It is interesting to read throughout scriptures how important and often the word “love” is used. We read that faith, hope and love are central to all living, but that love is the greatest of all …

Editor's note: Given the recent reconsideration of the sale of Hawthorne Hall by the City Council, we thought this Muk Revisited column from Aug. 11, 2021, would be of interest to readers. Take a …

At the Seattle Pickleball Open Tournament opening ceremony at the Lower Woodland Tennis Courts in Woodland Park July 26-30, the emcee brought big smiles of pride to three Snohomish County residents: …

Summer in the northern hemisphere has been filled with an unending list of historic extreme weather events in just the first two months of the season. Antonio Guterres, United Nations secretary …

I recently purchased a new “used” car from a dealer located in Bellingham. What made this transaction particularly interesting to me was the apparent disparity in imported automobile pricing in …

Editor’s note: We are returning to a column published in October 2021. It seems timely with Elon Musk’s decision to replace “Twitter” with “X.” X – such a dramatic letter, …

With our youth getting excited about school starting soon, it’s time to think about those unused and somewhere packed away musical instruments and what to do with them. Well, here is a …

Thirteen years ago, I went in search of Anabe Falls with three friends: Michele Harris, Marie Lovell, and Brian Harris. Anabe Falls is east of North Bend, and a long way from Snohomish County. …

How is it that we get into shipwrecks with ourselves or our significant others? Carl Jung, the world renown depth analyst once said, “What we do not make conscious will find a way to enter our …

Besides being physically active, it’s wise to snack wisely, take deep breaths, and eat lots of foods such as veggies, nuts, whole grains, legumes, and fruits. Of course, do not use tobacco …

After almost 40 years in Mukilteo, I now believe Mukilteo elected officials’ plan for the Mukilteo Old Town waterfront area is to make it a nice place to visit but not to live. While writing the …

Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about green funeral options? At age 80, I would like to preplan my funeral and make it as natural as possible. – Old Environmentalist Dear …

There is something to be said about being a part of a community of people that are united in a common goal. Having played and coached soccer for many years when I was younger, I enjoyed the …

Since I’ve been involved in starting companies for my entire career, I thought I’d write about being an entrepreneur. Now the word entrepreneur is from the French economist Jean Baptiste who …

Editor’s note: The following was also signed by Shirley Sutton of the 32nd Legislative District Democrats and Edmonds City Councilmember Jenna Nand. Dear Democratic candidates:  We …

You don’t need a medical degree to understand that accessing care when you need it, in the comfort of your home, is essential to our well-being. Our first statewide long-term care program will help …