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The Seattle Chinese Garden is gearing up for its highly anticipated Annual Banquet and Awards Gala, bringing together civic leaders, cultural organizations, and local community members for an evening of celebration.

For kayaking, swimming, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) enthusiasts in West Seattle, timing the perfect water conditions just got a whole lot easier.

Building on the momentum of last autumn’s inaugural event in West Seattle, the White Center community is preparing for a "unique weekend pairing" of events designed to "spark civic engagement and deepen local belonging".

Amidst the urban bustle of West Seattle lies a 53-acre sanctuary of ancient forest known as Schmitz Preserve Park.

On the evening of May 17, 2026, the historic Kenyon Hall will echo with the sounds of a century-old tradition reimagined for a new generation.

At the corner of Andover and 21st Street, a neighborhood landmark is showing its age. The Pigeon Point sign, once a proud symbol of community identity, is currently looking "a bit ratty".

Desmond Hansen, a dedicated muralist based in West Seattle, has spent years on a mission to make his city more beautiful.

For the residents of the West Seattle peninsula, the high-level bridge is more than just a piece of infrastructure; it is a lifeline that has been shaped by a century of frustration, political scandal, and a catastrophic ship coll

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