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Aerospace Blog: Michelle Dunlop  |
 Michelle covers the aerospace industry in Snohomish County. |
Recent entries:

September 1
Boeing to add two 787s to flight test fleet

The Boeing Co. will add two 787s to its flight test fleet as the jet maker strives to gain regulatory approval to put its Dreamliner in service. [Read More]

• Airbus begins A350 XWB production in Germany August 31
• Boeing CFO: We're not buying 787 supplier Alenia August 31
• Boeing, Airbus battle new jet delivery troubles August 27
• Boeing to announce new 787 delay -- reports August 26
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| School Assembly |
 Inside the classroom with Herald education reporter Andy Rathbun. |
Recent entries:

August 20
Back-to-school fairs are back

You know the school year's about to begin when the back-to-school fairs kick into gear. [Read More]

• And the top U.S. college is... August 17
• Marysville starts hunt for new school board membe... August 12
• The test results are coming, the test results are... August 11
• Summer vacation ending in more ways than one? August 10
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The Buzz  |
 A slightly twisted take on the day's news. |
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September 3
Some food for thought

This is Ground Control to Col. Sanders: Astronaut Chris Hadfield will be the first Canadian commander of the International Space Station when he lifts off in December 2012. [Read More]

• New Apple stuff! September 2
• G'day, mate September 1
• That's sick August 31
• Fire the writers, we've got Twitter August 30
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Double Team: Jennifer Buchanan and Mike Cane  |
 What's happening on the field and behind the scenes in high school sports. |
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September 2
Interviews: Jackson High School football coach Joel Vincent + players Sam B...

I had a special assistant with me on Wednesday when I drove to Mill Creek to see the Jackson High School football team. [Read More]

• 2010 Cascade Conference (plus Darrington and High... September 2
• Football comparison: new head coaches and veteran... September 1
• The Herald's 2010 Wesco high school football prev... September 1
• Reader poll: Should high school football players ... September 1
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Eco Geek: Sarah Jackson  |
 Get green with our resident Eco Geek, blogging on recycling, eating local, eco-friendly products and creative ideas for sustainable living. |
Recent entries:

September 1
Bamboo set could become your waste-free, go-to cutlery.

OK, so I've often talked about bringing your own reusable bowls, plates, mugs and cutlery to work to reduce your dependence on disposables. Today I have a special recommendation from Herald features reporter Jackson Holtz. [Read More]

• SunChips bags are sooo loud, but do they break do... August 19
• Don't flush drugs: Take them back! August 9
• Bring back the bees. Get honey. July 29
• In the car? Don't sit idle. July 15
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Mariners: Kirby Arnold  |
 Kirby covers all the bases when it comes to the Mariners. |
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September 2
Some Felix Hernandez numbers to chew on

It's going to be interesting where Felix Hernandez falls in the American League Cy Young Award line, considering he has posted some worthy numbers across the board but, thanks in large part to lousy run support, remains stuck ... [Read More]

• Good news on Kelley elbow surgery: He has "partia... September 1
• The fine line between developing a young catcher ... September 1
• UPDATED: Mariners prospect Cortes to pitch in Ven... August 31
• Thoughts on Jose Lopez, a minor league slugger an... August 31
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Midday Snacks  |
 Tidbits we've gathered from around the Internet to entertain, inform and enlighten you each weekday around noon. |
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September 2
I'd like to have a few "Words" with you

Here's a gentle, little puzzle from the folks at NPR's "Radiolab." [Read More]

• So you think you can dance, doggie? September 1
• More "Gourmet" offerings August 31
• Auto-Tune the News: Sing-along with the Pundits August 26
• ‘Email and bacon: This car has everything.' August 25
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The Mudrakers  |
 Get into gardening with Jessi Loerch, Sarah Jackson and Debra Smith. |
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July 29
Veg out at Vegissimo!

OK, let's be honest: It hasn't been the best year, weather-wise, for growing vegetables, unless you really want a 3-month-long harvest of pea pods. (We're not complainin', just sayin'.) [Read More]

• Have you always wanted to be a master gardener? July 14
• Wise up about water with irrigation classes. July 6
• Get smart about water! July 6
• Gardening events, classes abound this summer! June 10
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The Petri Dish: Jerry Cornfield  |
 Jerry writes on the culture of politics in Snohomish County and throughout Washington. |
Recent entries:

August 30
Arne Duncan: Public schools 'lying' to students and parents

President Barack Obama will deliver a "Back to School" speech to the nation's students on Sept. 14. [Read More]

• UPDATED: Berkey files complaint, alleges foes con... August 27
• Karzai tells Larsen, Baird of concerns with US wi... August 27
• State could end requirement for front license pla... August 26
• Schmidt, Koster pull ahead of incumbent Dems August 25
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Pop Secrets: Andy Rathbun  |
 Andy Rathbun, the Herald's weekly music columnist, blogs about national music news and local acts. |
Recent entries:

August 22
Ra Ra Riot's string-laden indie rock has promise

Ra Ra Riot follows up its acclaimed debut on Tuesday with "The Orchard." TRIVIA: The indie rock group from Syracuse, N.Y., is on Seattle label Barsuk Records. [Read More]

• Lady Gaga's club remix falls flat August 8
• Arcade Fire treads artistic water in 'The Suburbs' August 1
• Against Me! continues journey toward mainstream o... July 25
• Sheryl Crows new album lacks imagination July 18
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Seahawks: John Boyle  |
 John has the Seahawks covered. |
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September 2
Is Houshmandzadeh's future in Seattle in doubt?

A thought that has been gaining momentum in recent weeks is that the Seahawks may want to cut ties with WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh. He turns 33 this month, in some people's opinion he doesn't fit in well in the new offense, and ... [Read More]

• My attempt at picking the Seahawks' 53-man roster September 1
• Carroll and Schneider on the Josh Wilson trade. August 31
• Seahawks trade CB Josh Wilson August 31
• Report: Seahawks and Leroy Hill restructure contr... August 31
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Silvertips: Nick Patterson  |
 Nick covers the Silvertips, Everett's hometown Western Hockey League team. |
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September 2
Tips sign Ryan Chynoweth

The Tips have signed their first pick from this year's bantam draft, Ryan Chynoweth, to a WHL education contract. Chynoweth, a 15-year-old center, was taken in the second round, 24th overall this spring. He impressed durin ... [Read More]

• Preseason tournament on deck September 1
• Seven Tips headed to NHL camps August 31
• Grey 4, Green 3 (SO), plus the roster moving forw... August 29
• Green vs. Grey game rosters August 29
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The Storefront |
 Small business and entrepreneurship in Snohomish and Island counties. |
Recent entries:

September 2
Small business tax workshop Sept. 16

The Everett office of the state Department of Revenue is hosting a free workshop for new and small business owners from 1 – 4:30 p.m. Sept. 16 at the Everett Public Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave. [Read More]

• HomeStreet Bank hosts small business fair September 1
• EvCC starts new small business accelerator program September 1
• SBA promotes planning for disasters September 1
• Obama pushes Congress for small business money August 30
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My Back Pages: Neal Pattison  |
 The Herald's executive editor blogs about the good, the bad and -- sometimes -- the ugly aspects of the news business. |
Recent entries:

September 10
In crisis, news media clears its throat

Can hyper-local save journalism? [Read More]

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