A new history
By Zach Hagadone
Reader Staff
Big things were happening in the eighth and ninth millennia B.C.E. Archaeologists and anthropologists generally agree that the period saw the beginnings of agriculture, the …
Tagged: archaeology
Tribal artifacts uncovered during McArthur Lake project could rewrite history
By Reader Staff
What started as a highway construction project in Boundary County has resulted in archaeological findings that have the potential to rewrite the earliest history of human habitation …
Mad about Science: Damascus steel
By Brenden Bobby
Reader Columnist
It’s likely that you’ve heard the term “Damascus steel” at some point in your life — particularly if you’re a fan of swords. Beautiful marbled …
Mike’s Corner: Quite the scandal
By Mike Wagoner
Reader Contributor
Archaeologists keep finding cool things out about us… our early history as a species… Homo Sapiens, baby… that’s who we are.
Evidently an early prototype …
Remembering, rewriting and reconnecting
By Jyl Wheaton-Abraham
Reader Contributor
I spoke recently at a public hearing regarding a permit request at the mouth of Trestle Creek. While numerous attendees raised concerns about wildlife, water …
Mad About Science: Bog bodies
By Soncirey Mitchell
Reader Staff
This subject isn’t for the squeamish, dear reader. Proceed with caution.
Plant-lovers will recognize peat as the light soilless medium sold at garden stores and …
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