Life
Great Plant Pick: Hart’s Tongue fern, Fimbriatum group
With unique fronds that are delicately fringed along the edge of the leaf blade, it’s a distinctive perennial…
Northwest
More sustainable Washington wines are on the way
Labels will indicate grape growers met guidelines in 9 areas, including water, pest and labor practices.
Life
‘Belle’ is striking virtual reality riff on ‘Beauty and the Beast’
In it, ‘Beauty’ is the charismatic online avatar of a moody teenager that attracts the attention of a…
Life
Movie review: ‘Redeeming Love’ doesn’t yield cinematic riches
The story, about a sex worker “redeemed” by a folksy farmer in Gold Rush-era California, is creepy “tradwife”…
Life
Music, theater and more: What’s happening in Snohomish County
Most of these venues require proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or negative test from a medical provider in…
Life
The psychedelic fest Summer Meltdown is back — and in Monroe
The music and camping event is on for July 28-31, with a new venue along the Skykomish River.
Life
Gretchen’s table: A spinach-mushroom quiche with cheesy goodness
The savory egg custard baked in a pie crust is easy to make — especially if you use…
Life
Baked Eggs Florentine: A brunch favorite inspired by a queen
The kitchen manager at Quil Ceda Creek Casino shares a dish that pays homage to a spinach-crazy 16th…
Local News
No more gnarly feet: This ‘Wounded Warrior’ gets pedicures
Keith Reyes, 64, visits a Stanwood nail salon for “foot treatments” that help soothe blast injuries.
Life
Nissan Pathfinder comes full circle with all-new 2022 version
The three-row mid-size SUV gains modern amenities but returns to the rugged impression of the original.
Life
Fun ways to show the teens in your life that you care
The teen years can be challenging but they don’t last long. A little bit of extra attention can…
Life
She canceled her Iceland trip in time. Where’s her refund?
When Kim Josund cancels her trip to Iceland, she believes she’s entitled to a full refund. Why are…
Life
Rick Steves’ Europe: Lessons from a schoolmaster on the Rhine
Herr Jung dedicated his life to sharing Germany’s hard history so others can learn from it.
Life
How to transform past shame into something positive and healthy
Tips on coping with the shame that we carry around in our hearts and on our sleeves.
Life
Edmonds author transitions from young adult novels to romance
Jennifer Bardsley’s “Good Catch” is set in an Edmonds-like town. Spoiler alert: There’s a happy ending.
Life
Register now for 33rd annual Whidbey Gardening Workshop
The three-day event in March will offer 6 field trips, 12 webinars and 30 in-person classes at Oak…
Life
Great Plant Pick: Acer tegmentosum “Joe Witt”
This Manchurian snakebark maple boasts beautiful highly striped white bark that brightens the shade garden.
Life
Antique lamps would come in handy during today’s outages
A Betty lamp made by a 19th century craftsman recently sold for $2,000 at auction.
Life
Regenerative gardening helps save the planet one garden at a time
Regenerative gardening is founded on the principle that if we take care of our soils then everything else…
Life
New team ably delivers a fifth installment in ‘Scream’ franchise
The people who made “Ready or Not” continue the series’ tradition of bloody violence and winking sef-awareness.