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Randi Becker – the “Senator from Premera” – attempting to block insurance rate transparencyBy: Steve Breaux
April 03, 2011
A local state senator who has accepted at least $2,400 in campaign contributions from one of the state’s largest healthcare providers is behind an amendment to deny consumers access to information on why their healthcare premiums are going up.
“I don’t think it’s any coincidence that the legislators who are gutting ... in Editorials
On May 30th the OSD Superintendent, Michelle Curry, met with the affected families in response to the impending closing of the Partnership School. Unfortunately this was done after the decision had already been made. In what the district is calling a “miscommunication,” but some Partnership parents are seeing ...
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I just want to share a eye opning expierence with a great community! I have been a volunteer with orting fire and rescue since 2007. Late last year it was brought to my attention that the department was wasting funds and misusing equipment. I had already talked to the Chief ...
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Feel free to reword, this is just the info and emails I have received.
Superintendent Mrs. Curry along with the school board have decided to close the Partnership School for the Sciences. I got an email from the PTTE board Thursday morning this is what it said: Dear Partnership Families, We received ... in Editorials
Ever notice that awful smell coming into Orting from the Graham hill? It hasn't always smell like this. I think I noticed it in the fall season of last year.
The odor barfs into your vehicle just before Muehler Road just past the old Sasaki Farm ... in Editorials
Why do we not offer CPR classes to the public in Orting? Well we have been thru a private company that was allowed to use the public saftey building. The instructor now is leaving so me as his business partner was going to take over he was told by Paul ...
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Why is the fire dept. wasting funds? They purchased a 2500+ dollar lawn tractor that is not being used. It sits at the main station! They purchased a new trailer to haul the river raft on for 1ooo$ but they already have one that needed about 50$ in work. They ...
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Pierce County Executive Pat McCarthy issued the following statement after the County Council's vote on Tuesday, Nov. 9, to approve the 2011 budget: Like families and businesses, Pierce County government will continue to live within its means while providing critical services that support healthy, livable communities. My team worked with the ... in Editorials
"Let's see here. I need to shower, shave, eat some oatmeal, put on my new Obama T-shirt, grab my 9mm and hold up a convenience store.
New Fashion Rage In Police Mug Shots, These are actual Police Photos. Insert Photo in Editorials
 Grade School Teachers Expressing Their Political and Religious Beliefs to Grade School ChildrenBy: Anonymous Parent
October 21, 2010
I am a teacher and have a very strict policy regarding politics. I never tell the students my political affiliation. When teaching government and politics, I make it a point to present all sides and play devil's advocate. I've had kids ask me who I vote for, etc. I always ... in Editorials
So Summer’s Almost Over and the Economy is Still Bleeding Jobs. The Obama White House promised this would be a summer of economic recovery, but after another disappointing month of high unemployment it is evident that is simply not the case. Now, Washington families can add another false promise to ...
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I received an email from a friend several days ago, and I know of several who have received it as well, so I'm not the original author. However, I cared enough to research it online and was horrified to find out it was accurate and even somewhat 'light' as more ...
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 Our Elected Officials in Olympia Collectively Cannot Support a One Man Rock FightBy: James Vaughn
June 26, 2010
Greetings to Everyone in Orting,
I did it again. I filed my third initiative of the year, which will be my last. It’s a beauty. There has been a record number of initiatives this year, for a variety of reasons. Voter frustration has been identified as one ... in Editorials
In today's 24/7/365 world, staying connected is what it's all about. And text messaging, according to the CTIA, the international association for the wireless telecommunications industry, is increasingly how many people prefer to communicate today.* Maybe it's the allure of the rapid read and respond capability — even from behind ...
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Welcome to Orting! We are a small town with big sports. We all have had a time where we sit at a game of soccer, baseball, or football. Have you seen the injuries? Have you seen the unseen ice packs and icy hot? I talked to a reliable source asking ...
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