The evolution of the Pacific Northwest's commercial fishing vessels that help make up a $30 billion maritime industry has been depicted through the skillful brush strokes of historian and artist, Jim Cole.
Cole, 82, has illustrated and…MORE
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At Large in Ballard: Wednesday's Child
Wed, 02/05/14
By Peggy Sturdivant
“Where are your children?” I asked my friends, nominally known as parents in the packed elementary school auditorium. Joshua and Emily McNichols shaded their eyes against the stage lights and pointed toward the front…MORE
Is it ok to skip school for the Seahawks Parade? You be the judge
Tue, 02/04/14
Seattle Schools Superintendent Jose Banda sent a letter out to his principals on Tuesday that offers them some leeway when it comes to school attendance Wednesday, in light of a parade now expected to draw up to 500,000 people by some estimates…MORE
12th Man minds jaywalking law amid celebration in Ballard, Mayor Murray says 'Good job Ballard'
Mon, 02/03/14
Video posted by The Retroist on Youtube on Feb 2, 2014
The 12th man is ever mindful of the Seattle's jaywalking laws.
In Ballard, after the the Seahawks Super Bowl victory over the Broncos, fans thronged the streets in jubilant…MORE
12th Man minds jaywalking amid celebration in Ballard, Mayor Murray says 'Good job Ballard'
Mon, 02/03/14
The 12th man is ever mindful of the Seattle's jaywalking laws.
In Ballard, after the the Seahawks Super Bowl victory over the Broncos, fans thronged the streets in jubilant celebration.
Instead of breaking glass and blasting fire…MORE
No jaywalkers after Seahawks victory, Mayor Murray says 'Good Job Ballard'
Mon, 02/03/14
The 12th man is ever mindful of the Seattle's jaywalking laws.
In Ballard, after the the Seahawks Super Bowl victory over the Broncos, fans thronged the streets in jubilant celebration.
Instead of breaking glass and blasting fire…MORE
Kasu Ramen booms with umami goodness at Bloom Restaurant
Mon, 02/03/14
By Christy Wolyniak
Tucked away in Ballard is a new joint blooming with tantalizing possibilities that might surprise even the most skeptical of palettes.
What began with a Bento Box has now blossomed into Bloom Restaurant, which…MORE
Scott Anthony- Your toilet is out to get you!
Mon, 02/03/14
By Scott Anthony
Whether you realize it or not, your toilet is out to get you. That simple porcelain fixture in your bathroom is not just a quiet, humble servant. It has ulterior motives. While you sleep it is gurgling up it’s game plan…MORE
Nearly unwired by wire fraud
Sat, 02/01/14
By Greg McCorkle We love our technology. The ease in which we can communicate with each other has reached an amazing level. You can be half way around the world and send texts and emails to friends and family as if they were next door.…MORE
12th Man rallies in Ballard
Fri, 01/31/14
The 12th Man spirit is alive and well at Columbia Lutheran Home, which has been a Ballard area fixture since 1920. Columbia Lutheran Home is a non-profit nursing home. To accompany the recent dining room addition, a new flag pole was placed…MORE
