Press Release: The City of Seattle Emergency Operations Center has released an update on City operations and response to the predicted snow event tonight and tomorrow. Severe weather shelters will open tonight for those in need and the Seattle…MORE
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West Seattle blockwatch captains learn inner workings of King County 911
Wed, 02/23/11
Kayreen Lum, program manager from King County’s Enhanced 911 Program Office covered the basics of 911, from how and when to call 911 to what happens when they pick up on the other end at the SPD Southwest Precinct on Feb. 23.
Regarding…MORE
No snow yet but snow, ice, and dangerous roads expected across most of Washington overnight and into Thursday
Wed, 02/23/11
With forecasts calling for snow and even colder temperatures moving through Washington, drivers should prepare for snow and ice on the road tonight and into Thursday.
Reports indicate the heaviest accumulations should be from the South…MORE
SDOT is ready for the snow; 30 vehicles will work to clear the streets
Wed, 02/23/11
The official snow and ice plan for the City of Seattle has been activated though the threat of snow in West Seattle itself is coming later than expected, by at least a few hours.
SDOT has been pre-treating roads with an anti-icing solution…MORE
One night Snow Special at Taproot Theatre
Wed, 02/23/11
Bundle up and take shelter at Taproot Theatre with a Snow Special for tonight’s performance of The Odyssey. Take advantage of the Taproot Snow Special and get $20 tickets for the February 23, 7:30 p.m., performance. Tickets are available in…MORE
Clean-water investments a top priority in 2011 says King County Executive Constantine
Wed, 02/23/11
Investments in clean-water projects to support economic growth, protect Puget Sound and sustain the region’s enviable quality of life will be a top priority in 2011 for King County Executive Dow Constantine.
“Clean water and adequate…MORE
Small chamber at Ballard’s Chittenden Locks closing for two weeks in March
Wed, 02/23/11
The small lock at the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks will close its gates to marine traffic and be drained for 12 days starting at 11 a.m. March 7 through 5 p.m. March 18. The closure will allow crews to conduct annual maintenance.
The large…MORE
Swedish TV station looking for Swedish-Americans for new reality TV show
Wed, 02/23/11
Meter Television , one of Sweden's leading production companies, is searching for Americans with Swedish ancestry for a new reality TV-show to be filmed in Sweden.
The Producers of the Swedish version of “ American Idol” and “ Minute To…MORE
Salmon Bay playground renovation designs available online for community to comment
Wed, 02/23/11
Last week 65 people attended the Salmon Bay Playground Renovation design workshop and raised $2,000 toward the matching-grant fund.
The three designs presented at the workshop are now available online, giving the community another…MORE
Garbage, recycling and waste collection on time
Wed, 02/23/11
Despite snow in the forecast, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) wants customers to treat Wednesday as a normal day for garbage, recycling, and waste collection.
Ggarbage, recycling, and food/yard waste should be out by 7 a.m. to ensure pickup…MORE
