OPINION
Editorial Cartoon: May 17, 2023
Be heard on housing
As has been promised, the public’s opportunity to begin weighing in on the Housing Action Plan — actually, plans, as there will be one of each for Winthrop and Twisp — has arrived. The community participation part of the process is a bit behind schedule, but nonetheless will give residents a chance to offer ideas […]
Letters to the editor: May 17, 2023
Who will respond? Dear Editor: I was relieved to see that Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office will be providing temporary police services in Twisp and I’m sure they will do their best within the limits of their resources. This summer, however, when it’s all hands on deck to deal with a wildfire, standoff, or search and […]
My Turn – Key climate bills emerge from state Legislature
Submitted by Methow Valley Citizens Council The 2023 Legislative Session concluded on April 24. Several key climate and conservation bills emerged that will have short- and long-term benefits to the Methow and Okanogan. The Methow Valley Citizens Council Action Fund, the political arm of MVCC, sent weekly action alerts throughout the session on priority bills […]
Editorial Cartoon: May 10, 2023
Harts Pass: May 10, 2023
No Bad Days- My personal perennial
In the carport of my little house in Twisp, each year about this time a brave, resilient red tulip pops up through the gravel — right where until recently the lingering snow held domain. I can tell the tulip is coming back when its leaves begin pushing up toward daylight. I am very careful not […]
Letters to the editor: May 10, 2023
Enloe myths Dear Editor: Last week, Bob Hunt wrote a response to a previous letter by Randy Brook with respect to the removal of Enloe Dam. He cited two enduring myths about the liability and limited ecological value of removing the dam. His statements are understandable as these are myths repeated by the PUD for […]
My Turn- At MVCC, the emphasis is on ‘community’
By Anita Lince Maling “So, what do I get for becoming a member?” a friend asked recently. “Water bottle? Sticker for my car?” Methow Valley residents are used to dozens of hands reaching out for support and if you look at the back end of many cars in town, you’ll see half of those worthy […]
