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Dell’Arte International Celebrates 50 Years with New Show at Baduwa’t Festival
As part of a celebration of 50 years of creations, Dell’Arte International brings back String and Shadow for their new show OR SO IT WOULD SEAM at the 2024 Baduwa’t Festival. Equal parts whimsical fairy tale, outer-space odyssey, and slapstick clown show, the story follows Space-Way Assistance Driver...
Saint Martin’s University Is Selected As A 2024-2025 College Of Distinction
Saint Martin’s University has been selected as a 2024-2025 College of Distinction, an honor that highlights its commitment to providing an exceptional undergraduate education. The University also received College of Distinction awards in nine additional categories: Catholic higher education institutions, Washington State institutions, affordability, career development initiatives, military support and in four top-tier academic programs. These awards reflect the University’s dedication to fostering hands-on learning, strong student-faculty relationships, an engaged campus community and transformative student outcomes.
Scanner Audio - Backfire Creates Multiple Gun Shots Call
Last night, July 19th 2024 at 8:32 PM radio traffic indicated that there were multiple callers calling in regarding hearing gun shots near Aberdeen Ave and Rice St. There were actually calls from all over Aberdeen hearing them with the focus of them off Aberdeen Ave. Eventually, this lead to a call stating that there was a fight/argument in the street near Aberdeen Ave and Rice St with a firearm being involved. Further information had said that the firearm had been placed in a truck that was leaving the scene towards Port Dock.
Ai2 Signs Lease as First Office Tenant at New Lake Union Campus
Allen Institute for AI, or Ai2, a Seattle-based non-profit AI research institute founded by philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, is the first office tenant for the new Northlake Commons project. Real estate development group Hess Callahan Grey Group (HCG Group) and San Francisco-based Spear Street Capital, in partnership with...
The Writing Is on the Wall for Seattle's Empty Office Buildings
Despite all of the promising talk about transforming commercial buildings into residential ones (a win-win), this sector is likely to crash (a win-lose) some time next year. If you pay attention to the way things are heading politically, you'll see the writing is already on the wall. Bloomberg reports that...
Robots Helping To Build New Apartments in Seattle: The Future Is Here
As the construction industry grapples with a shortage of skilled workers, one contractor in Seattle is pioneering a new approach to address the issue – the introduction of robots. While concerns about job displacement have been raised, trade unions are embracing the use of robots as a means to enhance their workers’ skills and improve efficiency.
Marcus Simms Signs with the Seattle Seahawks
The All-UFL receiver and Mountaineer alumni is heading to the Emerald City. After having his contract terminated, Simms will get a second chance in the NFL after playing well for the Michigan Panthers in the NFL. Simms averaged 18.5 yards per reception in the UFL, getting 426 yards and 3 touchdowns. Notably, he’s found his niche on special teams. Simms had 201 kick return yards with the Panthers.
Rehearsals start this September for Northwest Girlchoir
Northwest Girlchoir has openings in its treble choirs for singers in grades 1-12 this fall. Singers learn musicianship, vocal technique and performance skills, all while building lasting friendships in a supportive community. According to an organization news release, choristers perform for thousands of audience members at concerts held across the...
REMINDER: See BAT Theatre’s ‘Fallen Angels’ at Marvista Park this Sunday, July 21
REMINDER: BAT Theatre’s first outdoor performance of “Fallen Angels” will be this Sunday, July 21, 2024, starting at 5 p.m. at Marvista Park in Normandy Park. “Fallen Angels” is a family-friendly comedy by the English playwright Noël Coward, adapted by Rachel Rene. Enjoy a FREE...
Community invited to be a permanent part of new Summit Pacific expansion
The community is invited to “Make Their Mark” on the Summit Pacific Medical Center Expansion Project. Summit Pacific invites the community to be a permanent part of their Summit Pacific Medical Center expansion project by signing the final steel beam that will support the new structure. Summit Pacific...
Hotly contended race for WA superintendent of public schools
With never enough state funding, a youth mental health crisis and national issues like parental rights taking root in Washington, the race for the state’s top public education leader highlights the state’s distinct issues while mirroring debates happening across the nation. The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction...
Safety is top of mind for festival goers, organizers of Capitol Hill Block Party
SEATTLE — One year after a woman was killed after leaving the Capitol Hill Block Party, festival organizers and Seattle police said safety and security would be a priority for this year's event. "The safety and well-being of our fans, artists, guests and staff is top priority for our...
Kearney Native to Compete in Little League Home Run Derby on Sunday
KEARNEY, Neb. — Another year, another little leaguer from Kearney is going to Seattle to hit bombs. This time, it's a new face. Hudson Fryda, who plays for Kearney Little League, will compete in the Little League Home Run Derby in Seattle, on Sunday, following the Mariners' Sunday matinee with the Houston Astros.
Port Angeles Man Dies In Fatal Collision Friday on SR 8 McCleary
The Port Angeles man, a driver of a 2001 silver Honda CRV was on State Route 108 approaching State Route 8 stopped at the stop sign. He attempted to make a left turn to go eastbound on State Route 8 crossing in front of a 2003 Ford E35 (Rv) driven by a 66 Yelm man with a 67-year-old passenger, also of Yelm. The RV, Ford, struck the Honda CRV (T-bone) blocking westbound lanes and the median.
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