To move our city forward, we need a paradigm shift in thinking on our city council
The city is falling further behind on both basic services and beneficial, aspirational policy directions, writes former mayor Don Gerend.
Op-Eds
How a private college counselor can reduce the pressure of college admissions
Counselors can often help students rekindle their spark, find the best-fit schools, and highlight their unique strengths in their essays.
Do not hesitate to get your kids into investing
With inflation, home prices and college tuition all going up, it is more important than ever to teach kids how to invest.
To take or not to take? Standardized testing for class of 2022
Some tips on making a decision while schools are still determining their test policies.
How Orange Theory handles my health, safety, and fitness
After her go-to gym, Orange Theory, finally opened, Richa Thakur observes how different the post-pandemic experience is as she pushes herself to get back in shape.
Hold students responsible for their social media posts
Adults are being held accountable and facing consequences for inflammatory social media posts. High school students also need to face repercussions.
When my college failed to contain COVID-19, chaos ensued
A college freshman spent only 2 weeks on campus in Wisconsin before coming home to Sammamish due to a COVID outbreak.
As a DNC delegate, I really enjoyed the virtual convention experience
Jason Ritchie, a Sammamish city council member, attended his first Democratic National Convention, and found the virtual format very engaging.
Gardening onward in the age of COVID-19
A Sammamish gardener pens an essay on how gardening has helped her cope with the pandemic.