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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
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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


E Marginal Way S work set
An SDOT E Marginal Way S paving project is expected to begin March 2027
The Seattle Department of Transportation announced it will begin repaving East Marginal Way S from 1st Avenue S to the Seattle/Tukwila border in early 2027.
Sep 211 min read


Man who died in cuffs identified
Medical Examiner identifies man who died Sept 12 in Georgetown while detained by police.
Sep 161 min read


House of Smith’s Jet City Tasting Room Remains Open Following Building Listing
Lauded as the largest urban winery in the Western United States when it opened in 2015, House of Smith’s tasting room and production facility on Albro Place is now on the market, alongside the historic James Gordon building next door. Originally listed for $12 million in December 2025, the asking price for the dual-property campus has since dropped to $9.5 million. The 32,000-square-foot site encompasses production, warehouse, retail, and event space. Despite the listing, ope
Sep 162 min read


What the Dust?
Georgetown Community Council to hold meeting about white dust neighbors say is coming from MCS Recycling.
Sep 151 min read


PSCAA reverses Ash Grove permit to burn more tires
PSCAA declined a permit for Ash Grove cement after testing showed high levels of cadmium from increased tire burning.
Sep 151 min read


Investigators probe death
Police investigate death on Airport Way S on Saturday night, Sept 12, 2026
Sep 132 min read


Shooting damages businesses
A late-night shooting in Georgetown's business district damaged the windows of three businesses and three nearby cars.
Aug 274 min read


Airport Way S blocked
A fire near railroad tracks shut down Airport Way South
Jun 231 min read


New off-leash area opening set for Saturday, June 27
Beginning later this month, Georgetown dogs and their humans will have access to a new park located at 1035 S. Myrtle St. The park, which has not yet been named (info on how to submit name suggestions below), will include an off-leash area, small and shy dog area, water station, entry plaza, meadow, trees and plantings, parking on S. Myrtle St. and a connection to the Georgetown to South Park Connection trail. Opening Celebration - June 27, 11 am - 1 pm Join the community for
Jun 192 min read


A Woodin Landmark
Georgetown house earns historic status The City of Seattle recently named the Woodin House, 5801 Corson Ave S, a historic landmark. (Photo by Steve Lannen) The Seattle City Council recently voted to make the Woodin House a historic landmark. Located at 5801 Corson Ave S across from the Georgetown Playfield, the large green and yellow house was built in 1905, a year after Georgetown was incorporated. Built in the style of American Foursquare, also known as Seattle Box, the hou
Jun 131 min read


Behold the Eco-Block
UW researchers try to find out who is behind all the eco-blocks on Georgetown streets
Jun 101 min read


Will Georgetown dogs get to enjoy a new park this summer?
Trees are planted. Fences are installed. Light poles are in. Garbage cans and benches are placed, and the adjacent multi-use trail is fully paved. While the brand new park and off leash area located at 1035 S. Myrtle St. appears substantially complete, the question remains as to whether Georgetown residents and dogs will be able to enjoy it this summer. Still surrounded by construction fencing and inaccessible to the public, the off leash area is now waiting on SCL to connect
Jun 72 min read


Trailer mishap closes Corson
Both directions were blocked for more than an hour on Tuesday afternoon before reopening A semi-truck dropped the shipping container it was hauling on Corson Avenue closing Corson Avenue. (Photo by Seth Pike via Facebook) Part of Corson Avenue shut down for more than an hour Tuesday afternoon as crews worked to remove a trailer and its cargo from the road. About 1 p.m., residents heard a boom that even shook houses a block away and made pets scamper for cover. A trailer reach
May 191 min read


Police arrest stabbing suspect
A man faces assault charges after an alleged stabbing and standoff at Martin Court apartments.
May 192 min read


Reconnect South Park seeks community input to inform next phases of initiative
By Robin Schwartz Georgetown residents are invited to participate in a community survey on the latest phase of the Reconnect South Park (RSP) initiative. The survey can be accessed here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5ky9HAim2a9cv21bK8PMNH0Mqg01wCwMnMlFRQgO3Heea0w/viewform Over the past several years, the Reconnect South Park (RSP) community coalition has been connecting with neighbors and community partners in the Duwamish Valley to explore how to address the pu
May 181 min read


KCIA Wants New Tower, Runway
Proposed airport construction could impact Georgetown residents
May 62 min read


Airport Wants to Move Taxiway
Public meeting Weds, April 15 is opportunity for residents to learn details, give feedback King County International Airport-Boeing Field officials want to move Taxiway B 50 75 feet west of Runway14R-32L to comply with FAA standards. A meeting Wednesday night will cover project plans and environmental impact. King County International Airport-Boeing Field is planning for future growth. That includes moving a runway that could be 75 feet closer to residents. Airport officials
Apr 131 min read
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