Take me out to the Hutch (the awards)
Remembering a great Seattle ballplayer, Fred Hutchinson, and honoring those who have exhibited similar courage.
Sue Frause
Sue Frause is a Whidbey Island freelance writer and photographer. You can reach her at sue@suefrause.com.
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Crosscut Tout: The sound of Northwest music lands at Sea-Tac
We're calling ourselves "the city of music," and we're offering local tunes all over the airport. Are you impressed now, Nashville?
Culture
12 Northwest escapes for 2012
Need a vacation? Of course you do. It's January in Seattle. A month-by-month travel guide to keep your mood up all through 2012.
Whale-watching for free, aboard the state ferries
The orcas are venturing south into the Sound this time of year, and the Ferry system has ways to spot them; plus on-shore viewing sites facilitated by The Whale Trail.
Get out the mustard, grandma
Voice of the Mariners Dave Neihaus is back, though in bronze, and you can sit down right beside the old broadcaster.