We had quite the discussion on this story a few weeks ago, so here’s an update. The full Seattle City Council is expected to vote Monday on a proposal to charge […]
Annual Seafair parade in Greenwood today
One of the oldest and largest summer parades in Seattle, the annual Seafair parade in Greenwood begins at 6 p.m. today (Wednesday). The route is Greenwood Avenue from 95th to […]
No takers for Tractor Tavern wannabe
Remember that Craigslist post from the musician who’s been trying unsuccessfully to play at the Tractor for years? The one who’s trying to pay other bands to allow him to […]
Baby Geeky Swede born in Ballard
Just after midnight yesterday, Mrs. Geeky Swede’s water broke (one month early), and we rushed to Swedish Ballard. This morning, we’re happy to announce we’re the proud parents of a […]
Dumpster fire creates scene on Market St.
Firefighters responded to a dumpster fire around 5 p.m. Monday near the 7-11 on Market St. It was extinguished in a matter of minutes. But it did get the attention […]
Patas monkey dies at Zoo
Woodland Park Zoo staff euthanized T.C., a 14-year-old male patas monkey, following a “sudden and severe decline in health due to congestive heart failure.” Patas monkeys can live 15 to […]
‘Gabriel’s Fire’ opens up in Zagi’s old spot
The BBQ place Gabriel’s Fire opened up for business a couple days ago on 80th St. and 24th Ave — right where Zagi’s Pizza used to be located. We didn’t […]
Signs go up at ‘Energy Espresso’
Two months ago, new owners took over the Java Jazz on 15th. Now signs are going up with the new name, “Energy Espresso.” Since the old owners still run the […]
Big turnout at ‘Deadliest’ fundraiser
Throngs of people turned out for Sunday’s fundraiser at Fishermen’s Terminal for the Fishermen’s Memorial fund. They were there to tour two of the boats and meet many of the […]
Scenes from ‘Art in the Garden’
Art, music, beautiful flowers and vegetables took center stage at the Ballard Art in the Garden Festival all day Saturday. Two dozen local artists featured their work at the Ballard […]
Dutch Bike Co. to open second shop
Ballard’s Dutch Bike Company says business is so good for its European city bikes, they plan to open a second shop… in Chicago. Co-owners Stephan Schier and David Schmidt say […]
How do you win her back?
You post love signs along the roadway, of course. In the median on southbound 8th Ave., right before 75th St. Works every time. (First spotted by Sarahjc in the forum).
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