News
Sound Transit and city seek deal for parking garage
City-owned easement stands in the way of construction.
Opinion
The wit and wisdom of Mrs. Whale carries on | Whale’s Tales
I have not written much in this space about my mother.
Opinion
Foreign languages often find a better way to say it | Whale’s Tales
“Learn a new language and get a new soul.”
News
State of the City 2024: Auburn mayor addresses growth, parks and more
Speech was held Feb. 29 in the Events Center at the Muckleshoot Casino.
News
Should Auburn go back to using a municipal court?
Discussion surfaces on city’s agreement with the King County District Court.
Opinion
The key thing is what we do with our imperfections | Whale’s Tales
I have said and done many things of which I am not proud. That is, I am no…
News
Discovery of body in Auburn leads to discussion on ordinance
Auburn City Code already establishes rules and restrictions related to loitering on publicly-owned property or related to uses…
Opinion
Songs trigger memories of growing up in Auburn | Whale’s Tales
That’s what happens whenever I hear the opening notes of Bruce Springsteen’s wonderful “My Hometown.”
News
Auburn School District levy is passing by thin margin
These were the results as of 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21.
Opinion
Poetic proof that artificial intelligence needs a human touch | Whale’s Tales
Of course there’s irony here in that LinkedIn is asking writers — who, after all, make their living…
News
Miss Auburn and Miss Auburn’s Teen 2024 winners crowned
There were 10 Miss Auburn and 11 Miss Auburn Teen contestants who competed in each phase of competition.
News
Auburn School District levy trails by narrow margin in early returns
A simple majority of 50 percent plus 1 vote is required to pass a levy, and the superintendent…
News
City seeks to condemn properties to widen road
Auburn hopes to widen Auburn Way South from Hemlock Street to Poplar Street Southeast.
News
Emergency housing facility opens in north Auburn
Don’s Place serves people experiencing homelessness, with a focus on veterans and seniors.
Opinion
Once upon a time, flexibility was seen as a strength | Whale’s Tales
I have always considered it a strength, not a weakness, to consult with people with whom we vehemently…
Life
Former Vietnam War nurse’s new book to be published
Auburn author talks about her experiences and recovery.
Business
Muckleshoot Tribe’s new luxury hotel tower celebrates grand opening
It may be hard to believe looking up and around today, but the Muckleshoot Casino started out in…
Opinion
When it comes to grievances, the joke is on us | Whale’s Tales
I can’t shake the conviction that a sense of perpetual aggrievement is one of the key components of…
News
Upcoming street repair and construction projects in Auburn
This will be a busy year for street repair and construction in Auburn.