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KCLS: Much to celebrate from 2019 and in the year ahead

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KCLS: Much to celebrate from 2019 and in the year ahead

A column from the King County Library System.

We must keep firearms away from violent offenders | Guest editorial

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We must keep firearms away from violent offenders | Guest editorial

It’s common sense.

Five reasons to love your recycling driver | Guest editorial

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Five reasons to love your recycling driver | Guest editorial

Maybe this year, consider that person who makes your life easier and helps keep our community clean, green,…

Clyde Ford speaks at Bellevue First United Methodist Church. One of the things he spoke about was how other countries have approached the topic of race and racism. Samantha Pak/staff photo

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We need to, but how do we talk about race? | Windows and Mirrors

Racism is still an issue in this country. How can we have constructive conversations to move forward and…

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…

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

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.

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.

United Methodist Church: To split or not to split | Windows and Mirrors

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United Methodist Church: To split or not to split | Windows and Mirrors

Local clergy from Eastside United Methodist Churches weigh in on the church’s future regarding LGBTQ+ inclusion.

Better mental health care needed | Letter

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Better mental health care needed | Letter

Mayor Angela Birney’s vision statement was just released — “A connected community that enhances livability and sustains the…

Twenty recycling resolutions for 2020 | Guest editorial

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Twenty recycling resolutions for 2020 | Guest editorial

Here are some tips for going green in the new year.

With five elections, get ready to vote a lot in 2020

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With five elections, get ready to vote a lot in 2020

It will be a busy year as voters decide the fate of school bonds and help choose the…

Accept the vote and move on | Letter to the editor

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Accept the vote and move on | Letter to the editor

This is in response to “Affirmative action measure fails but could resurface in 2020” by Jerry Cornfield on…

The best Christmas gift | Letter to the editor

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The best Christmas gift | Letter to the editor

At about 11 a.m. on Dec. 20, I was involved in a motor vehicle accident at intersection of…

Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo

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Despite ruling on Public Records Act, we need to keep a close eye on Olympia

Washington Supreme Court upholds that state legislators are subject to the Public Records Act.

Come for the conversation, stay for the friendships | Windows and Mirrors

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Come for the conversation, stay for the friendships | Windows and Mirrors

Talk Time classes allow English language learners to practice their speaking and conversation skills.

Election quirks: Drop boxes, tossed ballots, fickle voters

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Election quirks: Drop boxes, tossed ballots, fickle voters

Before turning the page on the November election, here are a few questions to ponder.

Rifts, not gifts: Habib, Republican senators at odds this holiday season

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Rifts, not gifts: Habib, Republican senators at odds this holiday season

OLYMPIA — Stuck on what gifts to give Lt. Gov. Cyrus Habib and Republican state senators this holiday…

Go green, don’t be a Grinch — holiday waste reduction

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Go green, don’t be a Grinch — holiday waste reduction

Some tips on how to reduce waste this holiday season.

Helping neurodivergent students navigate higher education | Windows and Mirrors

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Helping neurodivergent students navigate higher education | Windows and Mirrors

The Neurodiversity Navigators program at Bellevue College offers various services to students who are on the autism spectrum.