My grandma on my mother’s side had a favorite saying: “what cannot be cured must be endured.” As a child, I never really liked it when she would tell me that because it usually … more

It's a tough week for the WA Cares Fund, the state’s stab at a socialized long-term-care program. A class-action lawsuit was filed against the law that created the mandatory program and … more

Lowering our flags to half-staff seems to be an all too familiar sight these days. It is a solemn act that recognizes our fallen heroes, whether they be men and women in our armed forces or a … more

This is in response to Erin Van Natta’s letter to the editor about Joe Kent. First, as a veteran myself, I thank Mr. Kent for his service. And, I am impressed by Ms. Van Natta’s … more

Gov. Jay Inslee’s end run around the Legislature banning natural gas in new homes and commercial buildings is a bad idea. Even though the state Legislature adjourned last spring without passing … more

Poland and America are like two trains passing each other in opposite directions. That is becoming increasingly clear as President Joe Biden rolls out his progressive agenda. The key question looking … more

Law enforcement personnel across Southwest Washington inform me that a combination of federal and state policies have triggered crime to increase dramatically and pose a threat to our families and … more

The photographs stop you dead in your scrolling. On the left is a police mug shot of a woman with a hollow and diseased face. Her baggy, half-closed eyes droop with addiction and exhaustion. Her … more

China’s growing dominance of critical metals production and its vast stockpiles is setting off global alarms as economies emerge from the punishing COVID-19 pandemic. It is not only fear of the … more

Although New Zealand and Washington are located half-a-world apart, they have lots in common — beautiful seashores, majestic mountains, crystal clear streams, lakes, and vibrant salmon and … more