Opinion
Time to stop those who drive and use their cell phones | Editorial
Anyone who spends any time driving around here won’t be surprised by the following “news” from a recent…
Opinion
State lawmakers get stern warning on education
Democratic and Republican lawmakers are finding themselves once again falling down a rabbit hole in their Sisyphean efforts…
Opinion
Republican Party has legacy of nurturing hope
Our county is named for one of the greatest African Americans in the 20th century — Dr. Martin…
Opinion
Shortage of Medicaid providers leaves gap for many low-income patients
Last June when the Legislature approved the expansion of Medicaid in Washington as part of the Affordable Care…
Opinion
Stimulants a growing concern for teens | Patti Skelton-McGougan
It has been hard to miss all the attention being given to the legalization of marijuana for adults…
News
Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down | Editorial
The Seattle Humane Society, Seahawks fans, U.S. ice dancing winners, Boeing and the Downtown Issaquah Association get our…
Opinion
Governor’s death-penalty stance may hold for future | Jerry Cornfield
Jay Inslee endorsed the death penalty for his entire political career. But once the Democrat became governor and…
Opinion
Voters step up in Issaquah for schools
Voters in the Issaquah did the right thing Tuesday by approving three school issues.
Opinion
CVS pharmacy takes strong step against deadly tobacco | Editorial
More and more, pharmacies are integrating themselves into the healthcare business, many by providing in-store clinics to customers.…
Opinion
The cheers of thousands show our love for the Seahawks | Editorial
If anyone wondered about the love and support people around here have for the Seattle Seahawks, they only…
Opinion
Vote ‘yes’ three times for Lake Washington kids
Lake Washington is ranked consistently as a top performing school district in our state, and includes nationally-ranked schools.…
Opinion
Vote ‘yes’ three times for Lake Washington kids
Voters in Lake Washington can continue their support of high-performing schools with three “yes” votes on Feb. 11.…
Opinion
Super Seahawks
Faster than a speeding wide receiver, more powerful than a Broncos' running back, able to leap tall offensive…
Opinion
The case for Klahanie annexation | Matt Bott
Much of our region is abuzz about the pending vote for Klahanie residents, who now have the choice…
Opinion
Bipartisanship is our responsibility | Sen. Patty Murray
Congress has spent far too much time over the past few years lurching from crisis to crisis and…
Opinion
Today’s cartoon | Jan. 27, 2014
Saving money and watching the Super Bowl at home – priceless.
Opinion
Time for diabetes action is now
Everyone in our community has a friend or relative who has been impacted by diabetes. In many instances,…
Opinion
Vote ‘yes’ for quality schools | Editorial
An important ballot will arrive in Issaquah and Sammamish mailboxes beginning today. The Issaquah School District and the…
Opinion
Nobody starts at the top | Don Brunell
America has always been the land of opportunity for anyone willing to work hard and seek a better…