Flying fish

Toss salads, not coho: People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals is objecting to the tradition at Seattle’s Pike Place Market of fishmongers tossing salmon, complaining that it treats the fish like toys.

We couldn’t agree more: Salmon isn’t a toy. Every salmon deserves to live a full life before being expertly filleted, sprinkled with lemon juice and fresh dill and gently placed on a charcoal grill until its delicious flesh is no longer translucent.

Grass guzzler: The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill Tuesday that would provide vouchers for up to $4,500 when people turn in their gas-guzzling clunkers for new fuel-efficient vehicles.

The Buzz wonders how much of a voucher he can claim if he bolts a lawn mower engine to an old bicycle.

My people call it maze: Several north Snohomish County farmers are encouraging people to visit their farms through the growing season, buy some produce and help them remain a viable part of the agricultural economy (above).

If in the past you’ve found the fall corn mazes too challenging now’s your chance to map out the route while the stalks are only ankle-high.

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