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Heritage Goes From Zero to Heroes

Heritage coach Josh Downey gets a celebratory dousing from his players after the Timberwolves capture the 4A district title Thursday. ---

Titanic Comeback Sends Union to State

When it started the post season, the Union boys basketball team decided to focus on the journey and let the destination take care of itself. On Thursday at Hudsons Bay High School, the Titans took one stirringly incredible trip that landed them in the Class 3A state tournament.

Talking Points

1. Imprisoned NFL quarterback Michael Vick will be allowed to spend the final two months of his prison sentence under home confinement because there is no room for Vick convicted of dog- fighting charges two years ago at a halfway house, according to the Associated Press. Vicks new prison cell: His five-bedroom, 3,538-square-foot brick home, assessed at $748,100.

Skyview Girls Win District Title

Skyview players (from left) Kailee Oliver and Nikki Bond celebrate their win over Kelso in the 4A girls district championship game at Heritage High School. ---

La Center Girls Capture 1a State Berth

The La Center girls basketball team is headed to the Class 1A state tournament in Yakimas Sun Dome after eliminating Ilwaco 70-40 from the 1A district tournament at Kelso High School. La Center put away Ilwaco with a 25-5 second-quarter advantage.

Road Trip Struggles Reveal Blazers Weakness

Nate McMillan brought the question to a dead stop almost as soon as it had come out. It was Sunday, and the Blazers were preparing for this weeks road trip to Houston and San Antonio. They were venues at which the Blazers have struggled to win this decade, but arenas in which they may have to eventually win in order to be successful in the playoffs. It seemed reasonable that the trip would not only answer questions about the Blazers position, but also serve as a training ground for learning t...