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• Expect I-5 delays early next week

  7 Nov 2009 | 3:30 am

• Sandbag giveaway in Green River Valley

  7 Nov 2009 | 3:28 am

  King County is offering free sandbags to residents of the middle Green River Valley to help them prepare for possible flooding from the Howard Hanson dam.

• Seattle team wins $900,000 in Space Elevator Games

  7 Nov 2009 | 3:18 am

  A Seattle teams has collected a $900,000 prize in a NASA-backed competition to develop the concept of an elevator to space - an idea spurred by science fiction novels.

• Fort Lewis staff sergeant dies in Iraq

  7 Nov 2009 | 3:17 am

  The Defense Department says 29-year-old Army Staff Sgt. Amy C. Tirador of Albany, N.Y., has died in Kirkush, Iraq, of injuries suffered in a non-combat-related incident. No details were provided.

• Ex-Boeing worker guilty of e-mail threats

  7 Nov 2009 | 3:01 am

  A former Boeing employee was convicted Friday in federal court of 19 felonies for sending threatening e-mails to officials at Boeing, Shell Oil and Chevron Oil companies, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.

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• Sources: Suspect had studied law enforcement at UW

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:30 pm

  The man police shot Friday outside a Tukwila apartment complex - who authorities say is a suspect in the Halloween slaying of a Seattle officer - is a 41-year-old man who studied law enforcement issues at UW, sources say.

• Police shoot suspect in Seattle officer shooting

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:05 pm

  Officers shot a man in Tukwila after being fired upon Friday afternoon while they served a search warrant, police said.

• Police: Man who killed officer may have had weapons training

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:17 pm

  Police believe the man who killed Seattle police officer Tim Brenton on Oct. 31 may have had weapons training and practiced in the days before the fatal ambush.

• Woman who starved stepdaughter sentenced to prison

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:18 pm

  Accused of methodically starving her stepdaughter alongside her husband, Rebecca Arwen Long was sentenced to prison Friday over her attorney's objections.

• Group asks high court to block release of R-71 names

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:33 pm

  A conservative group has formally asked the U.S. Supreme Court to prevent the release of the names of 138,000 people who signed petitions to overturn the "everything but marriage" same-sex domestic partner law.

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• Free trees! Deadline’s coming up for West Seattle applications

  25 Oct 2009 | 2:23 pm

  (Lincoln Park photo courtesy of Shannon) Our tree-laden parks are great, but neighborhoods need trees too, which is why 4 short-on-trees West Seattle neighborhoods are among 6 citywide that are eligible for free trees from EarthCorps and the city. While we’ve...

• West Seattle filmmaker’s “Double Down Live” to premiere here

  25 Oct 2009 | 12:09 pm

  West Seattle filmmaker Jamie Burton Chamberlin sends word that “ZZ Top: Double Down Live” is now out on DVD - “the first historic concert performance ever to be approved for release by the band,” he says. It packs “28 years of hard rock,...

• 350 Day of Action: West Seattle garden-building, and more

  24 Oct 2009 | 1:40 pm

  The new community edible garden behind C & P Coffee - built today by CoolMom- and Sustainable West Seattle-organized volunteers as part of the worldwide 350 Day of Action - was taking shape in a big way when we stopped by around noon - four raised beds behind...

• Despite blustery weather, Lafayette’s Walk-a-Thon rolls on

  24 Oct 2009 | 3:13 am

  Hundreds of students, staffers and parent/community volunteers teamed up in Friday’s soggy, blustery weather for another successful Lafayette Elementary Walk-a-Thon. This is a big year for the school in Admiral, as it’s added two classes and is now the...

• Brown-Bagging It at the Beer Authority

  23 Oct 2009 | 5:00 pm

  Seattle is flush with--among other things--neighborhood grocery stores, bars, and, of course, breweries. If one suffers inspiration to refill the fridge, you only have to walk a few blocks to stock up on a local brew. In the Lake City neighborhood however, one...

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• Large funeral for slain Seattle police officer

  7 Nov 2009 | 3:32 am

  SEATTLE (AP) — Slain Seattle police Officer Timothy Brenton was remembered as a father, brother, husband, friend, teacher and hero at a public memorial service at KeyArena.

• Man shot, arrested in investigation of officer's murder

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:35 pm

  Video from the scene shows the suspect being placed face-first on the ground by police.

• Funnel cloud over Enumclaw

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:06 pm

  A funnel cloud could be seen over the Buckley-Enumclaw area around 3 p.m.

• Seattle team wins $900,000 in Space Elevator Games

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:02 pm

  A space elevator may not be rocket science but it can be just as complicated -- and rewarding.

• Mother sentenced for starving stepdaughter

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:23 pm

  A Carnation woman is headed to prison after being sentenced today for a heartless crime.

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• Sanctions against Iran possible

  7 Nov 2009 | 3:05 am

  Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has signaled that Moscow could back sanctions against Iran if it fails to take a constructive stance in international talks over its nuclear program.

• NATO airstrike kills Afghan soldiers

  7 Nov 2009 | 3:05 am

  Afghanistan's Defense Ministry says a NATO airstrike in the western province of Badghis mistakenly hit a joint base housing coalition troops and Afghan security forces, killing four Afghan soldiers an...

• After immigrant killed in NY, others tell of abuse

  7 Nov 2009 | 3:05 am

  PATCHOGUE, N.Y. — The high school buddies who trolled the streets looking for Hispanics to attack called it "beaner hopping." "Jose, Kevin and I started popping and Jose punched him so hard he ...

• NY town marks year since immigrant fatally stabbed

  7 Nov 2009 | 3:05 am

  PATCHOGUE, N.Y. — The family of an Ecuadorean man slain on a Long Island street will be among those participating in a candlelight vigil and memorial service to mark the first anniversary of the...

