...Is it not amazing that this country spends so much on preparation for war: $608 billion last year. (Check out Dennis Wilken's column). We are keeping people in this country employed for the wrong reasons. How about taking that money and use it to educate the heck out of our citizens. Can you imagine? Can you imagine the opportunities that that money would present to the least likely to succeed? Suddenly a door presents itself to a kid who otherwise goes to the gun. But greed, greed is a powerful, powerful force...
King County Elections is predicting that about 340,000 ballots will be returned in this primary. Unofficially, elections workers are expecting less, perhaps between 25 and 30 percent of the 1.1 million ballots sent out a few weeks ago.
Depeche Mode is known for giving a great live show. And last night they delivered that to thousands of adoring fans at Key Arena.
Thank you to all the artists whohave already registered for the Uptown Stroll, Saturday, Aug. 29, and we would like to have even more; would be super nicer to have even more; invite your artist friends to register. For registration information contact Kathy or Keith Biever, 283-9047.
A long-awaited baseball field fix was nearly derailed by questioning neighbors, but the parks department made it clear at a public meeting last week the project will move forward, much to the relief of Little League supporters.
DeterminationsThe Department of Planning and Development (DPD) is proposing to amend Chapter 23.48 of the Seattle Municipal Code to allow increased height up to 125 feet for the block bound by Dexter Ave. N., Mercer St., Eighth Ave. N. and Republican St and currently zoned SM 65 provided that all project subject to the amendment:
When, a few days before the primary-election deadline, the phone rang and the caller ID simply showed "Chicago," I immediately thought, "Aha! Nickels' mob connections are going to bat for him!"
After doing a column for a good while, the writer begins to notice trends. In my case, I will go months writing about local and personal stuff and then realize it's time to catch up on some of the news that doesn't get big coverage. Once again I've been neglecting our discussion. (I picture you, devoted reader, answering my wildest claims audibly from your favorite reading chair.)
Tibet Fest will celebrate its 14th annual event this weekend, Aug. 22-23. The festival will be held at the Seattle Center, in the Center House and on the Fisher Roof, and will showcase multiple diverse acts in honor of the Tibetan culture and tradition of their people. The event, free to everyone, begins at noon on both days, ending at 5:30 p.m.
First staged in 2001, Seattle Opera's current production of "Der Ring des Nibelungen" is not just a sublime, passionate tale of the gods and a magic ring that gives its possessor the power to rule the world. It's also a story of dysfunctional family and familiar emotions.
One of the best things about living in Queen Anne is discovering and rediscovering this neighborhood's hidden gems. The quaint staircases, unique restaurants and abundant parks are all part of what make Queen Anne unique. But the plethora of historic houses residents can enjoy while walking the Hill's charming streets are perhaps the largest contributor to Queen Anne's allure.