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State Department of Health recommends getting a shot

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He retired as president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. He can be contacted at thebrunells@msn.com.

Opinion

Why should the threat to Taiwan concern us in WA? | Brunell

Unfortunately, what happens in Taiwan doesn’t just stay in Taiwan — it impacts us.

Constant Toohey | Obituary

Obituaries

Constant Toohey | Obituary

Constant Toohey, 87, of Tacoma, WA died Tuesday, October 5, 2021.

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News

State AG Ferguson leads effort supporting local journalism

Federal legislation offers tax credits to subscribers, businesses and news organizations

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Letters to the Editor

Federal Way crime and cops; county’s homelessness program | Letters

City excelled in embracing county’s homelessness program

2021 Honda Ridgeline AWD Sport

Life

Car review: 2021 Honda Ridgeline AWD Sport

By Larry Lark, contributor

2021 Genesis GV80 Prestige

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Car review: 2021 Genesis GV80 Prestige

By Larry Lark, contributor

2021 Toyota Sienna Platinum hybrid minivan

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Car review: 2021 Toyota Sienna Platinum hybrid minivan

By Larry Lark, contributor

2022 VW Taos

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Car review: 2022 VW Taos

By Larry Lark, contributor

2022 Ford Bronco Sport

Life

Car review: 2022 Ford Bronco Sport

By Larry Lark, contributor

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He retired as president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. He can be contacted at thebrunells@msn.com.

Opinion

Our economy works when consumers pick winners | Brunell

Poland and America are like two trains passing each other in opposite directions. That is becoming increasingly clear…

2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA35

Life

Car review: 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA35

By Larry Lark, contributor

(Seated L-R) Mayor Jim Ferrell, Erica Norton, Greg Baruso, Jack Walsh, Leandra Craft, Renae Seam and Jack Dovey on Oct. 6. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Candidates talk tourism, trespassing and more at Federal Way Chamber forum

The Oct. 6 luncheon forum focused on the business community, local economy.

Robert Toomey, CFA/CFP, is Vice President of Research for S. R. Schill & Associates on Mercer Island.

Business

Is cryptocurrency really an investment? | Guest column

Undoubtedly you have heard about the new form of money known as digital or “crypto” currencies.

Dr. Jayendrina Singha Ray serves as Faculty of English at Highline College. Her research interests include postcolonial studies, spatial literary studies, British literature, and rhetoric and composition. Prior to teaching in the U.S., she worked as an editor with Routledge and taught English at colleges in India.

Opinion

What the Afghan wants to say: Arezo’s journey to America | Guest column

In our little Zoom room, I hear my interviewee break into sobs. Her part of the Zoom room…

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News

Federal Way City Council to rescind vote after mistake on agenda limits public comment

Special meeting held Sept. 28; first reading of permanent housing, emergency shelter bill to be held Oct. 5.

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He retired as president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. He can be contacted at thebrunells@msn.com.

Opinion

Reasons to ban Gov. Jay Inslee’s natural gas ban | Brunell

Column: Switching from natural gas to electricity is complicated and will impact everyone.

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He recently retired as president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and now lives in Vancouver. He can be contacted at thebrunells@msn.com.

Opinion

Vaccinations improve our health and employment numbers | Brunell

It is not surprising that COVID-19, which ravaged the world, was disastrous for our country’s economy. Millions died…

Sandra Jean Wolf | Obituary

Obituaries

Sandra Jean Wolf | Obituary

Sandra Jean Wolf died peacefully in her sleep on August 31, 2021.

Providence employees look at anti-vaccine mandate protesters as they cross the street outside of Providence Regional Medical Center Everett on Aug. 18, 2021. Olivia Vanni/Sound Publishing

Opinion

Editorial: A message to the unvaccinated and unmasked

We know you’re frustrated with mandates and advice, but consider our frustrations and, yes, our anger.