Topless transgender politician defeats recall effort

OLYMPIA [John O’Brien]—A Washington state politician who went topless at a rally for transgender individuals won’t be kicked out of office, after a ruling by the state Supreme Court. A recall petition sought to oust Lucy Lauser from the Stevenson City Council after she exposed her breasts on March 31, 2025, outside the Skamania County […]
Marysville’s School Resource Officers strive to strengthen safety and connection across local schools

MARYSVILLE—At Marysville Getchell High School and Totem Middle School, School Resource Officers have become part of the daily rhythm of campus life. Their presence reaches far beyond safety, it’s rooted in connection, trust and showing up for young people in the moments that matter. Officer Phil Powers and Officer Jerry Duemmell serve 14 schools across the […]
From solo hobby to 500 members: inside WA’s thriving adult LEGO Community

LYNNWOOD—What started as a handful of adults gathering in living rooms more than 25 years ago has grown into one of the largest LEGO fan communities in the Pacific Northwest. SEALUG — the Seattle LEGO Users Group — now connects more than 500 Adult Fans of LEGO (AFOLs) from Marysville to Olympia, bringing builders, collectors […]