In the midst of tremendous loss and difficulty, we often discover wisdom and beauty that serves to remind us of the resilience of the human spirit. I was reminded of that paradox when the...
For several months, a group of us have been studying and talking about race and racism in our communities and our country. We are finding opportunities to probe our own thoughts and feelings about...
We know that many students have struggled during coronavirus pandemic from loneliness, depression, anxiety and the like. In a recent column, I highlighted surveys taken by Wenatchee High School senior Kamryn Fowler and Kayla...
Student mental health is suffering during the pandemic and as community members we have an opportunity and a moral obligation to step up and make a difference by becoming mentors or supporting nonprofits who...
This is the 25th year of the Upper Valley Empty Bowls event which supports the Upper Valley MEND’s Community Cupboard food bank and also funds grants for local artists working with students in the...
Richard “Bush” Buscher of the U.S. Forest Service had an enormous impact on the development of multiple wilderness areas, including the renowned Alpine Lakes Wilderness and the William O. Douglas Wilderness, and left a...
This episode features Yvonne Boyd, a member of the Braver Angels effort that seeks to depolarize political discussions and create a framework for honest discussions on difficult topics. Braver Angels brings conservatives and liberals...
The level of disdain and hatred that has evolved between liberals and conservatives in this country is terrifying and threatens to destroy the country that we all love. In my darker moments, I confess...
The pandemic is really putting the financial hurt on nonprofit organizations as well as ordinary businesses. I was reminded of this in a recent conversation with Ron Bermingham, the managing director of the Wenatchee...
I’ve been part of a group of nine individuals exploring issues around race and racism in our society. To help us lean into the subject, we are using the “Racial Healing Handbook” by Anneliese...