Deirdre and Skyler Calhoun are first time homebuyers who recently bought a condo, seen in the background, in Lacey, using a VA loan. (Ken Lambert / The Seattle Times)
Deirdre and Skyler Calhoun are first-time homebuyers who recently bought a condo, seen in the background, in Lacey, using a VA loan. (Ken Lambert / The Seattle Times)
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Anne Wiltgen, dressed as a Jedi, moves to the music of the 8-Bit Brass Band as they busk outside the Emerald City Comic Con on Saturday. She’s with the band that plays music from video games, sci-fi, TV, movies, anime, and cartoons. Comic Con continues Sunday at the Washington State Convention Center. Ref to more photos online LO outside Emerald City Comic Con Saturday Dec 5, 2021 218987
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The rescued green sea turtle, now named Shi Shi, is lifted from a holding pool by Angela Smith, left, Dr. Caitlin Hadfield, hidden, and Lindy McMorran at the Seattle Aquarium where it’s receiving critical care. (Hadfield is the senior veterinarian at the aquarium) Ref to more photos and video online Friday Nov. 19, 2021 Its sex is not yet determined. Age: called sub-adult Found washed ashore at Shi Shi beach near Neah Bay, WA by a Makah tribal member. 218882
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