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Bastyr University has something to offer everyone | OPINION

Welcome, neighbor. You may know much, some or very little about Bastyr University near you in Kenmore.

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Court did its job, Legislature should, too | Editorial

We see some conservatives in our state are upset over what they see as “activism” by the state…

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It doesn’t take much to make a difference | OPINION

It’s been almost 10 years since I graduated high school and while I have now reached my late…

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Money woes: Legislature’s first job is to help the less fortunate | Editorial

Lawmakers got some good news last week as state revenue was projected to be $40 million higher than…

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On the business front, do you like what you see in Redmond? | Editor’s Notebook

I think about stuff as I drive. It’s my one-on-one business meeting time. I make my way to…

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Don’t be afraid to talk openly with your kids about drugs and alcohol | My Turn

We all want to know what our kids are being exposed to at school and within the community.…

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Reporters, readers benefit from using social media | OPINION

When I graduated from the University of Washington’s (UW) journalism program in June 2008, the use of social…

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Simple majority for taxes doesn’t mean legislators have a blank check | Editorial

The state Supreme Court made the right call when it ruled that the Legislature can pass a tax…

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‘Aloha oe,’ coach Wong | Guest Column

Even when snow blanketed the playground in a white fluffy comforter and the rain washed out parts of…

Ann Cohen speaks with attendees at the celebration of life gathering on Wednesday night for her brother

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Many kind words for a cool coach | Editor’s Notebook

I never knew Don Wong, but after attending Wednesday night’s celebration of life event for the popular coach,…

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A call to community action — via the library | My Turn

I love Redmond, but I hardly know her — and that's coming from someone who has volunteered in…

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The future of Washington jobs: science, technology, engineering and math | My Turn

Washington state is at the center of the high-tech industry. Companies like Boeing, Microsoft and Amazon offer our…

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We’re proud Democrats who represent our districts, not a party | Our Turn

Here’s a question we have never heard from a constituent: “Why can’t you be more partisan and divisive…

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Building resilience in our children | My Turn

It turns out resilience is an important mental health characteristic that helps adolescents and adults cope in the…

Lara Jacobs Rigolo carefully balances palm ribs in her “Manipulation” performance under the Cirque du Soleil big top.

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Balance Goddess proves that extra effort goes a long way | Editor’s Notebook

As if there weren’t enough intense, mind-boggling performances already.

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How the Y strengthens from Redmond to Renton | Our Turn

As the pace of our lives moves faster and faster and the demands on our time increase, the…

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Let’s hold off on Armageddon | Editorial

Some in our state are having an OMG moment because Sens. Rodney Tom and Tim Sheldon — both…

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Eastside Rail Corridor: maximizing opportunities | Our Turn

After a decade of work, King County and our regional partners have an unprecedented opportunity to provide transportation…

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Journalism abounds at Rosa Parks | Editor’s Notebook

Rosa Parks Elementary School up on Redmond Ridge is usually in the news about being overcrowded with students.

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Legislators have tough budget decisions to make as session begins | Editorial

The 2013 legislative bell will ring on Monday as local legislators take the ring in Olympia to tackle…