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See sleek, modern houseboat on Seattle Floating Homes Tour

A mosaic of light dances across the bedroom ceiling in Jessica and Kevin Vanderzanden's new houseboat. The shimmering reflections off Lake Union are a constant reminder that their home floats gently above the water. [More]

By Jackson Holtz
Herald Writer | September 2


Admire five homes (and their views) on Camano Island tour

It's time for the 32nd annual Camano Island Home Tour, featuring five private homes from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 11, all around the picturesque island. [More]

By Sarah Jackson
Herald Writer | September 2


Tour 8 historic homes in Everett

Historic Everett: The Historic Everett Home Tour will feature eight historic homes on its annual tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 11 in north Everett. [More]

September 2



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Plants of merit: ornamental rhubarb

WHAT: Ornamental rhubarb is a perennial with the appearance of an ancient plant, well suited for scenes in "Jurassic Park," with its colossal 3- to 4-foot-diameter leaves. [More]

September 2


Seems Like Yesterday

50 YEARS AGO (1960) [More]

September 2


Today in History

Today is Thursday, Sept. 2, the 245th day of 2010. There are 120 days left in the year. TODAY'S HIGHLIGHT On Sept. 2, 1945, Japan formally surrendered in ceremonies aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay, ending World War II. [More]

September 2


Home Plan

Duplexes are becoming more popular as they provide a side for the owner to live in and a side to either rent out or have an in-law live in. [More]

September 2



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Wealthy once ate sardines off fancy dishes

The foods we favor have changed as technology has changed. A method of preserving food in glass containers was developed in the late 17th century. [More]

By Terry Kovel | September 2


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