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OfferUp co-founder tries to save the planet one podcast at a time

Nick Huzar’s “Stuff TV” is a weekly podcast featuring experts in the field of climate change.

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WSP warning against scam calls

“Spoofers” are faking caller IDs to trick people into giving out personal information

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Agriculture is the backbone of state’s economy | Brunell

Some would argue that spring is the most wonderful time of the year in Washington. Throughout our state…

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King County libraries planning to expand hours | KCLS

Many local libraries will start offering expanded hours in late May.

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Blame the Republicans | Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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Richard (Dick) Neal Erdman | Obituary

Richard (Dick) Neal Erdman was born January 15, 1933 in Minot, ND. The younger of two siblings, he…

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King County libraries to get rid of late fees starting May 9

KCLS says late fines generate little revenue, with fines making up less than 1% of KCLS’ budget.

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King County Crisis Care Levy passing in first election results

If passed, the property tax levy will help fund behavioral health infrastructure in the region.

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Washington’s COVID-19 exposure notification app to end May 11

Washington’s COVID-19 exposure notification app is scheduled to conclude May 11 in tandem with the end of the…

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How about that King County property tax vote? | Cartoon

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Trick question from the Legislature? | Shiers

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No time to lose on transitioning to clean energy | Guest column

The following letter was co-authored by Kirkland Deputy Mayor Jay Arnold and Issaquah City Councilmember Victoria Hunt, and…

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Magic at the Washington State Supreme Court | Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Cartoon by Frank Shiers: “On March 24, the state Supreme Court ruled that the capital gains tax was…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Skilled worker shortage could derail electrification goals | Brunell

In the race to “electrify everything,” there are glitches that may derail the plan over the next 20…

Charles Hansen | Obituary

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Charles Hansen | Obituary

Charles Franklin Hansen departed this world on February 13, 2023 at his home in Goodyear, AZ. Charlie (Chas…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Pandemic made us realize the value of local pharmacists | Brunell

While the coronavirus clobbered many businesses, pharmacies were not among them. In fact, since the World Health Organization…

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5 Best Writing Services for College Papers. College Papers for Sale

When you’re experiencing paper writing difficulties, it’s always a stressful situation because you have no idea what to…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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America needs ‘all of the above’ energy approach | Brunell

In 2023, one of the most significant shifts America needs is to return to an “all of the…