I’m always amazed by how many coffee shops and drive-thru stands we have in this town. I mean, it’s getting a little crazy around here. From national chain stores to family-owned roadside kiosks, there seems to be more coffee options than anyone could ever need. Someone told me there are 100 of these coffee businesses... Continue Reading →
There are lots of places to find a good beer in Yakima nowadays, but that wasn’t always the case. As recently as 2007 — the year I moved to town — it was pretty slim pickins around here. You could barely find a good sixer, let alone a growler or twenty-two. Bale Breaker had yet... Continue Reading →
•••••• Originally published in May 2017 If you haven’t seen me around town as a reporter over the past year, you’ve probably at least seen my byline. I’ve been on the Business Times staff since September 2016, handling a mix of production and editorial responsibilities. For the past 12 months or so, I’ve been the only... Continue Reading →
Originally published in August 2017 •••••• OK fine, I admit it. I’m a small-town guy. It has taken me about 16 years — my whole newspaper career — to accept this reality. But the longer I spend away from the big city, the less I want to return. Just give me an occasional weekend visit... Continue Reading →
Originally published in June 2017 Losing your best friend is never easy. Human or pet, the deeper the bond, the more difficult it is to move on. Parting with those closest to us is rough, but we find a way to go on with life. Everyone experiences loss, and most of the time, things get... Continue Reading →
