Politics How Seattle schools can solve its capacity problem Seattle's Columbia School building could be a target for leasing under a proposal by the author. by Dick Lilly / June 7, 2011
Politics Want to help school kids? Here are two places to start Educators, politicians, philanthropists and parents should start with the basic values of family reading time and old-fashioned hard work. by Dick Lilly / March 27, 2011
Politics Hey kids: Get a job! Students in Highline's Evergreen Robotics program get real-world experience working in science and technology. by Dick Lilly / October 12, 2009
Culture Second-hand Seattle The grand opening of a Bellevue Goodwill store. Goodwill on the Ave in the U. District opens November 5. (Goodwill Industries) by Meredeth McMahon / October 1, 2008
Culture Gift shops aren't just for gifts anymore Brooch, hair pin, pendant, and scarf from the Wing Luke Asian Museum Marketplace. (Wing Luke Asian Museum) by Meredeth McMahon / July 8, 2008
Culture A Boeing field trip Boeing plans to add 1,200 jobs at its Renton plant over the next couple of years. by Meredeth McMahon / June 23, 2008
Culture A Lake Union field trip The view from Portage Bay. (Joe Mabel, Wikimedia Commons) by Meredeth McMahon / May 29, 2008
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