OLYMPIA — When Gov. Jay Inslee vetoed a 12-word sentence in the transportation budget in May, he knew what he was doing was without precedent… Continue reading
Reader argues for Renton’s inclusivity Dear Editor, With all my respect, I am responding to the letter from Sophia Vackimes published last Friday that questions… Continue reading
Garden columns
Marianne Binetti will speak at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at Windmill Gardens in Sumner. Her topic will be “Smart Gardening Ideas for Fall” –… Continue reading
Readers discuss the second amendment and Renton’s “multiculturalism”
The fourth week of August is time to reset for the coming fall season in the garden. Garden centers and nurseries will soon be stocking… Continue reading
Your thoughts
Reader worries about development deal Dear editor, The agreement with Cosmos for purchase of the parking area of the former city hall off Houser Way… Continue reading
You’ve all heard the phrase, “chickens coming home to roost.” You may know not the origin of the phrase. It’s from a more rural time… Continue reading
Community members can work together to recognize sexual assault
Who do you blame for the mass killings in Dayton and El Paso? If you’re a Democrat, you blame the National Rifle Association (NRA) and… Continue reading
Your thoughts
Reader rejects racist tag, claims school unions push ‘liberal agenda’ Dear editor, I love the United States of America! I feel blessed to be fortunate… Continue reading
After getting signatures for a measure that didn’t qualify, Restore Washington wants to do its own.
Your thoughts
“Armondo knows the community” Dear editor, I am writing this letter in support of Armondo Pavone as our next Mayor of Renton. I have known… Continue reading
August is one of the driest months in Western Washington and dry weather can attract deer to your home landscape. The over population of our… Continue reading
Renton residents should make voting a bigger priority this election
Reader supports Marcie Maxwell for mayor Dear editor, In the 30 years I’ve known Marcie Maxwell through our PTA and community advocacy for Renton children… Continue reading
Richard Gidner resigns from Water Commissioner position Dear editor ad the customers of King County Water District 90, It has been my pleasure to serve… Continue reading
Holy procrastination! I know you meant to grow tomatoes, herbs and vegetables this summer but maybe you still haven’t planted a thing. There is a… Continue reading
