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FOLLOWUP: Here’s when West Seattle (Admiral) Library’s three-month closure to install air conditioning will start

(Photo from spl.org) Back in March, we reported that the West Seattle (Admiral) Library was preparing for a three-month closure this year to install long-awaited air conditioning. The start date has just been announced, in a message to local library users: The Seattle Public Library’s West Seattle Branch (2306 42nd Ave. SW) will be closed […]

BIZNOTE FOLLOWUP: Grand opening Saturday for West Seattle expansion of NW Fitness Project

(Photo courtesy Northwest Fitness Project) When Thunder Road Guitars (WSB sponsor) announced its plan to move to The Admiral District, proprietor Frank Gross also said he already had a tenant for the old TRG site in Morgan Junction – NW Fitness Project, which we first heard from a year ago when they were considering a […]

SUMMER FEST: Is your local business planning something special?Tell us!

While West Seattle Summer Fest features many visiting vendors, the year-round West Seattle Junction merchants are at the heart of the festival – which started decades ago as a “sidewalk sale” for businesses, and continues as a festival presented by the merchants’ association. We’ll again be reporting on Summer Fest on-site all weekend, based at […]

REVIEW | In Hillman City, a Menu that Spotlights Northern Mexico Includes a Surprise: Hot Dogs

Sweet Mary’s Cherries — New neighborhood fruit stand pops up on Capitol Hill’s 15th Ave E

There’s a new neighborhood fruit stand on 15th Ave E bringing some of the goodness of the Yakima Valley to Capitol Hill. A seasonal ...

Summer Fest Eve, Art Walk, more for your West Seattle Thursday!

(Newest image from SDOT camera at California/Alaska) The Junction is at the heart of everything tonight, getting ready for West Seattle Summer Fest, and that’s part of our highlight list, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you’ll find even more – thanks to everyone who sends events for us to share!): THURSDAY […]

No joke: Capitol Hill comedy club to close without new buyer

Two veterans of the Seattle comedy scene are looking for new energy and ownership for a Capitol Hill club. 15th Ave E? It’s kind of a funny place for comedy. Husband and husband team Rick Taylor and Chris Ferguson opened Club … Continue reading →

Citing fears about the Millionaire’s Tax, Hollingsworth proposes slicing back mayor’s early education spending priorities

Seattle City Council president and District 3 representative Joy Hollingsworth is proposing slicing back some key initiatives backed by Mayor Katie Wilson in the spending plan $1.3 billion voter-approved Families and Education levy. Wednesday, Hollingsworth introduced a series of proposed amendments … Continue reading →

SPORTS: Arbor Heights Swim and Tennis Club’s visiting coach arrives to level up your tennis skills

Interested in – or already playing – tennis? The Arbor Heights Swim and Tennis Club asked us to share this opportunity with you: (Pictured left to right are Youth Coaches and Tennis Pros: Mason, Nick, Siggy, Caerwyn, Clara, Honora) If you’re looking to start or refine tennis skills, or meet other tennis players, look no […]

Primetime Emmy Awards 2026: See The Full List Of Nominees

The 78th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards nominations have been unveiled, setting the stage for a notable contest in the Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series category between Lisa Kudrow and Jean Smart. Apple TV's 'Widow's Bay' emerged as a significant contender, securing 19 nominations.

Trump Seeks Do-Overs At A Supreme Court That Rarely Grants Them

President Donald Trump has vowed to seek a rehearing from the U.S. Supreme Court regarding its 6-3 decision that invalidated his executive order on birthright citizenship, a move constitutional law experts deem highly improbable. Concurrently, Trump's legal team filed for a rehearing after the Supreme Court denied his appeal concerning a $5 million verdict in a defamation case involving E. Jean Carroll, with lower courts subsequently rejecting requests to delay the payment.

For GLP-1 Users, Healthy Living Starts With Daily Habits

The emergence of GLP-1 medications as a prominent tool in weight management, initially developed for diabetes treatment, has prompted health experts to emphasize a broader approach to wellness. While effective, these medications are presented as one element within a comprehensive strategy, with sustained health outcomes contingent upon integrating nutrient-dense diets, consistent physical activity, adequate sleep, and effective stress management into daily routines.