The Port of Seattle has announced the selection of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport as the winner of the 2008 Environmental Achievement Award from Airports Council International - North America.
The award in the Mitigation Category…MORE
News
Carlyle, Burbank race tight
Mon, 08/25/08
Democrats John Burbank and Reuven Carlyle are battling each to take over Rep. Helen Sommers' seat in the 36th Legislative District, and after the results of the Aug.
MOREStudy to promote food, fitness
Mon, 08/25/08
To help promote food and fitness the King County Food and Fitness Initiative was formed in 2006 after Seattle was chosen as one of nine communities participating in a $3 million, 10-year initiative financed by the W.K.
MORELarry Phillips to run against Ron Sims
Mon, 08/18/08
Larry Phillips quietly made it official last Friday when he sent out an e-mail announcing he will run against longtime King County Executive Ron Sims next year.
"I am writing today to pass on the good news - www.GoForItLarry.com is up and…MORE
Assistant fire chief earns certification
Mon, 08/18/08
South King Fire & Rescue Deputy Chief Jerry Thorson earned the title of "Certified Emergency Manager" (CEM) last month.
South King serves the cities of Des Moines and Federal Way.
The certification in emergency management will…MORE
Flags to help crossings
Mon, 08/18/08
To increase safety on Seattle's streets for pedestrians, the Seattle City Council added a new feature to the current pedestrian program - pedestrian flags at 17 crosswalk locations.
A spin-off of your average school crossing guard, yellow…MORE
Proper immunizations urged for school kids
Mon, 08/18/08
Public health officials are urging parents to protect their children and those around them for in the upcoming school year by making sure their children's vaccinations are complete.
According to staffers, this year in our state under-…MORE
Group seeks bag fee repealed
Mon, 08/18/08
Although the Seattle City Council has approved a 20-cent fee on all disposable shopping bags, the Washington Food Industry is attempting to give its consumers a choice with a referendum that could put the issue to a public vote.
"We agree…MORE
Lakehaven sinking $4.8 million into Puget Sound project
Mon, 08/18/08
In an effort to enhance water quality protection measures in the Redondo Beach and surrounding marine environment, the Lakehaven Utility District will sink $4.8 million into the upgrade of the Redondo Wastewater Treatment Plant outfall line. The…MORE
Fixes sought for 14th Avenue
Mon, 08/18/08
After receiving $15,000 from the Neighborhood Matching Fund Grant in 2006, residents of 14th Avenue Northwest were able to create a vision of a safer, more beautified street with green space, but there is no mechanism for financing the upgrade.…MORE
