Chlorophyll Corner: Reciprocity with Fireweed

Much needed resilience, cooling and healing thanks to chamaenerion angustifolium, or fireweed.

Big Screen Views: “Tony”

A summer in the kitchen, a baptism on the beach.

Letter to the Editor: Do we really?

We all say we want affordable housing. Do we really? I don't mean that cynically. I think most of us genuinely want teachers, restaurant workers, young families, seniors and the people who keep this community running to be able to live here. But wanting affordable housing in principle

U.S. Supreme Court lifts pause on Trump mail-ballot order

by Ashley Murray, Washington State Standard August 24, 2026 WASHINGTON — With just over two months until the November midterms, the U.S. Supreme Court gave way Monday for President Donald Trump to have a hand in regulating mail-in ballots nationwide, a voting method he has falsely claimed is rife

Commentary: Congress Needs to Codify Farmers’ Right-to-Repair

A July settlement between the FTC and John Deere is a good start, but it isn’t enough.

WTF Just Happened This Week

Republished from WTF Just Happened Today, a daily newsletter breaking down national news.

Artist Changes Vision for Skate Park Murals in Response to Feedback; Painting Parties to Start in September

Jesse Joshua Watson originally proposed an apocalyptic scene for the skate park, but local skaters asked for less doom and more natural beauty.

City Council Delays Intersection Decision, Approves Street Painting Rules

Neighbors opposed altering the Sheridan Street and Sims Way intersection, Seton Construction granted Lawrence Street project.

Bayside Housing & Services Celebrates Groundbreaking and Hosts Fundraising Gala

Vince’s Village will add 32 housing units in Port Townsend, while annual gala event raises $325,000.

Superior Criminal Court August 14, 2026: Negotiated Alternatives

How local courts are reckoning with “tough on crime” narratives.

Artist Studio Tour Promises Demonstrations, Insights and Art for Sale

Spend this weekend exploring and discovering the variety of people who call this county their artistic home.

As WA caregiver union pushes for pay hike, state seeks wage freeze

Negotiations between the two sides will affect pay for about 80,000 workers and come as the state is grappling with budget trouble.