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Brady's Take: Mariners Obviously Need More From Their Core
We can talk all we want about the trade deadline acquisitions that the Seattle Mariners need to make, but the bottom line is this: If the guys they've counted on and deemed as their leaders don't produce, it won't matter one bit.
What can be done to curb gun violence?
Does it seem like you hear about a new shooting investigation every time you turn on the news? Unfortunately, gun violence is becoming conventional in the United States. Harborview Medical Center, the only Level I trauma center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho, saw 34 people this May injured from firearm injuries. From June 1-24, they had already seen 46 cases. Nationally, the U.S. surgeon general recently declared gun violence a public health crisis.
2024 training camp preview: 5 veteran Seahawks on the roster bubble
It’s July, which means it’s training camp month for the Seattle Seahawks and the rest of the NFL. There will be competitive position battles, undrafted free agent standouts, stock risers, stock fallers, and some tough decisions to make once preseason concludes in late August. As part of our...
John L. Scott: More resale listings will hit the market before the winter months
In his 2024 Mid-Year Housing Forecast, John L. Scott Real Estate Chairman and CEO J. Lennox Scott predicted a “good level” of new resale listings will hit the Seattle market between now and October, adding that despite this influx of new inventory, the market for affordable and mid-priced homes will remain intense.
North Pacific, Pacific Council appointments delayed until “later this summer’
All other regional council appointments were announced on June 28. Alaskan and West Coast fishery stakeholders are still in the dark as to who will represent them on their regional fishery management councils. The appointments of 22 new and returning members to six of eight of the nation’s councils were...
HOLIDAY HELP: Can you be a flag volunteer for West Seattle Junction?
As is customary on the Fourth of July, the West Seattle Junction Association will place dozens of American flags in the heart of the business district – with volunteer help. WSJA’s Stacie Woods tells WSB they have enough help in the morning but need more in the afternoon to remove the flags, 4-5 pm. All ages welcome – sign up to help out by going here!
Nika Muhl is Trending After Video of Sideline Interaction With Seattle Storm Teammate Emerges
Former UConn Husky and current Seattle Storm rookie Nika Muhl has created an impressive fanbase for herself. She brought many UConn fans with her to the WNBA, after becoming a fan favorite while playing alongside Paige Bueckers. And now Muhl seems go to viral prior to every Seattle Storm game ...
Mariners' Top Prospect Unable to Play in Canada in Frustrating Legal Development
The Seattle Mariners recently promoted top prospect Laz Montes to Single-A Everett, but he's forced right now to work out with Triple-A Tacoma because of an interesting legal development.
Washington Names Jessa Hansen Parker New Gymnastics Head Coach
The University of Washington has named Jessa Hansen Parker as the ninth head coach of the Husky women’s gymnastics program, announced Tuesday by UW Director of Athletics Pat Chun. “We are thrilled to welcome Coach Hansen Parker into the Husky family as the leader of our gymnastics program,” Chun...
#DISCPlus: Wu-Tang Clan & Nas: NY State of Mind Tour at Climate – A Night to Remember
Don’t miss out on the electrifying Wu-Tang Clan & Nas NY State of Mind Tour at Climate – an unforgettable night of hip-hop music. The iconic Wu-Tang Clan and legendary rapper Nas reunited for the NY State of Mind Tour, delivering an unforgettable performance at Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena. Accompanied by the dynamic De La Soul, this event was a historic celebration of East Coast hip-hop, streamed live by Amazon Music on Twitch and Prime Video.
Redfin Reports Newly Built Apartments Are Filling Up at the Slowest Pace Since 2020
There are more new apartments hitting the market than normal. As a result, building owners are competing with one another for tenants, which is limiting how much they can boost prices. SEATTLE–(NASDAQ: RDFN) — Less than half (47%) of newly constructed apartments that were completed in the fourth quarter were...
Series Preview: Mariners (47-39) vs. Orioles (53-31)
The Mariners have had about as bad a two week stretch as you could imagine and the schedule isn’t letting up anytime soon. On the heels of losing their first home series since mid-April, the M’s will welcome one of the best teams in the American League for another big test of their mettle. Thankfully, T-Mobile Park has been a relative bastion for the ballclub; Seattle has won two-thirds of their games at home, the second best home record in the AL. They’ll need every advantage they can get as they try to right their listing season.
Tuesday Toss: Unexpectedly Epic Matches
Just not in the two marquee games. Carolina-DC and Salt Lake-New York, from a dramatic standpoint, were a couple of duds, both featuring East excellence and excessive amounts of garbage time. But two traditional Central Division rivalries both offered relentless intensity with riveting conclusions, while Colorado and Seattle engaged in...
Seattle Seeks Visionary Firm to Revamp Municipal Golf Course Management and Increase Inclusivity
Seattle's green spaces are about to get a little bit of a management makeover, or so it seems, given the latest stir from the Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR). They've officially called for proposals in their hunt for a management firm adept at handling not just the fairways and greens but also the dollar signs and customer smiles of their municipal golf courses. In the words of the RFP, this firm will take up the reins of "day-to-day operations" including the standard fare of driving ranges, pro-shops, and those post-game clubhouses, where the 19th hole can often be found. The details, live as of yesterday, can be scoped out at parkways.seattle.gov, with the deadline set for August 9.
Community Corner—Open Doors for Multicultural Families
Community Corner highlights the work of Seattle Human Services’ community partners in their own words. Our goal is to gather stories and photos that illustrate their amazing work on behalf of the people of Seattle. This post highlights Open Doors for Multicultural Families. What is the role your organization...
Capitale Pizzeria, a pizza cousin to Belltown’s La Fontana Siciliana, coming to Broadway
A pizza-focused cousin of classic Belltown Italian joint La Fontana Siciliana is coming to Capitol Hill’s Broadway. Plans for Capitale Pizzeria are underway in the space left empty by the sad end for the Boca family of food and drink after the death of founder Marco Casas-Beaux at 72 last year. CHS reported here on the closure of Casa-Beaux’s venues amid unpaid rent and legal issues.
Seattle Reign vs. Gotham FC Match Highlights: Solid Defense Earns Reign First Away Points
Seattle Reign earned their first points on the road by drawing 1-1 with Gotham FC at Red Bull Arena, showcasing impressive defensive prowess and resilience in challenging conditions. The Reign limited Gotham to just 0.28 expected goals in the first half, highlighting their defensive strength. Gotham had seven corner kicks...
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