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Fueled by federal pandemic money, Washington state's spending has skyrocketed

Washington state government spending increased 169% from 1991 to 2023.

Annual charitable donation, paper shredding event May 4

On Saturday, May 4, local residential Realtor Ken Graff will be sponsoring his annual secure document paper shredding, electronics recycling, and charitable donation event.

Downtown Seattle's slow recovery provides hope for some city organizations

It’s been four years since the COVID-19 pandemic forced employees to work from home, and yet downtown Seattle is still seeing less than 60% of pre-pandemic worker foot traffic.

Falling Awake: More accountability? This I can do

It’s the third week of April and it’s been warm and sunny for days. The warmth feels like sparks of . . . Hmm. What is it I feel in the air? Out of a few remarkably warm days, am I managing to spin a little hope?

Your Best Life: Cultivating awe

Our emotions can be powerful teachers. Brene Brown taught us the value of recognizing shame collectively and as individuals, and many researchers are championing the power of gratitude to help us be happier.

Get Growing: I heart Oxheart Tomatoes

As May approaches, folks are considering which tomatoes will rule their garden. Since they will be hogging all the primo sun spots this season, it’s not a decision to be made lightly.

The Cove opens

Ahoy! Ballard Commons Play Area, known as The Cove, officially opened last weekend.

Kohl-Welles honored with council’s Women Uplifting Women Award

During the celebration of Women’s History Month — a tradition she introduced in her first year on the council — Jeanne Kohl-Welles was honored as the award's inaugural recipient.

Survey: No support for new taxes as Seattle faces growing deficit

The Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce’s latest survey of Seattle voters revealed that more than three-quarters do not want taxes raised.

Seattle’s cruise season projects fewer sailings, but still up from pre-2020

Port officials project the 2024 season — which runs from April 6 to Oct. 28 – will see 275 sailings.

Queen Anne Helpline news, updates

The latest happenings from the community group.

Report: State’s economic outlook continues to worsen

Washington remained in the lower half of U.S. states in terms of economic outlook, according to a new report that faults the state's high tax burden and rising labor costs.

Kittens and Critters to take over ‘Kitty Hall’

The cutest and cuddliest event of the year will happen on Thursday, April 11.

Joe Mizrahi and Sarah Clark appointed to Seattle School Board

Joe Mizrahi and Sarah Clark have been sworn in as the newest members of the Seattle School Board.

2024 Northwest Green Home Tour set for April 27

The Northwest Green Home Tour is gearing up for another year on Saturday, April 27.

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