• Madagascar political rivals reach government deal

  7 Nov 2009 | 3:05 am

  ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia — Madagascar's political rivals have agreed on posts within a transitional government that will hold power until next year's elections. The deal announced late Friday allo...

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• Police shoot suspect in Seattle officer's murder

  Just after a memorial service for slain Seattle police Officer Tim Brenton concluded Friday afternoon, detectives shot and arrested a suspect in the killing. Officials said a tip from a citizen involving a car parked outside the apartment led them to the location.

• Fallen officer Brenton remembered as hero

  Officer Timothy Brenton was remembered as a hero and a teacher at a funeral attended by thousands Friday. "Timothy is a home-grown hero," said Mayor Greg Nickesl, and Gov. Gregoire said Brenton demonstrated that "putting on the uniform is an act of courage every day."

• Stepmom of starved girl sentenced to prison

  A Carnation woman accused of starving and withholding water from her 14-year-old stepdaughter in a nightmarish case of child abuse was sentenced Friday to 41 months in prison. But her daughter says that isn't long enough.

• Seattle team wins $900k in Space Elevator Games

  After three years without a winner in a NASA-backed competition to develop the science fiction space elevator concept, a team from Seattle on Friday collected $900,000 after its laser-powered robotic machine raced up more than 2,950 feet (nearly 1 kilometer) of cable dangling from a helicopter.

• Some King Co pharmacies offering swine flu vaccine

  King County Public Health is offering the H1N1 vaccine at select area pharmacies to those at high risk for the swine flu.

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• Person Of Interest In Officer's Slaying Shot By Police In Tukwila

  KIROTV.com

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:56 pm

  A person of interest in the shooting of Officer Tim Brenton is shot and wounded by police in Tukwila.

• McGinn Widens Lead To 2,384 Votes

  KIROTV.com

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:08 pm

  New results in the Seattle mayoral race show Mike McGinn ahead of Joe Mallahan by 2,384 votes, widening a lead from yesterday's tallies.

• UNCUT: Funnel Cloud In Enumclaw

  KIROTV.com

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:17 pm

  Damien at KMCQ in Enumclaw took video of a funnel outside the studio at 3pm.

• Jail Inmates Getting Flu Vaccinations Before Guards

  KIROTV.com

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:45 pm

  KIRO 7 has learned about a new controversy over what King County is doing with its swine flu vaccine. At issue: Who gets the vaccine in jail.

• Thousands Honor Slain Seattle Police Officer

  KIROTV.com

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:24 pm

  Slain Seattle police Officer Timothy Brenton is remembered as a father, brother, husband, friend, teacher and hero at a public memorial service at KeyArena.

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• Antiwar demonstrators cut fence at Bangor sub base

  3 Nov 2009 | 5:04 pm

  Five anti-war demonstrators were arrested after cutting through a security fence at the nuclear missile storage facility for Trident submarines at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor. The Kitsap Sun reports they carried a banner that said, "Disarm Now Plowshares: Trident: Illegal and Immoral."

• VP Biden to headline fundraiser for Sen. Murray

  3 Nov 2009 | 4:46 pm

  Vice President Joe Biden headlines a campaign fundraising luncheon for Sen. Patty Murray Friday in Seattle at the Westin Hotel. The campaign is urging supporters to buy tickets at the $150, $250 or $1,000 level.

• Spokane Catholic Diocese gets more abuse reports

  3 Nov 2009 | 4:34 pm

  The Catholic Diocese of Spokane has received 21 new allegations of clergy sex abuse. Church attorney Greg Arpin said they are all accusations by adults who contend they were sexually abused by clergy years ago.

• 5-way high school football playoff in Lacey

  3 Nov 2009 | 4:32 pm

  A five-way high school football playoff takes place Tuesday night at South Sound Stadium in Lacey. The Aberdeen Bobcats, Hoquiam Grizzlies, Elma Eagles, Centralia Tigers and River Ridge Hawks will battle to determine the number 4 seed for the playoffs out of the Evergreen League.

• No. 21 Arizona next for Washington St.

  3 Nov 2009 | 4:27 pm

  Washington State returns to Pacific-10 play with a game at No. 21 Arizona on Saturday, the third consecutive road game for the Cougars. Coach Paul Wulff says there were no major injuries for his team in last weekend's loss to Notre Dame. Washington State (1-7, 0-5 Pac-10) has lost five games in a row.

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  Seattle Weekly: The Daily Weekly

• Mike McGinn's Lead Grows, Recount Almost Certain

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:11 pm

  UPDATE: McGinn has established a commanding lead. At least, relative to how close things have been so far. More details after the jump. The small lead enjoyed by mayoral candidate Mike Mc... Continue reading "Mike McGinn's Lead Grows, Recount Almost Certain" >

• Suspect in Tim Brenton's Murder Shot by Police

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:01 pm

  Minutes after the Key Arena Memorial Service for slain Officer Tim Brenton had ended, a 41-year-old man suspected in his murder was shot in the head by Seattle police in Tukwila. The suspe... Continue reading "Suspect in Tim Brenton's Murder Shot by Police" >

• Judgement Day: Rebecca Long Sentenced to 41 Months in Prison

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:30 pm

  Last month, a King County Superior Court judge gave Jon Pomeroy the maximum penalty for his role in the purposeful starvation of his daughter. Just hours ago, Rebecca Long, Pomeroy's estra... Continue reading "Judgement Day: Rebecca Long Sentenced to 41 Months in Prison" >

• Comment of the Day: Terry Lee Alexander Inspires Conflicting Feelings

  6 Nov 2009 | 5:01 pm

  Readers Kris and Robyn respond to Should Terry Lee Alexander, the "Obituary Burglar," be Given a Second Chance? Looks like they'll have to agree to disagree. Kris: "Sad thing is Terry has... Continue reading "Comment of the Day: Terry Lee Alexander Inspires Conflicting Feelings" >

• How Green is YOUR Sex Life?

