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Shohei Ohtani Joined Seattle Mariners Legend in Baseball History During All-Star Game
With a home run during Tuesday night's Major League Baseball All-Star Game, Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani joined Seattle Mariners legend Ichiro Suzuki in some great baseball history.
Seattle Public Schools approves 2024-2025 school year budget; deficit cut to $94M
Seattle Public Schools has adopted its budget for the 2024-2025 school year, including using a short-term loan to lower the district's budget deficit. The General Fund Operating Budget for the 2024-2025 school year is set at $1.25 billion. General fund revenue is projected to be approximately $1.3 billion for next school year, meaning total revenue does not cover the district’s planned spending. As a result, the district is utilizing a loan to cover the deficit.
New location, new date for Low Rider Block Party
Since its inception, the Low Rider Block Party presented every summer since 2021 by Nepantla Cultural Arts Gallery has been near the gallery in South Delridge, and it’s been in August. This year, it’s moving to White Center proper, and moving up to July. A reader just tipped us that the block party is this Saturday, July 20, 11 am-8 pm, on 17th SW between SW Roxbury and SW 100th. The cars are just part of it! Art, music, food, more.
Michael Penix Jr. unlikely to start vs Seahawks in Week 7
If you were hoping to see some of the top rookie quarterbacks play against the Seattle Seahawks this year, you might be disappointed with a couple. Last week, it was announced the New England Patriots are likely to start veteran journeyman Jacoby Brissett instead of No. 3 overall pick Drake Maye in Week 2 when the Seahawks travel to Foxboro. Now, it seems Seattle won’t see another (familiar face) rookie quarterback. D. Orlando Ledbetter told Tacoma News Tribune’s Gregg Bell that former Washington Huskies standout Michael Penix Jr. is not slated to start against the Seahawks. The plan for now is...
Jerry Dipoto Gives Concerning Answer on How Seattle Mariners Will Handle Trade Deadline
Speaking on Seattle Sports 710 on Wednesday morning, Seattle Mariners President of Baseball Operations Jerry Dipoto gave a lukewarm and concerning answer about how the Mariners plan to handle the upcoming trade deadline.
With homelessness rising, KCRHA-backed nonprofits call for more housing, funding
Nonprofit organizations working to address the worsening homelessness crisis in King County say the need for housing is higher than the region’s current capacity, even as more public dollars are funneled to the cause. The King County Regional Homelessness Authority has served as the organization responsible for coordinating funding...
3rd Congressional District Candidate Lewallen Responds to Endorsement
Camas, WA — Third District Congressional candidate and Camas City Councilor, Leslie Lewallen, a Republican, was recently endorsed by The Columbian. Lewallen answered Lacamas Magazine questions about the endorsement. 1) What are your thoughts about this op-ed? I am honored to have the endorsement of The Columbian. This is...
Bite of Seattle food festival kicks off this weekend at Seattle Center
SEATTLE - One of Seattle's biggest annual food festivals kicks off this weekend, featuring live music, fun activities, and over 250 food and retail vendors. The Bite of Seattle, also known as "The Bite," is a free, three-day event at the Seattle Center where anyone can come and indulge in a variety of local eats and drinks.
Eqraft Inc opens North American Service Center in Tri-Cities (WA)
After decades of working together with North American clients, Dutch machine builder Eqraft now opens a branch on American soil. Operating from Tri-Cities, Washington, Eqraft Inc is a reliable partner for any agricultural entrepreneur looking to future-proof their business. Machine builder Eqraft focuses on future proofing agricultural business, offering state...
Crabbing season returns to Whatcom County waters
BELLINGHAM, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – Summer crabbing season is upon us as the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife announces rules and regulations for this summer. The season officially opens on July 18 for Bellingham and the San Juan Islands, lasting through Sept. 30 and crabbing is only allowed Thursdays through Mondays. Tuesdays and Wednesdays will be closed for all recreational crabbing.
'Like Battle of the Bands, but for mini golf': Putt-Putt Clash returns to Bainbridge
Bryce Moulton wouldn't necessarily call himself a mini golf "aficionado." "But I enjoy a good game of mini golf," he admitted. Moulton, the creative lead for the Bainbridge-based design firm Blackmouth Design, is the founder of Putt-Putt Clash — a uniquely wacky event that pits neighbor against neighbor in a competition to build the...
Three 11-year-old girls in Kent help stop kidnapping of 6-year-old girl
Kent Police are thanking three 11-year-old girls for their role in stopping a stranger from reportedly kidnapping a 6-year-old girl from an East Hill apartment complex parking lot. Officers arrested a 40-year-old Kent man for investigation of kidnapping after the incident at about 8:18 p.m. Tuesday, July 16 at the...
Peninsula Art League’s Summer Art Festival Returns to Gig Harbor This Weekend
The Peninsula Art League’s 38th Summer Art Festival kicks off this Saturday at 10 a.m. in Gig Harbor at Sehmel Homestead Park and runs until 5 p.m. on Sunday. The event will feature about 150 artists, including photographers, painters, sculptors, and more. In addition to artists, the park will...
Local nonprofit to host meet-and-greet on free bike program
Brilliant Planet, a new, local nonprofit organization dedicated to helping kids and families get into nature, will host its first community meet-and-greet event on Friday, July 26 at the Blaine Senior Center to showcase its new free bike program for Blaine youth. The event is a chance for Brilliant Planet...
Excessive heat and critical fire risk through the weekend following dry thunderstorms in Eastern Washington & Oregon
Excessive Heat Warning for the Yakima and Kittitas Valleys from until 10 PM Thursday…. Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and find cover from the sun when possible. Heat Advisory for Eastern Washington into Northern Oregon from noon Tuesday to 10 PM Wednesday…. High temps expected are 95-105°. Moderate risk of heat...
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