Opinion
Saunders: Musk has freed Twitter’s speech; left doesn’t like it
Why would they; they’re being shown why one-sided control of access doesn’t promote debate.
Life
Facebook is paying her to post about herself
Unlike the top TikTok content creators, local author Jennifer Bardsley isn’t getting rich. But it’s nice to be…
Life
Coping with loss over the Christmas holidays
When we acknowledge and accept our sad feelings, we often are more able to experience love and joy.
Opinion
Schwab: Getting to know the Republicans’ House of cards
Scratch a trove of texts from GOP House members and out spills conspiracy theories and calls for ‘Marshall…
Life
A few tips for a better garden in 2023
I know a few of you might find it incredibly hard to believe, but I actually spend a…
Opinion
Saunders: Changes in House may ease path for legal cannabis
Younger leaders for both parties seem more open to legalization than the outgoing old guard.
Life
Healthy strategies for minimizing holiday stress
What’s important to you about the holidays? What do you want to celebrate? Stay focused on the big…
Life
Memorable holiday dinners require showstoppers and toilet plungers
This Christmas home cook has progressed from pot pies to round steak to prime rib.
Opinion
Schwab: Read Constitution on last time before Trump shreds it
Considering how some in the GOP misinterpret the First Amendment, a closer read is warranted.
Life
How cold is too cold for the Northwest garden? It depends
Overnight temperatures in the teens, and daytime highs that don’t exceed the mid-20s, can spell doom if gardeners…
Opinion
Harrop: Democrats’ road to White House should start in S. Carolina
It shouldn’t start with Iowa’s caucuses, which are low-turnout affairs with little cultural diversity.
Opinion
Burke: We’re not over covid, and I’m not over my frustration
My wife and I are vaxxed and boosted, yet tested positive. Denial has a role in why this…
Opinion
Saunders; Statute of limitations protects women’s interests
Adult victims of sexual abuse should file criminal complaints, not wait decades to sue in civil court.
Life
These tips can help you nurture a positive outlook on life
No one likes to be negative. Yet some adults can’t help but see their cup as half full.
Life
Bath product fragrances are full of memories
A Costco-size bottle of Neutrogena Rainbath takes the author back to the carefree days of seventh grade
Life
Steve Smith’s gift ideas for your favorite gardener
They range from the down-to-earth practical (garden tools) to the purely decorative (garden art).
Opinion
Schwab: History doesn’t write itself; GOP is lending a hand
No, not all Republicans. But enough of them are making it hard for the party and democracy.
Opinion
Harrop: Musk’s fight with Apple can only end poorly for him
Apple has every right to determine what’s offered on its ‘store.’ Meanwhile who’s watching Musk’s?
Opinion
Harrop: Fauci’s good deeds punished with mockery, needless deaths
As a long, storied career ends, Anthony Fauci deserves better than he heard from covid skeptics.
Opinion
Saunders: In name of health, one state tracked residents’ phones
Massachusetts wanted to track covid but didn’t tell people it was monitoring people’s phones.