Street smarts: ‘Flagging changed my life,’ says Seattle business owner
Though outside regardless of the weather, standing on concrete eight or more hours a day, flagger Tamara Harris loves “the independence and fresh air, looking...
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Woodinville cat groomer puts his finicky clients at ease VIEW
Alex the Cat Groomer says confidence is key to keeping his customers calm. “The cat senses if you’re nervous," Perry says." If you know what...
On Vashon Island, it’s tradition: Candidates for ‘mayor’ buy votes VIEW
VASHON ISLAND — If ever there were an election in which money talks, this is it. According to The Washington Post, the better-funded candidate wins...
The war of the weeds at University of Washington Botanic Gardens | Northwest Wanderings VIEW
Horticulturalists, arborists and visitors alike find peace at the University of Washington Botanic Gardens. Northwest Wanderings is an occasional column that explores places and communities...
‘Alpha penguin’ Celine Pardo keeps Woodland Park Zoo’s 41 Humboldts healthy and happy | Northwest Wanderings VIEW
All 41 of the Humboldt penguins at the Woodland Park Zoo look up to their primary keeper, Celine Pardo. Northwest Wanderings is explores places and...
Great blue herons building their nests to hunker down for season WATCH
Northwest Wanderings, a column that explores places and communities through photos, checks on the Seattle area's great blue herons.
Ratfish Wranglers’ skipper, Ray Troll, is hooked on fish-based music, art, nature WATCH
Artist and naturalist Ray Troll brought his band, the Ratfish Wranglers, to Fort Worden for a weeklong residency.
Four chickens are the stars of this artist’s Shoreline backyard VIEW
Meet Julie White's four hens: Bindin, Chips, Neptune and Peepen.
This famed Central Area salon has a new look, but DeCharlene Williams’ spirit still infuses it VIEW
The Central District trailblazer's legacy is being continued by family and extended family.
Dad had a secret plan for teen daughter’s quinceañera party in Marysville VIEW
Dulce Ramos' family hosted a big celebration for her 15th birthday, with a dinner, dancing and traditional ceremonies. And the evening included a surprise for...
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