An Uncanny Lichen-ess
EWU professor Jessica Allen studies the diverse world of lichens. Two species she discovered are named after famous women: Dolly Parton and Oprah.
From INCA to Noma
How an Inland Northwest Culinary Academy graduate landed an internship at one of the best restaurants in the world.
Is wasting food America’s stupidest problem?
It’s currently estimated that up to 40 percent of all food grown or produced for human consumption in America is never eaten. And we’re not talking scraps, recalled products or goods damaged beyond salvage — this is food that’s perfectly safe and nutritious.
Naked Truths
Spokane artist Kate Vita painted a series of unembellished, emotionally honest portraits of her female peers.
Knack for Knots
How social media, houseplant cultivation and contemporary decor trends have nudged macrame back into popularity.
I Got my Cat’s DNA Tested
I was far less interested in the secrets of my own DNA than to discover my cat’s much more mysterious genetic ancestry. My partner and I have always believed that our 8-year-old Dellie has some Maine Coon in her blood.
In Her Place
Why women in food feel often they need to work twice as hard as their male counterparts just to prove themselves capable.
Boozy Breakfast Banter
Drunch, a Spokane podcast “by womxn, for womxn and about womxn,” highlights female issues in a relaxed, conversational format.
Leveling Up
Spokane’s Lester Bloom is living a childhood dream making video games; his first solo project PlanTechtor is out this month.
WoW Me
A Spokane couple met online playing World of Warcraft while living across the country from each other. They just celebrated their first wedding anniversary.