Squamish is banning plastic bags and straws by the end of 2019. We discuss some of the complications.
Full story: https://goo.gl/9ET9yB

Are labels for some students' learning and behavioural conditions stigmatizing or necessary?
Full story: https://goo.gl/a9mXh3

#4 Squamish bans plastic

Flood danger in Year 2100 conditions is 'unacceptable' according to a new report. Here's why that matters now.
Full story: https://goo.gl/5PAGXj

There are some big loopholes that allow people without permits to take accessible parking spots. This threatens to push out people who actually need those spaces.
Full story: https://goo.gl/WDSrzW

#5 Flood danger 'unacceptable' and the loopholes of accessible parking

Was a public meeting about a proposed temporary work camp in Britannia all that 'fiery'? Also, why does Steven write funny?
Full story: https://goo.gl/ozBfXA

And — a deeper dive into what school vaccination rates tell us. What are zero vaccination rates?
Full story: https://goo.gl/f5KLwS

#6 Work Camp And Vaccines

BC Liberal leader Andrew Wilkinson and local MLA Jordan Sturdy drop into The Chief's office for a conversation. We talk about Wilkinson's recent "wacky" rental remarks in relation to Squamish's housing crisis and the legislature spending allegations, among other things. Full story: https://goo.gl/XmVzJ5 

Also — we take a closer look at what usage statistics for the Squamish Valley Forest Service Road tell us. One of the conclusions just doesn't smell right. 
Full story: https://goo.gl/memZJQ

#7 Andrew Wilkinson visits & regarding poop in the Squamish Valley

After possible measles exposure, Squamish residents responded — with a more than 500 per cent vaccination increase. 
Full story: goo.gl/det6ym

When drugs containing fentanyl were found near a Squamish elementary, locals — including the RCMP — found out through Facebook. Reporters Steven Chua and Keili Bartlett talk about how journalism goes beyond what you see online. 
Full story: goo.gl/1sqByy

#8 Vaccines, fentanyl and Facebook

Council has been debating the merits of fenced off-leash dog parks versus designating off-leash zones. We talk about the key differences. 
Full story: https://goo.gl/yMrtQw

Also, in light of our flood of sports stories this week, we discuss what makes good sports coverage, and how fans can help shed light on their favourite athletes. 
Check out our sports coverage here: 
https://goo.gl/R2g1MX

Finally, we talk about one idea for what can happen to out-of-commission boats: reefs. 
Full story: https://goo.gl/M5NVr4

#9 Who let the dogs out? Sports and boat reefs

A discussion on which facts are most important when examining the death of Lila Moody-Ogilvie, a Squamish Nation woman.
Full stories: https://bit.ly/2YTrkU7
https://bit.ly/2VrM3fY

Also, we break down the 2019 municipal budget, which has recently been approved by council.
Full story: https://bit.ly/2G1hVm4

Finally, our editor discusses the first major wildfire of the season and the reaction to our coverage.
Full story: https://bit.ly/2FPEitE

#10 Squamish Nation woman found dead & Squamish's 2019 budget

Behind the scenes details on what it was like to report on the cannabis grow-op fire. Full story: https://bit.ly/2uVedUU PHOTOS: https://bit.ly/2IdHEKt 

Winter is here. A Squamish artist was commissioned to make art for the Game of Thrones TV series. Why embargoes play a key role when it comes to big announcements. Full story: https://bit.ly/2v3h4Lz 

Finally — what does Dolly Parton have to do with Squamish? More than you'd think, apparently. Full story: https://bit.ly/2IgmNGr

#11 - Fire and Ice

We're taking Friday off, but don't worry. You still get to hear us in time for the Easter holiday — and earlier! Garibaldi at Squamish isn't the only one proposing a development at Brohm Ridge. We talk about the possibility of a wilderness lodge in the area. Full story: https://bit.ly/2VcNWQB 

Property tax rates have been set. Yes, it sounds like snoozer, but we tell you why it should be keeping you wide awake. Full story: https://bit.ly/2DlMFMR 

Finally, your average well-kept house may be a lot more flammable than you think. We run through the FireSmart test to see what goes up in smoke.
Full story: https://bit.ly/2ItyWYM

#12 Another proposal for Brohm Ridge? Plus property tax rates have been set

The Chief is at Everest's base camp! Well, kind of. We talk about Clayton Matthews' adventure, and what he brought along for the ride.
Have a look: https://bit.ly/2DzZaor

Also, many people have been asking us why opinions against certain proposals at public meetings don't always get covered. Here's why.
An example: https://bit.ly/2VvaYT4

Finally, our editor unveils a new goodie that'll help locals discuss this year's federal election.
https://bit.ly/2ZzKqix

#13 A front page at Everest & why dissenting voices don't always get covered

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Cover photo by Clayton Matthews. Theme music by Steven Chua.

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