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100-year-old water reservoir serving Snohomish County to be replaced
EVERETT, JULY 23: Today Everett Water Utility began to replace its 101-year-old water reservoir that serves two-thirds of the Utility’s customers. In Phase 1 Everett Water Utility will construct a new 8 million-gallon (MG) reservoir adjacent to the old one, which is expected to be completed this year. The new 8 MG reservoir has a diameter of 220 feet and rises approximately 21 feet above the ground.
Russell Okung recalls ‘rarely used’ play that led to Marshawn Lynch’s ‘Beastquake’
There have been bigger wins and more important moments in Seattle Seahawks franchise history, but perhaps no play will endure as one of the all-time great NFL highlights than Marshawn Lynch’s 67-yard touchdown against the New Orleans Saints in the 2010 Wild Card Round. Lynch seemingly ran through the...
Public Health warns about whooping cough outbreak in South King County
King County has reported a significant increase in whooping cough cases – especially in South King County – with 108 confirmed cases as of July 16, 2024, surpassing the total number of cases over the past three years combined. According to Public Health – Seattle & King County,...
Black Belt Eagle Scout cancels shows due to medical issues; GoFundMe launched
Black Belt Eagle Scout has cancelled her upcoming shows due to some “pretty scary health issues” she’s been experiencing. “Earlier this year, I started experiencing some weird symptoms that I thought were from pinched nerves in my neck and spine,” she writes. “After many doctors visits and medical tests, and having to advocate so hard for myself within the medical system, via MRIs, I’ve finally been able to get some answers. I am now working with a top neurologist in Seattle who suspects I have relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS). I am still undergoing more testing and have been having a hard time with my energy, mobility and other nerve symptoms.”
Whatcom Council on Aging to host “Senior Day in the Park” in Ferndale
FERNDALE, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – The Whatcom Council on Aging is excited to announce the 24th year of Whatcom Senior Day in the Park, a festival for older adults. This event is dedicated to connecting older adults with local resources and businesses that cater to seniors and their families. Senior...
Mayor Harrell Proposes Jail Pilot to Ensure Well Functioning Criminal Legal System, Improve Accountability for Criminal Actions and Deliver Services for Those in Need
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell proposed legislation for a new pilot program to send a limited number of misdemeanor offenders to the South Correctional Facility (SCORE), allowing the City to more consistently book individuals who have engaged in misdemeanor criminal offenses. The proposal – informed by a stakeholder process including criminal legal system partners, diversion advocates, and service providers – seeks to ensure a robust and well-functioning system that combines best practices to deter criminal activity and provides an array of options to provide access to health, treatment, and legal services for those in need.
48-Unit Vali Hai Apartments in Seattle’s Queen Anne District Listed for Sale at $17MM
A multifamily community in Seattle has hit the market for the first time. According to a marketing brochure from Kidder Mathews, which has the listing, the property, known as Vali Hai Apartments, is currently on the market for $17 million, or about $354,166 per unit. Located at 800 1st Ave. N in Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood, this property features 48 units with an average size of 688 square feet, situated on a 25,400 square foot lot with 42 parking spaces. The unit mix includes two studios, three one-bedroom units, 31 one-bedroom units with a living room and 12 two-bedroom units. The asset was constructed in 1959. According to King County public records, the owner is an entity affiliated with Vali Hai Limited Partnership.
Nika Muhl's New Photo Celebrating Boyfriend's Birthday Turns Heads
Seattle Storm rookie Nika Muhl entered the WNBA with a beloved fanbase that stemmed from her time as a UConn Husky. But the Croatian sensation has attracted a ton of new eyes since she was drafted by the Storm with the No. 14 overall pick of the 2024 WNBA Draft; largely due to her iconic ...
Tacoma Beer Week Returns With Fun For Everyone
Tacoma Beer Week, the annual celebration of South Sound breweries and venues, returns Friday, August 9 – Sunday, August 18, 2024. Founded in 2014 (with a dark pandemic year in 2020), this year will see more than 30 events at venues throughout the region showcasing beer, cider, food, and community while celebrating the rich history of brewing within the area.
$250M superyacht Liva O draws 'big' attention on Seattle's Lake Union
SEATTLE - The superyacht LIVA O, owned by billionaire Stephen Orenstein, has made a notable appearance on Seattle's Lake Union. Measuring 387 feet, LIVA O is the largest superyacht ever built by the esteemed German shipbuilder Abeking & Rasmussen. For comparison, a Washington state Olympic Class ferry measures 362 feet.
City responds to growing Ballard homeless encampment
BALLARD, Wash. — The city of Seattle is expected to clear a large homeless encampment on a busy Ballard block. Neighbors are urging the city to connect the people living there with services and shelter. The encampment off 54th Street and 15th Avenue stretches along the sidewalk between a...
A Trendy Cocktail Pop-Up, Minus the Alcohol, Is Coming to Bellevue
The Los Angeles–based pop-up Zero Proofed has hosted live karaoke, poolside cocktail parties, silent discos, and extravagant, multi-floor Halloween bashes — now it’s coming to the Eastside next month to give people the chance to have a good time being sober in Bellevue. The pop-up, founded by...
Eight years after Greenwood gas explosion, Mr. Gyros set to return but needs our help
Longtime neighborhood residents still fondly remember the original Mr Gyros nestled in a tiny shop on 84th and Greenwood, and the gregarious and welcoming owners who greeted everyone happily upon arrival and never forgot a face. You will also recall the day that shop ceased to exist – March 9, 2016 – as it was reduced to rubble in a devastating natural gas explosion.
Seattle Mariners Manager "Tired of Watching" as M's Drop Brutal Game on Monday
The Seattle Mariners suffered a horrible loss on Monday night against the Los Angeles Angels and after the game, manager Scott Servais took his team to task in a way that is rarely heard.
City of Bothell to gift $6 million property to church for low-income housing
BOTHELL, Wash.—The Bothell City Council voted in favor of executing a Letter of Intent (LOI) to gift a city-owned property (Lot P South) to Bothell United Methodist Church (BUMC) which, if acquired, will be used to build affordable housing the church says. The 5-2 decision took place at Council’s...
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