The Surfrider Foundation released a statement this week acknowledging it made a mistake when it reported high levels of fecal coliform in the steam at Golden Gardens June 22.
According to the statement, the foundation's scientific method…MORE
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Split SeaTac council to vote on resubmitting elected-mayor proposition on November ballot
Thu, 07/15/10
A deeply divided SeaTac City Council will vote Tuesday, July 27 on whether to place a resolution on the November ballot to change the city's form of government.
Based on the debate at the July 13 council meeting, the motion is likely to…MORE
One eastbound lane of Spokane Street Viaduct closes Monday for six weeks
Thu, 07/15/10
SDOT has released this information regarding the upcoming lane closure on the Spokane Street Viaduct:
The Seattle Department of Transportation’s contractor begins work to connect the new Fourth Avenue S off-ramp to the Spokane Street…MORE
Tunnel expert hired by city cites high risk for project
Thu, 07/15/10
In a press event at Mayor McGinn's office a consultant, Dr. Thom L. Neff, hired by the Mayor, cited high risks for the Deep-Bore Tunnel project now being considered to replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct. Seattle Department of Transportation Director…MORE
Controversial ex-SeaTac city manager hired in Troutdale, Oregon
Thu, 07/15/10
Former SeaTac City Manager Craig Ward has been offered the city administrator's job in Troutdale, Oregon. He is expected to be paid $120,000 and begin his new job in August.
The SeaTac City Council removed Ward from his duties as SeaTac…MORE
Health education offered at Des Moines' Judson Park
Thu, 07/15/10
Judson Park Retirement Community in Des Moines is offering monthly free health education classes for seniors.
July's class is "Motivate Me! Ways to Enjoy Exercise in the Golden Years." The class is July 23, from 3 - 4 p.m. in the Judson…MORE
Council identifies top Ballard transportation projects
Thu, 07/15/10
Pedestrian crossing improvements at the intersection of Leary Avenue Northwest and 20th Avenue Northwest are the number-one priority for Ballard's share – approximately $90,000 – of the 2010 Neighborhood Projects Fund.
The Ballard District…MORE
New athletic coordinator named for Highline's troubled program
Thu, 07/15/10
The Highline School District hired July 14 a former Northwest region athletic director of the year to take over its troubled athletic program.
The region covers a five-state area from Idaho to Alaska.
Terri McMahan received the…MORE
Lunapark Block Party coming up July 29
Wed, 07/14/10
Ola Salon at 2942 S.W. Avalon Way is behind the Lunapark Block Party on Thursday, July 29. The event, designed to call attention to the businesses in the Luna Park neighborhood on Avalon Way will feature live music, entertainment, a raffle, free…MORE
Carnegie's Restaurant: Public duped by neighboring WFS project
Wed, 07/14/10
In fall 2009, Washington Federal Savings announced its proposal for a new building at its Market Street site. Now that those plans appear headed for approval, the owner of the neighboring Carnegie's Restaurant is accusing the Seattle Department…MORE
