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Washington’s Food Banks Face a Crisis
Federal cuts and rising demand are forcing food banks across the state to reduce services, and brace for even greater need
Washington’s already-squeezed food bank system expects further pressure as an estimated 170,000 residents stand to lose food stamp benefits under the president’s tax cut law. Food banks already face high demand and difficult choices about how much they can stay open and what food they can hand out. Many are also burning through reserves they…
The Perks of Seattle’s Parks
The city’s parks offer lush green spaces and easy access to nature, ranking it among the nation’s top park systems
Seattle’s parks are not just green spaces — they’re integral to the city’s identity. With nearly 500 parks and natural areas spanning 6,500 acres, Seattle is home to lush urban sanctuaries, offering everything from towering evergreens to scenic lakes and mountain views. These parks provide residents with plenty of opportunities to connect with nature, whether…
Pike Place Music Venue Seeks Buyer
After three years as a hub for live music and performance, The Rabbit Box Theatre is looking for a new owner
After opening at the tail end of the pandemic and operating for three years, The Rabbit Box Theatre in Pike Place Market is up for sale. A popular music venue and hub for community and artists, the nightclub has offered a rotating schedule of live music, burlesque, comedy, cultural and literary events. “The Rabbit Box…
New Bees on the Block
Washington’s Bee Atlas identifies 26 rare or never-before-recorded species, and they’re looking for more volunteers
There are some new buzzworthy residents in town. More than two dozen new and rare bee species turned up in the first year of a statewide project aimed at better understanding Washington’s native pollinators. Now, as the Bee Atlas project enters its second year, the Department of Agriculture is looking for more volunteers to help…
Four Common Medical Myths, Busted
We sat down with local physicians to discuss the most common medical myths, their origins, and how to prevent them from spreading
Yes, you can swim right after you eat. No, you shouldn’t pee on jellyfish stings to stop the pain. Fake health information is all around us, borne from health gurus on the internet, long-held beliefs, or even information once believed by doctors that turned out to be untrue. With the constant evolution of healthcare research,…
Seattle Is One of 14 Cities Hosting FX’s ‘Alien: Earth’ Stunt
FX is promoting its new series with creepy corporate crates landing downtown
Seattle’s getting a visit from something extraterrestrial this week, or at least something branded that way. On Saturday, Aug. 9, FX is staging a one-day activation outside W Seattle for Alien: Earth, its new series based on the Alien franchise. The stunt, called “The Hunt,” runs from noon to 6 p.m. at 1112 Fourth Avenue….
Next Stop: London, Reykjavik
Alaska Airlines expands international routes with two new nonstop flights from Seattle
Seattleites looking to travel abroad will soon have more direct options. Alaska Airlines just announced it’s adding nonstop flights from Sea-Tac International Airport to London and Reykjavik in spring of 2026, building on its plans to become a global player in international travel. The England and Iceland routes follow a major reveal earlier this summer:…
Back to the Future, Forward for AAJA
Seattle hosts the Asian American Journalists Association's national convention for the first time in 26 years, honoring trailblazers and looking ahead
“If you put your mind to it, you can accomplish anything” is a recurring refrain in the blockbuster 1985 film Back to the Future. That line echoes loudly at this year’s Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) convention, running through Saturday at the Downtown Sheraton Hotel, as both the history and future of journalism — and…
Seattle Named Most Walkable City in the U.S.
A new study puts Seattle at the top for car-free exploring
A new study from flip-flop brand FitFlop just named Seattle the most walkable city in the country — and Travel + Leisure backed it up with a full write-up. Using a matrix that compared the top five attractions in 30 U.S. cities, FitFlop measured walking distance, time, elevation gain, and total step count. It combined…
Afloat in West Seattle
West Seattle’s most charming treasure hunt returns this August
More than 100 handblown glass floats will be hiding in plain sight around West Seattle, and if you find one, it’s yours to keep. The West Seattle Glass Float Hunt is back for its fourth year, running Aug. 8-15, with orbs tucked into parks, shops, and other public spaces across the neighborhood. Each 4-inch float…
Meet Seattle Magazine’s New Editor in Chief
Rachel Gallaher brings a fresh perspective and a lifelong love of storytelling to the role
Seattle magazine is thrilled to welcome Rachel Gallaher as our new editor-in-chief. A third-generation Seattleite and seasoned writer and editor, Rachel brings deep local roots and a global perspective to the role. From her early days covering the arts to her leadership at GRAY and freelance work for national publications, she’s spent her career telling…
Restaurant Roundup: Cider, Curry, and Food Delivery Dues
Here’s what was served up recently in the Emerald City
Life is like a flight of — well, take your pick. Cake? Steak? Matcha? Even in a box of chocolates, there are bound to be some you like, and others you could live without. That’s the flavor of this week’s food news in Seattle — some good, some bad. Invite a pal who loves apples…
Sano Expands with New Eastside Locations
The Mercer Island-based fast-casual café opens in Bellevue and Kirkland, with Redmond coming soon
Sano has opened its second café, the first of three new locations planned for this summer. The new spot is in Downtown Bellevue, with a soft-opening set for July 11 in Kirkland, and another café coming to Redmond later this month. The original Sano location launched on Mercer Island in 2015. Sano means “healthy mind…
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