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Election certification has both sides of natural gas fight preparing for battle

The annual Re-Wire Conference, hosted by the Washington Observer, was held Tuesday, the day before certification of state election results.

Some holiday magic for moms

As the holidays are approaching, many homes are buzzing with home cooked meals, holiday decorations, shopping for presents, and anticipation for the big night.

Dirty Couch Brewing outdoor party Dec. 28

Join Dirty Couch Brewing for its deep freeze outdoor party from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28 at 2715 W. Fort St., in Seattle.

Lake View Cemetery to host Wreaths Across America

Wreaths Across America will host a ceremony at 9 a.m. Saturday. The public wreath laying will take place at 10 a.m.

Seattle counted 63% fewer homeless tents in September than at end of 2023

Seattle’s latest quarterly count of homeless encampments reveals a significant drop in homeless tents in the city since the end of 2023.

Grand Tree Lighting

The annual Grand Tree Lighting took place in Queen Anne on Friday night. Hosted by the Queen Anne Chamber of Commerce, this evening of holiday magic included holiday lights, carols from Seattle SeaChordsmen (and women), local shopping, and treats from Trader Joe’s, Starbucks, and Big Max.

Recipe: Pizza to the recue

During this festive season, with its lengthy to-do lists, socializing and houseguests, a simple dinner sandwiched between holiday prep provides a welcome respite.

Savvy Senior: How to talk to your doctors and get them to listen

How can I get my doctors to listen better? I just turned 78, and over the past few years I feel more and more dismissed by my doctors. I know I can’t be the only one who feels this way. Any suggestions?

Washington state’s spending spree drives massive deficit

Over the past decade, many state lawmakers have advocated fiscal restraint during years of enormous revenue growth, arguing that Washington could face a budgetary crisis if an economic downturn were to occur.

Gov. Inslee imposes spending freeze to deal with $10B-$12B operating budget gap

Washington state Gov. Jay Inslee is calling for a freeze on hiring, services contracts, goods and equipment purchases, and travel to deal with a projected operating budget shortfall between $10 billion and $12 billion over the next four years.

Magnolia Chorale presents ‘Fauré en Fete’

Magnolia Chorale presents “Fauré en Fete” on Saturday and Sunday, Dec.14 and Dec. 15. Show times are 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday.

King County Council members propose relief for bomb cyclone victims

King County officials are working to provide relief for residents impacted by the recent bomb cyclone weather event.

‘We’re not out of the woods yet’: Seattle budget approved amid lurking challenges

The Seattle City Council approved its 2025-2026 budget, which closes a $268 million operating deficit, but city officials prepare for future challenges in 2027.

Tax levies, not school closures, may be used to close Seattle Schools budget gap

Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Brent Jones is officially withdrawing his proposed plan to close elementary schools and is exploring increased levies to fill a lingering budget gap.

Seattle school program leads the way for America’s future educators

During a cloudy day in West Seattle, Summit Atlas ninth grader Beni Zundel passed out lollipops to sixth graders engaging in a lesson about matter and light.