A new year, and lifestyle editor, for celebrating culture, community

Big changes are afoot at Cascadia Daily News in 2024, and as you may have heard, the Living section is no exception. Allow me to introduce myself: My name is Cocoa Laney, and I’ll be continuing Amy Kepferle’s work as your new lifestyle reporter/editor.   My predecessor set a high bar, so I’m approaching this role with a healthy mix of curiosity, excitement and respect for her work. I’m also showing up with new ideas for the Living section — but before we dive into that, let’s ge