I’m a real stickler for correct spelling. I’ve been teaching English to foreign students on and off for many years now and I just cannot help myself from correcting everyone’s spelling – pronunciation and grammar too for that matter.
The Washington State election of 2012 battle is on
A woman called us recently to tell us about her concerns regarding two Kirkland transit centers.
Things we really need around here: more rain, holes in our heads, higher taxes and NBA & NHL teams
Did you know the word “republican” is in the U.S. Constitution, but “democracy” is not? Similarly, “contract” is in there, but “subsidy” and “price control” are not.
Kirkland is on a path to buy the “Kirkland Segment” of the Eastside Rail Corridor as a first step in completing the long-planned cross-Kirkland Trail.
What is a caucus? It’s what’s left of a zebra after a hungry pack of lions finishes with it. No, that’s a carcass.
We have received several phone calls, emails, online comments and letters to the editor regarding last week’s cover article, “Eastside pastor vows to fight same-sex marriage legislation.”
Having worked as a school counselor I know all too well the many fifth and sixth grade girls coming down to my office with multiple and ongoing friendship issues.
En route to school in the mornings, I have now become acquainted with seeing at least two civilian automobiles pulled over on the side of the road with Kirkland Police Department vehicles directly behind their back bumpers.
An impressive show of dedication and determination yielded a long-awaited amenity for Kirkland on Saturday.
The continuing misguided adventures of the Super Legislature
At International Community School, most seniors are encouraged to insert a free period into their class schedule, because with so much on our plate, five classes worth of homework rather than six really does make a difference.
The Statement: Status quo versus change during the 2012 election
Is there an end in sight for the legalization of gay marriage?
Kirkland Mayor Joan McBride recently told the Great Kirkland Chamber of Commerce that the proposed bill in Olympia to slash the Annexation Sales Tax Credit (ASTC) would devastate the city’s budget.
Kirkland is buying 5.5 miles of the old rail line from Renton to Snohomish that carried the Dinner Train for years. It’s buying it from the Port of Seattle for $5 million, and may convert it to a bike path and walking trail.
Education funding exams returned today: failing grade.
I have been writing my column for the Reporter for nine weeks now. I have enjoyed the experience of being a small player in the fourth estate.
On Friday morning at about 9 a.m., I was driving to my dental appointment in West Seattle. No cavities, thank you very much.
