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Rooftop shooter kills a man at Art Walk in Pioneer Square
Detectives are currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred during an art celebration in Pioneer Square. The incident took place on Thursday night, just before 9:30 p.m., when a suspect opened fire from the rooftop of a building in the 400 Block of Occidental Avenue South. Authorities said a report...
Everett police arrest man for attempted kidnapping and rape
EVERETT, Wash. — Everett police arrested a man who attempted to kidnap and rape a woman Thursday morning. At around 10:28 a.m., Everett officers responded to an "assault in progress" near 39th St. and Hoyt Ave. after a woman called 911 to report that she'd been "jumped." During the...
Columbia City Beat Walk: A South Seattle Block Party Like No Other
The Columbia City Beat Walk, a vibrant celebration of community, art, and culture, took place this month in the heart of Seattle's South End. Now in its third decade and produced by the visionary Tisha Gallow, this lively event has become a beloved tradition for locals and visitors alike. This...
Former Seahawks second-round pick returns to Seattle for workout
Could a recent draft pick find himself back in a Seattle Seahawks uniform?. As part of Thursday’s training camp practice, the Seahawks brought in (among others) safety Marquise Blair for a workout (first reported by Corbin Smith). Blair has not been on an NFL active roster since a handful of games with the Carolina Panthers in 2022.
It’s almost time for Seafair’s big weekend: Blue Angels and hydroplanes
A Seattle tradition renews the first weekend in August as the air show and the hydroplanes come to town for Seafair Weekend. Since 1966, the Blue Angels have been performing in Seattle. Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Chester Nimitz, had a vision to create a flight exhibition team in 1946, The idea was to raise the public’s interest in naval aviation and boost Navy morale. Their mission is to showcase the teamwork and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and service to the country through flight demonstrations and community outreach.
Two Projects Broke Ground of High Interest to Snohomish County Residents
The warm summer weather also means construction season. Two important projects broke ground in Everett that will be of high interest to those who live in Snohomish County. The first project may not be super exciting, but it is very important:. Reservoir 3 Replacement. On Tuesday, Everett’s infrastructure improvement project...
Lakewood Farmer Market & Summer Concerts return
The Lakewood Farmers Market and Summer Nights at the Pavilion Summer Concert return to Fort Steilacoom Park Tuesday, July 30. The Lakewood Farmers Market runs every Tuesday from 2-7 p.m. and will continue uninterrupted through Sept. 17. The summer concerts also run Tuesdays from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Pavilion at Fort Steilacoom Park and will continue through Aug. 27.
Weekend closure of Kirkland's NE 85th St to impact the Softball World Series
KIRKLAND, Wash. - The summer construction season continues in Kirkland with a significant closure set to impact drivers and attendees of the Softball World Series this weekend. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has announced a full closure of Northeast 85th Street between Kirkland Way/114th Avenue Northeast and 120th...
Seattle Kokon Taiko at City Park Sunday as Edmonds summer concert series continues
Next up in the free City of Edmonds Summer Concerts in the Park series is Seattle Kokon Taiko from 3-4 p.m. Sunday, July 28 at Edmonds City Park, 600 3rd Ave. S. Taiko is an ancient, dynamic synthesis of rhythm, movement and the spirit of Japan. Seattle Kokon Taiko roots are from an offshoot of the Seattle Taiko Group, which formed in April 1980. In 1992, the two groups merged to form Seattle Kokon Taiko. The ensemble combines traditional Taiko with the modern in a repertoire that is a mix of traditional pieces and contemporary compositions. See more here.
Lululemon larceny: WA authorities bust major theft ring, ‘fence’ arrested
The crackdown continues on a theft ring accused of stealing $500,000 worth of clothing and other items from Lululemon and Ulta stores in Snohomish, King and Pierce County. Loss prevention investigators from those two companies partnered with Bellevue police to put a stop to the thieving. After conducting surveillance on...
Volunteers needed for Cajun Fest ’24, coming Saturday, Aug. 17
Volunteers are needed by the Kent Downtown Partnership (KDP) for Cajun Fest ’24, coming Saturday, Aug. 17, from 2–7 p.m. “With live zydeco and blues, delicious Cajun food, and a beer garden, there’s only one thing left we need to make this event unforgettable—YOU!”. Whether you...
Olympia residents report high rates of discrimination, especially among marginalized groups
A survey of Olympia residents has revealed widespread discrimination, with marginalized groups like transgender individuals, people of color, and those with disabilities facing the most frequent incidents of being disrespected and denied opportunities. At the Olympia City Council study session on Tuesday, Dr. Ashley Gardner, Truclusion principal researcher, explained they...
Grace City Church Poised To Expand Sunnyslope Compound With New 22,000 Square Foot Building
Dominick Bonny is a columnist and contributor to Source ONE News. The City of Wenatchee’s Community Development Department on Tuesday gave a thumbs up to Grace City Church’s plan to build a new 22,000-square-foot building on the organization’s Sunnyslope compound at a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) hearing at City Hall.
Dr. Zina Hajduczok joins Olympic Medical Heart Center
The Olympic Medical Heart Center added Zina Hajduczok, MD, to its cardiology team. Dr. Hajduczok is a cardiologist and internal medicine specialist with more than 30 years of healthcare experience, according to a July 18 news release. Dr. Hajduczok will join Kara Urnes, MD, Amir Kazerouninia, MD, and Ranjini Krishnan,...
Homeless Housing Network sets up shop in Wenatchee, connecting at-risk families to community resources
WENATCHEE—The Wenatchee Homeless Housing Network (HHN) opened at Link Transit’s Columbia Station in Downtown Wenatchee. It aims to connect community members who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to various local resources. Through teamwork with a plethora of local organizations, the HHN works to help at-risk Wenatchee inhabitants find independence, stability, and housing to meet their individual needs.
Are offshore wind turbines coming to Washington?
Wind turbines in Washington state. You see them surrounding Ellensburg and the tri-cities. But now people are asking the question, do we need offshore wind turbines for Washington state?. According to crosscut.com,. ‘Last spring, the state legislature allocated $625,000 to study developing an offshore wind turbine industry. Of that, $375,000...
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