Environment Wildlife advocates skeptical of WA wolf count As the state considers removing the species’ endangered status, some argue that the Colville Tribe’s recent population estimate is implausibly high. by Alex Brown & Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / July 16, 2024
Environment Washington’s gray wolf populations are making a strong comeback “Recovery is happening right before our eyes.” The species grew by 20% in WA last year, but advocates warn against declaring victory too early. by Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / April 26, 2024
Environment Washington cities, counties now required to plan for climate change Starting in 2025, local governments will need to consider emissions and natural disasters in their long-term planning. Some already do. by Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / August 8, 2023
Environment Whatcom County farmers blame Canada for Nooksack River bacteria The pollution poses a threat to the Portage Bay shellfish beds of the Lummi Nation and raises health concerns for valley residents. by Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / June 23, 2023
Culture Bowing to backlash, Taylor Shellfish decides against using pesticide The decision to stop spraying "weighs heavily on us," said Bill Taylor, "knowing it will affect other growers in Willapa Bay and Grays Harbor." by Ronald Holden / May 1, 2015
Culture Food's grow-your-own movement: Some work required Seattle scholar and writer Angelo Pellegrini put his words about growing your own food into action, helping to inspire the locavore food movement. by Ronald Holden / August 25, 2014
Culture Nalley's brand: A story of losing our local history The old Nalley's facility by Ronald Holden / May 27, 2014
Culture Best oysters? Right here, fresh and in the cold Xinh Dewelly serves oyster stew. by Ronald Holden / January 1, 2013
Environment Playing God with our food: Who profits from bad weather? Sardines being cooked over a fire on a beach in Spain by Ronald Holden / September 20, 2012
Culture Idaho's renaissance of women winemakers Karl and Coco Umiker by Ronald Holden / August 1, 2012