Opinion
Schultz’s wake-up call: Message from Starbucks’ CEO deserves attention by Congress | Editorial
Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz has struck a strong chord in the country with his call for corporations to…
Opinion
New Beginnings | Superintendent hits it on the nose | Editorial
Issaquah School Supt. Steve Rasmussen has it right when he says, “I love beginnings.” This year, perhaps more…
Opinion
Teach your kids to transition | Patti Skelton-McGougan | Parenting Lifeline
It’s that time of year again when change is in the air. Whether it’s beginning kindergarten, changing grades,…
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When your adult child moves back home | Some tips to ease the transition
With jobs scarce and high student-loan debt, more college kids are moving back home after graduation. If you’re…
Opinion
Car-tab fee now deserves a ‘yes’ vote|Editorial | Update
The King County Council approved the car-tab fee on Monday. It was the right thing to do.
Opinion
Eastsiders deserve to Vote on METRO car tab tax proposal
Voters in King County's Eastside deserve the opportunity to vote on whether or not they should be charged…
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Vote yes on Veterans and Human Services Levy | Editorial
Times are tight, the economy – again – is in trouble and no one knows what to do.…
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Let voters decide the car-tab issue | Editorial
The King County Council plans to vote by Aug. 15 on a proposal to institute a $20 car-tab…
Opinion
The good, the bad and the ugly | Sen. Cheryl Pflug, Maple Valley
The Reporter asked legislators representing Issaquah/Sammamish for their take on the recent legislative session. Today: Sen. Cheryl Pflug…
Opinion
When hikers leave civilization behind, they leave help behind | Opinon
I was climbing the path to Colchuck Lake two weeks ago when I heard the dreadful sound, a…
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Park pass plan a good idea, but … | Editorial
Have you purchased your $30 "Discover Pass" to visit state parks this year? Oops. Make that a $35…
Opinion
Summer can be fun, but dangerous for kids | Parenting Lifeline
Summer vacation is a time for fun and relaxation, but it can also be a dangerous time for…
Opinion
Even in tough times, outdoors still important | Opinion
It’s no secret that this year’s legislative session was a contentious one. Across the country elected officials have…
Opinion
The good, the bad and the ugly | Jay Rodne, North Bend
The Reporter asked legislators representing Issaquah/Sammamish for their take on the recent legislative session. Today: Rep. Jay Rodne…
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The good, bad and ugly of the 2011 legislative session | Rep. Glenn Anderson
The Reporter asked legislators representing Issaquah/Sammamish for their take on the recent legislative session. Today: Rep. Glenn Anderson…
Opinion
Leave fireworks to the pros | Editorial
It's the Fourth of July weekend, or as emergency responders might want to call it "disasters waiting to…
Opinion
A low-key election, but still important |Editorial
It's the election season here in Issaquah and Sammamish, but you'll be forgiven if you haven't noticed it…