Opinion

Of course God’s creatures are awesome. Aren’t we all God’s creatures? But if you are an atheist or agnostic then you wouldn’t refer to God’s creatures but to creatures of the earth. No matter what you call it, creation wasn’t perfect. Who would…MORE

For those who are wondering, Colorado was brilliant and beautifully sunny. I walked on a frozen lake for the first time, resulting in so much snow packed into the open toes of my walking boot that I wasn't sure if I had toes anymore. But worth it…MORE

When I wandered in to the SeaTac Senior Center, I didn’t need much help in finding Maxine Hankins and the Hanky Panky Band, which includes Judy Hayes, Carole Wrolgast, Pat Morrison and Larry Broad.

There was a steady flow of festively…MORE

If you still don't have your Christmas tree up, here's a solution like we did when we were kids. You have to get up real early, before the neighbors, even.

We had no money (it was the Great Depression) but there was a big bunch of fir…MORE

By Joey Martinez(Editor’s Note: Joey Martinez is a former Burien City Council candidate.)

The simple answer is Yes and No. It really depends on the context of how you ask the question.

There is certainly a perception of "East"…MORE

(Note: Parts of this Christmas story were originally printed in a 2002 issue of the Times/News.)

Who forgets childhood Christmas memories?

Not me. The thrill of colorful lights in downtown Seattle when our family-- Mom, Dad, Grandma…MORE

By Rep. Mary Lou Dickerson

First a local youth group leader, now a Penn State football coach. State Representative Mary Lou Dickerson says those in charge not only knew about the suspected sexual abuse, they essentially allowed it to…MORE

You'll see a colorful Christmas Tree filled with names in this issue.

(Editor's note: for an easier to read version of Jerry's list, please download the word file attached at the top)

I wanted to share with you why the tree is…MORE

By Georgie Bright Kunkel

The dictionary defines a window as an opening in the wall of a building for admission of light and air. It is usually enclosed by casements or sashes containing transparent material such as glass and capable of…MORE

The Great Depression hit Portland, Oregon in 1929 and like many other cities it had its struggles. Jobs were scarce and sometimes common sense was scarcer.

I was about nine and standing in line with my mom at the Pay n' Take-It grocery…MORE