By Jerry Large, Seattle Times Sep. 20--People, like all things in nature, are drawn to the path of least resistance. That's one reason so many of us, in this sedentary and food-rich society, weigh more and are less healthy than we'd like to be.

By Mike Lindblom, Seattle Times Apr. 4--Light rail is meant to bring redevelopment and prosperity to Seattle's Rainier Valley, but three years of construction has nearly ruined a small hair salon along the route.