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“West Shore.” Photo courtesy of SIFF
SIFF reviews: “West Shore,” “Evergreens” and “Dear Aloha”
By Bailey Josie • June 5, 2025 10:15 am

A canoe journey to the 2023 Paddle to Muckleshoot and a vintage SUV road trip from Spokane explore Washington state in all directions.

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"Wolf Land." Photo courtesy of SIFF.
SIFF reviews: “Wolf Lands” and “Suburban Fury”
By Bailey Josie • May 28, 2025 11:35 am

From Washington gray wolves to the woman who tried to assassinate a U.S. President, these Washington docs are must-sees.

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”Monarch City.” Photo courtesy of SIFF
SIFF reviews: “Monarch City” and “BLKNWS: Terms Conditions”
By Bailey Josie • May 21, 2025 5:00 pm

51st Seattle International Film Festival includes films with a Northwest connection.

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Renton, Bellevue among cities of possible measles exposure
By Bailey Josie • May 13, 2025 8:48 pm

For those possibly exposed to measles between April 30 and May 3, the most likely time to become sick would be between May 7 and 24.

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A house in Issaquah was damaged by fallen trees during November’s bomb cyclone. (Courtesy of King County Councilmember Sarah Perry’s office)
FEMA denies funds to WA for damage caused...
By Bailey Josie • April 14, 2025 3:00 pm

Gov. Bob Ferguson says federal funds are needed to address $34 million in damage caused by the storm, and that the state will appeal.

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A man places his ballot into the drop box outside Federal Way City Hall. Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
SAVE Act could disenfranchise millions of voters
By Bailey Josie • April 11, 2025 5:35 pm

Congressman reports law could cost Washingtonians over $361 million just to register to vote.

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Sumo Dog’s The Godzilla was the favorite of the day at the Menu Preview Day. Photo by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing
Hall of Fame-worthy ballpark eats at T-Mobile Park...
By Bailey Josie • March 24, 2025 4:15 pm

The Mariners Menu Preview Day brought local cuisine and legendary baseball dedications to the 2025 season, with opening day on March 27.

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Looking out over Cell 8 during the fall 2024 public tour of the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Where will all the waste go? King County’s...
By Bailey Josie • January 10, 2025 7:00 am

Cedar Hills Regional Landfill receives about 1 million tons of waste a year.

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Image courtesy of Advocacy for Mercer Island PTA Council.
Education leaders to meet with legislators for school...
By Bailey Josie • December 30, 2024 1:30 pm

On Jan. 8, education leaders and PTAs from Mercer Island, Renton, Bellevue, Issaquah and Lake Washington will discuss shortfalls in educational funding from the state.

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Mount Rainier National Park has around 2 million visitors a year. Image courtesy the National Park Service
The mountain is out and it tells cold...
By Bailey Josie • December 25, 2024 7:00 am

Data shows that since 2007, Mount Rainier has become the second most dangerous National Park in the winter.

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Courtesy of the Grand Kyiv Ballet.
Ukraine’s most prestigious dancers bring ‘The Nutcracker’ to...
By Bailey Josie • December 16, 2024 1:15 pm

On Sunday, Dec. 22, the Grand Kyiv Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” will showcase the most prestigious ballet dancers from Ukraine.

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The Lummi Nation provided three colorful shawls during the MMIWP Task Force Summit in September, with turquoise representing human trafficking, purple representing overdoses (“losing our people from fentanyl”) and red representing murdered and missing Indigenous women — all crises that affect North American Natives and Tribes. The summit started with an opening ceremony with words from Lummi Tribal Chair Anthony Hillaire, Lummi Indian Business Council Secretary Lisa Wilson and a Shawl Ceremony with Lhaq’temish singers. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
Working toward justice for the missing and murdered...
By Bailey Josie • November 28, 2024 7:30 am

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People (MMIWP) Task Force Summit highlights progress as well as shortcomings.

