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Taste Food: An indoor-outdoor recipe for easy summer eating

This dish is the epitome of summer. It highlights peak seasonal produce, is easy to assemble and quick to cook. The method is simple: Briny olives and salty feta simmer in a puddle of squidgy roasted tomatoes and sweet bell peppers.

Innovative fish passage meant to revive Yakima River Basin salmon opens in Cle Elum

U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland was in Cle Elum, Wash., Wednesday to highlight federally funded salmon restoration projects.

Washington gray wolves to remain classified as an endangered species

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission has decided not to change the endangered species status of gray wolves in the state.

Eatonville cheer squad triumphs at NCA Camp

The Eatonville High School cheer team returned home after a whirlwind week of learning, growth, and triumph at the NCA Cheer & Leadership camp held at Central Washington University in Ellensburg. Led by Coach Rylea Foehl, the squad not only honed their technical skills but also emerged as true leaders throughout the five-day camp.

Eatonville Town Council to meet Monday, July 22, 2024

NOTICE OF ADJOURNED MEETING OF THE EATONVILLE TOWN COUNCIL On Monday, July 22, 2024

Pierce County Council frustrated with lack of progress on homeless site

Frustrations are growing among Pierce County councilmembers after Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier’s office requested a shift of funding for a proposed $2.5 million homeless stability site.

Savvy Senior: Kitchen ideas for aging-in-place

My 77-year-old mother, who loves to cook has had several kitchen-related accidents over the past year. What tips can you recommend for making a kitchen safer and more practical for seniors, without doing a big expensive remodel.

Washington State Supreme Court leaves high-capacity magazine ban in place

Washington's ban on the sale of high-capacity magazines will remain in effect after a Monday decision by the state Supreme Court. A majority of justices denied a request to modify an order from Supreme Court Commissioner Michael Johnson issued back in April that kept the ban in place, despite a lower court ruling that determined the law was unconstitutional.

Washington's fuel prices plunge at the third-fastest rate in America

Washington's gas prices fell at the third-fastest rate in the past year in the United States, a new study finds. Coupon site Bountii analyzed data from AAA Gas Prices on the average cost of a gallon of regular fuel, midgrade fuel, premium fuel, and diesel in 474 cities across America on June 10th, 2023,

A cut of meat you need to meet

The top sirloin cap is a cut of meat that you may not be familiar with. It's also called coulotte and is known as picanha in Brazilian churrasco cuisine. It's a tender cut of meat that sits on top of the sirloin, with a large fat cap that is essential to its flavor, especially when grilled.

State council preparing to expand clean energy project, per Inslee's request

The state Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council is moving forward with potential changes to the certification agreement for the Horse Heaven wind farm project after Gov. Jay Inslee sent it back requesting it be expanded.

Eatonville School District makes 3 new hires

The Eatonville School District is thrilled to introduce Dracy McCoy as the new executive director of Student Services. McCoy brings a wealth of experience and a strong educational background to the district. She has a Bachelor of Science from Eastern Oregon University, LaGrande, Oregon; a Special Education Endorsement from Portland State University, Portland, Oregon a Master of Education in Principal and Program Administration from City University, Seattle, WA.

Community Council programs

Graham-Kapowsin Community Council's Center at Evergreen on the Graham Hill has free exercise Tuesday & Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Ted Brown’s Music Therapy on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month at 12:30 p.m. and karaoke at 12:30 p.m. on the last Thursday each month plus line dancing at 12:45 p.m. for $3 every Thursday. Benston Hall has Taichi on Tuesday at 2 for $4. Both locations have $7 lunches for members or $10 for non members. RSVP to 253-921-2914 at least 24 hours before.

Recipe: A grainy side without the grains

Invite this side dish to your next barbecue. Your vegetarian friends will thank you (and so will anyone else looking for a delicious way to enjoy their vegetables). The star of this recipe is cauliflower. The humble crucifer steps in as a healthy, gluten-free substitute for wheat in a lemony and very chopped salad. When finely chopped, cauliflower is a great replacement for grains and pasta, with the bonus of adding refreshing sweet and nutty flavor and a host of nutrients. The sturdy texture resembles couscous grains, resulting in a light, veggie-forward salad or side dish.

Pierce County Human Services awarding nearly $18M for homeless, housing services

Pierce County Human Services has announced it will be awarding $17.7 million to homeless housing services to address the region’s worsening homeless crisis.