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:53 pm

  Lovers, rejoice. Local resident April Cook has just launched Seattle Green Toys, a store that specializes in selling non-toxic sex toys. It features all-natural products like wooden dildos,... Continue reading "How Green is YOUR Sex Life?" >

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  Seattle Weekly: Voracious

• First Call: The Copper Gate and the Opposite of Phallic

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:05 pm

  ​First Call is a weekly Voracious feature in which we walk into a bar and ask the bartender to make us his or her favorite drink. Watering Hole: The Copper Gate (6301 24th Ave NW Seattle). A we... Continue reading "First Call: The Copper Gate and the Opposite of Phallic" >

• Local Thanksgiving Bird With a Side of Irony

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:23 am

  ​As reported last week, the proposed 2010 King County budget cuts could completely eliminate Puget Sound Fresh, the consumer education program promoting local food and farms. Among PSF's biggest... Continue reading "Local Thanksgiving Bird With a Side of Irony" >

• Farmers Market Eggs With Your Name on Them

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:36 am

  ​If you're tired of getting up early to reach the farmers market before your favorite stand runs out of eggs and chicken, consider signing up for seasonal delivery of locally grown, organically ... Continue reading "Farmers Market Eggs With Your Name on Them" >

• Things You Learned on Voracious This Week: Tipping, Tom Douglas, and Eating Dogs

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:34 am

  ​ -- 30 meals for $30 is actually a much better deal than 25 for $25. -- If Jonathan Kauffman were a boxer, he'd bite your ear, eat your children, and then go after your dog. -- Longans taste ... Continue reading "Things You Learned on Voracious This Week: Tipping, Tom Douglas, and Eating Dogs" >

• A Peanut Sniffing Labradoodle Named Roxie

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:31 am

  It's not quite Where the Red Fern Grows, but it's pretty damn close. They train dogs to sniff bombs, drugs, and even DVDs. Now they're training dogs to help children with peanut allergies lead normal ... Continue reading "A Peanut Sniffing Labradoodle Named Roxie" >

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• It's Official: Pavement's Playing Sasquatch! 2010

  7 Nov 2009 | 12:01 am

  ​ Yep: Sasquatch 2010! goes down at the Gorge on May 29, 30, and 31 Tickets: A discounted pre-sale begins on Saturday, Nov 7 at 10 a.m. No, I don't have prices. But I'll update when I do. Other ... Continue reading "It's Official: Pavement's Playing Sasquatch! 2010" >

• Saturday Night: Laura Musselman's Photos of Fleet Foxes, Cave Singers, The Long Winters at Solo Bar

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:25 pm

  Robin Pecknold, Fleet Foxes.The opening party for Laura Musselman's "Give Me a Moment," is at 8 p.m., Saturday at Solo Bar in Lower Queen Anne.​After several years of traveling around the Midwes... Continue reading "Saturday Night: Laura Musselman's Photos of Fleet Foxes, Cave Singers, The Long Winters at Solo Bar" >

• Flickr Photo of the Day: Dirty Projectors at Neumos

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:09 pm

  Bobby McHugh via Seattle Weekly's Flickr PoolDirty Projectors, featuring bassist Nat Baldwin, played Neumos on Wednesday, November 4.​... Continue reading "Flickr Photo of the Day: Dirty Projectors at Neumos" >

• Tomorrow Night: It's LaRue's Time (Finally) to Shine

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:23 pm

  LaRue performs Sat., Nov. 7 at the Vera Project. Doors at 7:30 p.m.​It's been a long time coming, but, finally, local MC LaRue will be making his live debut as a headliner tomorrow at the Vera P... Continue reading "Tomorrow Night: It's LaRue's Time (Finally) to Shine" >

• This Week in Metal: Akimbo On That Nirvana Tribute, And Other Local Heavies

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:34 pm

  Mastadon​Mastodon gets into the soundtrack business. Some dumbo druggie steals Russian Circles' guitarist Mike Sullivan's rare Gibson Les Paul. Fun Fun Fun Fest kicks off this weekend in Austi... Continue reading "This Week in Metal: Akimbo On That Nirvana Tribute, And Other Local Heavies" >

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• New school boundaries: Concern tonight, meeting tomorrow

  WSB

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:50 pm

  Tomorrow afternoon, when West Seattle’s School Board rep Steve Sundquist hosts a community chat at High Point Library (1-2:30 pm), a group plans to bring that graphic to his attention. It’s a mashup of Seattle Public Schools‘ newly revised attendance-area maps for West Seattle with data from the U.S. Census and other sources. The group, Friends of West Seattle Public Schools, says it shows that the new maps would “(divide) West Seattle along economic lines (and) undermine educational progress in West Seattle.” The thick black line is the group’s…

• West Seattle Crime Watch: Tervo’s Mini-Mart robbed again

  WSB

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:08 pm

  Just confirmed with Lt. Ron Smith at the Southwest Precinct, per a tip we got earlier: Tervo’s Mini-Mart on Fauntleroy Way in The Triangle was robbed again tonight, for the second time in two weeks. Lt. Smith says the description was the same as the robbers who held up the store on October 22nd - “two Hispanic males, late teens to early 20s.” No arrests so far; nobody hurt during the stickup.

