Story behind a photo, and a few thin slices

Dog Days of Winter: A dog bounds through B.A. Clark Park, January 14, 2008, as fog shrouded the north side of Spokane, Wash. bringing slick and damp conditions to the Inland Northwest. Brian Plonka photo.

Word is photojournalist Brian Plonka took this photo from his moving car. (Does our insurance cover that? asked one editor). Shazam factor may be better summarized by following quote: “I can’t take a decent picture standing still,” said managing editor Gary Graham.

Some good reads today

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• Slideshow of photos from HOME section story, ” House with rich history just right for new family ”