Travels with Charlie: Walking Between Rainstorms is Our Game
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| Maple tree photo by Gordon Snyder |
Walking between rainstorms is a game I play with Charlie. Depending on each day storm's bluster, I choose a park for us. It’s my dopey game for Charlie and I to get there for our walk and sniffs without being completely drenched or blown away.
I particularly love being along Lake Washington shoreline with fast moving clouds and rain (Log Boom Park). Today, we were the only car in the parking lot, but we won the game today.
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| Photo by Gordon Snyder |
Today, we had perfect timing; even tho Weather App said "Continuous Rain," there was a bright spot in the clouds...
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| Photo by Gordon Snyder |
It turned out to be some blue sky. We barely got wet.
It’s wonderful to have Clean Air to breath and Freedom to Breath it. Try to get out and enjoy our fantastic fall.
Cheers,
Gordon Snyder
Prosser Piano & Organ closing after 71 years - selling everything
After 71 years, Prosser Piano & Organ is closing; family retirement sale open now in Tacoma and Shoreline.
The Tacoma family piano business founded in 1955 will sell its remaining pianos, organs, sheet music and fixtures before the owners retire at year's end.
TACOMA, Wash. — Oct. 30, 2026 — Prosser Piano & Organ Co., the family-owned piano store that has served Tacoma since 1955, will close for good at the end of 2026. Owners Kerry and Gail Prosser are retiring. A retirement sale of all remaining inventory runs Friday, Oct. 30, through Wednesday, Dec. 23, or sooner, at the company's stores in Tacoma and Shoreline, 18505 Firlands Way N.
Duane and Laurie Prosser founded the business after moving to Washington from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, where they had worked together at a small piano store. They opened the first Prosser Piano store in Tacoma in 1955. Duane ran sales; Laurie kept the books and handled purchasing. Their sons grew up in the business and carried it on when their parents retired.
Kerry started young. At 17, in 1979, he was selling pianos and organs from a booth under the grandstands at the Puyallup Fair, drawing customers in by playing songs that appealed to the fair's crowd.
"For 71 years our family has had the privilege of putting pianos into Tacoma homes, schools and churches. Some of our customers are now buying pianos for their grandchildren. Gail and I are ready to retire, but we wanted to say thank you the right way: with one last sale, and the same care we've always tried to give," said Kerry Prosser.
The sale includes new and used pianos, organs, sheet music and store fixtures. Everything must go — what a great time to add music to a home at giveaway pricing, just in time for the holidays.
SALE DETAILS
- Dates: Friday, Oct. 30 through Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2026, or sooner
- Shoreline: 18505 Firlands Way N, Shoreline, WA 98133 · 206-546-8959
- Tacoma: 5849 Tacoma Mall Blvd., Suite A, Tacoma, WA 98409 · 253-472-8889
- Hours: Monday 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Tuesday–Friday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday by appointment
- Web: prosserpiano.com
ABOUT PROSSER PIANO & ORGAN CO.
Prosser Piano & Organ Co. is a family-owned piano and organ retailer founded in Tacoma in 1955 by Duane and Laurie Prosser. Over seven decades the business grew to several locations and is now run by second-generation owners Kerry and Gail Prosser. It will close at the end of 2026.
Boys Tennis: Shorewood wins 5th straight District title
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| District 1 Champions, 3A Tournament L-R Drew Boyd, Drew Johnson, Jacob Mignogna, Ethan Dong, Reid Bley and Seb Sanchez. Photo by Leslie Boyd |
District 1 3A Tournament
MOUNT VERNON — Area schools secured seven of the eight available spots at the state tournament as Shorecrest’s Mihai Stransky won singles while the Shorewood duo of Drew Johnson and Ethan Dong won doubles.
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| District 1 Doubles Champions Ethan Dong and Drew Johnson Photo by Leslie Boyd |
Stransky was relatively dominant in his run to the title, beating Shorewood’s Jacob Mignogna 6-0, 6-1 before downing Cascade’s Jiang Yang 6-3, 6-0. Stransky took the title by beating Snohomish’s Jackson Fawcett (second place) 6-1, 6-1 as Shorewood’s Seb Sanchez (third) and Mountlake Terrace’s Tyson Castaneda (fourth) secured the remaining state berths.
Johnson and Dong, meanwhile, won doubles by defeating Stephen Valmayor and Kevin Vesvarut of Mountlake Terrace 6-4, 6-2, Connor Swanson and Jace Swanson of Mount Vernon (third place) 4-6, 6-2, 6-2 and Tully VanAssche and Maverick Stocker of Snohomish (second place) 6-1, 6-2 for the title. Edmonds-Woodway’s Eli Agol and Will Spear secured fourth place for a spot at state.
