Battery-operated locomotives on their way | Don Brunell

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Battery-operated locomotives on their way | Don Brunell

Freight railroads have emitted less carbon dioxide since 2000, but a battery-powered train could make those gains even…

We shouldn’t follow Sweden’s green haste | Don Brunell

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We shouldn’t follow Sweden’s green haste | Don Brunell

In their quest to immediately end carbon-emitting fuels, Swedish lawmakers passed a three-fold tax increase on those fuels.

Alternative to flaring natural gas | Don Brunell

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Alternative to flaring natural gas | Don Brunell

Flaring happens primarily when there is insufficient pipeline capacity to carry natural gas from wellheads to natural gas…

America’s renewed interest in the moon | Don Brunell

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America’s renewed interest in the moon | Don Brunell

There’s a new space race — and this time, it’s not just governments who are competing.

No green cheese, drill sergeant | Don Brunell

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No green cheese, drill sergeant | Don Brunell

What is the wisdom in space exploration?

Wapiti Woolies legacy continues with new owners

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Wapiti Woolies legacy continues with new owners

John and Karlyn Clark just bought the Greenwater business in June. But don’t worry — the huckleberry ice…

Restoring affordable college education vital to America | Don Brunell

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Restoring affordable college education vital to America | Don Brunell

In 2018, 70 percent of students had to take out loans.

The rare earth metal dilemma | Don Brunell

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The rare earth metal dilemma | Don Brunell

These 17 elements are critical for many products, from smart phones to major weapon systems.

Family-owned businesses are the backbone of America | Don Brunell

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Family-owned businesses are the backbone of America | Don Brunell

Family businesses account for 50 percent of our country’s GDP.

Clark touts benefits of Sound Birth method

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Clark touts benefits of Sound Birth method

Kelly Clark has a rather specific audience for her professional services.

Tourists bring dollars to mountain communities

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Tourists bring dollars to mountain communities

More than 1.5 million people came to Mount Rainier in 2018, and spent $55 million in nearby communities.

Keeping things natural come Hell or High Water

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Keeping things natural come Hell or High Water

Desiree and Kevin Helfrick started their garden in a Seattle apartment. Now they’re in charge of 5 acres,…

Rogers opens chiropractic practice

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Rogers opens chiropractic practice

Beau Rogers played college baseball until a career-ending injury, leading him down the path of chiropractics.