We're Staying In Oso, But Every Day We Say Goodbye
Ron Thompson was known as the mayor of Steelhead Drive. He and his wife Gail Thompson lost their home and many neighbors in the Oso landslide. But they’ve decided to stay in Oso, and start over in a new home just four miles from the old one. They find hope in rebuilding their community while striving to find meaning in the disaster.
Read the Thompsons' story on Medium.
From KCTS: The Thompsons talk about their experience.
KUOW 94.9 and KCTS 9 collaborated to produce this series of profiles of people most affected by the landslide—a woman rescued from the mud, a couple who lost their home, a first responder struggling with post-traumatic stress, and leaders, municipal and spiritual, still working tirelessly for their community.
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Liz Jones
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Liz Jones is an editor for daily news, features and special projects. She started at KUOW in 2005 and worked primarily as a reporter until 2018. Her coverage largely focused on immigration and underrepresented communities.
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