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Team Survivor Northwest hike to Twin Lakes in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Courtesy photo.
Team Survivor Northwest leads hiking adventures for women...
By Bailey Josie • October 6, 2024 7:00 am

“It’s so wonderful connecting with all these women,” said breast cancer survivor Jennifer Dovey.

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My first Marble Queen Pothos, named Frida. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Plants are the new pets: Bringing some lively...
By Bailey Josie • September 21, 2024 9:30 am

For people who may be new to house plants or those who want a way to help spruce up their living space, here are a few tips.

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Southbound I-405 through Renton will be closed late Friday evening to early Monday morning. Courtesy of WSDOT.
Southbound I-405 in Renton closed for the weekend
By Bailey Josie • September 19, 2024 3:17 pm

For the second weekend in a row, expect delays and detours when traveling around Renton.

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Gamers face off in a match of “Tekken” at PAX. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
PAX West: Highlighting local games, charities
By Bailey Josie • September 18, 2024 4:50 pm

It has been 20 years since the Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) first made landfall in the Pacific Northwest. Since then,…

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In an effort to strengthen King County’s cultural sector and increasing public access to arts, heritage, science, public art and historic preservation education and experiences, 4Culture and Doors Open will bring funding to local non-profit organizations in 2025 and beyond. Susan Point. “Northwind Fishing Weir Legend”, 1997. Carved and painted cedar with cast concrete. Green River Trail, Tukwila, WA. King County Public Art Collection. Photo: joefreemanjunior.com
Doors Open brings millions of dollars to arts...
By Bailey Josie • September 2, 2024 1:30 pm

With a minimum of 25% of funding to go to areas outside of Seattle, Doors Open will strengthen public acces to art, heritage, science and historic preservation.

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9th Congressional District Rep. Adam Smith, 8th Congressional District Rep. Kim Schrier, 1st Congressional District Rep. Suzan DelBene and U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell are among Democrats from Washington state who support President Joe Biden’s decision to stop his re-election campaign. Courtesy photos
WA Democrat leaders ‘applaud’ Biden for dropping out...
By Bailey Josie • July 22, 2024 12:30 pm

Smith, Schrier, DelBene and Cantwell released statements in support of President Biden’s Sunday decision to no longer seek re-election.

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U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D) represents the 9th Congressional District, which includes multiple cities in King County. File photo
Congressman Smith weighs in on Supreme Court and...
By Bailey Josie • July 8, 2024 3:14 pm

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D) represents Renton, Mercer Island, Tukwila, Des Moines, Federal Way and parts of Seattle, Bellevue, Kent and Auburn.

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Gov. Inslee announces the $45 million EV rebate program on April 23. Courtesy image
Governor announces rebate program for EV purchases
By Bailey Josie • April 30, 2024 3:12 pm

Washington is the first state to prioritize low-cost leases for electric vehicles.

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Sixty-one orange traffic barrels were set up April 2, 2024, on the WSDOT front lawn in Olympia. Each cone represents a fallen WSDOT employee killed on the job since 1950 - many in active work zones. The visual display is meant to remind everyone of the importance of slowing down in work zones. Photo courtesy of Washington State Department of Transportation.
WSDOT: Slow down for Work Zone Awareness Week
By Bailey Josie • April 15, 2024 12:27 pm

The number of fatal crashes in marked work zones had doubled in 2023 when compared to the previous year.

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Comic book collection is still a staple of Emerald City Comic Con. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Fandoms converge at Emerald City Comic Con
By Bailey Josie • March 4, 2024 3:25 pm

Even with big names at this year’s con, locals brought the good vibes to the nerdy weekend.

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Voiceover actor Kat Cressida will visit Auburn at Unlock the Con on Feb. 17-18 for meet and greets, an exclusive dinner with a Q&A panel and a Sunday “Brunch with the Bride.” (Courtesy photo)
Disney voice actor Kat Cressida to host meet...
By Bailey Josie • February 6, 2024 12:15 pm

Tickets are available for this two-day fandom event at the Outlet Collection’s Unlock the Con on Feb. 17 and 18.

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