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Halloween Parties, Starbucks’ New Dress Code Policy & More

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By Lauren Mang October 30, 2014

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After Starbucks finally let go of its antiquated tattoo ban for its baristas and store employees, now it’s telling them they can’t wear jewelry like wedding rings with stones, watches or bracelets due to food safety rules. Not surprisingly, employees are outraged. I’d be too; I’m quite attached to my diamond engagement ring.

Yesterday, we found out that the shells uncovered in the soil around Bertha were not from ancient inhabitors of Seattle as previously believed. But the findings and subsequent archaeological analysis of said shells, which created yet another delay in the tunnel project, have caused some people to be very skeptical. So skeptical, in fact, they’re calling it a consipracy.

Here, here for cheap gas! The AAA auto club reports the average price for a gallon of gasoline in the state is $3.20. Go fill up, stat.

It’s sad, but true: In the wake of the Marysville Pilchuck High School shooting there have been several copycat incidents at local schools, including one at North Kitsap High School on Tuesday. King 5 interviewed active shooter training expert Jesus Villahermosa who explained that police expect copycat crimes after mass incidents.

Still unsure of your Halloween plans? Take a gander at The Stranger‘s exhaustive list of all the spooky and haunted events going on around the city and pick your poison. 

 

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