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Democrats asserting power in Olympia

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Democrats asserting power in Olympia

When the Washington state Legislature meets in January it will be a short 60-day session as all of…

Editorial Cartoon | Frank Shiers

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Editorial Cartoon | Frank Shiers

Editorial cartoon for Dec. 15, 2017.

Vote in Alabama leaves country with hope

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Vote in Alabama leaves country with hope

Remember how there is usually that one day in February that will be a really warm day and…

Rep. Reeves’ interest in veterans issues is sincere

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Rep. Reeves’ interest in veterans issues is sincere

As the campaign manager of #TeamReeves 2016, I am compelled to responded to Mr. Greene’s letter that was…

Things politicians say and do

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Things politicians say and do

As of the 298th day of his administration, President Donald Trump has made 1,628 misleading claims, according to…

Now is the time to save Weyerhaeuser campus

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Now is the time to save Weyerhaeuser campus

To all who care about the future of Federal Way, join us in saving the Weyerhaeuser campus from…

Editorial Cartoon | Frank Shiers

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Editorial Cartoon | Frank Shiers

Editorial Cartoon for Dec. 8

FWPS EP&O levy will ease tax burden for residents

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FWPS EP&O levy will ease tax burden for residents

Feb. 13 measure would continue funding staff, educational programs crucial for district

Improving schools will do much to attract businesses, residents

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Improving schools will do much to attract businesses, residents

In Keith Livingston’s Dec. 1 article, he stated, among other things, “The city operates at a perception disadvantage;”…

Federal Way no longer safe for residents

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Federal Way no longer safe for residents

I had dinner with my family on Nov. 19 at Jimmy Mac’s off Pacific Highway at The Crossings…

Black and brown | Diversity

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Black and brown | Diversity

Back in 2009, I joined with some of my college colleagues to create the Black and Brown Male…

The Statue of Liberty: Standing tall for diversity | Diversity

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The Statue of Liberty: Standing tall for diversity | Diversity

On Oct. 28, 131 years ago, the Statue of Liberty was dedicated in New York City. The statue…

Teachers deserve everyone’s appreciation | Letter

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Teachers deserve everyone’s appreciation | Letter

The Washington State School Directors Association met before Thanksgiving with the usual lot of expert speakers on what…

Dedicate some charitable dollars to animals | Letter

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Dedicate some charitable dollars to animals | Letter

In the past, at about this time of the year, I have submitted a letter about being careful…

Deputy mayor and new relationships | Inside Politics

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Deputy mayor and new relationships | Inside Politics

With the elections over, you might think that city politics are over as well. That would be wrong.

Editorial Cartoon | Shiers

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Editorial Cartoon | Shiers

Frank Shiers cartoon for Dec. 1

Finding value in Federal Way | My Perspective

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Finding value in Federal Way | My Perspective

This election cycle is over and one would think, based on the candidates’ slogans, speeches, written comments and…

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Reeves’ award was contrived for political reasons | Letter

As an honorably discharged Marine veteran, I like that the Washington state Legislature is taking some steps to…

Federal Way Police Department achieves national accreditation | Guest columnist

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Federal Way Police Department achieves national accreditation | Guest columnist

The Federal Way Police Department’s dedication to protecting our community includes the commitment to holding ourselves accountable to…

No home for the homeless? | Inside Politics

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No home for the homeless? | Inside Politics

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of the year for those of us with homes, fireplaces, food and a…