Seb Sanchez, Ethan Dong and Drew Johnson will prepare over the Winter and Spring for next year's May 20 and 21st WIAA 3A State tennis tournament in Vancouver, Washington. The Shorewood Team are returning WIAA 3A Tennis State Champions.
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| Shorewood boys tennis team with coach Arnie Moreno (left) |
Coach Arnie Moreno is proud of the total team effort to win the championship, as every win was a point to win the trophy. The team of Seb Sanchez and Jacob Mignogna in singles and Drew Johnson / Ethan Dong and Reid Bley / Drew Boyd represented Shorewood.
Snohomish, Shorecrest, Mount Vernon and Stanwood were strong challengers to dethrone the defending Shorewood team.
This was Shorewood's fifth straight District 1 team championship.
One Shoreline Resident With a Big Idea: Building Community by Creating Ways for Neighbors to Connect
From baking gatherings to book conversations, Shoreline resident Pam Stucky is experimenting with small ways to bring people together.
What if building a stronger community started with something as simple as sharing a book recommendation, gathering around baked goods, or meeting a neighbor over lunch?
That's the question Shoreline resident Pam Stucky is exploring through a personal community-building experiment: creating more opportunities for neighbors to meet, discover shared interests, and do things together.
This isn't a city program or an established organization with a staff and a budget. It's one person's idea, starting with a few small gatherings and an open mind about what might develop.
The first offerings are the Open Book Lovers Group and the newly launched Shoreline Baking Club.
A book group without homework
The Open Book Lovers Group offers readers a way to connect, but without an assigned book to finish before attending. Instead, participants are invited to share what they've read and loved (or hated), discover new titles, and talk with fellow bibliophiles.
It's a low-pressure way to meet people through a shared interest, without adding another obligation to an already busy schedule.
Participation is free. The next gathering will be Sunday, November 8, 2026 from 11:30am to 1:30pm at the Shoreline Library Small Conference Room, 345 NE 175th St, Shoreline 98155.
The Shoreline Baking Club
The brand-new Shoreline Baking Club invites people who enjoy baking to gather, share their baked goods, and get to know other local residents.
Its inaugural gathering, with the theme of “Holiday Cookie Tray Inspiration,” will invite participants to share a treat they might include on a holiday cookie gift tray, discover new ideas, and exchange inspiration for their own holiday baking.
The first gathering will be November 15 from 2 to 4pm, with advance registration required. Tickets are $12. Purchase tickets here.
Creating the kind of community we want to live in
The baking and book groups are early examples of a broader idea: making it easier for people in Shoreline to meet their neighbors and create a greater sense of community and belonging.
“I've been thinking a lot about community lately—how we're all so isolated these days, despite being constantly connected online; how we're so divided. But it's a lot harder to hate someone when you're talking face to face. I decided to get proactive about building the kind of place I want to live in,” Stucky says.
“I've heard so many people say they want to meet new people but don't know how, beyond going to a bar. I've organized tons of events over the years, so I'm quite familiar with mailing lists, ticketing sites, newsletters, and everything that goes into putting an event together.
"At some point it dawned on me: You can just do things. If you want more connection in your community, you can start a group, organize an event, find common interests, and invite people to come together. You don't have to wait for someone else to make it happen. I thought, why not try? And so here we are.”
The possibilities are wide open. Future activities might include puzzle swaps, excursions, concerts, lectures, workshops, seasonal gatherings, cultural outings, entirely new groups suggested by participants, and more.
Some activities will be free; others may have a ticket price that reflects the costs of putting on the event, the experience being offered, and the work involved in organizing it. The aim is to make activities sustainable while creating opportunities for people to participate in ways that work for them.
Because this is currently a one-person effort, the goal is to start at a manageable scale rather than promise everything at once. As the experiment grows, participants may have opportunities to contribute ideas, organize their own gatherings, or take the lead on activities they'd like to see continue.
The vision isn't for one person to run every group forever. It's to help create the connections and momentum that allow more community-led activities to develop.
One mailing list, many possibilities
Residents who want to follow along can join a general mailing list for announcements about existing groups, new gatherings, excursions, and other possibilities as they develop. When people sign up they are also able to select specific interest areas for more targeted mailings.
Join the mailing list here
An invitation to businesses
Stucky has an abundance of ideas for the future, including ways to bring Shoreline businesses and residents together through community events, local partnerships, and sponsorship opportunities.
Some activities will be free; others may have a ticket price that reflects the costs of putting on the event, the experience being offered, and the work involved in organizing it. The aim is to make activities sustainable while creating opportunities for people to participate in ways that work for them.
