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Yes, men outnumber women in the Seattle area
Men outnumber women in the Seattle area — and, yes, tech companies are likely a major reason. By the numbers: Census data shows there are roughly 102 men per 100 women in the Seattle metro area, a reversal of the national trend. Nationwide, there are an average of 102...
Washington City Ranks Very High for Best City for Foodies
Whenever I travel, I find what food that town is known for. Traveling is a great way to see what new food is out there or what food that region is known for. Place like upstate New York you'll find items like chicken riggies and something called a garbage plate.
Burien City Council hears updates on mental health resources, Community Development Block Grant, minimum wage initiative & more at Monday’s meeting
The Burien City Council held its regular meeting on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, and highlights include a proclamation for Dia Del Guatemalteco and updates on mental health resources and the minimum wage ordinance. Allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Human Resources funds were approved. Additionally, the council discussed...
Loneliness in Washington tops national average
More than 43% of Washingtonians reported feeling lonely at least sometimes, according to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau.Why it matters: Loneliness isn't just a feeling; it's associated with serious mental and physical health impacts, including elevated likelihood of developing diabetes, cardiac risk, dementia, substance abuse, depression and anxiety, Sebastian Tong, a family physician with UW Medicine, told Axios.It's such a pervasive public health threat that Surgeon General Vivek Murthy declared loneliness an epidemic last year, comparing its health impact to smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day.Driving the news: The newest Household Pulse Survey by the Census...
Seattle would focus on capital projects if levy fails, roadwork to see cuts
(The Center Square) – Seattle’s proposed 2025-2026 budget does not include potential funding from the transportation levy proposal that has yet to face Seattle voters. Voters will decide on a $1.55 billion transportation levy in November's general election. It is the largest tax proposal in city history. The eight-year levy package is expected to cost a median homeowner in Seattle approximately $546 a year if passed by voters. ...
Ramp at Sedgwick Road will close overnight for last stages of Blackjack Creek project
PORT ORCHARD — The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is making progress on fish barrier removal in South Kitsap, and a new bridge aboveBlackjack Creek will soon replace the original box culverts on Highway 16. The final steps in the process will affect traffic, however, causing some detours for overnight drivers. ...
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