The DEA has scheduled another National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29. For West Seattle and White Center, the closest dropoff point will be the Seattle Police Southwest Precinct at 2300 S.W. Webster…MORE
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Issaquah economic development director headed to Burien
Thu, 10/27/11
The Issaquah Press is reporting that Issaquah’s economic development director is headed to Burien to replace former Burien economic development director Dick Loman.
Loman retired last month.
Dan Trimble departed Issaquah on Oct. 21…MORE
Gregoire announces budget reduction alternatives; Rep. Dickerson hopes the shock will awaken Washington
Thu, 10/27/11
Today Gov. Chris Gregoire announced a set of budget-reduction alternatives to respond to the continuing shortfall of state revenues. As a result of declining revenues, the state of Washington has already reduced per capita spending to its lowest…MORE
Gas line work continuing on s.w. Holly Street
Thu, 10/27/11
If you've driven down California Avenue and noticed that s.w. Holly Street is closed to traffic, it's due to crews from Puget Sound Energy (PSE) doing some gas line upgrades.
According to the project foreman the original line, which runs…MORE
Ballard-made cycling apparel pays tribute to a pre-spandex cycling era while addressing the functional and aesthetic needs of the modern bicyclist
Thu, 10/27/11
Clothing won't protect bicyclists from the La Nina weather expected for this winter but the right clothing can help you be more comfortable and looking fashionable.
Handbuilt in Ballard and sold at Hub and Bespoke in Fremont, Telaio Wool…MORE
New sign and more changes coming for the White Center DQ
Wed, 10/26/11
The former restaurant in White Center that has been the Dairy Queen for decades has just been updated with a new sign making it the DQ Grill & Chill and more changes are coming. It's located at 10256 16th Avenue Southwest.
New owner…MORE
Jim McDermott to host 'Coffee with Your Congressman' event in Ballard
Wed, 10/26/11
Congressman Jim McDermott is hosting a "Coffee with your Congressman" event in the Ballard this weekend.
Taking place at Cupcake Royale/Verite Coffee, McDermott invites Ballardites to join him for a cup of coffee and to exchange thoughts…MORE
Newly opened Highliner Pub & Grill to serve the freshest catch of fish in town
Wed, 10/26/11
The Highliner Pub & Grill opened its doors last Friday and has been seeing a steady stream of customers since.
Previously known as the Highliner Tavern, the business acquired new ownership over the summer with a new coat of paint,…MORE
Ballard's Tom Nissley to compete for a quarter of a million dollars in Jeopardy's Tournament of Champions
Wed, 10/26/11
Jeopardy! is reuniting 15 of its recent champions for a head-to-head competition for a chance to win a quarter million dollars. One of these champions is Ballard's Tom Nissley, who became the third-highest winning Jeopardy player ever last…MORE
Commuters continue to face gridlock during Alaskan Way Viaduct demolition
Wed, 10/26/11
Only a handful of days of demolition are left on the southern mile of the State Route 99 Alaskan Way Viaduct before the road reopens, and traffic continues to be heavy for morning and afternoon commuters as they seek alternate routes around the…MORE
