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A stump left over from a previous timber cut on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, in Gold Bar, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Lawmakers back timber industry to help reduce WA’s carbon emissions

8 million acres of private forests offset 12% of state’s carbon emissions, says forestry group.

Redmond awards grants for 2020 art season

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Redmond awards grants for 2020 art season

This year’s recipients include Centro Cultural Mexicano, APex, SecondStory Repertory among others.

Insensitive remark by Sen. Kuderer | Letter

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Insensitive remark by Sen. Kuderer | Letter

Many were shocked to learn Sen. Patty Kuderer’s remark in a committee, as seen in a TVW in…

Washington state lawmakers will consider a system that would charge drivers fees based on how many miles they travel. File photo

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Lawmakers hear pitch to replace gas tax with per-mile fees

Transportation officials recommend 10-year transition.

Rolling through the StinkySpoke benefit ride

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Rolling through the StinkySpoke benefit ride

Around 300-plus participants braved the weather and got their cycles rolling in the StinkySpoke benefit ride in Redmond…

Throw in the towel on Matt Shea

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Throw in the towel on Matt Shea

Majority Democrats realize contentious representative is staying

SHARON HAGGERTY ANDERSON

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SHARON HAGGERTY ANDERSON

Sharon Haggerty Anderson joyfully cultivated friendship and love her entire life. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother…

Defiant and determined Matt Shea is poised for a victory lap

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Defiant and determined Matt Shea is poised for a victory lap

The Republican state representative, linked to domestic terrorism, is not likely to get the boot.

Microsoft’s net zero plan to be carbon negative

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Microsoft’s net zero plan to be carbon negative

The company pledges to be carbon neutral by 2030 and carbon negative by 2050.

If passed, Senate Bill 6254 would limit the nicotine concentration of vape products, ban certain flavoring chemicals and require vape manufacturers, distributors and retailers to obtain licenses from the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board. Photo courtesy of ecigarettereviewed.com

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Lawmakers propose sweeping regulations for vaping industry

Bill supporters cite concerns over health issues and teen use.

A proposal by Senate Democrats would require concealed pistol license applicants in Washington state to complete a safety course. File photo

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Democrats seek firearm training requirement for concealed carriers

Republican senator calls proposal ‘unconstitutional.’

Snohomish County man is first U.S. case of new coronavirus

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Snohomish County man is first U.S. case of new coronavirus

A man in his 30s was hospitalized in Everett after contracting the virus during a trip to China.

A day of service at Redmond’s Idylwood Park

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A day of service at Redmond’s Idylwood Park

About a dozen volunteers showed up at the park to help remove non-native plants growing in the woods.

Matt Marshall, leader of the Washington Three Percenters gun rights group, addresses a crowd rallying for Second Amendment rights Jan. 17 at the state Capitol in Olympia. Marshall condemned Republican leadership in the House of Representatives, which expelled Rep. Matt Shea from the Republican Caucus. Marshall announced his candidacy for the 2nd District seat held by House Minority Leader J.T. Wilcox. Photo by Cameron Sheppard, WNPA News Service

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Gun rights advocates rally at Capitol

Criticism levied at Matt Shea investigation, Republican leadership.

Sen. Mona Das, D-Kent, the primary sponsor of SB 5323, speaking on the bill. (Photo courtesy of Hannah Sabio-Howell)

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Proposed law adds a fee to plastic bags at checkout

Senate passes bill to ban single-use plastic bags, place 8-cent fee on reusable plastic bags.

Policy fights, political tension loom for state lawmakers

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Policy fights, political tension loom for state lawmakers

A 60-day session begins Monday. They’ll tackle car tabs, homelessness and whether to expel Matt Shea.

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Redmond Historical Society to host annual membership drive and ice cream social

The event is set for Saturday.

In November 2019, Washington voters approved Initiative 976, which calls for $30 car tabs. Sound Publishing file photo

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Republicans try to guarantee $30 car tabs amid court hangup

Lawmakers sponsor companion bills in the House and Senate.

Networking to recession proof your career

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Networking to recession proof your career

Make a networking plan for yourself. You don’t have do it all in one day.

Gov. Jay Inslee delivered his 2020 State of the State Address on Tuesday, Jan. 14. (Photo courtesy of Washington State Office of the Governor)

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Gov. Inslee delivers State of the State Address

By Leona Vaughn, WNPA News Service