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City Cast Seattle
about 4 hours
Will Queer/Bar Closing Hurt the Drag Scene? Plus, 43rd District Endorsements and World Cup Joy
Today on the podcast, Jane is joined by contributor Hannah Krieg and CHUM’s Adam Williams to talk about the news that Queer/Bar is being sold to the owners of the Cuff, and what that means for Seattle’s drag performance scene. They also talk about Hannah Sabio-Howell getting the endorsement for the 43rd District Democrats over longtime incumbent Jamie Pedersen, and the good vibes and joy that Seattle is experiencing from the World Cup, as well as other good news. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 23rd episode: Woodland Park Zoo Seattle Restored Washington State Fair Argosy Cruises Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
Fremont Neighbor
about 16 hours
Solstice Parade and Fremont Fair photo recap
The weather was gorgeous for this year’s Solstice Parade. Images above by Alyson Teeter, J. Baker, and Nathan Dolliver. Images below courtesy of Evan Kennedy (https://www.instagram.com/emk.images/).
City Cast Seattle
1 day
The Croc's New Owner, the Lenin Statue's Wild Origin, and What's Happening at 12th and Jackson
Today on the podcast, host Jane C. Hu and producer Liam Billingham sit down with the new owner of The Crocodile, Comedy Tent’s managing director, Chris Copen to ask all about the future of The Crocodile. They dig into plans for the smaller stages, and what 1,000 survey responses in under an hour from Seattleites says about how much this city cares about our arts venues. Then, contributor Marcus Harrison Green joins to unpack Mayor Katie Wilson's new crackdown at 12th and Jackson — and whether it will have a real impact. Plus: the surprisingly wild history of Fremont's Lenin statue and our listeners shout out some of their favorite spots around town in our Monday Mailbag. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
Fremont Neighbor
2 days
What neighbors love about Solstice
Norm’s Doggie Bowl chalkboard, found recently at Ballard Reuse and brought back to Fremont. Saturday it collected Fremont’s answer to a question: What do you love about Solstice? “I the people of Fremont.” “THE TREES! SAVE THEM” “We miss its scarf guy.” “Celebrating the fun, funky freedom of Fremont.”
Fremont Neighbor
2 days
A small dinosaur stampede returns to Fremont
Fremont Neighbor started collecting toy dinosaurs last week to revive a Solstice tradition we missed: The Dinosaur Toast. Once a fixture of Upper Fremont, the toast disappeared when the neighbor and organizer moved away. (If you have dinos to donate for next year, please email us!)
Fremont Neighbor
4 days
Lost cat Grasshopper found safe, Fremont gets a Thank You
A lost cat named Grasshopper turned a stretch of light poles in lower Fremont into a small lesson in neighborliness this week, capped off by a hand-lettered “FOUND!!!” sign thanking the whole community. Pat, who lives in lower Fremont, put up flyers as soon as Grasshopper went missing. Pat said the response from neighbors was […]
Fremont Neighbor
5 days
A.B. Ernst Park Addition breaks ground in July
Construction on the A.B. Ernst Park Addition begins next month, bringing the long-delayed project one step closer to completion. Seattle Parks and Recreation has hired Wyser Construction to handle the work. The final design reflects years of community feedback. The embankment slide and hill climb will transform the site’s natural slope into a play destination […]
City Cast Seattle
5 days
How Can We Make Seattle Streets Safer for Cyclists? Plus, the Futures of Harborview and Harbor Island
Today on the podcast, Jane C. Hu is joined by contributors Ryan Packer and Chase Hutchinson to discuss some of their recent work. The trio discusses the latest from Ryan on Harborview Hospital’s expansion, and how costs have pushed its opening by 3 years. They also talk about the recent death of Maridee Bonadea, a 76-year-old cyclist who was struck in West Seattle, and how we can make Seattle streets safer. Finally, Chase brings the news that Harbor Island Studios has been saved for one more year, but the future is uncertain. Finally, in our Neighbors-only bonus, Sam, Liam, and Jane talk about their weekend plans, which, for some reason, include egging Liam’s house? Learn more about the sponsors of this June 18th episode: Washington State Fair Seattle Art Museum Argosy Cruises Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
City Cast Seattle
6 days
No James Beard Wins, a New Spider Just Dropped, and Is JumpStart Bad for Downtown?
Today on the podcast, host Jane C. Hu chats with contributor Brett Hamil and producer Sam J Leeds to dig deeper into Seattle's six-year James Beard Award drought. Jane asks what it says about the city’s restaurant scene and whether the city's best food might just be flying under the radar. The three also dig into the World Cup energy transforming downtown Seattle, what the Downtown Seattle Association's new economic report is arguing about the JumpStart tax, and the Seattle Social Housing Developer plans to open another 1670 units over the next 5 years. Plus, a Yakama Nation naming ceremony for a newly discovered spider in the Columbia River Gorge. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Washington State Fair Seattle Art Museum Argosy Cruises Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
Fremont Neighbor
7 days
Kindergarteners are running a plant stand near the Troll
The Woodland Park Cooperative School’s kindergarten class has set up a farm stand outside their junkyard playground at the Fremont Baptist Church, just a block from the Troll. They’re selling plant starts they grew themselves. The sign out front reads, “Passive Income for ACTIVE Children.” Proceeds will fund a building project of the kindergarteners’ choosing, […]
City Cast Seattle
7 days
What Do Starbucks Employees Think of Mayor Wilson? Plus, Summer Asian ArtsFest Starts Today
Today on the podcast, host Jane C. Hu is joined by performer and producer Matt Dela Cruz from Pork Filled Productions to talk about Summer Asian ArtsFest. They talk through what Seattle can expect from the festival, how the organization is looking to build community, and the challenges of being an Asian artist in Seattle right now. After that, Jane is joined by contributor Hannah Krieg and producer Liam Billingham to talk about Katie Wilson’s Blueberry Latte-gate and how being a mayor is different from being a candidate. Finally, the trio talk about the good news they’ve been hearing from all over town. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 16th episode: Washington State Fair Seattle Art Museum Argosy Cruises Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
Fremont Neighbor
8 days
Seattle Public Schools announces decision on Lincoln High School athletic field
By Elizabeth Connolly After months of debate and advocacy from both the school and neighborhood communities, Seattle Public Schools (SPS) has announced its decision to move forward with building an athletic field for Lincoln High School. Parents of LHS students received an email on Wednesday, June 10th, from Superintendent Ben Shuldiner, who had announced the […]