Environment Washington’s climate woes: First wildfires, then debris flow Dry soil in burn scars can lead to roaring earthen rivers that are more powerful than mudslides. by Kylie Mohr High Country News / November 16, 2023
Culture Cherry blossom time Early blooming Higan cherries (Prunus x subhirtella), Seward Park. by Jackie Hiltz / March 31, 2013
Environment With gardens like these, who needs a SAD lamp? Coenosium Rock Garden, South Seattle Community College, Arboretum by Jackie Hiltz / February 16, 2012
Culture A garden of May delights The Entrance Garden from The Woods at Chase Garden. by Jackie Hiltz / May 11, 2012
Culture Beauty and diversity at Federal Way rhododendron garden Woodland Garden, Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden by Jackie Hiltz / April 12, 2012
Culture Changes go way beyond the seasonal at the Bellevue Botanical Garden Rich heritage meets big remake. What's the result? by Jackie Hiltz / June 18, 2014
Environment Already-endangered WA salmon may take a hit from flooding As region's rivers overflowed from historic rainfall, the next generation of the struggling fish may have been swept away, too. by Kylie Mohr High Country News / December 23, 2021
Environment Wildfire smoke disrupts flight of migrating birds The Tule geese's journey from Alaska to central Oregon took twice as long in 2020 due to megafires and smoke. by Kylie Mohr High Country News / November 18, 2021