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Phinney Farmers Market Returns Friday for Opening Day of the 2026 Season

The Phinney Farmers Market returns this Friday, June 5, kicking off another season of fresh produce, local food, family activities, and community gathering in PhinneyWood. The market takes place every […]

Early-bird Summer Beer Taste tickets now on sale

Early-bird tickets for the PNA’s Summer Beer Taste: Beer Cup 2026 are now on sale! Save $5 off regular ticket prices from now until June 10. Also, new this year […]

King County Transportation District nears finalizing new sales tax

Board members agree cities should receive a portion of the $100 million in expected revenue, but are now debating minimum and maximum amounts.

Taproot Theatre offers Summer Acting Camps for young performers in PhinneyWood

Families looking for creative summer activities for kids and teens can now register for summer acting camps and classes at Taproot Theatre Company, with a special offer available for new […]

World Cup vs. Seattle area traffic | Cartoon by Frank Shiers

This cartoon by Frank Shiers references how road construction will be limited when the World Cup comes to town.

Final 2 victims recovered from site of southwest WA mill implosion

The two remaining victims who went missing after a chemical tank implosion in Longview, Washington earlier this week have been recovered, raising the confirmed death toll to 11.

L7’s last North American hurrah isn’t about nostalgia

“The cost of a tour bus is like a down payment on a house.”

Sip into summer with two special wine events at Doe Bay Wine Co.

Wine lovers have a pair of exciting opportunities coming up at Doe Bay Wine Co. in PhinneyWood, featuring visiting winemakers, new releases, and some exceptional summer sipping. Meet Washington Winemaker […]

Local businesses urged to apply for federal flood funds by June 10

In the wake of the damage caused by the Dec. 2026 atmospheric rivers and flooding, it is important to remember that June 10 is the deadline for those impacted by these events to apply for federal assistance programs, including the Small Business Administration, which are loans that can by applied to personal or business-related losses not covered by insurance or FEMA funding.

Maps available and Drag Queen Confirmed for this Saturday’s Rainbow Hop

Devereaux Royale, who will be at the Greenwood Library at 11am this Saturday. Over 50 businesses and organizations are ready for you and your family for this year’s 13th Annual […]