Environment Out & Back: Shredding barriers on the slopes near Mt. Rainier Snowboarding makes Tina Blakey feel like a kid again. Alison joins Blakey to learn how she builds community in the historically exclusive sport. by Shirlyn J. Wong & Alison Mariella Désir / March 28, 2025
Environment Readers sound off on Washington’s high gas prices The state’s cap-and-trade system is met with skepticism and grudging acceptance as companies pass the program’s cost to consumer pocketbooks. by Venice Buhain / September 5, 2023 / Updated: Sept. 7, 2023
Environment Washington’s ‘smoke season’ is back. Here’s how to stay safe. As wildfire risk increases, so does the frequency of hazy, hazardous days. Here are some tips on monitoring air quality – and your health. by Venice Buhain / August 23, 2023