The newest member of the Water Taxi family the MV Doc Maynard, named for one Seattle's founding fathers was dedicated at Pier 50 on Sept 18. King County Executive Dow Constantine was the primary speaker at the event.
The new vessel was…MORE
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Chongqing Arts Troupe will present acrobatics, dance, and face changing magic Sept. 23
Thu, 09/17/15
One of China's most exceptional performing arts companies, from Seattle’s sister city of Chongqing, will present a colorful show that will thrill all ages.
The 24-member troupe includes amazing acrobats, beautiful dancers, and ornately…MORE
First day of school sees the Superintendent visit Sealth
Thu, 09/17/15
Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Larry Nyland paid a visit to Chief Sealth High School on the strike delayed first day of school Sept. 17.
He spoke briefly, greeting the 320 incoming freshmen to the school, after a run through a…MORE
Microsoft CEO Announces $75 Million for Computer Science education expansion
Wed, 09/16/15
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced on Sept. 16 a new commitment of $75 million in community investments over the next three years to increase access to computer science (CS) education for all youth, and especially for those from under-…MORE
Delridge P-Patch needs volunteers to help with sorting soil
Wed, 09/16/15
A big load of soil at the Delridge P-Patch at 5078 25th Ave SW needs help. More accurately the people at the P-Patch really need volunteers to come and help filter out the rocks in soil that was donated to the garden, thanks to gardener Diane…MORE
Seahawks’ players team up with Strikes For Kids for charity bowling classic at West Seattle Bowl
Wed, 09/16/15
Several Seahawks’ players will be trading in their cleats for bowling shoes tonight to assist in raising money for Strikes For Kids and The Seattle Children’s Hospital Foundation.
The First Investors Strikes For Kids Seattle Bowling…MORE
King County’s water taxis going green with use of biodiesel fuel
Tue, 09/15/15
information from King County
What could be better than commuting across Puget Sound in a water taxi and bypassing all that traffic? Now there’s yet another reason to appreciate the ride - in addition to fighting congestion, these King…MORE
New public private partnership at South Seattle College will train students for industry
Mon, 09/14/15
information from South Seattle College
Since graduating from high school a few years ago, Chantz Hegemann has worked odd jobs here and there, but nearly all of them have left him wanting more.
Hegemann found what he was looking for…MORE
35th Avenue SW and SW Roxbury Street Road Safety Corridor Project moving forward
Mon, 09/14/15
information from SDOT
Addressing concerns raised by residents, Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) crews are moving forward with in-street work to improve roadway safety on SW Roxbury Street and 35th Avenue SW. To make the roads…MORE
After two burglaries, Cafe Osita sees groundswell of support
Mon, 09/14/15
"It's a great place to have bad things happen to you" said Andrea Ramirez, owner of Cafe Osita on 35th Ave SW. The cafe has been broken into twice in recent weeks but the response from the community has been impressive.
Last June the Cafe…MORE
