Business
The forces behind our current COVID-induced inflation | Guest column
Recent inflation numbers have been quite high and at levels not seen for 40 years.
Business
The ‘year end’ elements of financial planning | Guest column
With the end of the year fast approaching, we remind clients that now is a good time to…
Business
How financial planners address plan uncertainty | Guest column
One of the key challenges we face as financial planners is dealing with the uncertainties around forecasts and…
Opinion
Our economy works when consumers pick winners
Government intrusion never works — and it leads to shortages, high prices and missed opportunities.
Business
Is cryptocurrency really an investment? | Guest column
Undoubtedly you have heard about the new form of money known as digital or “crypto” currencies.
Business
Grocery store workers have right to wear Black Lives Matter buttons
National Labor Relations Board ruling against ban by Kroger-owned QFC, Fred Meyer
Business
Bush’s 9/11 epilogue needs to be America’s prologue
We needed a reminder of the way our country came together after 9/11. We got it from George…
Business
Vaccinations improving health, employment
Presidents Trump and Biden have given us a powerful tool to bring our country roaring back.
Business
America’s band of roughnecks fueled allied D-Day mission
Remembering how American skill contributed mightily to the English war effort.
Business
COVID, droughts put local sheep sanctuary in jeopardy
Owner Carolynn Bernard took to GoFundMe in hopes of raising money to make it through the winter.
Business
Recycling batteries key to protecting our planet
Americans already toss about 180,000 tons per year, and electric cars are just hitting the scene.
Business
Stop, Rethink State’s Long Term Care Law | Brunell
People need long term care. But the Washington Cares Act might not be the best answer.
Business
Japan’s hydrogen pilot may work in Washington
The Evergreen state already excels at using renewable energy. What if we added hydrogen to the mix?