The 2024 election has been on everyone’s radar for quite some time, with the presidential race obviously getting a primary focus. But the presidential election isn’t the only election/issue worth focusing on, as local and state issues highly influence an individual’s...
The ongoing genocide in Gaza and Palestine is a humanitarian and environmental crisis of the utmost importance, one that could define a generation. Since October 2023, there have been tens of thousands of official deaths and many, many more that are likely not counted...
From the iconic classic toadstool to the bright color of the violet webcap, there are many different types of mushrooms and fungi in the Pacific Northwest. Many types of fungi are mycorrhizal and have a symbiotic relationship with a plant; other types have been known...
Visiting Edison, Washington is always a reminder of what life can be like as a slow, artistic community. The “downtown” part encompasses about three blocks these days, with significantly more art galleries and studios than actual intersections. In addition to...
Bengal cats are one of the most interesting domestic cats, as they’re one of the few wild and domestic cat hybrids in the United States that can be house pets. Compared to other domestic cat breeds, Bengals are still relatively new and because of their hybrid status,...
Flooding in the Pacific Northwest seems to have gotten worse over the last couple of decades, which unfortunately makes sense given the increase in climate change impacts, the increase in urban development, and the region’s numerous and intricate waterways. Different...
Yo-Yo Ma releasing a single with a drag queen and an indigenous artist about the melting of an Alaska glacier was definitely not something I had on my 2023 bingo card. But along with indigenous and trans musician Quinn Christopherson, the cellist collaborated with...
The Sealyham Terrier is a rare small terrier breed with origins in Wales as a working dog that hunted rats, otters, foxes, and badgers. Today, Sealyhams are rare but at one point, they were popular and adaptable terriers that had fans in the British Monarchy and...
With everything going on right now, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, frustrated, angry, sad, defeated, and so much more, even if you aren’t directly affected by the tragedies and atrocities currently happening. But everyone can still do something to make this world a...
