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Kirkland police seek help finding missing 66-year-old man
KIRKLAND, Wash. — The Kirkland Police Department (KPD) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing vulnerable adult, 66-year-old David Harger from Kirkland. KPD said David left his Kirkland residence, located in the Kingsgate area at North East 144 Pace and 129th Place North East, around 12 p.m. on Wednesday, August 21, and has not returned.
Octogenarians Launch Granny Caravan "Unity Road Tour" Across Eastern Washington
CLARKSTON - Shirley Grossman and Roz Luther, both of Spokane, have embarked on a remarkable journey to bridge community divides and promote civic engagement through their "Granny Caravan: Unity Road Tour." This unprecedented 17-stop tour across Eastern Washington aims to spread kindness, listen to residents' concerns, and encourage voter registration.
Stunning photos offer chilling look at Mount St. Helens eruption
The United States Geological Service (USGS) recently shared that Mount St. Helens appears to be going through a "recharge" phase. Naturally, every time we hear news about Mount St. Helens having any volcanic activity - even if it is deemed to be non-threatening - we immediately pay attention. But why is that, when there are over 100 volcanoes in the United States - including 19 in Washington State alone?
Parvovirus B19 Spreading In Washington Here Are The Symptoms
Residents of Washington need to be aware that Parvovirus B19 is increasing and spreading throughout Washington and other states across America. This virus is a typical child illness that can cause a rashing face, also known as "slap cheeks disease." Source: Newsweek. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF THE PARVOVIRUS B19?
Renovations underway at original Beverly Park Elementary School site after July 9 fire damage to Southern Heights
The original Beverly Park Elementary School site at 11427 3rd Avenue South is undergoing significant renovations after a possible arson fire severely damaged Southern Heights Elementary School in July. As we previously reported, a suspicious late-night brush fire burned the former Southern Heights Elementary School in Burien on the morning...
Sears is disappearing from the Washington landscape…. Again.
If you're of a certain age. Like me, you may remember the Gigantic Sears store in Seattle that is now the world headquarters for Starbucks. When I was a kid, we would make the trip to the Sears store. Nine floors of brick building, 2 levels of basement, it was huge. Now it's just a memory.
Scene in Edmonds: Kindness at the Saturday market
“A champion of kindness.” That’s how Edmonds resident Lin Russell described a vendor who was staffing the Salt Blade booth at the rainy Edmonds Museum Summer Market Saturday. “As I stood in line for peaches, a mom and her very wet and shivering grade-school son were buying those yummy sausages at the next stand,” Russell said. “The young vendor at the booth asked the mom if her son needed a coat. The mom said ‘yes, but we did not bring one.’ Then Myles, the vendor, unzipped his own jacket and handed it to the boy. He asked only that they return his coat before they left the market. It is cold. It is raining, and this fine young man was so generous.”
When Is the First Expected Snowfall for Fall 2024 in Washington State
When Is the First Expected Snowfall for Fall 2024 in Washington State?. I can't believe it's already that time of year and winter believe it or not is around the corner in Washington state. Are We Getting A Good Or Bad Winter For Fall 2024 In WA State?. I've always...
Black, Native people face higher rates of charges in Washington courts
The number of Black people with charges filed against them in Washington’s courts last year was about 2.5 times greater than their share of the state’s population – largely due to misdemeanor charges, which are considered less serious crimes. That’s according to a new online data dashboard released this month by the Washington State Center […]
Rebates on the way for Farmers who Paid Fuel Surcharges Under WA Climate law
Farmers who believe they paid unfair fuel surcharges under the state’s cap-and-trade program can soon apply for a rebate from the state. Next week, Washington’s Department of Licensing will launch an online application for agricultural fuel users who may have been overcharged. People can apply starting Monday. Fuel used in the farm industry is supposed to be exempt from the climate program.
Washington Bracing for Bitter Cold in Latest Winter Outlook
We haven't fiished with Summer yet, and predictions are already in for Winter. Winter isn't my favorite season, which is why this Minnesota gal moved to the West coast. Personally, Fall is my favorite, followed by Spring, Summer, and THEN, Winter. As a young child, when the first snow fell, we prayed there would be enough for sledding. Of course, in Minnesota, sometimes snow arrived as early as Halloween. What a joy that was!
‘Look for the good’: Edmonds woman celebrates 100th birthday
Edmonds resident Renna Buchanan celebrated her 100th birthday Friday at Edmonds Landing with family and friends, including her three children Ann, Marilyn and Doug. Balloons adorned the dining area and a Texas-style barbecue featuring beef brisket, corn and other vegetables was served. Born in 1924, Buchanan was raised in the...
Edmonds Center for Arts free Dementia-Inclusive Workshop Series returns this fall
Registration is now open for Edmonds Center for the Arts’ award-winning Dementia-Inclusive Series, which provides free creative and social enrichment for individuals experiencing early-stage memory loss, their caregivers, families and friends. The workshops are from 10:30-11:45 a.m. on three Wednesdays: Oct. 2, Nov. 6 and Dec. 4. They will...
WA Fish & Wildlife warns of 'catastrophe' after finding invasive mussel
RENTON, Wash. - Washington State Fish and Wildlife officers are sounding the alarm after a highly-invasive zebra mussel was discovered at an aquarium wholesaler in Renton. The tiny mollusk, spotted on a moss ball imported from Ukraine, could have catastrophic consequences for the state’s waterways if it spreads. Within...
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