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Tuesday Dots: The Wait is Over
At long last, the EA Sports College Football 25 game is out (on early access, but July 19th for the rest of us):. Christian Caple continues his B1G 101 series, this time diving into Penn State. And what do you know, Penn State’s annual White Out will be vs UW:...
Seattle Seahawks Receiving Trio Ready to Soar Under New Coordinator Ryan Grubb
Seattle Seahawks aim to elevate their decorated receiving corps' potential under new coordinator Ryan Grubb, despite a historic performance in 2023 by DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba. The trio achieved milestones, yet the team believes there's room for improvement in their passing offense, ranked 14th in yardage and 20th in touchdowns last season.
Pete Carroll overshadowed by Bill Belichick even at the bitter end
The ending of Pete Carroll's career with the Seattle Seahawks did not seem so amiss. The team surprisingly relieved him of his coaching and Vice President of Football Operations duties and then allowed him to hold his own press conference. That seemed to be the classy - and right - thing to do.
Seahawks Predicted to Land Quarterback With ‘High-Level Arm Talent’
The Seattle Seahawks could be looking at their next potential franchise quarterback. As the Seahawks enter the 2024 season, they’ll do so with Geno Smith as the starter for at least one more season. Head coach Mike Macdonald has already stated that Smith will be the starter entering the season, even following the addition of former Washington Commanders starting quarterback Sam Howell.
Northwest senators denounce political violence, Republican VP pick
Democratic Sens. Maria Cantwell from Washington and Ron Wyden of Oregon condemned political violence following the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. The two also voiced their concerns over his pick for vice president.
Advocates urge Washingtonians to vote 'no' on initiative that would allow people to opt out of WA Cares
SEATTLE — Over 100 organizations and advocates voiced their concerns and urged Washingtonians to vote against Initiative 2124, a measure that would allow people to opt out of the state's long-term care insurance program. Initiative 2124, or I-2124, would allow people to opt out of WA Cares, according to...
Midweek Roundup – Open Thread 58
Countdowns: Lynnwood Link (Aug. 30); RapidRide G and bus restructures (Sept. 14) Community Transit is hosting in-person outreach discussing the September 14 service change. Updates on Sound Transit station impacts over the next few weeks:. Westlake Station: the entrance on Pine Street and 3rd Avenue (Exit C2 – Century Square/McDonald’s)...
Woman arrested for shooting inside Showbox SoDo
SEATTLE - A woman was arrested for a shooting that happened inside the Showbox SoDo nightclub on July 5. According to Seattle Police, the shots were fired around 10:30 p.m. after a woman was assaulted during a concert. Officers say a physical altercation broke out between multiple women inside the...
Seattle Signs Law to Support Office-to-Housing Conversions
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell recently signed a proposed bill that would promote the conversion of vacant and underused buildings into affordable housing. The measure would help developers looking to convert existing buildings from commercial to residential uses. The proposed changes aim to make it easier and more straightforward to convert existing structures into residential use, supporting housing development in the city, particularly in and near downtown.
REMINDER: Seattle Southside Chamber’s Southside Leadership Conference is this Friday, July 19
EDITOR’S NOTE: South King Media Founder/Publisher Scott Schaefer serves on the Board of Directors for the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce. REMINDER: The Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce’s Southside Leadership Conference will be held at Highline College this Friday, July 19, 2024, with eight workshops featuring incredible leaders in our community.
Former 'fearful flyer' and airline captain create flashcards to help others conquer fears
SEATTLE — Peak travel summer season is underway, but not everyone loves to fly. A former fearful flyer, who figured out a way to manage his fear, is now sharing his method with others. Brian Morris said his fear of flying was debilitating. "I'm that guy who sits on...
Goodbye to an Old Friend
It was a dark and stormy night . . . Well actually it was just a stormy morning, back on June 3rd of this year, w. hen we experienced wind gust up to 50 miles per hour, with Cliff Maas, on his weather blog calling it more like a November morning. Combined with wet soils, due to substantial rainfall at the time, numerous trees around the city came down.
13-year-old boy shot and killed in Kent
KENT, Wash. — Detectives are investigating a homicide after a 13-year-old boy was shot Tuesday night, according to the Kent Police Department. Officers and firefighters were dispatched to an apartment complex at 22400 Benson Road in Kent at 9:04 p.m. after witnesses called 911 to report a male on the sidewalk had been shot in the abdomen, the KPD said in a statement.
Kiwanis clubs to place painted rocks at downtown Kent parks
Kiwanis clubs will place painted Sunshine Stones later this month at downtown Kent parks to “spread joy and positivity, encouraging everyone to explore their surroundings and connect with nature,” according to the Green River Area Division of Kiwanis. That group announced the placing of the rocks in a...
Enumclaw teacher helps connect educators with supplies worldwide
SEATTLE — A new school year means new school supplies — not just for students but for teachers, too. On average, educators spend somewhere between $500 and $750 of their own money every year on supplies their students need, according to the National Education Association. “As a new...
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