For Bob Lunke and Chad Gabelein West Seattle was a place they liked, Lunke lives here, but it was missing something. As gay men they both thought for the last few years that for the gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and trans gender community, ever since…MORE
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SLIDESHOW: Pre-show setup is a mellow tradition for Summerfest
Thu, 07/07/11
The Thursday evening before the weekend Summerfest takes over the West Seattle Junction has become a kind of tradition now with some vendors showing up, usually those with more complex booths, and others just there to enjoy a walk through the…MORE
Washington State Dairy Products singles out Husky Deli
Thu, 07/07/11
press release from WSDPC: July is National Ice Cream Month. In 1984, President Ronald Reagan made the designation recognizing the popularity of ice cream in the United States (90% of the nation’s population consumes ice cream). He also…MORE
You Are What You Eat: Soy sauce - cut the salt but keep the flavor
Thu, 07/07/11
It adds a meaty, brothy flavor to Asian foods, but soy sauce sometimes tastes like it’s saltier than salt, if that’s possible.
Soy sauce can vary in sodium content from brand to brand. Many have 1,000 mg in just one tablespoon - more than…MORE
Ballard music buzz: summer tunes
Wed, 07/06/11
Ever wonder what Ballardites are jamming to on their iPods, in their cars or in their homes this summer?
Here's the Top 25 albums sold at Ballard's Sonic Boom Records last week compiled by owner, Jason Hughes.
Top 25 Albums at Sonic…MORE
At Large in Ballard: the color of change
Tue, 07/05/11
They moved to Ballard back when co-workers still asked, “Where?” Don had been recruited from Spokane. His wife Cindy hailed from rural Idaho and wanted to be part of community where everyone knew one another. The year was 1987, yet whenever they…MORE
Pet of the week: Hank is a hybrid rockhound
Tue, 07/05/11
At 2 and a half years old Hank is a handful. He's also a blend of breeds that may have something to do with his most prominent personality trait. He came from the dog pound in Pierce County and "They thought he was an Akita and Irish Setter mix…MORE
Happy 4th of July; It still means freedom
Mon, 07/04/11
On this, the 235th celebration of our nation's declaration of independence, we want to remind our readers about the meaning of the day and for at least a few moments amid the BBQ's, summer fun and fireworks, remember that for hundreds of millions…MORE
Now you can be toasty while making a toast at The Bridge
Sat, 07/02/11
The Bridge, bar and restaurant at 4439 35th s.w, just added a new outdoor firepit to their patio area. The 4 x 4 foot pit was built by Shan the Man and is fully propane powered.
"We plan on having benches around it which will seat about 8…MORE
The Fastest Kid on Webster Street
Sat, 07/02/11
If it wasn't for the bullies of northern White Center, young Earl Cruzen might not have become the fastest kid on Webster Street. Earl was a smallish lad who would rather write than fight. He learned to high-tail it away from bigger boys bent on…MORE