• Fighting the flu: Update on county’s H1N1 vaccine announcement

  WSB

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:35 pm

  New information from King County tonight, after the county’s announcement this afternoon — saying two local drugstores would be offering H1N1 vaccine to some high-risk people — conflicted with what WSBers were told when they called those stores. We inquired immediately with the King County Public Health staffers who sent out the media release - and just received this update from James Apa with King County: Wanted to get you the latest on the H1N1 vaccination clinics. Our website is updated now, and the two Walgreens in the West Seattle vicinity are hosting flu clinics on…

• Probable scam alert - and a particularly callous one at that

  WSB

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:19 pm

  Just got this note from Steph. There could be a tiny chance it’s legit, but more likely just a particularly callous scam to try to wrangle your credit-card info: I got a call a few minutes ago from a guy asking for a donation to the Seattle Officers group that will help police families. Not really sure the exact name. He asked if I could donate any amount of money using a credit card. I was going to but thought this might be one of those scam calls to get my card info. I asked him to send me info and I will donate then. I don’t know if that was a good idea. I feel bad if this was…

• West Seattle Weather Watch: Not settling down any time soon

  WSB

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:29 pm

  Amid all the other major news … we’ve had so many rounds of hail/sleet it’s been hard to keep track. WSB contributing photojournalist Christopher Boffoli got that photo a few hours ago - and before we could publish it, the Tukwila and vote-count stories pushed it to the back burner (freezer?). Now we’ve just had another round - splattering against the front door - and we have a weather report from co-publisher Patrick at the Chief Sealth-Mercer Island varsity football game at Memorial Stadium downtown: The game’s in its second weather delay - flashes of lightning…

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• Welcome Our Latest Advertiser: Ming Wong Chinese Restaurant!

  Scott Schaefer

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:36 pm

  The B-Town Blog Welcomes our latest Advertiser: The Ming Wong Chinese Restaurant! Located in a cozy strip mall in Burien near the Dairy Queen off of Ambaum Blvd., the Ming Wong Chinese Restaurant is celebrating their Grand Opening this month under new owners Connie and Kwan Chan. Connie was born in Canton, China, and moved to the Seattle area in 1995. After honing her culinary skills for 14 years at various restaurants in Seattle, she now brings her dining expertise to Burien. Connie says “When it comes to Chinese cooking we can do everything!” They can even create your favorite Chinese…

• UPDATE: Police Shoot Christopher Monfort, Cop-Shooting Suspect; He Attended Highline Community College

  Scott Schaefer

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:23 pm

  Friday afternoon (Nov. 6th), shortly after Seattle Police Officer Timothy Brenton’s memorial concluded, a suspect named Christopher J. Monfort was shot outside his apartment building in Tukwila, prompting a massive outpouring of police to the area. Police were apparently serving a search warrant on Monfort, 41, when he pulled out a weapon. He was shot on the scene and is currently under custody at Harborview Medical Center. Monfort apparently attended Highline Community College in Des Moines, where he ran for student office in 2003. According to HCC’s “Thunderword”…

• More H1N1 Vaccine Released & Here’s Where You Can Get Yours (Map)

  Scott Schaefer

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:51 pm

  King County Public Health announced Friday (Nov. 6th) that it is now offering a limited supply (15,000 for now) of H1N1 vaccines to qualified people at area pharmacies, including one in Burien and two in White Center. To get vaccinated, you have to make an appointment by telephone, and meet the criteria listed below: Pregnant women People who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age People between the ages of 6 months and 24 years old People between 25 through 64 years of age with chronic health conditions or weakened immune systems Healthcare and emergency workers with…

• Are You A Vet Or In The Service? Get A FREE Car Wash On Veteran’s Day!

  Scott Schaefer

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:45 pm

  Nov11 Veteran’s Day is this coming Wednesday, Nov. 11th, and Brown Bear Car Wash will be honoring vets and current service military (as well as spouses) with free car washes all day. The nearest location is the one in Des Moines, located at 22706 Marine View Drive; others are in Federal Way, Kent, Auburn and Renton (see list below). As a way of saying “thanks” to our military, Brown Bear will be offering free “Bear Essential” car washes to all current or former members of the military, including spouses. “Our organization is proud to honor veterans and…

• No Wire Hangers! Ever! Camp It Up With “Christmas With The Crawfords” At Burien Little Theatre Starting Nov. 27th

  Scott Schaefer

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:34 am

  Nov278:00 pm Nov288:00 pm Nov292:00 pm Dec48:00 pm Dec58:00 pm Dec62:00 pm Dec118:00 pm Dec128:00 pm Dec132:00 pm Dec188:00 pm Dec198:00 pm Dec202:00 pm “Christmas with the Crawfords,” Burien Little Theatre’s holiday production, begins Nov. 27th, and it sounds hilarious – imagine actress Joan Crawford and other assorted (yet highly dysfunctional) Hollywood celebrity guests stuck at Crawford’s home on Christmas Eve doing a radio show. Now throw in men in drag, funny original music, a great cast and the fact that it’s local and you’ve got this show. Here…

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• Limited H1N1 Vaccine Available At 2 White Center Locations

  admin

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:42 pm

  King County Public Health announced Friday (Nov. 6th) that it is now offering a limited supply (15,000 for now) of H1N1 vaccines to qualified people at area pharmacies, including two in White Center. To get vaccinated, you have to make an appointment by telephone, and meet the criteria listed below: Pregnant women People who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age People between the ages of 6 months and 24 years old People between 25 through 64 years of age with chronic health conditions or weakened immune systems Healthcare and emergency workers with direct patient…

• Welcome Back Advertiser Center Tool Rental Center!

  admin

  5 Nov 2009 | 3:34 pm

  We’d like to welcome back Advertiser Center Tool Rental Center to The White Center Blog! We stopped in recently to say Hi to our friends right here in White Center. While there we picked up on tips to keep in mind in preparing for and dealing with the coming seasonal shift in our Northwest weather. “When the rains and winds come, we’ll be ready to assist you,” said Center Tool’s Doug Stevens. “We’re here to help you meet all your winter weather needs. “We have generators, pumps, dehumidifiers and wet vacuums,” he said. “We have log splitters, chippers and chain saws,…

• Evergreen High School Teacher & Swim Coach Robin Hoof Passes Away

  admin

  4 Nov 2009 | 10:52 am

  Robin Hoof, longtime swim coach and teacher for the Highline School District (including at Evergreen High School), lost her battle against cancer and passed away Oct. 22nd. A Memorial Service is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 8th at 1pm at the Highline Performing Arts Center, located next to Highline High School in Burien. In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to the Highline Schools Foundation for Excellence or the “Pay for Play” sports program in memory of Robin. Her mother has asked that people wear purple to the service, since that was Robin’s favorite color.