"In my mind, I think of it as the Explorgasbord," Stucky laughs. "A smorgasbord of exploration, endless opportunities for adventures."
Because this is currently a one-person effort, the goal is to start at a manageable scale rather than promise everything at once. As the experiment grows, participants may have opportunities to contribute ideas, organize their own gatherings, or take the lead on activities they'd like to see continue.
The vision isn't for one person to run every group forever. It's to help create the connections and momentum that allow more community-led activities to develop.
One mailing list, many possibilities
Residents who want to follow along can join a general mailing list for announcements about existing groups, new gatherings, excursions, and other possibilities as they develop. When people sign up they are also able to select specific interest areas for more targeted mailings.
Join the mailing list here
An invitation to businesses
Stucky has an abundance of ideas for the future, including ways to bring Shoreline businesses and residents together through community events, local partnerships, and sponsorship opportunities.
In the coming months, she plans to begin reaching out to explore what those collaborations might look like. In the meantime, local businesses interested in finding out how they might get involved are welcome to contact her at connect@pamstucky.com.
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ShoreLake Arts introduces Poet Laureate at 6x6 art show
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| ShoreLake Arts Poet Laureate Rebecca Demarest |
Something new for 2026, ShoreLake Arts introduced their first ever Poet Laureate, Rebecca A. Demarest, in celebration of its 36th anniversary and just in time for the 6x6 art show.
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The new Poet Laureate position was created to celebrate the joining of words and art, create poetry to mark events and occasions, and mentor young writers in the upcoming Youth Poet Laureate position.
Poets Laureate are a long-standing tradition for organizations, political bodies, and events, dating back to Ancient Greece. The name stems from the tradition of crowning the poet with laurel leaves to mark their distinction, though in Rebecca’s case, you are more likely to find paint absent-mindedly adorning her head than laurel leaves.
Rebecca (she/her) is a local award-winning poet, author, and educator whose work has been featured on NPR, in the Saturday Evening Post, and alongside other local favorite authors such as Cat Rambo. She teaches writing at local non-profits including Clarion West and the Bureau of Fearless Ideas, as well as at local and international conferences.
Rebecca (she/her) is a local award-winning poet, author, and educator whose work has been featured on NPR, in the Saturday Evening Post, and alongside other local favorite authors such as Cat Rambo. She teaches writing at local non-profits including Clarion West and the Bureau of Fearless Ideas, as well as at local and international conferences.
The Edmonds Theater: Rocky Horror Picture Show
One week only The Rocky Horror Picture Show- Rated R
Run time 1 hour 40 and 12 min of previews
Showtimes for Saturday, October 31, 2026 to Thursday, November 5, 2026
- Saturday - 5:30pm
- Sunday - 3:00pm & 6:00pm
- Monday - Closed
- Tuesday - 6:00pm
- Wednesday - 6:00pm
- Thursday - 6:00pm
- Minors under 13 must be accompanied by an adult(21), this includes all rentals and booking a rental as well.
- No outside food or beverage is allowed.
State to receive $12.3 million from General Motors from data collection scheme
General Motors will pay $220 million to settle allegations that it illegally sold consumers’ private driver behavior data and location information to third parties, including data brokers, who then sold the data to insurance companies. For many consumers, this data was used by insurance companies in part to set insurance rates.
Washington co-led a coalition of 36 attorneys general in the case against GM, and the state will receive $12.3 million through the settlement. The settlement requires GM to obtain affirmative express consent from consumers before collecting or disclosing consumer driving and location data.
From 2016 to 2024, GM enrolled millions of drivers in their Smart Driver program, which tracked their driving habits. GM pitched this tool as a way for drivers to improve their own driving safety and told drivers that they would not share their data with insurers without express consent.
However, the AG’s investigation found that GM sold this information to data brokers under contracts that specified the data was to be used for insurance products. The data brokers sold the data to insurance companies, who could then change the driver’s premium based on their driving habits. GM did not disclose to drivers that their data would be sold for this purpose.
Most customers who signed up for Smart Driver did so at the GM dealership when they bought their car. GM used one sign-up process for drivers to enroll in Smart Driver along with GM’s OnStar services. In many cases, dealership employees allegedly accepted terms and conditions on behalf of customers without their consent.
At the time, GM was heavily incentivizing dealerships to sign up as many customers for OnStar as possible. Sales employees received bonuses based in part on how many customers signed up for GM’s connected vehicle services and dealerships were ranked based on their enrollment numbers.
