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Al Swift, 8-term congressman, always sought ‘the path forward’
He died Friday. His “deft touch” led to the Northwest Power Act and Ebey’s Landing historical reserve.

3 crashes caused by driver of stolen car
A police dog chased down the suspect near the scene of the third crash.
Herald Business Journal

Bond sale reveals Paine Field terminal cost is about $40M
Propeller Airports, which is building on land leased from the county, raised the money in February.
Tears of the not-quite-rich-enough
This is how it feels to be a millionaire, and still decide you’ll go broke.
Sports

Q&A with South Whidbey softball pitcher Mackenzee Collins
Collins, who will pitch at Colorado State next season, plays to honor the memory of her father, Tim.

Meadowdale grad contributing to the success of top-ranked UW
Freshman Emma Helm has become a regular in the Huskies’ lineup earlier than she expected
Life in Snohomish County

Wilderness boost: Why hiking does wonders for your mind and body
There is no denying how beneficial a walk through the woods can be for your overall health.

Ultimate list: Here are the top 15 beers of Snohomish County
These are the 15 the most interesting, iconic and best tasting craft beers in the county.
Opinion
Editorial: Honor former congressman by returning your ballot
Al Swift, who represented the 2nd District, from 1979 to 1995, championed the motor-voter bill.
Nation-World

Lawmakers honor man hailed as hero in Waffle House attack
He said he acted at a Nashville Waffle House to save his own life, and saved others in the process.

Trump calls Kim Jong Un “very open” and “very honorable”
His praise stood in stark contrast to his previous bellicose rhetoric toward the North Korean leader.
Northwest

Gun-rights rally in Olympia: ‘It’s time to play offense’
One South Whidbey student says he’s been called a gun-crazy racist for promoting gun rights.

Oil, gas drilling in pristine Alaska refuge takes step ahead
Friday starts a 60-day review to sell leases in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
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