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Stage 1 Burn Ban effective throughout King County

Beginning June 1, residents are prohibited from burning yard debris or for land debris.

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Life

Into the mind of a Yogi: Conversation with an Indian monk

By Jayendrina Singha Ray, guest columnist, in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Opinion

Remember and honor | Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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Business

OfferUp co-founder tries to save the planet one podcast at a time

Nick Huzar’s “Stuff TV” is a weekly podcast featuring experts in the field of climate change.

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WSP warning against scam calls

“Spoofers” are faking caller IDs to trick people into giving out personal information

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

Opinion

Agriculture is the backbone of state’s economy | Brunell

Some would argue that spring is the most wonderful time of the year in Washington. Throughout our state…

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King County libraries planning to expand hours | KCLS

Many local libraries will start offering expanded hours in late May.

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Opinion

Blame the Republicans | Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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News

King County libraries to get rid of late fees starting May 9

KCLS says late fines generate little revenue, with fines making up less than 1% of KCLS’ budget.

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News

King County Crisis Care Levy passing in first election results

If passed, the property tax levy will help fund behavioral health infrastructure in the region.

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News

Washington’s COVID-19 exposure notification app to end May 11

Washington’s COVID-19 exposure notification app is scheduled to conclude May 11 in tandem with the end of the…

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Opinion

How about that King County property tax vote? | Cartoon

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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Marketplace

How to Print Your Flyer at Home: A Step-by-step Guide

There is no denying the fact that flyers are a fantastic way to advertise your company or event,…

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Opinion

Trick question from the Legislature? | Shiers

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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Opinion

No time to lose on transitioning to clean energy | Guest column

The following letter was co-authored by Kirkland Deputy Mayor Jay Arnold and Issaquah City Councilmember Victoria Hunt, and…

Clayton "Biff" Sebastian | Obituary

Obituaries

Clayton “Biff” Sebastian | Obituary

Please join us on Saturday, April 8th from 2-4 PM as we celebrate the life of our father,…

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Opinion

Magic at the Washington State Supreme Court | Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Cartoon by Frank Shiers: “On March 24, the state Supreme Court ruled that the capital gains tax was…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

Opinion

Skilled worker shortage could derail electrification goals | Brunell

In the race to “electrify everything,” there are glitches that may derail the plan over the next 20…

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Beaver Lake Middle School robotics teams win FIRST Tech Challenge Washington State Championship

Beaver Lake Middle School’s robotics club has been at the pinnacle of middle and elementary school robotics programs…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

Opinion

Pandemic made us realize the value of local pharmacists | Brunell

While the coronavirus clobbered many businesses, pharmacies were not among them. In fact, since the World Health Organization…