Opinion
Bathtubs, smokestacks and a five-star resort: lessons from Kohler, Wisconsin
Today, there is a tendency to look with distain at manufacturing facilities, especially those located on working waterfronts.
Letters to the Editor
Circus has history of cruelty to animals
Given all the controversy about the Ringling Bros. Circus, it's puzzling your piece ("Ringling Bros. circus coming to…
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District 8 needs a change
It is time to seriously consider retiring Dave Reichert from his position in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Letters to the Editor
Time for the city to allow marijuana businesses
I'm a 72-year-old retired homeowner. I have MS and regularly use prescribed marijuana.
Letters to the Editor
Dog owners need to be more responsible
Yet again, out for an evening stroll with my dog, and we are accosted by an aggressive dog.…
Letters to the Editor
City needs to defuse fireworks
After another disgusting "celebration" of our country's Declaration of Independence from Great Britain, I am totally disappointed that…
Letters to the Editor
Barringer is the better choice
With Mark Hargrove, you have to check the fine print.
Opinion
Washington, Colorado senators press Obama administration about marijuana policies
U.S. senators send letter to Obama administration to ensure consistent and uniform application of federal laws that could…
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Omissions
Adrienne Rockwell will be among the honorees at the Kent Old Timers Greater Community Reunion, 1-4 p.m. on…
Letters to the Editor
City needs to address fireworks problem
The Fourth of July is over, but keep the subject current. I am asking the City of Kent…
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Fireworks solution? Impose stiff punishments
If the fine for possession and/or use of illegal fireworks were high enough – and publicized widely –…
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Fireworks regulations largely ignored
As a 24-year resident of Kent, I am once again angry and saddened by the fireworks in Kent.
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Marijuana poses problems, risks
Regarding "City could get $350,000 per year for retail marijuana sales tax" (Kent Reporter, July 18):
Letters to the Editor
It’s time to ban fireworks in Kent
As a 25-year Kent resident, I am contacting you regarding the fireworks allowed in our city, both on…
Opinion
It’s time to give college graduates a future with real freedom – freedom from debt | GUEST OP
The U.S. Senate held a vote recently to bring up legislation allowing student debt holders to refinance old…
Opinion
Expect sparks to fly in the 31st District races | Elfers
Watch for sparks to fly in the Cathy Dahlquist/Pam Roach state Senate battle. The campaign will be long,…
Letters to the Editor
Excessive fireworks? It’s not what the Fourth is all about
As the perceptible layers of cordite blankets the neighborhood, I am reminded of what the Fourth of July…
Letters to the Editor
A frightening Fourth; let’s ban fireworks
It is time to ban fireworks in Kent. This past Fourth of July was like an arsenal around…
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Fourth mayhem unacceptable
Two days after the Fourth of July and my neighborhood still looks like a war zone.
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Dangerous fireworks make us prisoners in our own home
I just looked at the last page of the Kent Reporter: "Have a happy and enjoyable Fourth!" Living…