That are many different holiday traditions not only around the world, but for locals there are several right here in Mill Creek. And two of the big can't-miss ones are the lighting of the large …

There was doom and gloom around the world due to the flu epidemic, killing more and more people every minute. It started in February and, by late November of 1918, the U.S. was battling the …

In 1990, November became Native American Heritage Month. A month where we acknowledge the culture, traditions, and achievements of the original inhabitants and their descendants. With this goal, …

From Nov. 24 to Nov. 30 is National Book Week, and with this in mind, who of us has not heard the saying "goody two shoes"? Today, those mildly derogatory words are defined by the Oxford Language …

Driving west to an appointment on 128th Street SE and in a foggy area, I noticed all cars but three, all white ones, had their lights on. I knew the oncoming lights were on for safety because I could …

Those of us who wore an armed forces uniform know when the late evening voice came over the compound loudspeaker “mail call” smiles came to many of our faces. For those who received mail, their …

I will say right up front that this article may bring back some disturbing feelings. If so, consider writing them down or talking to someone. According to the American College of Obstetricians …

Since October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, let’s talk about ways to de-escalate a potentially aggressive situation. While serving my pre-retirement years and long before I became a …

“Oyez, Oyez! Oyez! All person having business before the honorable Supreme Court of the United States are admonished to draw near and give their attention, for the court is now sitting. God save …

Although it seems to be a common gospel that anything is possible, James Madison wrote in The Federalist in 1789 that, "As long as the reason of man continues fallible, and he is at liberty to …

Once again, there they were. Newspapers with bold headlines degrading real estate ads in which those entrepreneurs were trying to envelope our city’s prestigious name into what I consider their …

Editor’s note: This article references suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You can also call the network, previously known as the …

That poignant pain is around us and, sad to say, within us all. The great American composer Irving Berlin (1888-1989) left us with many memorable songs, and this thought: “The song is ended but …

Salvador Dali was right on when he preached: "A true artist is not one who is inspired, but one who inspires others." After reading the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) website, I learned …

At the opening ceremony of the Lower Woodland Tennis Courts at Woodland Park July 26-30 Seattle Pickleball Open Tournament, the emcee brought big smiles of pride to three Mill Creekers: Sen.John …

With our youth getting excited since school starting soon, it's time to think about those unused and somewhere packed away musical instruments and what to do with them. Well, here is a suggestion …

Besides being physically active, it's wise to snack wisely, take deep breaths, and eat lots of foods such as veggies, nuts, whole grains, legumes, and fruits. Of course, do not use tobacco …

Last month, when tickets went on sale, my daughter was at her computer and signed up herself, my two granddaughters, and three of the grandparents for passes to where the snow line begins and the …

At some time or another during our work or volunteer times, we all have been victimized by them. Many years ago, when I was a supervisor for Washington's State Probation and Parole Department, I …

As you stroll or just sit and watch, it's entertaining to witness the assorted way people meander around Mill Creek. After many hours watching how people were getting around, I found myself …