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King County Parks hosting FREE youth programs with Sack Lunches this summer
King County Parks will host families for a summer of parks and recreation youth programs – including free Sack Lunches for kids under 18 – in White Center and Skyway. Recreation Aides support Summer Sack Lunch sites and lead recreational activities like games, arts and crafts, and athletics for groups of children and teens in a variety of settings.
Nightly I-5 lane closures in south King County continue through Wednesday, July 18
Multiple lanes will close overnight on I-5 in the SeaTac, Des Moines and Kent area from July 15-18, 2024, as crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) remove concrete forms from the new northbound I-5 ramp to northbound SR 509. There will also be local road closures...
Traffic Jam for Peace: Urban Family's Bold Stand Against Gun Violence
Gun violence is a pressing issue that affects communities across the nation. In King County, government stakeholders and community organizations are joining forces to address this epidemic through collaborative initiatives. King County Executive Dow Constantine, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, and community leaders like Shantel Patu, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Urban Family, recently announced the launch of two interconnected campaigns: the 100 Days of Action against Gun Violence and the 100 Days of Peace initiative.
King County deputies arrest two, seize over 25 pounds of drugs and firearms after shooting
KING COUNTY, Wash. — King County Sheriff's Office detectives arrested two individuals and seized more than 25 pounds of narcotics and multiple firearms. In May, authorities responded to reports of a shooting in North Bend. When police attempted to engage with witnesses they refused access to the home. The responding deputy to the scene of the shooting obtained a search warrant to secure video footage of the shooting.
EvergreenHealth Receives Excellence in Lactation Care Award
In recognition of its excellence in lactation care, Kirkland's EvergreenHealth has been awarded the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners Care Award for staffing professionals who hold the International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant certification. EvergreenHealth is the only hospital in Washington to earn this recognition, a release from the health care...
Extended period of 80 degree warmth in Seattle
SEATTLE - We're tracking an extended period of 80 degree warmth in Seattle. The warm, dry and sunny weather lingers all week in Western Washington. Cloudy skies were on display this morning in Western Washington. Just how warm we get this afternoon depends on how quickly the clouds lift. The upper 70s to low 80s are likely around the greater Seattle region. It'll take longer for the clouds to clear along the coast.
Five Iron Golf Continues National Expansion with Second Seattle Location
Five Iron Golf, the indoor golf and entertainment venue, announced plans to open a new venue in Kirkland, WA, this September. Situated in the Kirkland Urban area, a mixed-use development extending downtown Kirkland, the 4,500-square-foot space will house Five Iron Golf’s simulators in a sports bar atmosphere. The Kirkland...
Movies @ Marymoor: Barbie Best Seat in the House Sweepstakes
You could win the Best Seat in the House for the showing of Barbie on 7.31.24 at Movies @ Marymoor. Enter below for your chance to win!. Winners will be selected randomly from all eligible entries to win a 4-pack of tickets to Barbie on 7.31.24 Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and reside in Washington State to enter. This contest will begin Monday, July 15 2024 and end Sunday July 21st. Movies at Marymoor General Sweepstakes Rules also apply but do not override the above terms. By entering you agree to be bound by all of these rules.
Mayor Harrell Joins Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative to Advance City Progress and Improve Outcomes for Residents
Mayor Harrell is among the 39 mayors across 11 countries and five continents who will receive executive education and management training to strengthen their city hall and deliver results for communities. Today – The City of Seattle and Mayor Bruce Harrell were selected for the eighth class of the Bloomberg...
Canlis restaurant in Seattle painted pink for Barbie-themed event
SEATTLE - Seattle's popular, upscale restaurant Canlis has painted its entire building pink, and owners say it is for a two-day Barbie-themed event coming up in August. According to the restaurant's Facebook page, Canlis will become a "Kenlis" dream house on Aug. 9 and 10, for a dance party that will benefit breast cancer research and patient care at Fred Hutch Cancer Center and Susan G. Komen.
Port of Everett delivers expansion pitch, Eagle Scouts honored during July 11 city council meeting
The Mountlake Terrace City Council received a presentation on the Port of Everett expansion from Port Government Affairs Manager Adam LeMieux during its July 11 meeting. Resolution 1220 proposes new boundaries that would include all of Snohomish County, except for the City of Edmonds, Port of Edmonds, Town of Woodway, Point Wells and Esperance. The resulting taxes would be $0.188 per $1,000, which LeMieux said was about $100 per year on a $500,000 property value and is not collected from tribal trust lands.
City of Edmonds public works director resigns
City of Edmonds Director of Public Works Oscar Antillon has resigned his role with the City of Edmonds effective immediately, the city announced Monday. Antillion stated a desire to be able to focus on spending more time with his family as a main reason for his decision to resign, the city said.
Boeing 777X Begins FAA Certification Flight Testing
Boeing has initiated a series of test flights for its commercial twin-engine 777X that are required for the jet to be certified by the FAA. According to the Seattle Times, the first aircraft took off from King County International Airport/Boeing Field (KBFI) on Friday at 6 p.m. PDT with Boeing pilots and FAA personnel on board.
Pacific Northwest Ballet’s Film Festival to Host Free Screening Next Month
The Pacific Northwest Ballet has announced that the third edition of its Dance Film Festival, produced in partnership with Seattle Center, will host a free screening at the Mural Amphitheatre at 9 p.m. on Aug. 3. The film festival is, according to a press release, the brainchild of PNB soloist...
WA man faces hate crime charges after knife attack in Edmonds
EDMONDS, Wash. - A 47-year-old man has been charged with hate crime assault in connection to a knife attack at an Ezell's Famous Chicken in Edmonds. Snohomish County prosecutors have charged 47-year-old Marcus Damion Anderson with second-degree assault, two counts of third-degree assault, and a hate crime offense in connection to the attack, which happened June 14.
UNC Baseball: Anthony Donofrio selected by the Seattle Mariners in the 2024 MLB Draft
The amazing story of Anthony Donofrio continues, as the former UNC baseball standout was selected by the Seattle Mariners in the 10th round of the 2024 MLB Draft. Donofrio began his college career at SUNY Cortland and proceeded to transfer to Stony Brook. After being told he wasn't good enough to walk-on, the Massapequa, New York native found a home at Quinnipiac, where his star began to grow.
Nonprofits to build affordable housing near Mount Baker station
More than 400 new housing units will be built near the Link Light Rail Mount Baker station, including affordable housing. The City of Seattle Office of Housing announced a partnership with Mercy Housing Northwest and El Centro de la Raza to develop these new housing units to “promote community-centered development” in the neighborhood, according to a press release.
Southbound I-5 to close in downtown Seattle overnight July 19; traffic will use express lanes
Southbound Interstate 5 through downtown Seattle will close Friday night, July 19, and all southbound traffic will use the express lanes through early Saturday morning. Beginning at 11 p.m. Friday, July 19, until 6 a.m. Saturday, July 20, all southbound lanes will close near the Seattle Convention Center for scheduled maintenance. Travelers should plan for extra travel time or take alternate routes during this closure.
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