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Aerospace Blog: Michelle Dunlop

Michelle covers the aerospace industry in Snohomish County.
Recent entries:

September 1
Boeing to add two 787s to flight test fleet

The Boeing Co. will add two 787s to its flight test fleet as the jet maker strives to gain regulatory approval to put its Dreamliner in service. [Read More]

Airbus begins A350 XWB production in Germany  August 31
Boeing CFO: We're not buying 787 supplier Alenia  August 31
Boeing, Airbus battle new jet delivery troubles  August 27
Boeing to announce new 787 delay -- reports  August 26

School Assembly

Inside the classroom with Herald education reporter Andy Rathbun.
Recent entries:

August 20
Back-to-school fairs are back

You know the school year's about to begin when the back-to-school fairs kick into gear. [Read More]

And the top U.S. college is...  August 17
Marysville starts hunt for new school board membe...  August 12
The test results are coming, the test results are...  August 11
Summer vacation ending in more ways than one?  August 10

The Buzz

A slightly twisted take on the day's news.
Recent entries:

September 2
New Apple stuff!

Apple unveiled new products Wednesday, including an upgraded Apple TV device that's greatly improved over the previous version and costs less than half as much. [Read More]

G'day, mate  September 1
That's sick  August 31
Fire the writers, we've got Twitter  August 30
The Buzz  August 29

Double Team: Jennifer Buchanan and Mike Cane

What's happening on the field and behind the scenes in high school sports.
Recent entries:

September 2
2010 Cascade Conference (plus Darrington and Highland Christian) high schoo...

The second half of our 2010 high school football preview was published today. My co-worker Aaron Lommers did all the reporting. Here are links to Aaron's preview content. [Read More]

Football comparison: new head coaches and veteran...  September 1
The Herald's 2010 Wesco high school football prev...  September 1
Reader poll: Should high school football players ...  September 1
UPDATED: Video interview with Archbishop Murphy H...  August 31

Eco Geek: Sarah Jackson

Get green with our resident Eco Geek, blogging on recycling, eating local, eco-friendly products and creative ideas for sustainable living.
Recent entries:

September 1
Bamboo set could become your waste-free, go-to cutlery.

OK, so I've often talked about bringing your own reusable bowls, plates, mugs and cutlery to work to reduce your dependence on disposables. Today I have a special recommendation from Herald features reporter Jackson Holtz. [Read More]

SunChips bags are sooo loud, but do they break do...  August 19
Don't flush drugs: Take them back!  August 9
Bring back the bees. Get honey.  July 29
In the car? Don't sit idle.  July 15

Mariners: Kirby Arnold

Kirby covers all the bases when it comes to the Mariners.
Recent entries:

September 2
Some Felix Hernandez numbers to chew on

It's going to be interesting where Felix Hernandez falls in the American League Cy Young Award line, considering he has posted some worthy numbers across the board but, thanks in large part to lousy run support, remains stuck ... [Read More]

Good news on Kelley elbow surgery: He has "partia...  September 1
The fine line between developing a young catcher ...  September 1
UPDATED: Mariners prospect Cortes to pitch in Ven...  August 31
Thoughts on Jose Lopez, a minor league slugger an...  August 31

Midday Snacks

Tidbits we've gathered from around the Internet to entertain, inform and enlighten you each weekday around noon.
Recent entries:

September 2
I'd like to have a few "Words" with you

Here's a gentle, little puzzle from the folks at NPR's "Radiolab." [Read More]

So you think you can dance, doggie?   September 1
More "Gourmet" offerings  August 31
Auto-Tune the News: Sing-along with the Pundits  August 26
‘Email and bacon: This car has everything.'  August 25

The Mudrakers

Get into gardening with Jessi Loerch, Sarah Jackson and Debra Smith.
Recent entries:

July 29
Veg out at Vegissimo!

OK, let's be honest: It hasn't been the best year, weather-wise, for growing vegetables, unless you really want a 3-month-long harvest of pea pods. (We're not complainin', just sayin'.) [Read More]

Have you always wanted to be a master gardener?  July 14
Wise up about water with irrigation classes.  July 6
Get smart about water!   July 6
Gardening events, classes abound this summer!  June 10

The Petri Dish: Jerry Cornfield

Jerry writes on the culture of politics in Snohomish County and throughout Washington.
Recent entries:

August 30
Arne Duncan: Public schools 'lying' to students and parents

President Barack Obama will deliver a "Back to School" speech to the nation's students on Sept. 14. [Read More]

UPDATED: Berkey files complaint, alleges foes con...  August 27
Karzai tells Larsen, Baird of concerns with US wi...  August 27
State could end requirement for front license pla...  August 26
Schmidt, Koster pull ahead of incumbent Dems  August 25

Pop Secrets: Andy Rathbun

Andy Rathbun, the Herald's weekly music columnist, blogs about national music news and local acts.
Recent entries:

August 22
Ra Ra Riot's string-laden indie rock has promise

Ra Ra Riot follows up its acclaimed debut on Tuesday with "The Orchard." TRIVIA: The indie rock group from Syracuse, N.Y., is on Seattle label Barsuk Records. [Read More]

Lady Gaga's club remix falls flat  August 8
Arcade Fire treads artistic water in 'The Suburbs'  August 1
Against Me! continues journey toward mainstream o...  July 25
Sheryl Crow’s new album lacks imagination  July 18

Seahawks: John Boyle

John has the Seahawks covered.
Recent entries:

September 2
Is Houshmandzadeh's future in Seattle in doubt?

A thought that has been gaining momentum in recent weeks is that the Seahawks may want to cut ties with WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh. He turns 33 this month, in some people's opinion he doesn't fit in well in the new offense, and ... [Read More]

My attempt at picking the Seahawks' 53-man roster  September 1
Carroll and Schneider on the Josh Wilson trade.  August 31
Seahawks trade CB Josh Wilson  August 31
Report: Seahawks and Leroy Hill restructure contr...  August 31

Silvertips: Nick Patterson

Nick covers the Silvertips, Everett's hometown Western Hockey League team.
Recent entries:

September 2
Tips sign Ryan Chynoweth

The Tips have signed their first pick from this year's bantam draft, Ryan Chynoweth, to a WHL education contract.
Chynoweth, a 15-year-old center, was taken in the second round, 24th overall this spring. He impressed durin ... [Read More]


Preseason tournament on deck  September 1
Seven Tips headed to NHL camps  August 31
Grey 4, Green 3 (SO), plus the roster moving forw...  August 29
Green vs. Grey game rosters  August 29

The Storefront

Small business and entrepreneurship in Snohomish and Island counties.
Recent entries:

September 2
Small business tax workshop Sept. 16

The Everett office of the state Department of Revenue is hosting a free workshop for new and small business owners from 1 – 4:30 p.m. Sept. 16 at the Everett Public Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave. [Read More]

HomeStreet Bank hosts small business fair  September 1
EvCC starts new small business accelerator program  September 1
SBA promotes planning for disasters  September 1
Obama pushes Congress for small business money  August 30

My Back Pages: Neal Pattison

The Herald's executive editor blogs about the good, the bad and -- sometimes -- the ugly aspects of the news business.
Recent entries:

September 10
In crisis, news media clears its throat

Can hyper-local save journalism? [Read More]


 
 

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