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Aerospace Blog: Michelle Dunlop

Michelle covers the aerospace industry in Snohomish County.
Recent entries:

December 2
Murtha and Gates weigh in on Northrop's tanker threat

Northrop Grumman's warning that it won't compete for the Air Force's tanker ... [Read More]

Ala. Gov.: Obama administration 'corrupted' tanke...  December 1
Northrop threatens to shun AF tanker contest   December 1
Boeing finishes 787 wing test, awaits results for...  November 30
Boeing CEO to attend Obama’s job summit  November 30

The Bullpen

A daily look at what's going on in the sports world, as only The Herald's Closer can bring it.
Recent entries:

December 2
Gretzky, Tiger and Senior Night for graybeards

TODAY'S LINEUP A look at the top sports stories in today's edition of The Herald: 1. That's 288 more games than Wayne Gretzky played here [Read More]

A Tiger, Rams and Grizzlies, oh my!  November 30
Working out at Dunkin' Donuts  November 27
A special Thanksgiving edition  November 26
Dawgs, Turkeys and a day at the Beach  November 25

The Buzz

A slightly twisted take on the day's news.
Recent entries:

December 2
Whining, lying and crying

That's not the engines revving up: Boeing rival Northrup Grumman, who would team with EADS in a bid for the Air Force's refueling tanker, is threatening to pull out of the comp ... [Read More]

Is Obama Spock-like? It's highly logical  December 1
Toy hamsters lose their novelty  November 30
Hero guitar  November 29
Brown paper bags for fans  November 28

Double Team: Jennifer Buchanan and Mike Cane

What's happening on the field and behind the scenes in high school sports.
Recent entries:

December 2
Memorial service for Brad and Melissa Agerup

The memorial service for Brad and Melissa Agerup will be at 1 p.m. Sunday in the gym at Mariner High School (200 120th St. SW, Everett). Following the service, there will be a reception in the commons. [Read More]

Live at boys basketball season opener: Arlington ...  December 1
Remembering Brad Agerup  December 1
The Herald's 2009 All-Area Girls Soccer Teams  December 1
Washington Wrestling Report preseason rankings: L...  November 30

Eco Geek: Sarah Jackson

Get green with our resident Eco Geek, blogging on recycling, eating local, eco-friendly products and creative ideas for sustainable living.
Recent entries:

November 27
Dark Days Challenge: Week 2

The Eco Geek is taking part in the [Read More]

Celebrate Buy Nothing Day in Everett  November 24
Turn your used turkey-frying oil into biofuels.  November 23
Dark Days Challenge: Week 1  November 19
Uh-oh: I'm taking the 3rd Annual Dark Days Challe...  November 16

Hot Off the Gridiron: Aaron Swaney

An in-depth look at all NFL news of the day with an eye on how it affects fantasy football.
Recent entries:

November 28
Injury updates

It looks like Michael Turner will play tomorrow against Tampa Bay. http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/11/28/michael-turner-expected-to-play/
Turner was limited in practice this week, but it seems that he'll be ready ... [Read More]


Second-half predictions, cont'd  October 30
Sharing my joy  October 22
Not mad at Ahmad   October 13
I'm back  October 11

Mariners: Kirby Arnold

Kirby covers all the bases when it comes to the Mariners.
Recent entries:

December 2
Mariners' fuzzy catching picture may take time to clear up

At a position where the Mariners can't afford uncertainty, nothing is for sure with their catching at this point in the offseason. [Read More]

Mariners offer arbitration to Beltre, not Bedard  December 1
Mariners hire seven new scouts  November 30
Saunders, and his power, are back from Venezuela  November 25
M's prospect Dunigan makes Class A All-Star team;...  November 25

Midday Snacks

Tidbits we've gathered from around the Internet to entertain, inform and enlighten you each weekday around noon.
Recent entries:

December 1
The Muppets cover Queen

This gem posted by The Muppets Studio last week brought lots of laughter and enjoyment to my family over the Thanksgiving holiday. There's a little something for everyone who likes the Muppets or Queen. [Read More]

Cheesecake and chocolate dreams  November 30
A smorgasbord of delights  November 27
Don't try this at home with your turkey  November 26
Santa doesn't shop at Despair.com, but maybe you ...  November 25

My Back Pages: Neal Pattison

The Herald's executive editor blogs about the good, the bad and -- sometimes -- the ugly aspects of the news business.
Recent entries:

September 10
In crisis, news media clears its throat

Can hyper-local save journalism? [Read More]

A pants-down moment: appearances be damned  August 31
Once fallacies check in, they rarely check out  August 17
Gosh, do we seem fair? Sorry to offend you  August 11
Digital dispatches from the marketplace of ideas  July 8

The Mudrakers

Get into gardening with Jessi Loerch, Sarah Jackson and Debra Smith.
Recent entries:

November 29
Dark Days Challenge: The breakfast edition

This morning, my entire house was filled with the fantastic smell of breakfast baking. This week's local meal was apple muffins for breakfast. [Read More]

