Opinion
It’s time to laugh instead of cringe at politicians | Whale’s Tales
As humorist and social critic H.L. Mencken wrote, “A man who can laugh, if only at himself, is…
Letters to the Editor
Complaint about political cartoon in the Valley Record | Letters
Cartoonist also responds.
Opinion
Exploring the world, from the Snoqualmie Valley to Ireland | Guest column
My love for the Valley has not disappeared, but instead has grown significantly as I have told my…
Opinion
Here are some troublesome aspects of chemotherapy | Whale’s Tales
As readers of this column may know, I have terminal cancer.
Opinion
Thoughts on Memorial Day and the ultimate sacrifice | Brunell
On Memorial Day, we traditionally honor Americans in our military who gave their lives in battle for our…
Opinion
My heroes include Dickey Betts and Merriman Smith | Whale’s Tales
I admire these guys for very different reasons.
Opinion
Zebra crossing in North Bend | Cartoon by Frank Shiers
Zebras escaped from a trailer last weekend.
Opinion
Let’s all paws and appreciate the wisdom of dogs | Whale’s Tales
I’ve heard people say that human beings are the only creatures that know they will die.
Opinion
County needs to spend your money on veterans as promised | Kathy Lambert
You can attend a town hall in Snoqualmie from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 18 at Snoqualmie…
Opinion
Snake oil salesmen thrive in the social media age | Whale’s Tales
Like Teddy Daniels, a former candidate for Pennsylvania lieutenant, who is prominently featured in a series of doomsday,…
Opinion
About that Tolt Dam alarm | Cartoon by Frank Shiers
While Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) continues to investigate the March 27 Tolt Dam false alarm, it has been…
Opinion
Once upon a time, there was a local journalist | Whale’s Tales
I could call up any large chain store in a city and talk to someone without being told…