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Converge Media and Scope Screenings Present "We Remember You" in support of 100 Days Of Peace Initiative
In September 2023, Converge Media partnered with the City of Seattle to produce the short film "We Remember You" to document the City’s observance of the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims. This powerful short film underscores the commitment to honoring those lost to violence and supporting their families.
Smith Names Damon Lessler Director Of Player Development
SEATTLE – On Friday, Washington head baseball coach announced the hiring of Damon Lessler as the Huskies' director of player development. Lessler brings a robust resume to Montlake, making various stops around the country with some of the top programs in collegiate baseball. Lessler has spent the last two seasons at fellow Big Ten member Ohio State as the Buckeyes' director of operations. In his role, Lessler was responsible for a myriad of behind the scenes initiatives for OSU. Before making the move to Columbus, Lessler was the hitting coach at Charleston Southern for one season in 2022. During his...
Washington lands speedy safety Rylon Dillard-Allen
Washington has notched another impressive recruiting victory out West ahead of its inaugural season in the Big Ten. Three-star safety Rylon Dillard-Allen from Phoenix (Ariz.) Mountain Pointe announced his commitment to the Huskies on Friday, giving coach Jedd Fisch and Co. a significant addition to a 2025 class that is pacing for a top-20 finish nationally. Here is everything you need to know about the Huskies' latest win on the trail:
Threat Of Youth Violence Snatches Opportunity For Local Drill Team To Participate In Torchlight Parade
Youth violence is a major concern in the Greater Seattle area, and often these incidents impact more than the perpetrators and the victims. Unfortunately, this is the case as it relates to the Dolls and Gents Drill Team and Drumline, which was informed on Thursday, July 25, that they will not be able to participate in the 2024 Seafair Torchlight Parade, scheduled for this Saturday, July 27. This decision was based upon alleged assumptions and speculations by the Seafair organization that the group may have been or could be the target of youth violence.
New Bulk Buy Program Encourages Collaborations Between Farmers and Pike Place Market Businesses
Beloved cheesecake bakery The Confectional has partnered with two Pike Place Market farms to create mouthwatering flavors: Blueberry Bliss and Tayberry & Cream. Both flavors quickly became best sellers at their debut in July. Try these seasonal flavors through Labor Day or before they sell out. The partnerships were made...
Seattle City Light Invests in Grid Upgrades for Reliable Electricity and Sustainable Future
Seattle City Light is actively bolstering the infrastructural fortitude of its electric grid, advancing projects aimed at ensuring consistent electricity delivery to its customers. As outlined in a recent announcement, the utility provider is currently updating substations, replacing old cables, and installing cutting-edge technology. The emphasis on upgrades seeks to match growing demand and to anticipate future growth needs.
Reuben’s Brews and OOLA Distillery release Greyhound Spritz canned cocktail
Reuben’s Brews has always been a forward-thinking brewery, and the movement of craft breweries to explore the “beyond beer” segment which includes cider, seltzer, kombucha, "hard” anything, and perhaps most significantly canned ready-to-drink cocktails which are booming. Reuben’s has experimented with natural fruit hard seltzer in there FruitFuzz lineup, and small batch NA beer, this collaboration lets them try out the RTD canned cocktail market without investing in a distillery and an entirely new market. Plus, it keeps one foot in the beer world with the use of hops citrusy and slightly spizy hops and Reuben’s seltzer techniques with OOLA’s gin botanicals and grapefruit puree for a refreshing take on a classic cocktail.
Big Ten rival uses gimmick trying to keep Nebraska Cornhuskers fans away
One of the craziest things about being a Nebraska Cornhuskers fan is that, on occasion, it feels like opposing schools fear you more than the actual team. Historically, Nebraska football fans have drawn quite a bit of ire, mainly because of how well they travel. Colorado has shown this off...
Pitch Your Talk for Ignite Seattle #46!
Ignite Seattle #46 is right around the corner! Tickets are on sale now for our next event, happening October 3 at Town Hall Seattle. We’re excited for another night of live community storytelling at its informative, entertaining best, and we can’t wait to see you there. To make...
Seahawks 1st-Round Pick Byron Murphy Breaks His Silence After Transgender Adult Star Exposed Him For Allegedly Not Paying His $15,000 Bill For Her Special Services
Seattle Seahawks rookie defensive tackle Byron Murphy got his training camp sessions started off with controversy after his name began to trend online because of an adult star. Head Huncho, a transgender OnlyFans model, took to X and posted screenshots to expose Byron Murphy for wanting certain services done to...
Boeing admits defrauding US government, forced to pay hundreds of millions
Boeing admits it defrauded the U.S. government following two deadly crashes several years ago, and now the company is forced to pay out hundreds of millions of dollars and make some serious changes. The Department of Justice just released its findings and punishments regarding Boeing’s inability to make significant safety...
'Nobody wants to come here': Machete attack adds to ongoing violence in Seattle's CID
SEATTLE — It’s a spot Seattle police are familiar with. Now, there’s yet another violent crime affecting the neighborhood. Police say on Thursday, a suspect slashed a victim with a machete at 12th and King. 12th, and Jackson is just a block over. Together, those two intersections...
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald confirms where Connor Williams would play
Connor Williams has reportedly passed his physical after working his way back from a torn ACL he suffered late in the 2023 season. This should augment any interest he has for teams taking a look at signing the veteran offensive linemen. Williams visited the Seattle Seahawks this week so there is certainly a mutual interest.
Officials urge caution as fires strain air resources in Washington, Oregon
YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash. — Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz toured the site of the Black Canyon Fire Friday and gave a briefing on the state of the fire season so far. According to Franz, the state has more resources to fight fires and hasn't necessarily seen an unusual number of fires so far this year, but other factors have put a strain on the people and tools available to fight them.
Shorter camping stay limits in Washington state parks to begin in August
Campers in Washington’s state parks will soon find themselves unable to stay in one site quite as long. New rules approved by the Washington Parks and Recreation Commission limit camping stays to no more than 10 consecutive nights in one park in a 30-day period and a maximum of 90 days per calendar year in […]
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