Opinion
Maple Valley needs bold ideas to remain alpha dog of region | Ryan Ryals
I have a sinking feeling that Maple Valley is about to become irrelevant in a few years, except…
Letters to the Editor
Rodrigo Yanez needed in bad economy | Letter
A writer recently characterized Rodrigo Yanez, a candidate for 47th District Legislature, as “new to the area”. The…
Opinion
Follow the liquor money and decide on intiatives | Ryan Ryals
I just finished watching a political ad on TV from a local winemaker, who claims that they are…
Opinion
A few tips for old and about to be old Black Diamond | Ryan Ryals
You can tell by the letters to the editor that a number of Black Diamond residents aren’t happy…
Opinion
Good bet the Tea Party is doomed to the political dustbin | Ryan Ryals
I am really loving this top two election style, even though voters didn’t seem as willing to oust…
Opinion
A sad attempt to influence opinions of President Obama fails in Maple Valley | Ryan Ryals
I don’t get out to the Maple Valley Farmers Market as often as I should. Apparently, I missed…
Opinion
Illegal immigration an economic issue that can test our free market system | Ryan Ryals
Arizona’s new illegal immigrant policies took effect last week, which put the issue of illegal immigration back on…
Opinion
Competition is the best medicine | Ryan Ryals
The hospital wars in Covington are still ongoing, but this war feels more like an elaborate courting ritual,…
Opinion
Four simple steps to stop being a resident and start being a citizen | Ryan Ryals
This past Tuesday was declared Carly Overhauser and Dean Kayler Day in Maple Valley, due to their heroic…
Opinion
Top methods for door-to-door sales defense | Ryan Ryals
This past weekend was a holiday for most of us, but not for a lot of door-to-door salespeople.…
Opinion
Freedom still an experiment | Ryan Ryals
Well, Independence Day is this weekend, and you might expect to read a well-researched and carefully thought out…
Opinion
The theology of enough | Ryan Ryals
After spending last week’s column encouraging us all to shop locally, I spent the weekend getting rid of…
Opinion
Shopping local has benefits and rewards | Ryan Ryals
Get ready for another “Shop Local” campaign in your town. Hopefully this one will do better than they…
Opinion
Time to step up to the plate and choose best plan for ballfields at Summit Park in Maple Valley | Ryan Ryals
During the last November election, a lot of attention was given to ballfields, and how few of them…
Opinion
Maple Valley is well worth the cost to Fred Meyer | Ryan Ryals
Last week, you might have read about the developer of the Fred Meyer project at Maple Valley’s Four…
Opinion
Each of us can find a way to do the right thing | Ryan Ryals
When I submitted my column last week on fireworks, I held my nose while pressing the send button.…
Opinion
Fireworks ban not the answer to encouraging more responsibility among neighbors | Ryan Ryals
It’s a little early to be talking about Independence Day fireworks, but it’s fresh in the minds of…
Opinion
Figuring out the red-light cycle and a community facilities district | Ryan Ryals
If you’re wondering why last week’s paper was so pleasant to read, it’s probably because my picture wasn’t…
Opinion
City staff should be thanked for saving the day | Ryan Ryals
It has the makings of an Old Guard meltdown. Last week, we were treated to the news of…
Opinion
Secret rules for raising taxes | Ryan Ryals
The new state budget has finally been worked out, and as expected, taxes are going up. It’s going…