By Marsha Michaelis A note to readers: This is an uncomfortable story, as are my conclusions about how society might best address the situation it describes. I prize individual freedom and limited government, and recognize that sanctioning government force in the application of law can be a slippery slope. Yet, neglecting justice to avoid the […]
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Projects highlight urgent needs at the Loon Lake Food Bank By Sarah Vining Seventeen-year-old James Kerbs is working towards earning his Eagle Scout Rank. His service project is to coordinate projects for the Loon Lake Food Bank this winter. James gathered six other men and organized an effort on Oct. 10 to chop and
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Map shows live, real-time updates during active measles exposures OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has created a new online tool to help people see where measles exposures may have occurred in the state. The Measles Exposure Location Tracker shows public places where a person with contagious measles recently was. On October 13, 2025, a
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Fall boating and winterization tips By Captain Stephan Reckie Loon Lake, WA – Fall boating in the Inland Northwest offers us a unique experience with crisp air, glassy waters, and vibrant autumn colors reflecting off the trees. For many of us, these last outings before winter set in are some of the most peaceful and