GM’s own systems failed to notify drivers about whether their data was being tracked. The OnStar app mistakenly told over 370,000 drivers that they were not enrolled in Smart Driver, when they actually were enrolled and GM was collecting and selling their data. GM later quietly unenrolled these over 370,000 drivers without telling them about the mistake and left their data with the data brokers and insurance companies.
The data GM sold was personal, identifiable, and specific. Insurers had data showing how many times a person drove their vehicle, the start and end times of each drive, how many times they braked or accelerated quickly, and whether they went faster than the speed limit.
GM’s own systems failed to notify drivers about whether their data was being tracked. The OnStar app mistakenly told over 370,000 drivers that they were not enrolled in Smart Driver, when they actually were enrolled and GM was collecting and selling their data. GM later quietly unenrolled these over 370,000 drivers without telling them about the mistake and left their data with the data brokers and insurance companies.
The data GM sold was personal, identifiable, and specific. Insurers had data showing how many times a person drove their vehicle, the start and end times of each drive, how many times they braked or accelerated quickly, and whether they went faster than the speed limit.
As documented in the New York Times, insurance companies then used this information to change rates, sometimes increasing their premiums. After the Times reported on these practices, GM discontinued the Smart Driver program.
The settlement also requires GM to limit the driving data it collects from consumers and protect their personal information going forward as part of a comprehensive data privacy program. The terms secured by Washington and the coalition are significantly stronger than any other resolution reached with GM for this conduct including by mandating internal and external data protection and privacy program assessments. GM also agreed to oversight and training requirements at their dealerships to protect consumers against being enrolled in data collection schemes without their consent.
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The settlement also requires GM to limit the driving data it collects from consumers and protect their personal information going forward as part of a comprehensive data privacy program. The terms secured by Washington and the coalition are significantly stronger than any other resolution reached with GM for this conduct including by mandating internal and external data protection and privacy program assessments. GM also agreed to oversight and training requirements at their dealerships to protect consumers against being enrolled in data collection schemes without their consent.
Evergreen Washelli held its fourth annual Día de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead
Friday, October 30, 2026
Story & Photos by David Carlos
The Mexican holiday honors the lives of one’s dearly departed. It’s not meant to be scary like Halloween. It’s a festive act of love for those friends and family who have passed on. Photos, food, and personal belongings are displayed to remember them. The spirits, for their part, return to visit the living.
Walk through the rooms with me in this 3 minute video
Enter the door, and colorful banners called papel picado (punched paper) adorn the ceilings. (These, however, are made of plastic.) The intricately detailed symbols, such as skulls, signify the fragility of life.
Head straight to the main room, and two giant figures appear. They are calacas gigantes (giant skeletons).
To the left is an altar, or ofrenda. As a sign says, "An ofrenda can be large and elaborate, and is created by the family members of a person who has died. It is intended to remember the loved ones who have passed and welcome the spirit."
Keep walking. There are many smaller rooms, each offering something different.
One has a man making balloon animals, while nearby is a crafts table. A face-painting station is also available. The Disney movie "Coco" plays on a TV screen.
There's a dining area where people can sit and enjoy tamales. There's vanilla-flavored atole, a warm, creamy, milky-looking beverage made from corn masa.
A small room is even set aside for tarot card readings.
Lastly, there's a quiet room in case things get a little too loud and frenzied and you need to relax.
A woman dressed as La Catrina roams the staging area. She is dressed in an elegant white gown, her face in a skull makeup. She speaks not a word as she walks gracefully among the crowd.
The highlights of the evening are a mariachi band and ballet folklórico performances. The lively music would please anyone, living or visiting souls.
She seems eager to answer. I learn her name is Oralia. She says, "Well, I've had a lot of family members pass. Within five years, I lost three family members, so it's really dear to my heart. I also lost my parrot that I had for 48 years. So Day of the Dead helps me celebrate their life. And it's a way of me honoring them."
I ask, "Is it a sad event for you?"
Oralia says, "It's kind of a happy event because I know that they come back. Well, not them, but their souls. And I get to celebrate with them every year. You know, instead of just grieving over that they've passed."
I go to Scott Shehan, the general manager of Washelli, and ask, "Why do you think it's important for our community to host events like this?"
Scott says, "For us, it's the ability to recognize the community and such a tremendous cultural background and experience. We serve many different cultures, and this is a way to really celebrate that with Dia de Los Muertos. The community has responded so favorably that we want to be a part of it."
The atmosphere is happy and celebratory, not gloomy and scary as one might expect from talk of death. I ask Scott, "What's been the feedback from people?"
He replies, "Very, very positive. It is a happy event. And that's one of the things I really appreciate about it is that it recognizes the loss and the death that has occurred, but it is also uplifting and celebrating that life."
