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Threat Of Youth Violence Snatches Opportunity For Local Drill Team To Participate In Torchlight Parade
Youth violence is a major concern in the Greater Seattle area, and often these incidents impact more than the perpetrators and the victims. Unfortunately, this is the case as it relates to the Dolls and Gents Drill Team and Drumline, which was informed on Thursday, July 25, that they will not be able to participate in the 2024 Seafair Torchlight Parade, scheduled for this Saturday, July 27. This decision was based upon alleged assumptions and speculations by the Seafair organization that the group may have been or could be the target of youth violence.
New Bulk Buy Program Encourages Collaborations Between Farmers and Pike Place Market Businesses
Beloved cheesecake bakery The Confectional has partnered with two Pike Place Market farms to create mouthwatering flavors: Blueberry Bliss and Tayberry & Cream. Both flavors quickly became best sellers at their debut in July. Try these seasonal flavors through Labor Day or before they sell out. The partnerships were made...
Seattle City Light Invests in Grid Upgrades for Reliable Electricity and Sustainable Future
Seattle City Light is actively bolstering the infrastructural fortitude of its electric grid, advancing projects aimed at ensuring consistent electricity delivery to its customers. As outlined in a recent announcement, the utility provider is currently updating substations, replacing old cables, and installing cutting-edge technology. The emphasis on upgrades seeks to match growing demand and to anticipate future growth needs.
Reuben’s Brews and OOLA Distillery release Greyhound Spritz canned cocktail
Reuben’s Brews has always been a forward-thinking brewery, and the movement of craft breweries to explore the “beyond beer” segment which includes cider, seltzer, kombucha, "hard” anything, and perhaps most significantly canned ready-to-drink cocktails which are booming. Reuben’s has experimented with natural fruit hard seltzer in there FruitFuzz lineup, and small batch NA beer, this collaboration lets them try out the RTD canned cocktail market without investing in a distillery and an entirely new market. Plus, it keeps one foot in the beer world with the use of hops citrusy and slightly spizy hops and Reuben’s seltzer techniques with OOLA’s gin botanicals and grapefruit puree for a refreshing take on a classic cocktail.
Seattle's Seafair Torchlight Parade boosts security amid rising safety concerns
SEATTLE — The Torchlight Parade is a family tradition in Seattle. “I loved the Filipino drill team all the floats what was the guys that would throw the candy? The pirates,” Carol Peoples-Procter told KOMO News, reminiscing about the years she would take her children. In today’s world,...
Big Ten rival uses gimmick trying to keep Nebraska Cornhuskers fans away
One of the craziest things about being a Nebraska Cornhuskers fan is that, on occasion, it feels like opposing schools fear you more than the actual team. Historically, Nebraska football fans have drawn quite a bit of ire, mainly because of how well they travel. Colorado has shown this off...
Watch Studio 13 Live full episode: Thursday, July 25
Studio 13 Live is your home for pop culture, celebrity news, lifestyle hacks, DIY tips and tricks and the latest trends and information! The goal is to brighten, uplift and empower! The show is hosted by Carly Henderson and Mireya Garcia. Weekdays at 10 a.m. on FOX 13 Seattle (cable 110).
Pitch Your Talk for Ignite Seattle #46!
Ignite Seattle #46 is right around the corner! Tickets are on sale now for our next event, happening October 3 at Town Hall Seattle. We’re excited for another night of live community storytelling at its informative, entertaining best, and we can’t wait to see you there. To make...
Gross! 3 Washington State Beaches Closed for Alarming Levels of Bacteria
See which beaches are not safe to visit right now in WA state. "Stay out of the water," reads a notice from the Seattle Parks and Recreation's X (Twitter) feed, according to a report from KOMO News. High levels of nasty germs from people doing #2 in the water and...
'Nobody wants to come here': Machete attack adds to ongoing violence in Seattle's CID
SEATTLE — It’s a spot Seattle police are familiar with. Now, there’s yet another violent crime affecting the neighborhood. Police say on Thursday, a suspect slashed a victim with a machete at 12th and King. 12th, and Jackson is just a block over. Together, those two intersections...
Mariners Moose Tracks, 7/26/24: A.J. Puk, Dylan Cease, and Garrett Crochet
Good morning friends! It’s Friday and a new series against the struggling White Sox begins tonight. What could go wrong?. I’m going to spare you from all of the Mariners doomspeak out there right now. You’re welcome. Randy re-write! Ken Rosenthal & co. at The Athletic broke...
Wing Luke’s 12th Annual JamFest Brings Art, Performance, and Culture to the CID Tonight
Find cabaret, rickshaw racing, panda bowling, and more at Wing Luke’s street festival. This morning, 7th Avenue in Chinatown looks deserted, with its worn brick buildings and gated storefronts. A sniff of the cool air smells faintly of hand soap and boiling soup, and the distant hum of I-5 echoes through the narrow alleys. In the early morning light, the International District seems still to be waking up. However, tonight, an event with the intention of revitalizing this historic district and spreading the joy of music will fill the street with noise and laughter.
Officials urge caution as fires strain air resources in Washington, Oregon
YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash. — Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz toured the site of the Black Canyon Fire Friday and gave a briefing on the state of the fire season so far. According to Franz, the state has more resources to fight fires and hasn't necessarily seen an unusual number of fires so far this year, but other factors have put a strain on the people and tools available to fight them.
For Paul Lee, Seattle final round was the turn of a friendly card
A week ago, Paul Lee went to his first professional final round at the Northwest Nationals in Seattle and the way he sees it, that was just one more step forward in his journey towards his ultimate goal of winning a nitro Funny Car title. Lee has already won 7 rounds this season in 10 starts, a far cry from last year’s 4-12 mark in 13 events.
Road closures scheduled this week for 216th/48th construction project
Road closures will shift this week for ongoing construction at the intersection of 216th Street Southwest and 48th Avenue West in Mountlake Terrace. The work is meant to bring down speeds and increase safety for pedestrians, bicyclists and drivers. For several months, drivers should expect delays and intermittent closures. The...
Update – 4 Stitch Brewing opening new location in Woodinville
Not long ago I shared the news that Good Brewing was moving out of its Woodinville location and 4 Stitch Brewing was taking over. The short version, Good Brewing decided to close its locations in Mill Creek and Woodinville but was not closing the Sultan location. Wheelie Pop Brewing is taking over the location in Mill Creek and 4 Stitch Brewing is taking over the location in Woodinville.
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