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Alina Hunter-Grah

Senior City Editor, SEAtoday

Alina is based in Seattle, WA, but grew up in Clarksville, TN. She has 5+ years of professional journalism experience, but also spent a stint working for public transit in Nashville, TN. You’re likely to find her cruising local beaches for rocks or sailing her 1970s laser when the weather is warm.

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Culture
What are you thankful for in Seattle?
Maybe it’s our beautiful summers or maybe it’s having a baseball team that always keeps you on your toes.
November 9, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Live
Flow at these Seattle yoga studios
Check out these 17 yoga studios around the Emerald City, which offer private classes, trauma-informed healing, and sessions set to rap music.
November 9, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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City
Meet the Seattle Water Taxi captain who stopped a runaway barge
The West Seattle Water Taxi was instrumental in preventing damage to Pier 66.
November 7, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Food
Jerk Shack’s Belltown location permanently closed
Chef and owner Trey Lamont has his eyes on other downtown locations, though.
November 7, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
City of Seattle now has an AI usage policy
The policy applies to all government departments, staff, volunteers, and vendors.
November 3, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Business
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos moves out of Seattle
He’s headed to sunny Miami after calling the Pacific Northwest home for almost 30 years.
November 3, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
SIFF announces reopening date for former Cinerama
The theater has some pretty sweet amenities, too.
November 1, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A hand holds a stack of mail-in ballots from King County Elections.
City
Ready those ballots: Guide to Seattle’s 2023 General Election
Voting includes city and county councilmembers, school district directors, and fire department commissioners.
November 1, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Food
Acclaimed Seattle chef and restauranteur Thierry Rautureau dies at 64
Rautureau was known locally as the “Chef in the Hat.”
October 31, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
What to do with fallen leaves and rotting Halloween pumpkins
Instead of throwing these items away, compost them.
October 30, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
Bush Garden karaoke venue plans its return
The legendary spot in the Chinatown International District is billed as the first karaoke restaurant in the US.
October 26, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
Bon voyage: Preliminary designs for all-electric Kitsap Transit ferry released
The new 150-person vessel would travel on the Seattle-Bremerton route.
October 24, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Events
Where to “Monster Mash” for Halloween in Seattle
Let’s go, ghouls.
October 20, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Food
Filipino fast food fave Jollibee plans first Seattle location
The franchise plans to open the location in late 2024 on Rainier Avenue.
October 19, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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Live
Take a slice out of Seattle’s pizza scene
Whether you’re craving a classic pie or something more adventurous, the Emerald City has some of the best pizza options around.
October 19, 2023
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Michael Beausoleil
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Food
Restaurant and gaming venue Pinstripes expanding to Bellevue
The Chicago-based company is known for its bocce and bowling opportunities.
October 18, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Food
Portland’s Voodoo Doughnut is expanding to Seattle
This will be the highly popular brand’s second Washington location.
October 17, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
Meet Seattle’s Arts and Cultural Districts
The four districts are Capitol Hill, Central Area, Uptown, and Columbia City/Hillman City.
October 10, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
What would give someone bad luck in Portland?
Forget breaking a mirror or walking under a ladder — what kind of actions would bring a Portlander misfortune?
October 10, 2023
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Ben McBee
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Events
Honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Seattle
Indigenous Peoples’ Day became a city holiday in 2022.
October 6, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
SDOT’s Seattle Transportation Plan is ready for public’s review
The draft took 18 months to complete and includes a 20-year vision for the city’s growth.
October 6, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
What would give someone bad luck in Austin?
Forget breaking a mirror or walking under a ladder — what sorts of actions would bring an Austinite misfortune?
October 5, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Events
Go cocoa-nuts: the Northwest Chocolate Festival is here
Learn about how the dessert is made, get into the ethics of its production, and sample chocolate from around the world.
October 4, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
What would give someone bad luck in Seattle?
Forget breaking a mirror or walking under a ladder — what sorts of actions would bring a Seattleite misfortune?
October 4, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Live
Happy Hauling: swap meets, vintage, and resale shops in Seattle
Here’s the deal — the swap meet and vintage shopping scene is stellar in Emerald City.
October 2, 2023
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Monica Garske
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Food
Blood-curdling Halloween bars and pop-ups in Seattle
Party like a ghost and imbibe with these haunting late night bars around the Seattle area.
October 2, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
Mayor Bruce Harrell releases proposed 2024 city budget
Here are the highlights.
September 28, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Travel and Outdoors
When Seattle’s fall leaves might change color
If you’re looking forward to watching the rainbow of reds, oranges, and yellows coming our way, you may not have to wait much longer.
September 28, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Pretty, playful pumpkin patches near Seattle
Get ready to pounce, point, and play amongst these particularly poignant and prized gourds.
September 26, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
Resources from the Sacramento Public Library
Learn a new language, check out park passes, rent tools, and more.
September 22, 2023
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Trevor Peters
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