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Dear Editor,

Living in Pullman is becoming more and more expensive every year and with the current economic status it is probably only going to get worse. The current price for housing in Pullman is hard for many students as the amount of people seeking housing is very large. Most of the property's are owned by either Dabco, DRA, Helenes and Highland and can charge competitive rates as they own a vast amount apartment complexes as well as houses. What is interesting is the condition of many of the houses that are rented out to students.

 

A house near where I live recently had an electrical fire within it's wall and almost caught a kid by surprise as he was sleeping. Looking at the many houses owned by these companies I question the integrity, condition, and safety that is provided, given the age of many of these properties, as well as the amount of rent that is charged by these property owners. Are students and other's who rent from these agencies getting swindled? I believe further investigation and reporting on this issue would enlighten many about the current conditions surrounding a large portion of Pullman residents. 

Sources: -The Property Owners- -Student Renters- -Other Renters- -

Dear Editor,

A recent dilemma has occurred in my mind concerning the battle between whether the dunes or the cliffs are a better place to spend a hot summer day in Pullman. Some may argue one way and some another but there is quite a bit of evidence supporting both as the the best. 

Knowing many individuals who enjoy attending events at these secluded locations I was thinking that reporting on this issue would be influential to students trying to find the best possible place to spend their hot summer days. I would plan on reporting the differences and commonalities as well as the opinions from both sides of the fence.

Sources: -Dunes Student- -Cliffs Student- -Personal Experience (for description purpose only)-

Dear Editor,

Finding parking in and around school is relatively difficult even if you have a pass to one of the lots. Many students do not live within walking distance and some do not even live near a bus stop. Tickets for parking in a lot that you do not have a pass for usually runs you around $20 which in turn  can really ruin your day. Parking at the library or the CUE is also expensive as a 15 minute expenditure can cost you 50 cents. 

Residential roads as well as apartment complexes also suffer from overcrowding and most likely contribute to a large proportion of the accidents that happen here in Pullman. 

Understanding that there is a lack of parking space for such a large school I was going to write about the conflict and what has been done and is being done to "curb" this issue. 

Sources: -WSU Parking- -Students- -Pullman Residents suffering from same issue-