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Kids fish free at Lake Tye April 28
Kids will have a chance to learn the sport of fishing at the annual free kids’ trout fishing day at Lake Tye Sunday, April 28. Children 12 years old and…
Fish on! Fishing season opens next week; what to catch where
By Polly Keary, Editor All around Washington, avid anglers are getting ready to hit local lakes on opening day of the fishing season, Saturday, April 27. Most of the…
Run for it! Summer brings races to the region
By Polly Keary, Editor Days are still chilly, but summer isn’t far off, and that means summer races. Now is a perfect time to start picking triathlons, mud races, 5Ks,…
Skateboard events offer fun and athletic activity for kids
By Chris Hendrickson Skateboarding can be a great workout option for adolescents who may find the more traditional modes of exercise to be a bit boring. The Monroe-based organization NW…
New life for an aging “pup”
By Holly Glen Gearhart Don’t let the gray muzzle on this dog fool you; this “pup,” now in official retirement from Boeing, has a new life as an important part…
Veterinary clinic donates oxygen masks for pets to fire department
By Polly Keary, Editor Pet owners can breathe easier this month, knowing that if their animals are ever involved in a house fire, the Monroe Fire Department will be well…
Horse club kids show big hearts for HEART
By Polly Keary and Deanna Hobbs A statewide youth horse association that nearly petered out a few years ago has been brought back to vigorous life by two Monroe moms,…
Monroe off-leash park well loved, and well worn, in fifth year
By Chris Hendrickson, Monitor Wiggly Field just might be one of the happiest places in Monroe. Early on a Friday afternoon, the 3-acre off leash dog park is a…
Substance abuse treatment center gets new leadership from Evergreen
By Polly Keary In addition to practicing as a primary care doctor in the new Evergreen Primary Care facility that opened last week in the Sky River Medical Center next…
Homemade beauty products
When it comes to beauty products, it seems the sky is the limit for prices on anti-aging creams and other potions; those with the wherewithal can spend $500 or more…
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