Labor Day is on Monday, Sept. 1. If it weren’t for a Smithsonian Magazine’s article from March, "Taking the Lead," I would not have been led to read and write about the chemist and doctor …

During times of stress, a simple practice can help keep you steady: spending time in nature. Whether hiking through forests, strolling in local parks, or simply sitting under the trees, the outdoors …

Beacon Publishing's weekly editorial cartoon from syndicated columnist Joe Heller.

To Melissa Blankenship, South County Fire Dear Chair Kenny and Members of the Board: I am writing on behalf of the Mill Creek City Council. This letter follows up the comments I provided on …

Maybe while you are reading this article, you may want to heat up and slurp one of the many flavors of Campbell's Soup? But why Campbell’s?   Art is everywhere, and what is art is in …

On July 22, at a City Council meeting, my wife, Karen, advised the council, as well as City Manager Martin Yamamoto and Police Chief Stan White, about several situations she personally saw or had …

Beacon Publishing's weekly editorial cartoon from syndicated columnist Joe Heller.

August, aka the dog days of summer, and officially the last month of those long daylight and sunny days. It’s the last summer month to no longer put off one of those many once-in-a-lifetime …

Editorial cartoon by syndicated columnist Joe Heller.

I was in Costco the other day, sitting in their food court. Where else do you think you could find me, "Alan the Eater," besides maybe at a sampling station in the store? I was just sitting …

During these warm summer days, staying hydrated is important, especially for older adults. Proper hydration is critical for maintaining bodily functions, including regulating temperature, supporting …

Looking back at many of the now “wokeish” liberal teachings that the good nuns put forth, with one probably being a quote from the great second-century leader and thinker Marcus …

Dear Savvy Senior, What’s the best way to find a good handyman or tradesman that can help with small jobs around the house? Almost 75 Dear Almost, It’s a great question. Finding a good …

It is said that the information revolution, partly fueled by the internet, social media, and media in general, surrounds us with information 24/7. Over the years, including before the internet …

Do you remember the first time you went to a salad bar? Pushing your tray along those little metal sliders, perusing those long rows of fresh veggies, toppings, and dressings made it possible to …

I am cautioning my readers that this article on grief may be too personal and extremely troubling, yet it will hopefully also bring some comfort.  As a mental health professional with …

Fly over country: I’ve now lived in the Pacific Northwest for 19 years. I have lived (born and raised) in the Northeastern U.S. So these observations are based upon “living the …

July is a time to reflect on some of the historical events in our country, and both oral and written myths and facts are part of our culture. One of those "facts" came from Henry Wadsworth …