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Seafair ships, Lincoln Park orchestra, Delridge P-Patch storytime, more for your West Seattle Tuesday
(Flower at West Seattle Bee Garden, photographed by Susan Whiting Kemp) Here’s what’s happening for the rest of today/tonight, as listed on the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (send us your event any time – westseattleblog@gmail.com):. POSTCARDS4DEMOCRACY: Advocacy from afar, 10:30 am-noon every Tuesday at C &...
Des Moines Police uncover ‘large amount’ of narcotics in wooded area
Des Moines Police officers uncovered a significant quantity of narcotics while investigating a suspicious circumstance in a wooded area on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Police said the discovery was made thanks to the thorough efforts of responding officers, who meticulously searched the area. During the investigation, officers located:. 472 grams...
Invasive green crabs linked to decline of shrimp, clam populations
In the serene waters of Willapa Bay, a silent invader is causing a stir among scientists and local communities. The European green crab has been linked to the decline of shrimp, clam and crab populations, posing a threat to biodiversity and local economies. The green crab is an invasive species...
There’s still time to register for Auburn’s Almost 5K Poker Fun Run & Walk, coming Friday, Aug. 9
There’s still time to register for Auburn’s Almost 5K Poker Fun Run & Walk, coming Friday, Aug. 9, 2024, from 7 – 8:30 p.m. at Les Gove Park. Participants walk or run 5 loops in Les Gove Park, stopping at a punch station after each loop. Draw...
20 law enforcement and governmental agencies to assist with security for Seafair weekend
SEATTLE — Ahead of Seafair's most publicized and popular week, organizers revealed that as many as 20 different law enforcement agencies and governmental organizations will be assisting with safety and security throughout the remainder of the event. In an interview with KOMO News, Seafair CEO and President Eric Corning...
Kent family searching for package that contained WWII heirlooms
KENT, Wash. — A Kent family can’t put a dollar amount on the package they suspect was stolen from their front door. They’re now on a mission to make sure what’s inside is not lost to history. On a back deck in Kent, the Glenn family...
Election 2024: Six candidates up to follow Garrido as Kitsap County Commissioner
Six candidates are on the primary ballot for the District 2 Kitsap County Commissioner seat after Commissioner Charlotte Garrido decided not to run for reelection this year, after serving four terms since her election to the seat in 2008. Voters will narrow down the race to two top candidates this August, during the primary election, taking them one step closer to the three-member body that oversees county government. The District 2 position encompasses all of South Kitsap...