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Thanksgiving is a beloved holiday. Families may have their own unique Thanksgiving traditions, but one staple of this kickoff to the holiday season is bound to make its way to Thanksgiving dinner tables no matter how unusual families’ holiday celebrations may be: turkey. Much effort goes into picking and preparing a Thanksgiving turkey. Depending on the size of the bird, turkeys can take many hours to cook. Thanksgiving celebrants are no doubt familiar with oven-roasted turkey, which is the most traditional way to cook t...
Extreme winter weather can make vehicle breakdowns especially dangerous. The National Safety Council encourages drivers to be prepared at all times by keeping these items in the trunk: Properly inflatedspare tire, wheelwrench & tripod jack Jumper cables Multipurpose utility tool Flashlight & spare batteries Reflective triangles & brightly colored cloth Compass First-aid kit Nonperishable food Drinking water Reflective vest Car cell phone charger Fire extinguisher Duct tape Rain poncho Warm clot...
OLYMPIA — Democratic Secretary of State Steve Hobbs may owe his re-election Nov. 8 to Rep. Brad Klippert. Hobbs defeated independent Pierce County Auditor Julie Anderson to retain the office, the first time a Democrat has been elected as state’s chief elections officer in six decades. Gov. Jay Inslee appointed Hobbs last year to replace Republican Kim Wyman after she resigned in November 2021 to take an election-security position in President Joe Biden’s administration. Hobbs received 1,346,093 votes (49.84%) to Ander...
It seems like every time you open a webpage, turn on the TV or listen to the radio, you’re bombarded with negativity. We’re on the verge of nuclear war. The recession is upon us. Inflation is high. Every storm is “historic.” Race-based politics are invading every inch of our educational system and lives. And if that’s not enough, the 2024 election season has already begun. It’s enough to get you down, and keep you there. But cheer up. You have plenty to be thankful for this Th...
Winterizing your car entails more than just getting the studded tires out of the garage and rushing to have them installed. According to some commentators, there are a few basic preparations a driver should make before venturing out in the snow. Checking tire pressure every morning before you leave: Tire pressure tends to fluctuate with falling temperatures, even if your car is sheltered. This can result in reduced traction and deformities in the tire itself. Is your...
Summer and fall can stake their claim as road trip season, and even devoted drivers may admit that winter is generally a less desirable time to take to the open road. The elements factor heavily into that reputation, as fewer hours of daylight, snow and ice are just some of the variables that can make it less enjoyable, and potentially more dangerous, to drive in winter. In anticipation of adverse driving conditions, vehicle owners can take various steps to prepare their cars...