Sara-Megan Walsh | The Ledger Are COVID-19 vaccines Interchangeable? There are many questions surrounding Covid-19 vaccines, one of which is whether vaccines can be mixed…
Washington state parks commission approves scaled-back proposal for Navy SEALs training
A state commission has approved the Navy’s use of up to 17 Washington state parks for after-dark stealth training of SEAL teams. The 4-3 vote…
Passion for teaching others led Gomez to education | Local News Stories
Teaching may be a second career for Johnson Elementary School Principal Cheryl Gomez, but education is her first passion. As she pursued a degree in…
What Students Are Saying About Excessive Screen Time, Presidential Priorities and Fashion Statements
Kids, like me, have become attached to their electronics, and it is hard to go a long time without them. There are many harmful effects…
Corky Lee, Iconic Asian American Photographer, Dies of COVID at 73
LegalResearch345 2/Wikimedia Corky Lee, the legendary photographer who dedicated his life to capturing the lives of the Asian American community, has died. He was 73.…
It’s not a trip to Antarctica. Make the leap to winter camping.
MINNEAPOLIS — Camping, like so many activities outdoors during the stress of the pandemic, has new followers. Don’t let a Midwestern winter cool the enthusiasm.…
Pamplin Media Group – Rymer ready to take over city manager duties
Minnesota native’s first day at Tigard City Hall is Feb. 1, replacing Marty Wine who left to become Monmouth’s city manager One thing Steve Rymer…
Keep the ideas behind ‘defund the police,’ but forget the slogan
The Jan. 6 assault on the Capitol finally may have put to rest the debate about the usefulness and efficacy of the “defund the police”…
Hoggetowne at Home brings Gainesville’s annual medieval fair online
Gainesville will take its annual trip back in time through the festivities of the Hoggetowne Medieval Faire — only this year, it will be online.…
Welk Resorts will be sold to Marriott for $430M after 57 years of family ownership
After more than a half-century of family ownership, the Welk Resorts portfolio, including the original Escondido location, is being sold to Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation…
Residents get peek at input on Joplin park projects | Local News
Updates for Ewert Park, safety needs in parks, and trails with added connectivity were the ideas that attracted the most support of Joplin residents in…
Even during pandemic, rec centers can be more accessible | Editorials
Patrons of the Genoveva Chavez Community Center and other city recreational facilities have questions about operations that deserve answers. They believe too few people are…
Buzz Bites: Food security resources and early Valentine’s Day options | Food & Cooking
The 11th annual 12 Days of Christmas fundraiser presented by Nelson 151 raised a new record total: $5,663.28. The money will help Nelson County Pantry…
Service industry works to maintain a welcoming environment in Breckenridge
Nancy Binsfeld works at The Crown in Breckenridge on Tuesday, Jan. 26. Binsfeld was nominated for a guest service award because of her work ethic…
Updates continue along non-motorized Border-to-Border trail in Washtenaw County
WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI — Progress continues along a non-motorized public pathway expected to total 70 miles. The latest segment of the Border-to-Border trail to open…