April 9, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Imagine, for a moment, two homes under construction in Washington. Read story
April 8, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
For now, with most people adhering to stay-at-home orders, a drive along Interstate 5 through Portland is relatively pleasant, calm and swift (reminder: travel only if necessary). But eventually we will be back to inching along through the heart of Portland’s east side, cursing the stress-inducing congestion. Read story
April 7, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Two actions last week from Gov. Jay Inslee provided a glimpse into the future as Washington deals with the coronavirus outbreak. In summary, we’re in this for the long haul. Read story
April 5, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
How are you doing? Are you hanging in there? Read story
April 4, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Cheers: To helping out. PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center reports that it is accepting homemade face masks for medical workers to combat a shortage of protective gear. “The community wants to help, and that’s great,” spokeswoman Debra Carnes said. “We appreciate the outpouring of support.” Hospital officials have posted mask-making specifications… Read story
April 3, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Wednesday was Census Day in the United States. While that might not rank up there with Arbor Day or Groundhog Day on your list of priorities, it warrants a reminder that everybody should participate in the decennial counting of residents. Read story
April 2, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
Clark County officials have adopted a reasonable approach to the frightening prospect of a coronavirus outbreak in the local jail. By evaluating inmates on a case-by-case basis and providing releases to reduce the jail’s population, they have done their best to find the difficult balance between public safety and public… Read story
April 1, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
The current coronavirus outbreak will, in the long run, alter American society in ways both large and small. While it is far too early to make predictions about those changes, there is at least one trend that should linger after the pandemic has passed — designated times for seniors at… Read story
March 31, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
The $2.2 trillion stimulus package signed last week by President Donald Trump includes something for just about everybody — including Boeing. Whether the embattled aerospace giant will choose to accept remains in question, but the offer should stand until Boeing is on more secure footing. Read story
March 29, 2020, 6:03am Editorials
While we appreciate President Donald Trump’s optimism about how the United States is dealing with the coronavirus outbreak, some caution is warranted. Epidemiologists warn that the pandemic is far from finished and that the number of victims will continue to grow. Read story
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