Most travelers on Interstate 5 probably don’t know what they’ve been passed at 70 mph when they pass Chehalis and Centralia, halfway between Seattle and Portland.
Although they generally just make the news when that area floods — most recently in 2007 — rich history continues to run through their streets.
Mandy McKay loves to talk about her wedding. She was married last August, in an outdoor ceremony at the Wine & Roses Country Estate in Auburn, Wash.
All the staples of a typical wedding occurred: Mandy floated down the aisle on the arm of her father, in a long, white gown with a sweetheart neckline, carrying a bouquet of fuchsia roses.
Last year, Northwest Auctions partner Paul Thomas auctioned off Rick’s Nightclub in the Lake City neighborhood. This year, he hopes to balance the scale by auctioning off a partially built church on Wednesday, Feb. 1.
The Washington State Redistricting Commission formalized the state’s legislative district boundaries in a recent report to the state Legislature, confirming that Madison Park will remain within the 43rd Legislative District.
Seattle will celebrate its 18th-annual Neighbor Appreciation Day, a day to reach out to neighbors, create new friends and express thanks to those who help make your neighborhood a great place to live.
Occupy protestors apparently targeted the Wells Fargo branch in Madison Park, at 4009 E. Madison St., as someone had spray-painted its front doors overnight on Jan. 29. Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Small, local businesses are saving money and improving the environment with the help of a new Seattle Public Utilities (SPU)... Tuesday, December 20, 2011
February is American Heart Month, and while many people will talk about heart disease and stroke, there are other heart conditions that people may not even know they have.
It’s not surprising that the beginning of each new year finds me reviewing my life and looking forward to the changes I want to see... Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Living as a single person in a close-knit neighborhood like Madison Park requires a certain stratagem. A single person studies the cast of players at the local pubs, coffee shops, bakery or restaurants, narrowing the field. Each venue provides a unique setting, showcasing a personality.
Unconditional love. Eternal gratitude. Joy expressed in wagging tails and purrs. A warm, soft body to cuddle with. A simple lifestyle. Facial expressions that reflect our every mood. Kisses whenever we want them. These are but a few of the wonderful things our pet companions bring into our lives.
For some, the bell has already tolled; for others, clouds are on the way.
Many Seattle restaurants are expected to suffer in 2012 from mandated sick leave for workers, as well as the highest minimum wage in the country: $9.04 an hour.
The Washington Public Market and Wine Cellars has opened in Snohomish, providing yet another good reason to visit this charming, old city on the river.
Here’s an efficient antidote to the post-holiday blues: Get on Interstate 5, point your car north and drive an hour to see... Wednesday, December 28, 2011
This is the perfect time of the year to briefly reflect on our garden experiences of the last year and start the plotting and planning... Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Seattle is fortunate: Forbes Magazine predicted we would have a strong, early recovery from the recession, and it looks like Forbes was right. The magazine also forecast the recovery would be sustained for a number of years due in part to our strong jobs market.
As I write this, the garden is a frozen wasteland, with more snow in the forecast and thoughts of garden pleasures far away. The only thing that gets me outside is our dog, who lets me know when she needs a walk. I turn to thoughts of shelter.
Baseball and softball players are gearing up and getting ready for the upcoming season of Seattle Central Little League (SCLL), which runs from mid-March to late June.
More than two years ago, William Hernandez, a 14-year old from Hidalgo, Mexico, arrived with his younger brother, Riccardo... Tuesday, January 17, 2012
