Opinion Stories - East King County

A good first step on containing county expenses | Editorial

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Please, no more address labels | Bellevue Voices: Marge Wang

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Art and music stimulate the brain, soothe the soul | Debra C. Ronnholm

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

When children head back to school or preschool this month, chances are they will be engaged in activities that involve the arts.

Three different generations | Jim Hebert

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

There are statistically significant differences between three different age groups: Generation Y (18 to 29), Generation X (30 to 45), and Baby Boomers (46 to 64).

The possibility of surprise | Paul Sutton

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

In the next two months we will be prodded and poked, angered and outraged, moved and pushed by people running for public office. Then, the day after the election, we will all feel a bit used and a bit icky, wondering why we allowed ourselves to feel outrage and anger at processes we barely control.

Today's cartoon | Aug. 30

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Today's Cartoon | Aug. 27

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Is peace beyond our understanding? | 'Lyn Fleury Lambert

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Controversy over Muslims building near "Ground Zero" and the fear of Muslims and Islam, which troubles so many and seems to be escalating, brings to mind Helen Keller and her incredible insight.

Business Spotlight: Interview with Mark Mader, CEO, Smartsheet.com | Sandeep Krishnamurthy

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Bellevue is home to some of the most innovative companies in the world. Meet the CEO of one of your “neighborhood” companies, Smartsheet.com, Mark Mader.

Message to Clint Didier: When you lose, you're out | Editorial

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Developer addresses Highlands TDR deal

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Working together to preserve valuable open space enhances the quality of life for all.

The watchdogs

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

More than the specific concerns about traffic, and landscaping, retail activity or stormwater mitigation, the feeling I got from watching Monday night’s public meeting about the Issaquah Highlands TDR is that the residents don’t trust the managers of their community.

This is not your father’s Rotary

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

My impression of Rotary was peppered with vague childhood memories of my father’s participation a long time ago; old guys, business leaders, and wasn’t there some kind of secret handshake?

Towering over the citizens

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Cartoon for the week of August 27

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Robin Hoods steal in greed, not for good

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Kirkland Police Explorers offers youth opportunity to participate in law enforcement

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Street Pulse

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Cartoon for the week of August 20

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Editorial | Sentence for Breard a joke

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Cartoon for the week of August 13

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Editorial | Switcheroo on public safety

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Whatever comes to mind | New Club K Town offers dancing and more for all ages

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Cartoon for the week of August 27

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Robin Hoods steal in greed, not for good

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Kirkland Police Explorers offers youth opportunity to participate in law enforcement

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Street Pulse

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Cartoon for the week of August 20

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Editorial | Sentence for Breard a joke

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Cartoon for the week of August 13

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Editorial | Switcheroo on public safety

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Whatever comes to mind | New Club K Town offers dancing and more for all ages

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Online poll of the week: Cast your vote now

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Workers Day | Editorial

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

When I think of the Labor Day holiday, I think of my grandfathers. Each was born just before the turn of the last century. My father’s father, Johan, was born just a few months after his family made the long journey by ship from Reykjavik, Iceland, to the promise of America. As a young man, he held many jobs in small towns from Minnesota to Montana.

Tradition vs. values | Editorial

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

The first sign off exit 7A on I-90 reads, “Headlights?” Every time I see it, I wonder, is it asking me if my headlights are on or off? It seems like a sign that no longer pertains to the technology of modern cars whose lights shut off automatically or state law mandating that motorcycles keep them on. If the sign no longer makes sense, why still have it?

An Island of art | Editorial

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Hooray for the Mercer Island Arts Council, which celebrates its 25th anniversary tomorrow at the Art Walk in the Town Center. The Arts Council’s effect on our city has been profound. We may not always know who is behind the events that we take for granted or artwork that we see every day — but the Arts Council’s footprint is everywhere from music in the park, to seminars at the library, to the art on display in so many places.

Do you think Dino Rossi has a winning chance again

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Editorial | Primary loser wrongfully puts the squeeze on

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Do you think Redmond’s Andy Hill will unseat Sen.

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Speak up and be heard, don't let the majority decide for you

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Tech Tips | Choosing the right smart phone for you

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Hey Traffic Guy | Motorists must move over for stationary emergency vehicles

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

Traffic stops, roadside collision investigations, medical responses, and all other roadway services provided by emergency responders are potentially dangerous due to passing traffic. According to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, over 150 U.S. law enforcement officers have been killed since 1999 after being struck by vehicles along highways. These incidents are the third leading cause of death for law enforcement personnel.

Villeneuve | Voters goe for familiar faces in the primary

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

If there's an anti-incumbent, electoral revolt going on in the United States this year, voters in the Evergreen State evidently aren't interested in playing a part in it.

Do you think Redmond needs two new ER facilities (

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

It’s no longer just a Dream | Obama wins presidency

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:39 PDT

This is not your father’s Rotary

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:40 PDT

My impression of Rotary was peppered with vague childhood memories of my father’s participation a long time ago; old guys, business leaders, and wasn’t there some kind of secret handshake?

Developer addresses Highlands TDR deal

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:40 PDT

Working together to preserve valuable open space enhances the quality of life for all.

Cell out

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:40 PDT

Now we have cell tower standards which codify corporate insensitivity to the impact they have on neighborhoods, stamped with the approval of our elected representatives.

Towering over the citizens

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:40 PDT

The watchdogs

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:40 PDT

Who’s using Twitter in the Snoqualmie Valley?

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:40 PDT

North Bend downtown should have bigger role in Festival at Mount Si

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:40 PDT

More Snoqualmie Valley festivals make for healthier economy

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:40 PDT

What good do North Bend traffic changes do?

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:58:40 PDT

First there were roundabouts. Then there were the senseless left-turn lanes (Bendigo Boulevard and Main Street) and the elimination of two southbound lanes on Bendigo approaching the freeway. And now, there are extended, elongated corners.