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Hypocrites, God love 'em

Wilken's Watch

When I was young, my life was totally focused on people's relationships to me; after all, I was the most important little tyke in the universe. As I got older, I started to realize that other people, however mistaken, thought they were every bit as important as Not-Quite-So Little-Anymore Denny.

Police Blotter 7/15

No contact, no way

A local (but not for long) 26-year-old is concerned because her ex doesn't follow (and doesn't seem to understand the seriousness of) a court-administered, no-contact domestic violence order. The 23-year-old suspect has sent multiple text messages and e-mails to the victim, all in violation of the decree. He has also broken into the victim's home in the past. After repeated transgressions in the past several weeks, the suspect was tracked down at work on Friday, July 3 and booked into King County Jail. The victim plans to change residences.

QA Lions Club to close

Area nonprofits become sudden beneficiaries

After 64 years, the Lions Club in Queen Anne is calling it quits.

Group's grant will green up festival

It's time to transfer green habits at home to the streets of Magnolia, starting with Magnolia Summerfest. At least, that's the hope of Sustainable Magnolia.

Briefs 7/15

For those looking to switch up their workout routine, or who simply want more balance in their life, a Pilates session may be the choice du jour.

Fun Run times

18.26 Goldstein- Men Winner!22.08 Hayes Louisa-Women Winner!22.59 Melamud Jasper-Boy Winner! 35.32 Hardman Jenna-Girl Winner!

Horoscope

Aries (Mar. 20th-Apr. 19th) You're in the good luck now! Less clash and more cash!

Police Blotter 7/22

What a paneOn Saturday, July 11, someone managed to shatter a window in a business in the 100 block of W. Mercer St. Officers found no projectile device that could account for the damage. The window in question is 12 feet above street level.

Briefs 7/22

New ferries on the water by 2030

Washington is getting ready to trade out old ferries for new vessels, according to the WSDOT Ferries Division.The long-range plan extends through 2030, with five purchases planned over the next five years.

What I admire most? Courage

Wilken's Watch

I wrote in this space last week about hypocrisy in high places. A reader called and agreed with my basic premise but added: "You've written more than once that hypocrisy is your big bugaboo, but what personal qualities do you like?"

Change lifestyle not diet

Americans love to diet. Quick fixes are naturally more attractive than long term strategies. Diets that promise immediate results and don't require too much effort enjoy the highest popularity.

Bulletin 7/22

Seattle Department of Neighborhoodsinvites the Queen Anne community to a meeting on the revitalization of Kinnear Park. Meeting attendees will get park updates from representatives of Seattle Parks and Recreation Department and Seattle Police Department, hear about the efforts and progress of the new Friends of Lower Kinnear Park (FOLKpark) steering committee and learn ways to get involved. The meeting is at 7 p.m., Thursday, July 23 at the QA/Mag Neighborhood Service Center at 160 Roy St. Ste. 100. Contact Christa Dumpys, Neighborhood District Coordinator at 206-684-4812 or christa.dumpys@seattle.gov.

Seattle business gets wind grant

DNV Global Energy Concepts awarded $400,000

A Seattle firm is one of 28 wind-energy development companies awarded federal money to continue researching the alternative energy source, funding that will likely create jobs and may stimulate the economy.

News Trivia

A blend of the here and there

1. Which school in Magnolia is getting a new principal this year?

Briefs 7/29

Seattle City Council launches new resource siteFor those struggling to pay the bills in the slow economy, Seattle City Council has implemented a new Web site stacked with resources for coping with the recession.The Web site, Recession Resources for Seattle Residents, connects users to information and various sources regarding health care, housing and job training. The site also includes links that can help one deal with their debt."Our goal is to make it easier for Seattle residents to find the help they need, and find it quickly," Council President Richard Conlin said. "Hopefully, these resources will make what is a difficult time for many people just a little less stressful."The idea of the site is to increase the accessibility of existing resources. A search through the site reveals users can access information on several topics, including child care and food assistance, retirement funds and foreclosures."We know that people are hurting," said Conlin, "and we're determined to provide the greatest possible service to our constituents, especially during this difficult time."