News Canadian, U.S. post-pandemic travel trends are skipping the Point Isolated from the rest of Washington, the economy of tiny Point Roberts depends on B.C. traffic. What does a persistent slump mean for its future? by Tom Banse Salish Current / June 3, 2024
Environment A decade after the Oso landslide, WA works to improve preparedness The Snohomish County disaster killed 43 residents in 2014. Today, geologists can better help people get out of harm’s way due to boosts in tech and funding. by Tom Banse Washington State Standard / March 20, 2024
Environment Salish Sea's 'humpback comeback' is a good sign, but concerns remain More whales mean greater risk of ship strikes and fishing line entanglement. by Tom Banse Northwest News Network / August 16, 2019
Environment These giant rats failed mine-sniffing school. Now they have a new career in Tacoma While their relatives are saving lives around the world, Point Defiance's adorable African giant pouched rats are ambassadors for rodents everywhere. by Tom Banse Northwest News Network / July 24, 2019
Environment A proposed San Juans sanctuary may offer hope for captive orcas — and risks for wild ones Nonprofit advocates think sea pens will improve the retired killer whales' quality of life. SeaWorld vets disagree. by Tom Banse Northwest News Network / July 17, 2019
New book captures late Northwest poet Robert Sund's words Robert Sund by Christian Martin / May 17, 2012
Culture Book captures soaring views of North Cascades in winter A Bellingham paramedic's off-hours obsession has resulted in a new book about a region that holds a world record for snowfall. by Christian Martin / December 6, 2011
Culture A gift guide for the greens on your list From <i>Nature's Beloved Son: Rediscovering John Muir's Botanical Legacy</i></a>, Bonnie J. Gisel, with images by Stephen J. Joseph, Heyday Books. by Christian Martin / December 18, 2008
Environment The owl as icon, and the charisma of the woodpecker Snowy female owl landing at its nest. by Christian Martin / November 4, 2008
Culture How art reflects nature: an interview with David Guterson David Guterson. (Harley Soltes, Random House) by Christian Martin / July 22, 2008
