Why are we starting school before Labor Day? | Cartoon for Sept. 1 – Frank Shiers
Fall is finally here. The leaves are turning yellow and red; families and teachers are settling in with back-to-school schedules. It’s the perfect time to make reducing, reusing, and recycling part of new routines at home and school.
School books in 1996 and 2016 | Cartoon for Aug. 31 – Frank Shiers
The Northshore Utility District’s long-time commissioner, Margaret Wiggins, passed away unexpectedly on Aug. 24 at age 63. She served on the District’s Board of Commissioners continuously since 1998.
This Labor Day, let’s honor the hardworking men and women who keep America running. But let’s also remember the millions of aspiring Americans who are forced to work and live in the shadows due to our broken immigration system.
Hackers got my personal information | Cartoon for Aug. 29 – Frank Shiers
Summer’s end has always been one of my most favorite times of year. I loved going back to school. It meant seeing my friends again, and a fresh start with new teachers and new challenges. The key was having the right tools – No. 2 pencils, plenty of paper and a brand new Trapper Keeper to hold it all together.
The state is about to get new standards for water quality calibrated in part on how much fish we eat.
The new McMenamin’s is a wonderful addition to Bothell.
Last night there was over 5,000 people in the King County region that did their best to cover themselves in blankets, sheets, and sleeping bags in order to get a nights rest.
Political hot potato | Cartoon for Aug. 22 -Frank Shiers
I just read the article “Candle causes Bothell apartment fire” in the Aug. 19 Bothell/Kenmore-Reporter news.
Why are you parents cheering? | Cartoon for Aug. 18 – Frank Shiers
Summer is almost over – thank goodness | Cartoon for Aug. 15 – Frank Shiers
Washington’s Nathan Adrian wins two gold, two silver | Cartoon for Aug. 15 – Frank Shiers
Bellevue High School football sanctions | Cartoon for Aug. 12 – Frank Shiers
The following is a release from Snohomish County:
Charter Schools back to school supply list | Cartoon for Aug. 9 – Frank Shiers
In the early morning on July 22, the historic Mercantile Building on east Main Street caught fire. The building, designed to be rental units, was under construction. The four floors of wood framing were almost done but completely open. When the fire broke out, it quickly turned into an inferno – a very hot fire. Smoke and hot embers spread north to Maywood Hills. You can still see the embers on the playground at Maywood Hills Elementary.
Football season is back and so are the Hawks | Cartoon for Aug. 5 – Frank Shiers