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Daisey and Darla, two micro-mini Scottish Highland cows, had to be walked across the bridge to become part of a the local Heritage Farm School’s Montessori program. Photo courtesy Tara Twiggs Daisey and Darla, two micro-mini Scottish Highland cows, had to be walked across the bridge to become part of a the local Heritage Farm School’s Montessori program. Photo courtesy Tara Twiggs

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Tales from the Trail, Part II: It’s a zoo out there

Have you seen the cows? Eagles? How about the five-foot-something raccoon?

Photo courtesy Pierce County The Spiketon Ditch Bridge closed in November 2023, cutting off Buckley (and eventually, Enumclaw) recreationalists from accessing the vast majority of the Foothills Trail.

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Pierce County to celebrate Spiketon Bridge opening

An organized walk and two bike rides will take you to the Sept. 13 party.

Photo courtesy Enumclaw Plateau Farmer’s Market

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Enumclaw Plateau Farmer’s Market third in “state choice” competition

Thousands of people support the market every year — which could be enough to boost Enumclaw into regionals…

Marianne Binetti, "The Complete Home Gardener"

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This is the prime time to fertilize your yard | Binetti

Fall plant food slowly release nutrients into the soil, keeping it healthy all winter long.

Kent-based Rainier Youth Choirs has open enrollment this month for the upcoming season. COURTESY PHOTO, Rainier Youth Choirs

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Rainier Youth Choirs invites young singers for 19th season

South King County singers grades 2-12 can join now, with rehearsals beginning Sept. 15.

Photo courtesy King County The Foothills Trail bridge went from a fun way to add recreation into the lives of Plateau residents into a lifeline, as hundreds, if not more, of people are using the bridge in some capacity to detour around the White River Bridge closure.

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Tales from the Trail: Vignettes of disrupted lives from the White River Bridge closure

I talked to about a dozen people on the Foothills Trail about how the bridge closure is affecting…

Marianne Binetti, "The Compleat Home Gardener"

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Did something not grow too well? Here are some replacement suggestions | The Compleat Home Gardener

It’s the start of the fall season for gardeners.

Courtesy photo The coming Adventure Van Expo at the Enumclaw Expo Center bills itself as a “perfect space to hang out with other van owners and connect with the van life community.”

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Adventure Van Expo rolls into Enumclaw

The consumer expo features custom van builds, a DIY contest, camping, live music, and more Sept. 6 -…

Photos by Ray Miller-Still The city of Black Diamond’s Labor Days event shouldn’t be missed. Here are some photos from last year’s field games.

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At A Glance community calendar | September 2025

Black Diamond’s Labor Days is this weekend, and Maris Farms’ Sunflower Days are on weekends.

Photo by Washington State Parks Both non-motorized and motorized boating is allowed on Lake Easton.

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Lake Easton: a reservoir of recreational activities

An open water oasis next to the highway.

Marianne Binetti, "The Compleat Home Gardener"

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Can dahlias go blind? And other questions answered | The Compleat Home Gardener

It could be a lack of water, or even the wrong fertilizer.

Riley Carel is an unusual rodeo competitor in that he doesn’t run a farm or own a ranch. Instead, he works at Babbitt Insurance. Here he is at the Longview, WA Rodeo in late July. Photo by Elaine Kimball / Elaine’s Images

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Local calf roper preps for Enumclaw Pro Rodeo, aims for NPRA finals

Riley Carel spends his weeks at his desk job, but summer weekends find him traveling around the PNW…

PHOTO BY SHARON HANSON A large swimming area is a popular feature at family-friendly Wenatchee Confluence State Park. Here, Rosie enjoys a quick dip in the Columbia River on a warm day.

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Wenatchee Confluence State Park: Don’t let its tiny size fool you

Camping, beaches, and the longest loop trail in the state are only some of its features.