiving This Year? | DON BRUNELL

Given the good news of our state’s bountiful apple and cherry harvests this year, we could actually cook…

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial comic

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Tradeoffs | FRANK SHIERS JR.’S VIEW

Frank Shiers Jr.'s editorial comic, week of Oct. 10, 2014.

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New standards for water quality still bring concerns about cancer

For months, there’s been a drumbeat of panic that new water-quality standards based on how much fish people…

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Tell us where we should look for fall features! | EDITOR’S NOTE

This year, I am reaching out to you, the readers, to help us find our holiday feature stories.

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Cities hoping retail marijuana revenue heads their way | JERRY CORNFIELD

Washington’s chief economist predicts the legal recreational market will generate $636 million for the state through the middle…

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Cost of new medications could bankrupt health care | DON BRUNNELL

The good news is we are developing new life-saving medications every day. The bad news is they are…

Frank Shiers Jr. editorial cartoon

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A Washingtonian stand-off | FRANK SHIERS JR.’S VIEW

Frank Shiers Jr. editorial cartoon, week of Sept. 26, 2014.

Letters to the Editor

When will enforcement begin in Rainer Avenue bus lane? | LETTER TO THE EDITOR

"Every day during rush hour you can expect one to three cars in the bus lane illegally cross…

Letters to the Editor

Safety of kids at risk at McKnight crosswalk | LETTER TO THE EDITOR

"It has been a miracle that no child has been struck by a car yet. However, I witness…

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Want to improve your health? Volunteer | FOR GOOD FOR EVER

What? You mean there’s a way to improve my health without cutting out chocolate?

Letters to the Editor

Letter writer is wrong about downtown crime issues | LETTER TO THE EDITOR

"We need more concerned families to share their stories, instead of people who don’t live in the neighborhood,…