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Just the word “smoothie” calls to mind a soothing, cooling sippable meal in a tall, frosty glass. An easy breakfast or expeditious snack, a smoothie is the deliciously healthy cousin to an ice cream shake.

Tips to whip up healthful, satisfying smoothies

June 26, 2024, 6:02am Food

Just the word “smoothie” calls to mind a soothing, cooling sippable meal in a tall, frosty glass. An easy breakfast or expeditious snack, a smoothie is the deliciously healthy cousin to an ice cream shake. The only equipment you need is a good blender. (I can attest that a food… Read story

Easy summer chicken and fennel dish all made in one pot

June 26, 2024, 6:02am Food

My Italian friend, Daniela Musio, loves to cook. So, when she mentioned that her family likes her special easy summer dish, I asked her about it. Read story

Impressive curry chicken dish easy to put together

June 26, 2024, 6:01am Food

Last year, fans all over the world broke out their tea sets and watched the coronation of King Charles III. But no Anglophile can live on tea alone. Scones, clotted cream and, in many cases, coronation chicken were served alongside that perfectly brewed pot of Earl Grey. Read story

Buffalo chicken sans the wings

June 26, 2024, 6:00am Food

I’m a big fan of Buffalo chicken wings. The heat and the sourness from the hot sauce, contrasted with the cool, creamy, slightly funky blue cheese dressing, takes chicken to a new level. I love everything about them — except the wings. Read story

Vote nears on ending ‘endangered’ status for WA wolves

June 25, 2024, 5:24pm Latest News Free

The Washington State Fish and Wildlife Commission will decide next month on lowering gray wolves’ status under the state’s endangered species law. Read story

In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, the return capsule of the Chang’e 6 probe is seen in Siziwang Banner, northern China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. China’s Chang’e 6 probe has returned on Earth with rock and soil samples from the little-explored far side of the moon in a global first.

A Chinese lunar probe returns to Earth with the world’s first samples from the far side of the moon

June 25, 2024, 8:33am Life

China’s Chang’e 6 probe returned on Earth with rock and soil samples from the little-explored far side of the moon in a global first. Read story

As Southeast First Street is under construction, patrons of English Estate Winery might be confused by roadwork and how they can access the winery, which is open for business. The winery does most of its business in the summer. At top, a sign guides visitors to the winery entrance.

English Estate Winery owner says she had about a week’s notice before First Street construction shut down traffic

June 25, 2024, 6:07am Business Subscriber Exclusive

Summer is normally a busy time of year for English Estate Winery in east Vancouver. But this year, road construction directly in front of the winery means customers don’t realize they can still access the business. Read story

Clark College biology professor Steven Clark takes a bee survey Monday at one of Clark College’s bee gardens. The college became a Bee Campus USA affiliate in 2023.

Professor takes stock of bees at Clark College’s bee campus

June 25, 2024, 6:06am Clark County News

The Fourth of July isn’t the only time Clark County residents get to see a dazzling display of color. The wildflowers at Clark College’s bee gardens are in full bloom. From the scarlet red of ornamental poppies to the stark white and lemon yellow of daisies to the vivid blues,… Read story