Outside, food trucks sell churros and tacos, adding to the festive atmosphere.
The Day of the Dead is a celebration of those who have passed on. And as the evening at Evergreen Washelli shows, the living have a pretty good time, too.
November classes at the Tool Library
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Tool Library November classes & events center on DIY skills, the holidays, and repair. This month, you can lean into the holiday spirit, get something fixed, or learn new skills. Join us in Seattle and Shoreline for some engaging learning experiences!
Class & Event Calendar: here
Customizable Email NotificationsWe offer classes at all of our Seattle REconomy locations, so make sure to double-check the location on the event page before signing up!
NE Seattle Tool Library (NESTL): 10228 Fischer Pl NE, Seattle Shoreline Tool Library (STL): 16610 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline Reuse Commons Lake City (RCLC): 12558 Lake City Way NE, Seattle |
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Our sliding scale for classes helps to reduce barriers for participation while retaining sufficient income for Seattle REconomy or our hosting partners at Reuse Commons Lake City.
Some classes are offered at a reduced rate as a part of Seattle REconomy’s Community Tool Chest fundraiser in support of expanding programming to our new Lake City location.
All classes in Seattle REconomy’s Shoreline Sustainable Skill Series (S4) are offered at a reduced rate. Funding for this series has been provided, in full or in part, by the City of Shoreline City Hall.
If cost is a concern, we encourage you to contact us at info@seattlereconomy.org to discuss options.
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Classes at Reuse Commons Lake City are supported by the Seattle Office of Economic Development (OED) and Seattle Public Utilities (SPU)
University of Washington School of Drama proudly presents Phèdre
The production runs November 5 – 15, 2026.
PHÈDRE
Written by Jean Racine, translated by Ted Hughes
Directed by UW Drama MFA student Sebastián Bravo Montenegro
November 5 – 15, 2026
Meany Studio Theatre,
University of Washington, Seattle
A forbidden love tests a royal family
Phèdre is a queen and a mother who has been cursed by the Gods. She receives news that the king, Theseus, is dead. Encouraged by her lady-in-waiting, Oenone, and fueled by her own feelings, Phèdre confesses to the King’s son and heir, Hippolytus, that she is in love with him.
Soon after, King Theseus returns, alive and well, setting off a series of unforeseen consequences.
Performance Schedule:
Tickets: $10 - $23
Ticketing inquiries: ticket@uw.edu
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“Phédre is a continuation of my fascination with heightened emotional states,” says director Sebastián Bravo Montenegro.
“As an artist, I am in search of a muscular performance that feels dangerous, off-balance, present, and alive. For me, Racine’s characters provide us the opportunity of witnessing a person navigate these immense waves of emotions in real-time.”
Performance Schedule:
- Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 7:30pm
- Friday, November 6, 2026, at 7:30pm
- Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 7:30pm
- Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 2:00pm
- Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 7:30pm
- Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 7:30pm
- Friday, November 13, 2026, at 7:30pm
- Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 7:30pm
- Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 2:00pm
Tickets: $10 - $23
Ticketing inquiries: ticket@uw.edu
Trunk or Treat at Calvin Church Halloween night October 31, 2026
Join us at Calvin Church's annual Trunk or Treat celebration on Halloween night from 6 to 8pm.
We'll have plenty of candy, activities for the kids, and chili and cider in the Fellowship Hall.
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Letter to the Editor: I want to invest in my community
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I sometimes feel grouchy about our city’s decisions. When the last pool closed, I was upset that it couldn’t be saved (and a little doubtful that was really true.) I am also keenly aware that Shoreline residents already pay a lot of taxes (I’m also thankful for that: I am a teacher).
Yet I am also, more than ever, grateful for my small local government working to help our community. As a second grade teacher I have also been teaching my class about communities. We sing a song about taxes and government. “Taxes pay for the government, for school and parks, pools and libraries.” It feels like a gift to talk with students about these ideas. When we have talked about pools, I always have a couple kids pipe up “I have a pool” or “I go to Innis Arden” and then we talk about how not everyone does, or can.
Pools are so beneficial to communities. Swimming lessons are a safety necessity for our community; water exercises for seniors are vital. We have neighboring public pools but who knows when Seattle (or other communities) will need to close those. We need our own.
This project is expensive. Regretfully, I think I might have voted against the last one. I think I thought it was too big and fancy. But I am definitely voting for this project. This project is scaled down. It won’t get any cheaper. I want to invest in my community and contribute to a project that will benefit future kids and families.
I hope you will join me in voting yes,
Mary Anne Thomas
Shoreline
Please Donate Blood in November -- Your Neighbors Thank You
By Tom Petersen
Mobile blood drives were created by Dr. Charles Drew during World War II, and America's ability to collect large quantities proved decisive.
