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Our country is ready for, and urgently needs, immigration reforms that protect our communities and honor the dignity of every person. more
In April, a handful of students and I were on a committee to give our input on the three finalists for the position of principal at Gig Harbor High School. A day or two later, we … more
One of the hallmarks, if not the dominant trait, of capitalism is competition. Healthy competition can bring out the best in us. A good competition can inspire us to push past our … more
I meet regularly with a group of writers, but I’m not writing. When I start to write my mind fills with news of the day. What is happening in our country comes across as uncaring and heartless: … more
I have trust issues, and maybe you should too. In the cybersecurity world, we operate under an assumption of “zero-trust.” This means that my general operating … more
Our first president had to defeat the British on the battlefield, but to do this he had to contend with smallpox infections. Smallpox affected directly or indirectly nearly everyone … more
After the outbreak of fighting in April 1775 at Lexington and Concord, and the subsequent capture of Fort Ticonderoga by colonial militia, British Gen. Thomas Gage had problems. … more
You loved. That is what mattered. more
Sometimes, the preacher needs to preach. This is one of those times. Our text is Luke 10:30-37, the parable of the Good Samaritan. A man on a journey was attacked by robbers … more
As we saw last month, the fighting at Lexington and Concord April 19, 1775, involved a fast-spreading alarm that continued beyond that day, and beyond Massachusetts. (See the Magical History Tour … more
In my last column, “ Tidings of Clutter and Joy ,” (January 2025), I pondered the angst I felt about overconsumption following last year’s holiday season. I set a few goals for … more
It’s been a minute since I’ve penned a column, but Janice Bryant’s article celebrating the ruralness of our community ( “Local Color,” February 2025 ) inspired me to … more
Editor’s note: An earlier version of this column appeared in the July 2016 edition of Key Peninsula News. Colvos Passage. I was intrigued. The name for the channel between Vashon and … more
The fields are full of growing lambs, weary ewes, and the snip, snip sounds of grazing on bright green spring grass. more
Blurring the line between dictatorship and democracy is dangerous. more
I recently wrapped up my second year playing as a partner athlete on the Unified Basketball team at Peninsula High School. Our program continues to grow year after year, with 45 students … more
This month, we mark the 250th anniversary of the first battles of the Revolutionary War. But the American Revolution was already in motion, long before men began fighting and … more
Did you hear that the Department of Transportation is planning to put a $3 toll on the Purdy Bridge? You hadn’t heard? Must be because it’s not true. Happy April Fool’s … more
It’s going to take all students to foster a more inclusive and non-prejudicial environment.  more
Did you know that women make up the vast majority of true crime enthusiasts? They account for almost 75% of the audience for some of the most popular true crime podcasts, and around 80% of the … more
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