Dark Days Challenge: Local eating in the dark of ...  November 22
Chickens take over garden cleanup  November 9
Everett trash service now accepts food scraps in ...  November 2
Got fruit? Want bees? Check this out.  October 23

The Petri Dish: Jerry Cornfield

Jerry writes on the culture of politics in Snohomish County and throughout Washington.
Recent entries:

December 2
Gregoire backs off move of state parks into Department of Natural Resources

Gov. Chris Gregoire is set to issue an executive order this morning aimed at making it easier for the public to deal with the various agencies that manage the state's natural resource and recreation areas. [Read More]

Lawmakers plan hearing on officer slayings  December 1
State skipping round one of 'Race to the Top' com...  November 20
Governor opposes state schools chief on changes t...  November 19
Forecast calls for less revenue, more deficit and...  November 19

PG: Theresa Goffredo

Theresa Goffredo provides a virtual village for parents in Snohomish County.
Recent entries:

November 24
How a kindergartener cooks a turkey

Every year at this time, the Herald is among those newspapers that runs the perennial kids' version of cooking a turkey for Thanksgiving. [Read More]

Celebrating birthdays  November 12
What it really takes for your 5 year old to be a ...  November 4
Pre-K programs mean good foundation for learning  November 2
Fighting needle phobia during flu season: Have a ...  October 22

Pop Secrets: Andy Rathbun

Andy Rathbun, the Herald's weekly music columnist, blogs about national music news and local acts.
Recent entries:

December 2
Concerts: Presales to Phoenix, Ben Gibbard, Bon Jovi, plus Alice in Chains ...

I can't get excited about Bon Jovi adding a second Seattle date after hearing the group's awkward ode to the working man — yikes — so instead, let's ... [Read More]

Concerts: John Mayer, Slayer, Magnetic Fields  November 18
Concert presales: U2, Muse, Phoenix, Kid Cudi and...  November 11
Free music: Track from Dave Grohl and John Paul J...  November 9
Videos: Weezer teams up with Kenny G, plus Artic ...  November 6

Seahawks: John Boyle

John has the Seahawks covered.
Recent entries:

December 2
Wednesday Jim Mora presser

A few more injuries this week for the Seahawks, who have been healthy the last few weeks. DE Cory Redding, who suffered a concussion Sunday, will be out today. No word yet on if he'll be back for Sunday's game against the 49ers. [Read More]

Monday press conference notes  November 30
About this Ruskell rumor  November 30
Seahawks vs. Rams game thread  November 29
Julius Jones inactive for today's game  November 29

Silvertips: Nick Patterson

Nick covers the Silvertips, Everett's hometown Western Hockey League team.
Recent entries:

December 1
Quick Tuesday note

Just a quick update on winger Dan Iwanski, who sat out Saturday's game at Tri-City with a leg injury incurred while blocking a shot Friday against Regina. He practiced each of the past two days and should be available for tom ... [Read More]

Reader poll: top offensive season  November 30
Live blog: Everett at Tri-City  November 28
Regina 4, Everett 2  November 27
Everett vs. Regina: lineup notes  November 27

Scream Queen: Jacqueline McCartney

Jacqueline "Scream Queen" McCartney will be writing about horror movies during the month of October.
Recent entries:

October 31
Terror times three: Your top three horror movies

Happy Halloween! Once you’ve recovered from the sugar rush via all the work treats — tell the truth, you’ve already pushed your face into those bags of candy you bought for trick-or-treaters, haven’t you? — and crawled home f ... [Read More]

Trends in Terror: Influences on horror movies  October 30
Go, go Godzilla!: Creature Features  October 29
Got gore?: The slasher films  October 28
Scream Queen's Horror Movie Quiz  October 27

The Storefront: Amy Rolph

Amy writes about small business and entrepreneurship in Snohomish and Island counties.
Recent entries:

December 1
What's your plan for holiday bonuses?

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Verizon landline sale moving forward  December 1
Comcast launches wireless data service  December 1
Lynnwood stores caught in tobacco sting  December 1
State training program turns layoffs into small b...  November 30

Trackside: Scott Whitmore

Scott covers the Northwest auto racing scene.
Recent entries:

November 20
Fearless Predictions: Coda

All things come to an end. [Read More]

Malsam looking for strong finish to rookie NASCAR...  November 18
NHRA awards ceremony to be broadcast online  November 14
Fearless Predictions: Penultimate Edition  November 13
JZ Motorsports holding open house/swap meet Dec. 5  November 12

View from Venezuela: Krista J. Kapralos

Minority affairs reporter Krista J. Kapralos writes about her six-week fellowship in Venezuela.
Recent entries:

December 4
A Surprising Vote

It was the unthinkable, and now, two days later, Venezuelans and those mired in Venezuelan intrigue are still reeling. [Read More]

Rumors and a sea of red  November 17
A Changing Country  November 13
¿Ahora, Si? ¡Ahora, Pare!  November 12
Violence in the Streets  November 7

Webbed Feet: Elaine Helm

Elaine writes about what's happening on the Web and at HeraldNet.com.
 
 

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