Dr. Drew then invented the bloodmobile, and such vehicles have been a part of Bloodworks Northwest's operations since 1955.
In November, with Veteran's Day and Thanksgiving two weeks apart, donating blood is a great way to honor those who have served the country, protect those still on active duty, and do a good turn for our friends and neighbors in need.
- On Veteran's day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026 Global Credit is sponsoring the bloodmobile in the Edmonds Safeway parking lot, 23632 Hwy 99, Edmonds, open from 9am to 3pm.
- Next, on Saturday, November 14 sees one mobile unit in Richmond Beach from 9 to 3 in front of the Shoreline Fire Safety Center, at the corner of Richmond Beach Road and 20th Ave NW, while another will be at the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center, 19509 64th Ave W, Lynnwood, also from 9 to 3.
- For those able to range east, the bloodmobile will be in front of the Northshore School District Administration Center 3330 Monte Villa Pkwy, Bothell, on Monday, November 16 from 9 to 3 . . . or pass the word!
- Another two-fer occurs on Monday, November 23, when Bloodworks will be set up at the Edmonds Yacht Club, 326 Admiral Way, down by the shore, and up the hill at Providence Swedish Hospital, 21601 76th Ave W, Edmonds, from 9 to 3.
- A day later, on Tuesday, November 24, the crew returns to Edmonds from 9:30 to 3:30 at the Waterfront Center, 220 Railroad Ave. These drives just before Thanksgiving are crucial because they prepare the area for the long holiday season, where donations often decline and needs rise.
- The day before Thanksgiving, Wednesday, November 25, a bloodmobile will be at Lake Forest Park Town Center at the intersection of Bothell & Ballinger Way, from 9 to 3. The day after Thanksgiving, Friday, November 27, the crew will be at Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave W, Mountlake Terrace on special "late" hours: 11 am to 5 pm.
Appointments are recommended for all Bloodworks mobile events, those walk-ups are welcome on a space-available basis.
Public Hearing on the Shoreline 2027-2028 Biennial Budget November 2, 2026
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By Kathleen Russell
Public Hearing on the Shoreline 2027-2028 Biennial Budget will take place on Monday, November 2, 2026, at 7pm at Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N. Meeting agenda here. Public Hearing and Council discussion will include the 2027-2028 Biennial Budget, the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), 2027 regular and excess property tax levies, impact fee schedules, and fee schedules.
Department budgets were presented to Council on October 19 and a review of the 2027-2032 CIP was presented on October 26.
In addition to Council discussion at presentations, Councilmembers have submitted questions to the Q/A Matrix which includes responses by City staff. Council Questions Matrix 10/19/26. An updated Q/A Matrix will be posted to the Council agenda end of day on November 2.
At the Public Hearing on November 2, written comments may be submitted to Council by 4pm, and in-person or Zoom public comments may be made during the Public Hearing. Public Comment for Council Meetings. Link to Zoom. All comments are part of public record.
Coming up on November 16: Adoption of the impact fee schedules, to be placed on the consent calendar, is on the Council agenda on November 16. An additional Public Hearing on budgets, the CIP, fees, and salary schedules will be held on November 16.
More information here: 2027-2028 Biennial Budget and 2027-2028 CIP
Weekend and seven-day eastbound lane closures in Kenmore
When
- Weekend lane closures: 6pm Nov. 6 through 6am Nov. 9.
- Weekday bus-only lane closure hours: 6am Nov. 9 through 6am Nov. 16.
- Other roadway work hours: Monday – Friday, 9am – 3pm
- SR 522 (NE Bothell Way) between 60th Ave NE and 73rd Ave NE.
Crews need these temporary closures to pour and cure the concrete bus pads that Stride buses will stop on when picking up and dropping off riders. This work is weather-dependent and may be rescheduled to a later date.
Crews will temporarily close the eastbound bus-only lane and one eastbound general traffic lane on Friday, Nov. 6 at 6pm to prepare for weekend concrete bus pad pours at Stride stations. After the concrete bus pads are poured, crews will remove the eastbound general lane closure around work areas. The eastbound bus-only lane will remain closed through 6am Monday, Nov. 16 to prevent cars and buses from driving over the concrete bus pads while they harden.
Traffic patterns will change during weekend construction. Buses will merge into general-purpose traffic lanes to bypass the work. Temporary bus stops will remain accessible. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians should follow posted signs and plan for extra travel time.
Riders and drivers will still be able to make right turns in and out of businesses and residences on SR 522 (NE Bothell Way) between 61st Ave NE and 73rd Ave NE. All businesses and residences will remain open and accessible.
