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Emerald Downs: No Surprise in 85th Longacres Mile, Anothertwistafate Wins
9/11/2020 Two more stakes races were on the line in week 12 and none bigger than this with the $100,000 Longacres Mile and the $40,000 Emerald Distaff. Our coverage of…
The Burner: 6 Lynden-Christian Grads headed to Iowa for College
The Burner 9/10/2020 It’s not unusual for several classmates attending the same college such as going to a local community college or a nearby State College but 6 from a…
The Burner: Central Kitsap School Board Furloughed all 3 AD’s now agree to talk more with Community
The Burner 9/10/2020 The Central Kitsap School District announced plans to furlough their 3 Athletic Directors at Central Kitsap, Olympic and Klahowya until further notice. Kitsap Sun Sports Editor Jeff…
Emerald Downs: It’s Mile Day!
9/10/2020 (Auburn, WA) The 85th Longacres Mile will run tonight at Emerald Downs in Auburn. The field of 9 will be set to race for the $100,000 in the most…
Uni Vision: Ranking the best uniforms in Seahawks history
By Brandon Brown ESN Director of Content After ranking the best branding in the state when it came to pro and minor league franchises, it was only right that we…
The Burner: Reliving the Valley’s best season-opening football games
9/9/2020 Over the years, the Yakima Valley has seen some great games to kickoff the high school football season. From OT thrillers to final play heroics, Scott Spruill of the…
Emerald Downs: Larry’s Lucky Picks Week 12 the “Mile Edition”
9/9/2020 (Katlama, WA) It’s a few weeks later than normal and it’s on a Thursday and no fans can attend but the Longacres Mile is always special and the most…
Yelm XC senior Bryce Cerkowniak remains positive in quest for State Title
ESN’s Matt Baide talks with Yelm cross country senior Bryce Cerkowniak about the upcoming season in 2021, what he’s doing to stay in shape for the season and his aspirations…
Matt Baide talks with Adna Soccer Coach Horst Malunat
By Matt Baide Adna girls soccer enters the 2020-21 school year with so many new things: new schedule, new seniors and a new coach. Horst Malunat is a staple in…
Column: “That Got Me To Thinkin’…?” The Geezer Guide to Social Media
9/7/2020 9/7/20 “That Got Me To Thinkin’…?” Chapter 13 “The Geezer Guide to Social Media” By Bruce Williams Raising a teen and a ‘tween and trying to keep up with…
WSU and the State mourn the passing of legend Bob Robertson
9/7/2020 Cougar nation is in mourning with the loss of “the Voice”, Bob Robertson the longtime play-by-play announcer for Cougar Football and Basketball. It was reported first by 247sports that…
Emerald Downs: Hall of Fame Trainer Ben Harris passes at his home in Selah
9/7/2020 (Selah, WA) Washington State Hall of Fame Thoroughbred trainer Ben Harris passed away on September 2nd in Selah. Harris is most known for his incredible run in the waning…
The Burner: Fantasy Golf in Ellensburg; Daily Record Staff lays out perfect 18
9/7/2020 Ellensburg Newspaper The Daily Record’s sports editor Luke Olson has laid out the perfect 18-holes using only the 5 golf courses in Kittitas County. Thompson and his photographer Jacob…
The Burner: Bainbridge Island Grad shines light on Mental Illness and Addiction
9/7/2020 Bainbridge Island Grad Greg Nance has lived a spectacular life from the outside looking in but despite his accomplishments he could not outrun his demons. He instead battled them…
The Burner: Wenatchee and Eastmont Swimmers training in Lake Chelan
9/6/2020 It’s not just Football and Volleyball teams trying to figure out what and how to keep training until they are allowed to play girls swimming also got moved to…
Emerald Downs: The Field is set for the 85th Longacres Mile plus Kentucky Derby Betting notes
9/6/2020 (Auburn, WA) The field has been set for the 85th running of the prestigious Grade 3 $100,000 Longacres Mile set to be run for the first time on a…
The Burner: Skyview Grad’s inspirational Battle with Brain Injury
9/5/2020 Alec Marshall was a starting guard for Skyview this past season and was part of a Storm team who got the Tacoma Dome. Little did he know a Storm…
The Burner: ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit breaks down on College Gameday
9/5/2020 Longtime ESPN College Football analyst Kirk Herstreit broke down emotionally live on “College Gameday” as he talked about current social issues regarding race. Herbstreit and ESN’s Larry’s the SportsCat…
The Burner: Despite heartfelt pleas from high-school athletes, playing fall sports doesn’t align with COVID-19 realities
9/4/2020 The impact of no in person schooling has been felt throughout the state of Washington. None have been impacted more than coaches and student athletes who are used to…
The Burner: Where did the refs go?
9/4/2020 Officials around Washington say there is a growing disconnect between them and players, coaches and fans. It’s showing as the number of new referees dwindles and the industry struggles…