• Voted Yet? You Can By Visiting A Local Drop Box

  admin

  3 Nov 2009 | 7:45 am

  If you haven’t yet mailed your ballot in, since today (Tuesday, Nov. 3rd) is election day, King County has drop boxes throughout the county that provide voters with a way to securely return ballots without the cost of postage. The nearest drop box is located at the White Center Library, which is at 11220 16th SW. Drop boxes are open 24 hours a day, there’s no charge, but they close at 8pm tonight (Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3rd). Of course, you can also just make sure your ballot is postmarked Nov. 3rd by going to the post office before it closes, but that’ll cost you 42…

• Welcome Our Latest Advertiser: The Yard Sale + Scat The Cat!

  admin

  2 Nov 2009 | 6:13 pm

  The White Center Blog welcomes its latest Advertiser: The Yard Sale, located at 14017 First Avenue South #101 in Burien! You don’t have to wait until summer anymore to find those hidden treasures by driving all over town, wasting your time and gas – you’ll find them waiting for you at this new store, which had its grand opening today (Nov. 2nd). Owned by The Cross Church and Discipleship Center of White Center, The Yard Sale’s proceeds go to sustaining the ministry Pastor Jerry Wilson started at the church in 2003. The ministry is dedicated to helping people who have become distressed…

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• October Reporting Roundup: Happy Fun Tax Credit Party Time!

  The Tim

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am

  Time for the monthly reporting roundup, where I read all the local paper rehashes of the NWMLS press release so you don’t have to. Here’s a link to this month’s NWMLS press release: Tax credit spurs big surge in Western Washington home sales Before we get into the roundup, I’d like to take a moment to quote an excerpt from the monthly NWMLS data post from May, which was titled Huge Gap Opening Between Pending and Closed Sales (a subject that I first brought to your attention in August of last year). The disconnect between pending sales and closed sales grows ever…

• NWMLS: Fake Expiration of Wasteful Tax Credit Boosts October Sales

  The Tim

  5 Nov 2009 | 12:32 pm

  Let’s have a look at October market statistics from the NWMLS. Here’s the NWMLS press release: Tax credit spurs big surge in Western Washington home sales. Here’s your King County SFH summary, with the arrows to show whether the year-over-year direction of each indicator is positive or negative news for buyers and sellers: October 2009 Number MOM YOY Buyers Sellers Active Listings 8,869 -5.2% -19.7% Closed Sales 1,758 +8.7% +33.3% SAAS (?) 1.61 -11.4% -27.9% Pending Sales 2,295 +0.3% +72.9% Months of Supply 3.86 -5.5% -53.6% Median Price* $377,500 -1.2% -3.7% In a great big…

• Seattle Bubble Commenters: Thank You!

  The Tim

  5 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am

  Seattle Bubble hit a geeky milestone yesterday, with the posting of its 0×10000th comment! That’s hexadecimal—base 16—65,536 for you non-geeks out there. The 0×10000th comment was posted by Flying Ape. In commemoration of this geeky occasion, here are a few statistics relating to the comments on Seattle Bubble. As of the 0×10000th comment, 65,536 comments had been posted across a total of 1,852 posts, for an average of 35 comments per post. Seattle Bubble was launched on August 5, 2005, so that’s an average of 42 comments per day. Stupid spam robots have…

• Job Loss Crash Comparison Update / Stimulus Rant

  The Tim

  4 Nov 2009 | 8:23 am

  A reader wrote in requesting an update to this February post, in which I criticized Nancy Pelosi’s misleading chart of job losses. Here’s an update to the post-WWII job loss chart, courtesy of Calculated Risk, in which I’ve added a mark so you can see where the “stimulus” was passed. Wow, good thing we changed direction to the tune of $787 billion*, huh? *(Actual cost: much, much more) If there is any doubt about who the stimulus was really directed at saving, just take a look at an update to the stock market crash comparison: Woo, go Wall Street! Finally,…

• October Housing Market Stats Preview

  The Tim

  3 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am

  Now that October is behind us, let’s have a look at the monthly stats preview. Most of the charts below are based on broad county-wide data that is available through a simple search of King County Records. If you have additional stats you’d like to see in the “preview,” drop a line in the comments and I’ll see what I can do. Here’s your preview of October’s foreclosure and home sale stats: First up, total home sales as measured by the number of “Warranty Deeds” filed with the county: County sales as measured by warranty deeds were up…

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• Trimming through training

  Casey Smith

  7 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am

  Carrie Wigton’s office was spotted with neat piles of fitness magazines and schedules when I sat down to speak with her about exercise and weight loss. As the fitness coordinator at the IMA, she’s responsible for a lot of things that happen at the campus activity center, but the aspect I was most interested in talking to her about was personal training. “Well, a majority of our clients are interested in weight loss or toning,” Wigton told me. I was interested in both. When I lost 60 pounds my freshman year of college, the IMA played an integral role in my efforts. I started out by…

