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Gov. signs bill addressing WA retailers’ penny problem

A new Washington state law offers a way to make change in an era without pennies.

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The accolades keep coming for White River High’s Maggee Schmitz. Last week, the Hornet junior was included on the Class 3A all-state basketball team posted by Varsity Washington. This honor follows recognition from the North Puget Sound League 3A, where she is a two-time Player of the Year (after making the all-league first team as a freshman).

Sports

Sports Roundup | March 27 – 21

Last week’s sports scores and meet results.

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WA leaders reconsider Cesar Chavez recognition

State lawmakers and the governor are rethinking how Washington marks the legacy of Cesar Chavez following stunning accusations…

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Obituaries

Eileen Smith

Eileen Marie (Baker) Smith died March 4, 2026, at the age of 84.

The Plateau Outreach Ministries' food bank was revamped and re-opened two years ago; here's a photo from its open house on Feb. 12, 2024. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

Life

Stretch your food dollars with programs that can help | Public Health Insider

Need help affording groceries? Learn how to use SNAP, WIC, and local food banks.

Frank Shiers, Jr. is a longtime King County resident and has drawn political cartoons for over forty years. He creates at least four cartoons a week, which are published in a dozen newspapers.

Opinion

From snowfall fun to rainy day blues | Shiers

All things must end — except Washington’s rainfall.

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Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Displays of emotion are politically ineffective

Reader Jerome Loran says students should understand justice before getting involved in politics.

Marianne Binetti, “The Compleat Home Gardener”

Life

Hype up your spring garden with these hydrangeas | The Compleat Home Gardener

And it’s time to shape those shrubs.

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Obituaries

Ellen Kohfeld

Ellen “Elly” Kohfeld died Feb. 28, 2026, at the age of 77.

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Opinion

Editorial: A look at what got done and what didn’t in Olympia

In a short session, legislators passed consequential bills. But there’s work left for next time.

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Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: The “Millionaire’s Tax” will come for you soon

Reader Jon Buss says Democrats should curtail spending instead of reaching into taxpayer pockets.

Robert Whale can be reached at robert.whale@soundpublishing.com.

Opinion

I’ve been wondering lately about human deceit | Whale’s Tales

Some people lie to everyone around them; others lie to themselves.

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Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: How to be both pro-life and pro-choice

Reader Mark Akers says there should be limits on a “right to choose.”