Thursday, October 1, 2026
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Last week was filled with several days of rain alternating with snow and icy roads. And as much as I enjoy sitting in my recliner and watching the snow come down, after a bit I get restless.
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Jarvis Harris and Joe Foss are telling local audiences about their five-week, 4,600-mile tour of Black historical sites across the United States last fall. For additional insights into their …
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While most Confederate monuments are currently being removed or taken down, this one might be a bit of a challenge. It's carved into the side of a mountain and pretty huge.
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Monthslong waits to see a doctor of any specialty, even as an established patient, have become the norm. Being fortunate enough to have a primary care doctor at all is too commonly the …
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On Thursday, Feb 13, "Lacey Loves to Read" will hold a free author event featuring the renowned children and young adult author ...
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Our first trip on the train was from Williamsburg, Virginia, to Washington, D.C. It was interesting since this seems to be a regular mode of transportation up and down the East Coast.
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During these cold, sometimes bleak days in the Pacific Northwest, my mind goes to comfort food. One of my favorites is Eggplant Parmesan.
Many years ago, I worked in a large city on the East Coast with …
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By Shannon Beigert
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2/10/25
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From Philadelphia, the next stop for Jarvis and Joe was The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum in ...
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Imagine several large rooms, filled with educators and district leaders, all enthusiastically learning, debating, and questioning how they can use technology to better serve children with …
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After an emotional visit to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., we drove to ...
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By Jarvis Harris and Joe Foss
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2/6/25
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Our local artists instinctively knew we were going to need a little extra warmth last weekend and thus gave us an array of community activities and performances to fill our weekend. In this …
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By Rachel Benton
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2/6/25
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As January turned to February, we got our first blast of winter: a week or more of sub-freezing, snowy weather. For a bird to successfully reproduce, which is the principal aim of its life, it must …
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The National Museum of African American History & Culture is an absolute masterpiece — thoughtfully curated to highlight both the triumphs and struggles of Black Americans throughout history.
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We almost hesitated to write about this topic because it talks about the profound sadness we experience when we lose a beloved pet, but it is a topic that any pet owner has had to go through at one …
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We chose to fly directly from Seattle to Norfolk, Virginia, on Sept. 24, 2024, to conserve our Amtrak USA Rail Pass privileges, which allow for 10 stops in a 30-day period.
Jarvis’ friend, Johnny …
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Feb 52025 column
The Sage Connection:
Dementia. The word alone can fill us with fearful dread. Normal forgetfulness can sometimes be confused with a more serious condition …
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By Kathleen Anderson
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2/4/25
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I picked up Erik La Prade’s book, "Ancient Light," at Last Word Books this weekend. Last Word Press is the ...
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Just in time for Black History Month 2025, Jarvis Harris and Joe Foss are telling local audiences about their five-week, 4,600-mile tour of Black historical sites across the United States last fall. …
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This recipe represents a modern twist on the traditional Arroz con Pollo. The flavors are much the same, but it uses turkey; cauliflower “rice” is a healthier alternative as it lowers the …
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By Shannon Beigert
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2/3/25
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Artificial intelligence, or AI, is integrating into every part of our lives, including special education. At the same time, many of us have had visions of robots taking over the world, or less …
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By Shannon Sankstone
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1/31/25
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