• Microsoft exec visits UW

  Ivan Vukovic

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am

  Last night, Kane 120 was filled with students in computer-related study fields as well as many local technology enthusiasts because Craig Mundie, the chief research and strategy officer of Microsoft, stopped by the UW to speak on the future state of technology that will be provided by the corporation. Mundie is continuing a tradition that Bill Gates carried forth throughout his career, in which he would take a week to travel to universities across the nation and world. His travels have taken him to institutions in places such as Korea, China and India. This year, Mundie’s lecture circuit…

• Campus Crime Blotter: Petulant patients, foot chases and smoky clusters

  Lexie Krell

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am

  From confiscated marijuana pipes to stolen property, this weekly crime blotter aims to inform readers about offenses on and surrounding campus. While in-depth articles may be written about specific incidents, this column provides a brief overview of recent crimes that impact the UW community. Friday, Oct. 30 An unknown suspect stole an MP3 player from a car in the N15 parking lot. The victim forgot to lock the vehicle, and the estimated loss is $40. Saturday, Oct. 31 A student forgot her card case containing a debit and husky card in the dining area of McMahon Hall around 5 p.m. and returned…

• Chan, Dy advance at Indoor Championships

  Taylor Soper

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am

  Overcoming a red-eye flight and a midterm exam, Washington tennis stars Venise Chan and Denise Dy persevered, and both pulled out first-round victories yesterday at the prestigious ITA National Indoor Championships in New Haven, Conn. It wasn’t the best of performances for either of the players, but they gutted out two wins against some talented competitors. Dy, ranked seventh in the tournament, took care of Noemie Scharle of Florida State, 6-3, 6-2. She overcame a bit of nervousness to pick up her first career win at the National Indoor Championships. “It wasn’t one of her best…

• Stanford coming to Hec Ed for top-5 rematch

  Taylor Soper

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:00 am

  The Washington volleyball team preaches that every match during the season is of equal importance, but with two conference powerhouses visiting Seattle this weekend and first place in the Pac-10 on the line, the No. 4 Huskies know that the intensity will rise today and tomorrow. Husky fans will be treated to a pair of Pac-10 showdowns this weekend, with No. 5 Stanford (15-6, 8-3 Pac-10) visiting Hec Edmonson Pavilion tonight and No. 13 Cal (13-8, 6-5) Saturday night. The UW holds a slim one-game lead over the Cardinal. The Cardinal have been one of only two teams to defeat the UW this season.

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• Rural Development Institute gets $9M grant

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:45 pm

  The Seattle-based Rural Development Institute has received a three-year grant of up to $9 million from the Omidyar Network to help poor people in developing countries secure land rights.

• Starbucks shares rise on quarterly earnings

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:35 pm

  Starbucks Corp. shares rose 7.21 percent to close at $21.12 on Friday, a day after the coffee retailer reported a sharp jump in quarterly earnings. (SBUX)

• Rainier Pacific gets NASDAQ warning

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:23 pm

  Rainier Pacific Financial Group Inc. said Friday that it has received a warning notice from the NASDAQ stock exchange that it could be delisted because the minimum bid price on its common stock was below $1 for 30 consecutive days. (RPFG)

• ZymoGenetics says restraining orders lifted

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:46 pm

  ZymoGenetics Inc. said Friday that a federal judge in Tennessee has removed three temporary restraining orders imposed on the company over marketing and promotion of its lead drug, Recothrom. (ZGEN)

• AT&T completes buyout of Centennial

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:58 pm

  AT&T has closed on its $2.7 billion acquisition of Centennial Communications Corp., a move that enhances the company’s wireless coverage in a number of rural areas.

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• LaserMotive Wins $900K NASA Prize

  Gregory T. Huang

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:17 pm

  startups, competitions, Space Gregory T. Huang wrote: Kent, WA-based LaserMotive has won $900,000 in a NASA competition to build a small prototype device that one day could help lead to a commercial “space elevator,” a cable that could transport cargo to and from outer space. The news was reported by the New York Times and other outlets. LaserMotive, a laser power-beaming company, is led by Thomas Nugent and Jordin Kare, who both also work with Bellevue, WA-based Intellectual Ventures. The power-beaming project and competition was reported by TechFlash earlier today. Comments |…

• Porn Always Wins, Bacon Salt Expands, and Other Thoughts from Entrepreneur University

  Gregory T. Huang

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm

  startups, entrepreneurs, events Gregory T. Huang wrote: I’m not going to do justice to this event. Let’s just get that out there right now. There were some great speakers and panels at yesterday’s Entrepreneur University in Bellevue, WA, organized by the Northwest Entrepreneur Network. But this isn’t about them. This is about the crowd-pleasers that brought an otherwise productive day to a close. That’s right—this is about pornography and Bacon Salt. Not necessarily in that order, though. About a year ago, I profiled Bacon Salt, a couple of ex-Jobster guys in Seattle who hit…

• Elias Zerhouni Talks Public Health Challenges, Culture Wars at WBBA Annual Meeting

  Gregory T. Huang

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:26 am

  Biotech, Life Sciences, healthcare Gregory T. Huang wrote: Just came back from the Washington Biotechnology & Biomedical Association’s annual meeting in downtown Seattle, where 500-plus biotechies and distinguished guests (including more than a few local politicians) gathered for a quiche-and-berries breakfast and some keen networking. The keynote speaker was Elias Zerhouni, the former director of the National Institutes of Health and now a senior fellow at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Just a few highlights from his talk here: Zerhouni laid out the top five challenges in…

• Is it Real or Is It High Dynamic Range? How Software Is Changing the Way We Look at Photographs

  Wade Roush

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:27 am

  wwwade, IT, photography Wade Roush wrote: You know how listening to music on a friend’s pricey Bose headphones makes it harder to tolerate your tinny little speakers at home, or watching your favorite show on a high-definition screen spoils you for regular TV? I’m at a moment like that in the way I look at photographs. For the last few weeks, I’ve been playing around with a new computerized technique called high dynamic range (HDR) photography, which can lend a stunning level of brightness, contrast, and detail to digital images. And now every traditional non-HDR image that…

