Politics This is the centennial of Ballard's lack-of-independence day! The Ballard bell tower will be draped in black to mark the 100th anniversary of the town's annexation by Seattle. (City of Seattle) by Paul Andrews / May 28, 2007
Culture Our Mother's Day gift guide Via Spiga 'Cove' Pump (Nordstrom) and Lowa Mountain Expert GTX Mountaineering Boot (REI). by Meredeth McMahon / May 9, 2007
Culture Where have the budget boutiques gone? The Frock Shop in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood. (Frock Shop) by Meredeth McMahon / April 28, 2007
Culture Daylighting Seattle's parks department Open, placid Green Lake Park in Seattle. by Paul Andrews / April 25, 2007
Culture Multitasking at the speed of fright David Halberstam's traffic death makes one wonder if lower speed limits would calm our frenzied streets. by Paul Andrews / April 24, 2007
Environment Whatcom County farmers blame Canada for Nooksack River bacteria The pollution poses a threat to the Portage Bay shellfish beds of the Lummi Nation and raises health concerns for valley residents. by Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / June 23, 2023
Culture A no-sweat, forward-looking clearance sale strategy Our fashion maven says there's plenty of summer clothing marked down that can be adapted for other seasons, especially in the Northwest. by Meredeth McMahon / September 2, 2007
Culture How to maneuver the legendary Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Among our fashion maven's tips: Make a list of things you want, then grab and buy and worry about size later. by Meredeth McMahon / July 11, 2007
Culture Summer fashions for men who don't want to think too much Clockwise from top left: Tommy Bahama shirt, shark swim trunks, linen trousers, and flat-front chino shorts. by Meredeth McMahon / June 18, 2007