After Mars Hill founder Mark Driscol’s resignation, Mars Hill has put their Ballard location on the real estate market.
Just last month the church closed two Seattle locations due to what they called a lack “giving” from congregation…MORE
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Simushir Under Tow by Barbara Foss
Mon, 10/20/14
Foss Maritime's ocean-going tug, the Barbara Foss, is towing the Russian cargo vessel, Simushir, which lost power late Thursday night off the west coast of Haida Gwaii.
The Barbara Foss is currently traveling at 5.5 knots and is expected…MORE
Seattle Fire Chief to retire after 44 years with the department
Fri, 10/17/14
Information provided by the City of Seattle
Mayor Ed Murray announced today that Chief Gregory M. Dean intends to retire from the Seattle Fire Department after a distinguished 44-year career with the Seattle Fire Department.
“Chief…MORE
Parents in Washington place high value on afterschool programs, but the state ranks among bottom 10 for afterschool
Fri, 10/17/14
Information provided by Afterschool Alliance
Washington has made progress since 2009, but still lags behind the rest of nation on afterschool participation, according to a new household survey commissioned by the Afterschool Alliance. The…MORE
Mayor proclaims Saturday, October 18 as Arbor Day in Seattle
Thu, 10/16/14
Mayor Ed Murray has declared Saturday, October 18 as Arbor Day, and the Seattle Department of Transportation has scheduled a tree planting and celebration event in recognition of the day.
The mayor reminds us that Arbor Day is more than a…MORE
Senior Services and Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) Offer Support to King County Residents During Medicare Open Enrollment
Wed, 10/15/14
Medicare’s open enrollment period for prescription drug plans (Part D) and Medicare Advantage plans starts today, October 15 and runs through December 7. King County residents can obtain free counseling through the Statewide Health Insurance…MORE
Millions worldwide will ‘drop, cover and hold on’
Tue, 10/14/14
Seattle Public Schools students will join millions worldwide this Thursday for the Great Shakeout Earthquake Drills. The largest earthquake drill in the world takes place on 10/16 at 10:16 a.m. at schools, organizations and in homes around the…MORE
Combined sewer outfall replacement on 24th Ave NW begins Oct. 20
Tue, 10/14/14
Seattle Public Utilities continues to asses stormwater runoff in Ballard. Starting on Oct. 20 SPU will be replacing one of the combined sewage overflow pipes located west of the wooden pier at the end of 24th Avenue Northwest (NPDES 150).
…MOREMayor Murray signs resolution honoring indigenous peoples
Mon, 10/13/14
Mayor Ed Murray today signed a resolution that honors indigenous peoples by declaring the second Monday in October “Indigenous Peoples’ Day” in Seattle.
“Seattle sits on the homelands of many tribal nations,” Murray said at a ceremony…MORE
Ballard High School Activities through October 18
Mon, 10/13/14
Quote of the Week: “Lost time is never found again.” ~Benjamin Franklin
Tuesday, October 14 · Student Officer Council, Staff Lounge, 6th period
· Senior College Night, PAC, 7pm
Wednesday, October 15 ·…MORE
