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Sports
What to expect for the 2024 Windermere Cup
In addition to the international rowing competition, you’ll also get to enjoy the Seattle Yacht Club’s opening day parade and the Windermere’s Party on the Cut.
May 02, 2024 03:12 PM
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Travel and Outdoors
Exploring Maple Valley’s whimsical, woodland Gnome Trail
Where to find one of the Seattle area’s most mystical trails
September 12, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A closeup of an elephant ear — fried dough topped with sugar
Culture
Washington State Fair Food: unofficial power rankings
We may need to wear some stretchy pants
August 30, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
An aerial view of Gas Works Park showing the famed towers among the green space
City
Gas Works Park celebrates 50 years of industrial outdoors vibes
Who knew a former gassification plant could be so fun?
August 30, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A vintage photo of the Comstock staircase in Queen Anne, leading to a retaining wall.
City
Queen Anne staircases are like stepping through history
They also make for a great workout.
August 22, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A bird's eye view of the Pacific Science Center courtyard with the famed white arches shown prominently
City
How to weigh in on the PacSci courtyard renovation project
The center is seeking feedback from the public.
August 16, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A view of Leavenworth, WA's downtown area with Bavarian-themed buildings against the backdrop of mountains
Play
The ultimate road trip to Leavenworth, WA
Washington’s picturesque Bavarian village makes for a charming getaway any time of year.
August 14, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A view of the Smith Tower in Seattle, WA
Real Estate
Seattle’s iconic Smith Tower is for sale
What might the next buyer do with it?
August 8, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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Play
Wedding venues in Seattle
Check out this list of local spots to host your special event.
August 8, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
A small shuttle that says "Explore Bellevue Bellhop Your Free Ride" on the side, with passengers inside
City
Bellevue launches free on-demand electric car service
BellHop takes passengers on short trips around downtown Bellevue at no cost.
August 4, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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Culture
First Hill’s Museum of Museums to close in September
The quirky, contemporary art museum is closing because of the cost to maintain the 77-year-old medical building.
August 3, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Play
23 museums in Seattle
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 23 museums in the Seattle area have it all.
August 1, 2023
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Katie Molck
US Navy sailors give a salute with the Seattle Great Wheel in the background
Culture
Seattle’s Fleet Week arrives with big boats you can board
The Parade of Ships goes through Elliott Bay
July 31, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A woman carries a plastic see-through umbrella through the rainy streets of Seattle, WA
Live
Unwritten rules of Seattle
Tell us you’re from Seattle without telling us you’re from Seattle.
July 27, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
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City
A guide to Seafair Weekend Festival 2023
The Blue Angels, hydroplane races, and more
July 24, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
Taylor Swift events happening around Seattle
Have some fun whether you’re heading to the Eras Tour or not
July 20, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
The front of Glo's diner at its new location in Seattle, with the neon sign under a light wood-plank overhang
Play
50 great brunch restaurants to try in Seattle
Who’s hungry?
July 20, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
The exterior of Seattle Paine Field International Airport in Everett, WA
City
Get to know Seattle Paine Field International Airport
It’s a new brand name for the old Everett facility.
July 19, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A rendering of a new addition for the Seattle Aquarium picturing various underwater habitats in an indoor pavilion
City
Seattle Aquarium expansion gets $1 million boost
The Ocean Pavilion is scheduled to open in 2024.
July 11, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A large pirate ship float parked near a No Parking sign in West Seattle, WA, with various cosplayers dressed up as pirates disembarking
Culture
Seafair Pirates make their annual landing at Alki
Shiver me timbers — the cosplaying troupe is back
July 7, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A colorful mural for the 2023 MLB All-Star Game showing the Mariners logo, a large baseball, and the year in various styles.
City
How the MLB All-Star Game impacts Seattle
It’ll be a busy week with out-of-towners rolling in.
July 7, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A view of the Seattle skyline on a cloudy day with the Space Needle in the foreground displaying its Astronaut White paint at the top
Live
Seattle’s most iconic landmarks
Consider these our Hollywood signs.
June 29, 2023
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Travis Meier
The floating home from "Sleepless in Seattle" with various boats surrounding it and housing complexes in the background.
Culture
How Seattle has changed since ‘Sleepless in Seattle’ debuted
Floating homes have certainly gotten pricier.
June 21, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
The City of Seattle's flag with a wavy design surrounding a portrait of Chief Seattle and the words "City of Goodwill" (colors are teal and white)
City
Taking a close look at Seattle’s official city flag
It was created for the Goodwill Games in 1990.
June 13, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Four people on a boat fish in the Puget Sound with a view of a mountain behind them.
Culture
Where to go fishing around Seattle
You may not even need a car.
June 5, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A streetcar in Seattle's Pioneer Square against the backdrop of a sunset
City
Seattle starts up talk of a new streetcar line again
Mayor Bruce Harrell calls the renewed idea for downtown transit a “Culture Connector.”
May 30, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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City
Sea-Tac Airport ranked as second best for on-time flights
Breathe easy.
May 25, 2023
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Jordan Radach
Three hosts at 91.3 KBCS's Hawaii Radio Connection wearing Hawaiian shirts with the station's logo in the background.
Culture
How Hawaii Radio Connection spreads the aloha around Seattle
Its locally produced music and talk shows have been going strong since the 90s.
May 22, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Marination's Big Blue food truck sits in a garage at South Seattle College
Business
Marination donates two food trucks to South Seattle College
They’ll now help educate culinary students and future mechanics.
May 18, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A wooden boat on a float with several passengers inside waving Norway flags
Culture
Norway’s Syttende Mai celebration arrives in Ballard
The annual 17th of May parade travels down the heart of the neighborhood.
May 16, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
The front of Glo's diner at its new location in Seattle, with the neon sign under a light wood-plank overhang
Food
Exciting new restaurant moves in Seattle
Glo’s and Watson’s Counter are the latest to find new locations.
May 12, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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