For more information on Stride S3 bus service, visit the Stride webpage.
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Crews will temporarily close the eastbound bus-only lane and one eastbound general traffic lane on Friday, Nov. 6 at 6pm to prepare for weekend concrete bus pad pours at Stride stations. After the concrete bus pads are poured, crews will remove the eastbound general lane closure around work areas. The eastbound bus-only lane will remain closed through 6am Monday, Nov. 16 to prevent cars and buses from driving over the concrete bus pads while they harden.
Traffic patterns will change during weekend construction. Buses will merge into general-purpose traffic lanes to bypass the work. Temporary bus stops will remain accessible. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians should follow posted signs and plan for extra travel time.
Riders and drivers will still be able to make right turns in and out of businesses and residences on SR 522 (NE Bothell Way) between 61st Ave NE and 73rd Ave NE. All businesses and residences will remain open and accessible.
For more information on Stride S3 bus service, visit the Stride webpage.
Shorewood's Eli Graves nominated for Herald Athlete of the Week
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Elijah "Eli" Graves - Shorewood boys cross country, has been nominated for Herald Athlete of the Week for October 18-24, 2026
The senior won the Wesco 3A/2A South boys cross country title, finishing with the fastest time among all Wesco runners on October 24.
He is currently 2nd in the voting.
PSE strengthens grid for stormy weather, urges customers to prepare as clocks fall back
BELLEVUE, Wash. – Fall is firmly underway, winter is on our horizon and it’s time to set back your clocks. Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is encouraging customers to take steps now to prepare for cold temperatures, storms and emergencies
From strong windstorms and heavy rainfall to freezing temperatures and snow, Pacific Northwest Weather can create challenges for homes, roads and the electric grid. Fall and winter are also good times to explore ways to increase home energy efficiency and manage energy costs. PSE offers rebates on qualifying energy-efficient appliances and home upgrades, as well as bill assistance programs for eligible customers.
Customers can learn more about available rebates at pse.com/rebates and see whether they qualify for assistance programs at PSE.com/GetHelp. Customers interested in saving money through saving energy can check out our demand response programs at PSE.com/flex
Throughout the year, PSE invests millions in strengthening and modernizing its energy systems to improve reliability and reduce outages for customers. In 2025 alone, PSE teams inspected more than 30,000 poles on our 27,000 miles of line, completed 20 substation reliability projects and replaced 104 miles of aging cable.
“As we prepare for winter, our teams are ready to respond when weather-related outages occur,” said Ryan Murphy, vice president of Gas and Electric Operations. “Investments in maintenance, vegetation management, grid modernization and infrastructure upgrades are helping us build a stronger, more resilient energy system for our customers.”
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| PSE worker restoring power after winter storm Photo courtesy PSE |
Although PSE works year-round to strengthen the grid and restore services as quickly, and safely, as possible following outages – severe weather can still cause interruptions. Depending on the extent of damage and weather conditions, some outages may last several hours or longer. Customers are encouraged to make a preparedness plan before storms arrive.
Storm preparedness essentials:
- Stock emergency supplies for both home and vehicle use, including extra batteries, flashlights, and non-perishable food items
- Ensure you have a battery-powered or hand-crank radio available for emergency broadcasts
- Charge all cell phones, portable battery packs, and mobile devices before storms arrive
- Limit refrigerator and freezer access during outages – a closed refrigerator stays cold for up to 12 hours
- Turn off lights and unplug appliances and sensitive electronics such as computers to prevent circuit overloads when service is restored. Leave one light on to signal when power returns
- Download the myPSE app to track and report outages, monitor restoration progress, and receive estimated repair times, or visit pse.com/outagemap
- Access additional preparation tips and power restoration information here.
- Never approach or touch downed power lines – stay at least 35 feet away as they may be energized. Contact PSE at 1-888-225-5773 or 911 to report hazards. Find out what to do about downed lines here.
- Never bring outdoor grills indoors for cooking. Do not use natural gas ranges for heating or charcoal as an indoor heat source, as these can cause deadly carbon monoxide poisoning
- If using a portable generator, follow all manufacturer safety instructions carefully. Never operate generators indoors or in enclosed spaces to prevent carbon monoxide buildup
- When using portable heaters, maintain safe distances from furniture, drapes, and other flammable materials
- Always rely on flashlights rather than candles for emergency lighting
Judge blocks unlawful federal implementation of Medicaid work requirements
A judge blocked the federal government’s unlawful implementation of new Medicaid work requirements that would have made it even harder for people with challenging medical conditions to get the healthcare they need, delivering a victory to Washington and a multistate coalition that brought the case in June 2026.
