Jim Manders

Dungeness: Jawbone found on ground probably belonged to a Peninsula ancestor

DUNGENESS -- A mystery started by the discovery Tuesday of a human jawbone was quickly solved by detectives who determined that it came from someone… Continue reading

Sequim: Finishing interchange tops list of transportation projects

SEQUIM -- Completion of the Simdars Road interchange at U.S. Highway 101 is the top priority of the city's six-year transportation improvement plan introduced Monday.… Continue reading

Sequim: Highway 101 closed by accident; drivers treated and released

SEQUIM -- A two-vehicle accident closed U.S. Highway 101 east of Sequim for about 90 minutes Monday morning. Traffic was re-routed along West Sequim Bay… Continue reading

West Sequim Bay residents bring up safety concerns about Olympic Discovery Trail

SEQUIM -- In an emergency, switchbacks and tight corners could hinder ambulances and fire vehicles on some parts of the Olympic Discovery Trail. And this,… Continue reading

Blyn: Lack of funding delays Jimmycomelately Creek bridge construction

BLYN -- A lack of funding will delay completion of a bridge spanning U.S. Highway 101 as part of the Jimmycomelately Creek restoration project. Byron… Continue reading

Sequim: Jamestown S”Klallam clinic hires two more doctors

SEQUIM -- The number of staff physicians at the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribal clinic will increase from four to six in early August. Bill Riley, director… Continue reading

Sequim: Plan to curb absenteeism pays off at high school

SEQUIM -- A plan by Sequim High School officials to improve student performance by reducing absences has apparently succeeded. Mark Willis, who is finishing the… Continue reading

Sequim: Four of district’s five schools get new principals

SEQUIM -- Four of Sequim's five schools have new principals after a School Board meeting full of surprises Monday. Two of the principals come from… Continue reading

SEQUIM: ILLNESS, LONELINESS PLAGUE SENIOR

SEQUIM -- Emphysema is draining the life from 69-year-old Karl Gahn, but the pain of his illness pales in comparison to the loneliness he feels.… Continue reading

Sequim: Greywolf candidates have years of experience

SEQUIM -- Greywolf Elementary School's next principal won't lack for experience -- the two finalists for the job each has more than 25 years experience.… Continue reading

Sequim: Charter review hearing speakers shoot down article to promote law enforcement

SEQUIM -- A proposal adding an article to the Clallam County charter making law enforcement the paramount duty of county government was thrashed over by… Continue reading

Sequim: School Board reviews candidates for principal jobs

SEQUIM -- Some familiar names are among those being considered for principal posts at two schools. Contract offers could come as early as Monday's 7… Continue reading

Sequim: Commissioners back critical areas code

SEQUIM -- A local man says he'll turn to the courts after Clallam County commissioners Tuesday denied his appeal of a land-use decision by the… Continue reading

Sequim: Consultant says City Hall is too small

SEQUIM -- Add City Hall to the growing list of government buildings in the area being mentioned as needing remodeling, revision or replacement. Architect Ken… Continue reading

Sequim: Authorities puzzled over upside-down death

SEQUIM -- Being trapped upside down in her seat belt might have contributed to the death of a 60-year-old Puyallup woman, authorities said Monday. Wanda… Continue reading

Sequim: City Council hears common theme on Discovery Trail location — not in my back yard

SEQUIM -- The City Council on Monday heard this common theme on placement of the Olympic Discovery Trail through the eastern part of the city:… Continue reading

Sequim: Puyallup woman dies from injuries sustained in crash

SEQUIM -- A Puyallup woman has died from injuries she sustained Friday in a one-car crash along Western Way. Wanda Mae Willis, 60, was pronounced… Continue reading

Sequim: Fire safety inspections to resume after 20 years

SEQUIM -- Commercial fire inspections will become part of life for Sequim business owners later this summer. The resumption of the fire inspections after nearly… Continue reading

Port Angeles: Pleas to keep Medicaid benefits heard

PORT ANGELES -- Passionate, but informed debate on co-payments and monthly premiums for low-income residents enrolled in the state's Medicaid program filled Port Angeles City… Continue reading

Sequim: Farquhar, Hall named to City Council

SEQUIM -- Donald H. Hall and Ron Farquhar were named Wednesday to fill two vacancies on the City Council. The new members succeed Trina Berg… Continue reading