From My Cub Scout Days

 Steve found this article that I did not know about.  He has been posting news about the family from over the decades, that he has found in the UB archives.  

In this article, I get recognized for achieving the getting the "Wolf badge" in Cub Scouts.  I was also honored for civic work. This article, according to Steve, was from May of 1966.

Mariners Hire Jason Kanzler To Manage

 For the third time, the Seattle Mariners have hired a manager who had never before held that position.  Jason Kanzler. 

Kanzler, 36 is a former high school science teacher.  He has served as Chicago Cubs director of player development since 2024.  

Long suffering Mariner fans have largely greeted the move with skepticism.  

Wes Uhlman--My First Letter To The UB

 In 2018, I posted an editorial out of the Walla Walla Union-Bulletin from the fall of 1976, that was critical of Seattle Mayor, at the time, Wes Uhlman, who was running for governor.  

My brother, Steve, who now subscribes to the UB archives, was able to find the letter and send it to me.  See above. 

Go Seahawks MNF

 Seahawks host the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football!

Cougar And Seahawk Legend Dan Doornink

 Dan Doornink, a star running back for both the Washington State Cougars and later, the Seattle Seahawks has died.  

Doornink played 7 seasons for the Hawks. 

A product of Central Washington, he would go on the get his medical degree, practicing in Yakima.  

Doornink was 70. 

Holy Cow

Putting the "farmer" in Farmers' Market. Last regular market was yesterday (Saturday, October 31st, 2026).

Happy Halloween

 

Bee Gees Tribute 5--Emotion

 This Bee Gees song was released with the lead being sung by Samantha Sang. 

Milwaukee Brewers Win 2026 World Series

 

The Brewers beat Tampa Bay in 5 games.  Because the Brewers began as the Seattle Pilots, area fans rooted either for them or against them.