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Lights Out in Georgetown
More than 4,000 customers were without power.
8 hours ago1 min read


M.E: Meth Killed Man in Cuffs
The King County Medical Examiner ruled Keenan Pearson died from methamphetamine while in police custody.
3 days ago2 min read


More Love for I Luv Teriyaki
Georgetown's I Luv Teriyaki is one of eight Seattle teriyaki restaurants listed in Bon Appetit's most recent issue.
6 days ago1 min read


Key Part of RV Package Vetoed
The mayor vetoed part of an RV legislation package that would have created a census and permit program for those living in RVs.
7 days ago2 min read


Want a Farmers Market in 2027? Email the City!
The Georgetown Business Association (GBA) is currently advocating for City funding to support staffing and promotion for the 2027 Georgetown Farmers Market. The City's Budget Committee is reviewing proposals now, and strong neighborhood support will help show Councilmembers how important it is to have access to fresh food in Georgetown. Show your support by emailing the City by 12pm on Friday, October 30. Even a short email makes an impact! The GBA has put together a guide fo
Oct 293 min read


A 'Decade of Construction' Looms at KCIA
Advocates and community members question a King County International Airport draft environmental assessment for a new taxiway and tower.
Oct 264 min read


Extra Yard Waste Free in Nov.
City of Seattle allows residents to get rid of fallen leaves at no extra charge Bagged leaves and other yard waste will be collected at no extra charge in November/ (Photo by Steve Lanenn) The temperatures are falling and the leaves are turning. Soon that pretty foliage will be on the ground. If not collected, leaves cause street flooding by clogging drains and pipes. For many, the green compost bin will be filled after one leaf raking. So, the City of Seattle will collect ex
Oct 261 min read


KCIA: This is Only a Test
Airport plans mass casualty exercise on Oct. 21, please don't call 9-1-1 An unidentified "victim" walks with a firefighter during a 2014 mass casualty exercise at King County International Airport-Boeing Field. Another practice emergency scenario is scheduled for Oct. 21. (Photo by King County TV) King County International Airport-Boeing Field (KCIA) will conduct a full-scale emergency exercise on Wednesday, Oct. 21. The main part of the exercise will occur about 10 a.m. to 1
Oct 161 min read


Shooting Victim Identified
Medical Examiner IDs Kittens security guard killed in drive-by; reward increased to $15,000 Juan Carlos Grajeda Castañeda was killed early Sunday in a drive-by shooting at Kittens Cabaret in Georgetown. The King County Medical Examiner on Thursday released the name of the man shot and killed over the weekend in Georgetown. Jean Carlos Grajeda Castañeda, 36, died of multiple gunshot wounds during a drive-by shooting early Sunday morning at Kittens Cabaret, 5800 4th Ave S. He w
Oct 151 min read


SPD probes link between burned car and deadly drive-by shooting
A car fire on South Eddy Street early Sunday morning is possibly linked to a deadly drive-by shooting.
Oct 112 min read


Omar speaks in neighborhood
Minnesota congresswoman appeared Friday at the Georgetown Ballroom Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-MN, speaks Friday, Oct. 9, to an audience of more than 100 people at the Georgetown Ballroom. (Photo courtesy of the Georgetown Ballroom) Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-MN, was scheduled to give the keynote speech Saturday night in Bellevue at the annual banquet for the Council on American-Islamic Relations' Washington chapter (CAIR-WA). But first, she appeared at another event hosted by CAIR on Friday
Oct 101 min read


Fire Guts Restaurant
An early-morning September 23 fire damaged a Vietnamese restaurant in Georgetown.
Oct 71 min read


KCIA Airport Meeting Oct. 14
Find out what the KCIA Draft EA says and provide comments about these proposals on Oct. 14, in-person or on Zoom
Oct 71 min read


Venue Draws Neighbors' Ire
Neighbors complain about noise and fighting they say are caused by parties at the Georgetown Event Center.
Oct 62 min read


New Pop-Up Market Debuts
The Riverbend Market plans to offer affordable produce boxes beginning Thursday, Oct. 8 The Riverbend Market, 5300 4th Ave. S, plans a soft launch this Thursday, Oct. 8. It is a pilot program for a community grocery that will be primarily run by volunteers and the Georgetown Healthy Food Initiative. The space is shared by the PSLA Food Bank, which is open Mondays and Wednesdays. “This all came out of the ‘want’” for a grocery store in Georgetown, project manager Lorine Moelle
Oct 52 min read


Short Run Comix Festival returns to Georgetown Nov 7
by Kelly Froh In an age of online living and digital social currency, the importance of up close and personal connections is greater than ever. Whether you’re an independent comic artist looking for like-minded peers, a collector of unique comic books you won’t find anywhere else, or a fan of weird comic art looking to meet your favorite artists from Instagram, it’s more than worth it to visit Short Run on Saturday, Nov. 7th. For 14 years, Short Run Comix Festival has been a
Oct 42 min read


Spooky Stroll Returns on Halloween—Sign Up Today
The Georgetown Spooky Stroll returns for its fourth year on Saturday, Oct. 31—Halloween night. Come take a self-guided walk through Georgetown and check out the participating homes’ Halloween decorations. Maps will be available from 5–8 pm at Mini Mart City Park (corner of Ellis Ave and Warsaw St). After your stroll, stop back at Mini Mart for an after-party. Sign up now to be included on the map. Costumes are encouraged, and treats are very much welcome—after all, it’s Hall
Oct 31 min read


MCS Recycle Responds to Dust Complaints After Inspection
MCS Recycle's facility at 7201 E Marginal Way S has increased dust mitigation measures following neighborhood air quality complaints and a recent regulatory inspection. (Photo by Meghan Ross) Following neighborhood complaints and a surprise inspection by regional clean air regulators, MCS Recycle says it is taking steps to control dust at its South Georgetown facility. Chief Operations Officer Matt Dunyon addressed the mitigation efforts during the Sept. 21 Georgetown Communi
Sep 252 min read


RSP survey: Reroute 99
Reconnect South Park survey suggests people want to remove the highway from the neighborhood
Sep 221 min read


Murder Conviction Appealed
John Marcel Williams appeals conviction for double murder at Martin Court apartments in Georgetown
Sep 221 min read
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