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Farms' problems with a herbicide may be back

Fri, Aug 6, 2 a.m.

By Bill Richards

Some farms in Whatcom County are finding their crops failing, and researchers have found traces of a herbicide mainly used in Eastern Washington. A WSU researcher said he feared a repeat of problems that occurred a decade ago when the state decided against banning usage of a powerful herbicide.

BP, oil agenda have left state, U.S. unprepared

Thu, Jun 10, 2 a.m.

By Fred Felleman

The slow motion unfolding of disaster had a long buildup, as the influence of Big Oil shaped decisions that left everyone unprepared for a catastrophe. Much the same influence is at work here, where BP has a large presence and the inland waters, Olympic Coast and Columbia River are at risk.

On the urban fringes: small farms arising

Wed, Mar 17, 2 a.m.

By Bill Richards

While big farms are slipping in number, Washington is seeing a rise in small farms, the main supplies of farmers markets. Developers are now treating a small farm as an attractive amenity, attracting those hooked on the FarmVille fantasy game.

Threatened landmark with powerful connections

Mon, Mar 8, 2 a.m.

By Knute Berger

An obscure 92-year-old Bainbridge Island school building, facing demolition, has ties to the birth of Bill Gates' alma mater.

Our low-snow winter means local economic problems

Fri, Feb 12, 2 a.m.

By Stephen H. Dunphy

For farmers, dam operators, and others worried about low snowpack, the next couple of months are key.

Public schools and why we leave

Mon, Dec 14, 2 a.m.

By Ann Bauer

A personal tale of frustration, regret and, ultimately, white flight from Seattle Schools.

Cliff Mass, what was that slop outside?

Wed, Apr 15, 6 a.m.

By Knute Berger

For a variety of reasons, our weather is confusing. Fortunately, if a weather expert doesn't get through to you, here's some Northwest folk wisdom to fall back on.

Mellow Seattle: maybe too mellow on crime?

Wed, Apr 8, 3 p.m.

By Ted Van Dyk

Why do we tolerate so much open crime on Seattle streets?

Puget Sound foot ferries migrate to San Francisco

Mon, Jan 12, 6 a.m.

By Matt Rosenberg

The Bay Area makes use of our former foot ferries, and then some, all paid for by tolls.

Bringing back the wolves of Olympic National Park

Mon, Oct 20, midnight

By Eric de Place

A new study reveals the changes wrought on Olympic National Park's ecosystem when the wolves disappeared, presenting a compelling argument for reintroducing them.