First-time visitors to the Grand Canyon typically go to the South Rim. With its iconic images, large viewing areas and plenty of services, this is the more popular and well-known section of the canyon.

My name is Gary Harris and I am the mayor of Woodinville. I was asked recently by the Woodinville Weekly if I would like to write a monthly opinion piece for the paper. After some consideration I agreed, as long as we had a basic understanding of what I would write about. 

Colorado Springs is home of the U.S. Olympic Committee’s headquarters and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Center. And now with the opening of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum & Hall of Fame, the town has achieved the Olympic trifecta.

Takeout food. It’s how we treat ourselves and support local businesses in our community at the same time. There’s nothing like slurping some steaming hot ramen on a cold evening or grabbing a burrito after a long day. 

With all of the hunkering-down the majority of us have done over the past year, it seems as though many had a good deal of time to look out at their back yards and decide some enhancement through the installation of new plantings. With all of this energy to improve our landscapes, it is dish…

Are you excited to welcome the new year and put 2020 behind you? We are too. Let’s take a moment to reflect on some positive environmental achievements and make resolutions to continue this important work in 2021. 

Colorado is known for its mountains, among a number of other notable standouts. People come from all over to photograph these impressive behemoths and enjoy the outdoor adventures they offer.

It’s the time of year for holiday magic and cheer! While the holidays may look a little different this time around, you can still celebrate in sustainable style. Need inspiration? Here are some timely waste-reducing tips:

Cacti are quirky characters with their spiny exteriors and odd shapes. You either like them or you don’t. I personally find them beautiful and admirable for their unique qualities. 

You’ve probably heard the term “self-care” a lot lately.  It’s a popular buzzword, particularly since the pandemic began.  Here’s a primer of what it is, why it’s important, and why it’s particularly important now.

For the U.S. Army, Special Forces Maintenance Officer Michael Rathbun was entrusted with keeping military vehicles and troops rolling safely and efficiently in a war zone.

Lighthouses are the sentinels of the coastline, visible from miles away. They serve as points of reference for seafaring folks. And for those of us on land, they are highly desirable, photograph-worthy subjects and romanticized symbols. 

Back in easy September, Washington gained its newest American Viticultural Area (AVA): Royal Slope in the Columbia Valley. It just so happens that Royal Slope is also the best appellation in the state. That’s according to Josh Lawrence of Gård Vintners, at least. 

By the middle of autumn, all of your plants have given their best and you have a good sense of what is working or not.  It may be time to begin doing some horticultural "editing" of the landscape.   

Nature can be a soothing balm, providing opportunities to rejuvenate body, mind and spirit. During challenging times, escaping to the great outdoors is even more essential to our health and well-being.

National Preparedness Month (NPM) was recognized in September to promote family and community disaster planning now and throughout the year. As we have seen, 2020 has been unpredictable and shown all of us that preparedness and planning are vital. 

As summer comes to an end and fall quickly approaches, many are concerned about the impending flu season – especially as we deal with COVID-19. Below are some questions I’ve received that might help you better understand the flu and how COVID-19 will impact the virus this season. 

Q:  We had a bad leafhopper breakout this summer.  Those little grasshoppers were on several different plants in our garden.  Any ideas to handle these pesky bugs?

Often referred to as “three parks in one,” Olympic National Park boasts three different ecosystems: glacier-capped peaks, old-growth and temperate rain forests and wild Pacific coastline. Much of the park's interior is accessible only by trail, but several scenic drives lead to various key d…

Living in Woodinville, it’s easy to take for granted the fact that our community is a major hub of Washington state wine. With over 130 wineries and tasting rooms within six square miles, Woodinville boasts the largest concentration of wineries within a major metropolitan area in the world. …

This summer, the road trip is being rediscovered by travelers seeking to explore our country’s natural playgrounds. Some opt for the road less traveled to avoid crowds and along the way, hidden gems emerge.

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