Travel and Outdoors

A walkway bridge is lined with a large public art display, showcasing tiny swatches of various shades of green.
City
Eastside Light Rail: public art works and popular stops
The Eastside Light Rail service opened for use on Saturday, April 27. Here are some stops to make along the route + what’s behind each station’s artwork.
April 26, 2024 07:20 PM
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Madeline Ewing
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Food
Juicy berry-picking farms near Seattle
Here’s where to find that berried treasure in the Seattle area.
July 26, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
Muckleshoot Indian Tribe hosts Canoe Journey for first time in 17 years
The event will bring 120-130 canoes onto the Alki shore
July 26, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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
Seward Park at sunset with a bench in the foreground and the beach in the background.
Travel and Outdoors
Take an accessible hike on one of these trails in Seattle
These are three of our favorite local accessible trails that are wheelchair-friendly.
July 18, 2023
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Trevor Peters
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Culture
Beat the heat: swimming pools for rent in Seattle
What’s summer without at least one pool party with your friends and family?
July 14, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Travel and Outdoors
What to do if a bear wanders into your yard
There’s a surge in black bear sightings in King County.
July 10, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
Seattle breaks ground on new park in Little Saigon
The plan has been in the works for the gravel lot since 2018.
July 6, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Travel and Outdoors
Where to rent boats and kayaks in Seattle
We can’t name a better way to enjoy the warm weather than floating on the lake.
July 6, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A view of the Olympic Mountains from a river in Olympic National Park
City
Federal money will help build Puget Sound to Pacific Trail
The 200-mile path will link up to the Bainbridge Island ferry terminal.
June 27, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Seattle Center - Movies at the Mural
Culture
5 outdoor movie theaters in Seattle
Grab the lawn chairs, some snacks, and get cozy for a summer film.
June 26, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A look at what Bell Street would look like with a pedestrian bridge and protected bike lanes near the Seattle Waterfront.
City
Designs revealed for Waterfront’s Bell Street project
There are some seating options proposed to look out onto Elliott Bay.
June 21, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Three dogs on leashes in the woods look toward the camera.
City
Seattle Parks & Rec releases dog park expansion study results
There are nine potential off-leash spots under consideration.
June 14, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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Culture
Places to stare off dramatically into the distance in Seattle
We all need a main character moment every now and then.
June 12, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Work
Places to work outside in Seattle
When the sun’s out, the world is your workspace.
June 9, 2023
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Ben McBee
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Culture
Native plants to add to your Seattle garden
Incorporating native plants into the urban garden is a win-win for pollinators, the environment, and your garden.
June 8, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
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
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Live
Summer 2023 weather forecast for Seattle
This is what NOAA predicts the weather will be this season.
May 26, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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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
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City
Seattle City Council passes new tree protection ordinance
The Council said it would protect up to 10x the number of trees as the previous ordinance.
May 24, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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
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Travel and Outdoors
How to go to hiking trails near Seattle without a car
Here’s how to get around and enjoy some hiking and outdoor recreation, even if you don’t have your own vehicle.
May 11, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A view of bees in a hive with a man wearing a beekeeper outfit watching them go to work
City
Bellevue’s Kelsey Creek Farm gets a new beehive
It joins several other educational bee programs in the area.
May 10, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Two women and two girls ride bikes together on a sunny street.
Culture
How to celebrate Bike Everywhere Month in Seattle
Start your pedaling with guides, co-rides, a film fest, and more.
May 4, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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Sports
Seattle’s Windermere Cup brings in rowing teams from around the world
You’ll also get to enjoy the Seattle Yacht Club’s opening day parade and the Windermere’s Party on the Cut.
May 3, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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