The U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts found the administration’s implementation of new Medicaid work requirements under the Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) was unlawful. The rule adopted a new interpretation of key terms like “medically frail,” making it harder for medically vulnerable individuals to be excused from the work requirements.
“Our state is healthier, safer, and more productive when everyone can get the care they need,” said Attorney General Nick Brown.
“We will continue to defend Medicaid as the federal government uses bureaucracy and red tape to try to deny Washingtonians the care they deserve.”
Witchie's heading for Gnashville
Thursday, October 29, 2026
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| Photo courtesy Ridgecrest Halloween |
Witchie's heading for Gnashville
I wrote a song, it's something to hear.
I should be in Gnashville by this time next year.
If I could take you long distance I would
To help get my song on a record so good.
But no one will finance my simple request
And a trip on a broomstick is bumpy at best.
But watch out, Gnashville, I'm on my way!
When I swoop on your stoop please ask me to stay.
I'll be weaving my way through the air waves, you see.
It's a long way, but airplay will do it for me.
Please be advised there may be a delay,
My broom stick's a witch craft with no ETA.
I'll be airborne, so watch out for me.
When I'm in your flight path believe what you see!
Not an orbiting missile or space debris,
And I don't have advanced technology.
Dressed in my cowgirl witch boots and witch hat,
Packing a radar-ready bat and warm cat,
It won't be Earhart or Lindbergh on horse.
It's Witchie heading for Gnashville, a little off course.
Witchie Westberg (AKA Vicki Westberg) 1989
Daylight Saving Time
Prepare yourselves.
This Saturday is not only Halloween, it's the night we change our clocks again.
Spring forward - Fall back - so we gain the hour we lost in the spring.
Amtrak published a notice about its train to Canada. The trip is listed as four hours one direction, two hours the other, and the trip actually takes three hours.
World War II was a very long time ago. Seems like it's time (yes) to make a decision to leave the clocks alone.
But we would probably spend 50 years arguing about whether to go back to standard time or stay on daylight time.
And don't forget there may be clocks in your home that will not update themselves. Microwave, oven, coffee pot, the decorative clock on the wall - we'll find out on Sunday.
--Diane Hettrick
Climate Conversation explored next steps in restoring salmon to our local streams
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| Dr. Jeff Jensen |
The third LFP Climate Hub Climate Conversation, “Salmon Stories: Past, Present and Future,” explored this question.
There is no easy answer. Restoring salmon requires coordinated work by local, county, state and federal agencies, along with community groups, neighborhoods and individuals.
Dr. Jeffrey Jensen illustrated these challenges by describing the salmon journey through the locks, Lake Washington and the slough to Lake Sammamish. At the locks, sea lions feed on returning salmon.
Those that pass through the fish ladder face warmer water. To help, the Muckleshoot Tribe is trucking some fish from the locks to cooler streams. In Lake Washington, salmon face a “lake squeeze”: warm water above and oxygen-poor water below leave a narrow layer of suitable habitat.
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| Evan Lewis |
Outdated stream culverts are another barrier to salmon restoration. Evan Lewis of King County shared a map showing hundreds of culverts on private, city and other public property.
Plans call for replacing round, corrugated-steel culverts with box culverts that more closely resemble natural stream bottoms. This is a long-term project, and the county is prioritizing replacements that will have the greatest impact.
Lake Forest Park has two of these newer culverts: one in the town center near Weeping Willow Park and another on Ballinger Way at 35th Avenue NE. Residents may remember the lengthy construction.
Lake Forest Park has two of these newer culverts: one in the town center near Weeping Willow Park and another on Ballinger Way at 35th Avenue NE. Residents may remember the lengthy construction.
The work required diverting streams, detouring traffic, rebuilding the roadbed and replanting nearby areas. Cost is also a factor.
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| Ken Feathers |
Ken Feathers described how climate conditions have affected stream health over time. He shared a StoryMap showing local changes in temperature and tree canopy cover.
When complete, this searchable resource will explain how climate change affects local salmon habitat and what local groups are doing to restore salmon.
A next step is to turn this climate conversation into action: remove barriers, protect stream habitat and support local restoration efforts. Agencies, tribes, community groups and residents all have a part to play.
A next step is to turn this climate conversation into action: remove barriers, protect stream habitat and support local restoration efforts. Agencies, tribes, community groups and residents all have a part to play.
There is no single fix. But joining the LFP Climate Hub, the Lake Forest Park Stewardship Foundation, StreamKeepers, Salmon Watchers can help reconnect salmon with the habitat they need.
The future of salmon in our local creeks depends on the choices and commitments we make.
Read more...
--Sarah Phillips
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