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The John and Jane Kinneth House in Coupeville was built in the 1880s and still hold all of its antique charm, but now with a cheerful coat of bubblegum pink paint. A small garden and a flag poll are right in front of the house.
Travel and Outdoors
Washington vacation rentals that conjure “Practical Magic” vibes
“Practical Magic 2" is in the works. The original film, known for its exceptionally whimsical style, was partially filmed in the San Juan Islands, but Seattle has some Airbnb and Vrbo listings that beg for rounds of midnight margaritas.
June 14, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
City Editor Madeline's hand is holding their iPhone, which is displaying the Timeleft app in the App Store on the screen. The background is a far away view of Seattle's downtown buildings from a rooftop.
Culture
Timeleft: a new way to meet people in Seattle
Dinner with strangers sounds intimidating — that’s why City Editor Madeline tried Timeleft first so we could tell you what’s up.
June 13, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
Jewell Loyd is mid-jump, arms in the air about to launch a basketball from beneath the net. Her toes are barely balanced on the court, and she's sporting the red, white, and blue USA uniform from the USA Women's National Team during her 2022 performance in Sydney, Australia.
Sports
Seattle Storm’s Jewell Loyd selected for 2024 Olympics
Seattle Storm guard Jewell Loyd will be joining the 2024 USA Basketball Women’s National Team for the Olympic Games in Paris.
June 11, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
The front of historic Garfield High School features red brick and white stone, with paned glass windows and green bushes landscaped throughout the front grounds. Three flag poles hoist the American Flag, the Pan-African Flag, and the Intersectional Pride Flag high in the air between the parking lot and the building. The flags are flapping in the wind.
City
A brief history of Seattle’s Central District
Central District is one of Seattle’s main hubs for the Black community + served as a landing place for Scandinavian, Japanese, and German-Jewish settlers.
June 11, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
A bike sits just off the edge of a wooded section of the Burke-Gilman trail while a family of three ride by.
Travel and Outdoors
King County approves e-bikes on regional trails
In addition to allowing e-bikes and e-scooters on its regional trails, King County has also approved a study that could keep trails open after dark.
June 10, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
This panoramic image shows one of the Shoreline Street Ends public access areas on the western end of Magnolia. There's some greenery lining the area between a lawn and the water, but a beach that's just a short walk away can be seen.
Travel and Outdoors
Explore Seattle’s secret beaches with the Shoreline Street Ends program
The Seattle Department of Transportation’s Shoreline Street Ends program turns any shoreline at the end of a street into a public access beach.
June 6, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A long strip of building features blue paint and close ups of several marine animals faces. Over the building's roof, you can see the Waterfront Ferris Wheel in the background and glimpses of Elliott Bay.
Culture
New waterfront artwork is now North America’s largest outdoor mural
The giant mural between Pike Place and Elliott Bay brings attention to restoration efforts and preservation.
June 5, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
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Travel and Outdoors
Great Escapes: Our guide to Bellingham, WA
Planning a getaway? Bellingham has all the charms of a small, coastal town with the comforts of nature and a bustling events schedule.
June 5, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
Montlake's ghost ramps sit idly by above a pool of water.
City
Seattle’s Highway 520 “ramps to nowhere” to become a local park
Seattle’s “ramps to nowhere,” which were partially demolished during WSDOT’s current Montlake project, were the result of 1963 protests — sometimes referred to as the Freeway Revolts — over the construction of a freeway that would have split the Central District in half.
June 4, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Storm resources and prep tips in Seattle
Here are some storm resources to help prepare for potential emergency situations + get the aid you need in the wake of severe weather conditions.
June 3, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
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Independent theater Grand Illusion Cinema looking for community help to move
The Grand Illusion Cinema, Seattle’s “longest continuously running movie theater”, just launched a campaign to help fund its move to a new location.
October 2, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
FEMA designates Lumen Field as a “mission ready” venue in Seattle
In a partnered effort between FEMA and the NFL, designated stadiums or venues are identified for their ability to be used for response and recovery activities during declared emergencies or disasters.
October 1, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
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Travel and Outdoors
Places Seattleites can travel to by train
Catch the Amtrak train at Seattle’s King Street Station to get to places like Glacier National Park, San Diego, and even Miami.
September 30, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
Seattle sits at sunset amidst a bed of orange-hued trees.
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Fall events happening around Seattle
Make the most of the cozy weather with this list of the best local events and activities happening this fall.
September 27, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
The lighthouse at Cape Disappointment sits atop the cliff during golden hour, giving the entire area a golden glow.
Travel and Outdoors
Where did the name of Washington’s “Cape Disappointment” and others come from?
From Cape Disappointment to Point No Point, Washington’s got some funny names for its geographical features. But where did these silly — and somewhat depressing — names come from?
September 26, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A group of people lined up stand shoulder to shoulder smiling, the grantees of Paul Allen Foundation's investment.
Business
Paul Allen’s foundation invests millions to revitalize downtown Seattle
The $9 million grant hopes to energize the cultural vitality of Seattle’s downtown neighborhood through local organizations.
September 25, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
People stand in front of a massive pumpkin (about head height) which is intricately carved with a skeleton face and more designs.
Culture
Gear up for Seattle’s Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off and Beer Festival
We’re here to pump(kin) you up with these upcoming fall festivities that bring giant gourds and craft brews together for a match made in heaven.
September 25, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
The City of Seattle stands underneath a sunny sky, but still hazy, sky.
City
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell proposes 2025-26 city budget
Seattle’s proposed city budget for 2025-26 needed to close a $250 million deficit, but still includes a variety of new initiatives.
September 24, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A King County Metro bus drives along Third Avenue downtown under several recently installed strings of lights now hovering above the street.
City
Seattle’s Third Avenue has new permanent string lights
The string lights installed over downtown Seattle’s Third Avenue are intended to improve safety in the area + encourage other nearby businesses to join in the beautifying effort.
September 24, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Travel and Outdoors
Snug vacation rentals for cool fall getaways near Seattle
These Seattle-area cabins will perfectly set the mood for a fall getaway in the PNW.
September 23, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah