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Savvy Senior: What is a spousal IRA?

What can you tell me about spousal IRAs? My spouse and I are in our 50s and are looking for ways to boost our retirement savings. My wife is a homemaker and caregiver, and works part-time too, but her income is very small.

‘Postcards from Queen Anne’ a success

On June 7, dozens of families walked along Queen Anne Avenue for the Queen Anne Elementary School Art Walk. For the event, titled “Postcards from Queen Anne,” 11 host businesses along the Ave displayed art from students at Queen Anne Elementary depicting scenes from the neighborhood.

Memorial Stadium open house June 26

It’s lights out for the Seattle Public Schools’ iconic Memorial Stadium at Seattle Center … at least for now, as the stadium prepares for a two-year $140 million transformation beginning this summer. But first, the community is invited to an open house event to relive their memories, say a fond farewell, and learn about the exciting plans for Memorial Stadium’s future.

King County ramps up traffic patrols to combat spike in summer driving deaths

King County is deploying extra high-visibility enforcement patrols to ensure county roadways are safe during the summer months. The patrols are law enforcement operations designed to reduce dangerous driving behaviors by increasing law enforcement presence in high-risk areas. This patrol expansion is part of Washington state's “100 Safe Days of Summer” program, which works to keep roads safe.

Seattle Pride Parade marches on

Come get loud at Washington's largest parade featuring an estimated 300,000 attendees and 250-plus community groups, nonprofits, businesses, and civic leaders. Each year, the free, all-ages Seattle Pride Parade culminates Pride Month on the last Sunday of June to commemorate the anniversary of the Stonewall Rebellion.

Hot air balloon spectacular to light up night at Seattle Center

As dusk falls, the Seattle skyline will come alive with a synchronized “Glow” performance as the balloons ignite their burners, illuminating the night in brilliant color and light. A balloon glow is a stunning spectacle where tethered hot air balloons are inflated and illuminated from within.

End of an Era: Magnolia’s Bartell Drugs to close pharmacy this summer

It’s the end of an era for a long-standing pharmacy in Seattle’s Magnolia neighborhood. The Bartell Drugs location at 2222 32nd Ave. W., near the Magnolia Playfields, is set to close its pharmacy on July 1, according to store employees. However, the retail portion of the store will remain open until mid-July.

Auto insurance rate increases are slowing down in 2025 compared to previous years

It’s probably not quite the break Washington state drivers were hoping for, but the rate of increase in the cost of auto insurance appears to be slowing down.

Savvy Senior: Does Medicare cover annual physical exams?

Does Medicare cover annual physical exams? I’ve gotten a physical every year since I turned 50 and would like to find out what Medicare covers when I sign up in a few months.

Get Growing: Garden smackdown: Annuals vs. Perennials

When we start gardening, most of us are drawn to annuals, both ornamental flowers and edible crops, like moths to a flame. Like a flame, annuals shine with a dazzling light, burning brightly. The flame dances, gives heartening warmth, and lasts for weeks, even months.

Board stiff: Sound Transit lacks transit expertise as project delays drag on

The Sound Transit Board of Directors has been criticized for a lack of transportation expertise among its members, as the agency continues to see delays to light rail expansion projects and cost overruns to major expansion projects despite massive funding.

WA AGO launches long-delayed police use of force database

The Washington State Attorney General’s Office has announced the launch of the Washington State Data Exchange for Public Safety, or WADEPS, after years of delays and setbacks due to contract disputes, data security concerns, and allegations of unethical conduct.

Seattle Council faces third vacancy in 18 months with Cathy Moore set to resign

The Seattle City Council will appoint a new representative for the third time since January 2024 after Seattle City Councilmember Cathy Moore announced she is resigning from her position. Moore announced that her last day on the job will be July 7 after serving District 5 for a year and six months. She cited health and personal reasons for her resignation, which she seriously considered “over the past several months.”

Healthy aging and the benefits of intergenerational programs in senior living

As the science of longevity is picking up steam, we’re learning about steps we can take to enhance not just our lifespan but our health span. Some ways to help increase health span you may know as increasing your activity level, improving your sleep hygiene, and paying attention to your nutrition and hydration.

PWHL selects Seattle for 2nd expansion franchise

The PWHL will expand to eight teams next season by adding Seattle as its second new franchise alongside Vancouver, and The Associated Press has learned that plans are already in the works to add two more in a year’s time. Seattle’s addition, announced Wednesday, gives the PWHL a strong foothold in the Pacific Northwest and comes a week after the unveiling of the new team in Vancouver for the 2025-26 season.