• A Tale of Three Cities: How Boston, Boulder, and Seattle Measure Up as Tech Innovation Hubs

  Gregory T. Huang

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:02 pm

  Entrepreneurship, culture, Venture Capital Gregory T. Huang wrote: I was chatting with a couple of local investors at the TechStars (seed fund and mentorship program) event in Seattle on Wednesday. They thought the VC panel discussion of the startup climate and culture in different cities around the country was boring. If you’re an entrepreneur or investor, they said, that’s just where you are, and you deal with it. But au contraire, mon frère—as a journalist and outside observer—I view those comparisons across different innovation clusters and their respective histories as a…

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• More Clearwire exec shuffles

  5 Nov 2009 | 2:19 pm

  Kirkland 4G broadband provider Clearwire announced more executive changes today, including the addition of new strategy and marketing bosses. David Maquera, former senior VP at Cricket Communications/Leap Wireless, is SVP and chief strategy officer reporting to CEO Bill Morrow. Clearwire also hired Thomas Enraght-Moony, a former AT&T Wireless exec and Match.com CEO, as SVP and general manager of Clear Online, heading marketing, advertising and online sales and "customer management." "David and Thomas bring a record of leadership and depth of experience that further enhance one of the most…

• Microsoft cuts 800 more jobs, including 200 in Puget Sound

  5 Nov 2009 | 7:46 am

  Microsoft exceeded the forecast it gave Wall Street - for layoffs. The company announced today that it cut an additional 800 jobs as part of broad cutbacks announced in January. The initial target was to cut 5,000 jobs but with the round announced today, the total is 5,800, spokesman Lou Gellos said. "This does complete that program," he said. But Gellos didn't rule out additional cuts ahead as the company continually adjusts its business. "If that means we focus on different businesses or take care of employee headcount issues, we would do that," he said. It's a new tone for a company that…

• Wired Moms meet in Redmond

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:17 pm

  A social network for mothers wanting to learn more about new technology and online safety is coming together offline Friday, when Wired Moms holds its first conference in Redmond at Microsoft's campus. The group led by Spokane mother Mary Heston, has more than 12,000 Twitter followers, a Facebook group and a Web site where topics such as cyberbullies and social networking are explained and discussed. Friday's conference is pretty much sold out with more than 150 moms registered. but the group may have another one next year.

• T-Mobile says software glitch jammed network Tuesday

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:15 pm

  Bellevue-based T-Mobile USA today blamed a "software error" for a network outage that affected voice and messaging services for about 5 percent of its customers - including many in Seattle - on Tuesday. "After investigating the cause, we have determined that a backend system software error had generated abnormal congestion on the network. T-Mobile has since implemented additional measures to help prevent this from happening in the future. We again apologize to those customers who were affected and may have been inconvenienced." No word yet on whether customers will get a one-day break on…

• Paul Allen files for bankruptcy protection for Digeo holdings

  3 Nov 2009 | 1:15 pm

  Mercer Island billionaire Paul Allen is asking for federal bankruptcy protection as he liquidates the remains of Digeo, a Kirkland set-top box company that was mostly sold off this fall. Allen filed for Chapter 11 protection Monday for a holding company that encompasses the remains of Digeo. It has assets of less than $50,000 and debts of $10 million to $50 million, according to the filing. Among the nine unsecured creditors include Comcast - owed $632.42 - and Datec Inc., a Tukwila IT vendor owed $48,206.27. A spokesman for Allen said the filing does not indicate the Microsoft co-founder is…

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• Decision day for health care in the House

  7 Nov 2009 | 3:23 am

  President Barack Obama is traveling to Capitol Hill on Saturday to try to close the sale on his signature health care overhaul, facing a make-or-break vote in the House certain to be seen as a test of his presidency.

• Details emerge about Fort Hood suspect's history

  7 Nov 2009 | 2:46 am

  He was by turns caring and contentious, a man quick to say "I am blessed" in casual greeting yet one who seemed to stew in discontent that he could not always keep to himself.

• Obama to speak to House Dems as health vote nears

  7 Nov 2009 | 2:02 am

  President Barack Obama is heading to Capitol Hill for talks with House Democrats as they scramble to find enough votes to pass landmark legislation to overhaul the nation's health care system.

• McGinn pulling away as late ballots come in

  7 Nov 2009 | 1:39 am

  Mike McGinn took a decisive lead in the Seattle mayor's race Friday night, leading by 2,384 votes. Joe Mallahan would now have to get about 54 percent of the remaining votes to catch up to McGinn. More results will be released Monday.

• 6 Nov 2009 | 11:01 pm

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:01 pm

  House Democrats clear impasse over abortion holding up vote on health care legislation.

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• SeattleU Swim Teams Face Strong Competition At BYU

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm

  SeattleU men earn five event victories in dual meet, Morehouse lowers own record time in 200 breaststroke

• One Week to Showtime: The SeattleU Women's Basketball Team Preps for Second Exhibition Game

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm

  Get to know the Redhawk guards

• Seattle University Men’s Soccer Falls To Denver University

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:15 pm

  Denver scores twice in minute-and-a-half span in first half on way to victory over SeattleU

• SeattleU Men's Soccer Heads To Denver Before Coming Home For Senior Day

  4 Nov 2009 | 5:00 pm

  Redhawks finish off conference play against Denver, Cal State Bakersfield

• SeattleU Earns 75-54 Victory over Northwest in First Exhibition Contest of the Year

  3 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm

  The Redhawks will take the floor on Saturday, Nov. 7, to take on Saint Martin's at 4 p.m.

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  Seattle Mariners News

• Bedard, Batista, Chavez opt for free agency

  Jim Street

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:35 pm

  Mariners pitchers Erik Bedard and Miguel Batista, along with outfielder Endy Chavez, filed for free agency on Friday.

• Mariners focusing on work yet to do

  Jim Street

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:06 am

  A Major League-best 24-game improvement last season provided a good start for the Mariners' new regime, but taking the next step could be just as challenging.

• Beltre, Sweeney file for free agency

  Jim Street

  5 Nov 2009 | 3:41 pm

  Mariners third baseman Adrian Beltre and designated hitter Mike Sweeney were among the 79 players who filed for free agency on Thursday, the first day eligible players were allowed to file.

• Mariners claim Petit off waivers

  Jim Street

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:29 am

  The Mariners added another pitcher on Thursday, claiming right-hander Yusmeiro Petit off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks.

• Seven Mariners among free-agent class

  Jim Street

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:12 am

  The end of the World Series means the start of a new "season" for seven Mariners free agents: left-handed pitcher Erik Bedard, third baseman Adrian Beltre, first baseman Russell Branyan, left fielder Endy Chavez and designated hitters Ken Griffey Jr. and Mike Sweeney.

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• Friday in Hawkville

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:13 pm

• Seahawks Daily - Week 9 Friday

  Tony Ventrella

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:29 pm

  The Seahawks continued to prepare for the Lions as every active player was on the practice field.

• Tackle Hunger - Seahawks Food Drive

  Tony Ventrella

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:13 pm

  The Seahawks Women's Association is leading the charge with the Tackle Hunger campaign at Qwest Field Sunday.

• Seahawks vs. Lions Notes

  Clare Farnsworth

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:36 pm

  The Seahawks vs. Lions game notes

• Another Hall for Moon

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:34 pm

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• Colts put CB Jackson, S Sanders on IR

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:46 pm

  The injury bug is still haunting the Indianapolis Colts.

• NFL | Colts lose Bob Sanders, Marlin Jackson for year

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:16 pm

  Cornerback Marlin Jackson and strong safety Bob Sanders were lost for the season Friday as the team placed them on injured reserve.

• Every Seahawk on roster practices — even Sean Locklear

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:16 pm

  Offensive tackle participated Friday in a full practice for the first time since suffering an ankle injury in the second game of the season and could start Sunday, said coach Seahawks Jim Mora

• Deon Butler's Rookie Diary

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:46 pm

  Seahawks rookie wide receiver Deon Butler and Seattle Times sports columnist Jerry Brewer continue with Part 8 of their weekly diary about what life in the NFL is like for a rookie. Look for it every Friday.

• Video: Jim Mora talks about healthy team for a change

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:53 pm

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• Can't hush Housh

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:52 pm

  Chad Johnson told T.J. Houshmandzadeh about a photo he'd made for his friend and former teammate. He just didn't tell Houshmandzadeh he was going to post it on Twitter, but that's what he did earlier this week, and somebody put it up in T.J. Houshmandzadeh's locker this week. That's the picture over on the right of this page.There's a poetry to the way T.J. Houshmandzadeh talks. Transcribing an interview is similar to how it felt to transcribe an interview with Gary Payton with a rhythm and a fluidity that doesn't always translate when you take snippets of what he says.In that spirit, here's…

• Video: Jim Mora talks about healthy team for a change

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:57 pm

• Friday report

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:14 pm

  The Seahawks had 53 players participate in a regular-season practice Friday, the first time that has happened in more than a year.That included tackle Sean Locklear, who participated in a full practice for the first time since suffering a high ankle sprain in Week 2. He is listed as probable, which means there's a virtual certainty he would be available for normal duty. Could he start?"He could, but we haven't made that decision yet," coach Jim Mora said. "We like what Damion McIntosh has done. It has been a long time since Sean has played. It's nice to have him available, though."Locklear…

• Special Thursday night chat transcript

  5 Nov 2009 | 7:10 pm

  Well, there was a request made Tuesday to hold an evening Live Chat! We'll try it tonight, and if there are more people on it compared to the first Thursday afternoon chat we held this year, then we'll stick with the evening format on Thursdays.'Hawk Talk: Evening edition, Nov. 5

• Shirt tales: Fan selling the jersey off his back

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:32 pm

  One Seahawks fan has decided to sell the shirt off his back. And in this case, it's a Matt Hasselbeck No. 8 jersey that he has posted on Craig's List.Here's the description from the posting: "I've decided to send my Hasselbeck jersey the way of my Mariners jersey, my Sonics jersey, and the do-do bird: EXTINCT! The below jersey is officially for sale. It is a size large. The price is make me an offer. In addition to the price of the jersey you'll also be required to play left tackle for the remainder of the season or until you are injured, whichever comes first. Enjoy!"

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• Ex-Mariner Moyer to be available for autographs

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:42 pm

  Former Mariner Jamie Moyer will be available for autographs next week as part of fundraising for his foundation.

• Griffey decision might come soon, agent says

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:20 am

  Ken Griffey Jr.'s future with the Seattle Mariners should be determined in fairly short order, Griffey's agent told a Cincinnati sports website on Thursday.

• Putz trade looking better all the time for Mariners

  5 Nov 2009 | 12:45 pm

  Former closer J.J. Putz was regarded as the big piece in last year's 12-player megadeal between the Seattle Mariners, New York Mets and Cleveland Indians, a swap that is looking more and more favorable for Seattle GM Jack Zduriencik.

• Mariners pick up starting pitcher from Diamondbacks

  5 Nov 2009 | 10:52 am

  No, it's not Andy Pettitte, the veteran pitcher who picked up the World Series clinching victory Wednesday night for the New York Yankees. But the Seattle Mariners added pitcher Yusmeiro Petit to their roster Thursday, claiming the starter off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks.

• It's the 27th out for the P-I

  16 Mar 2009 | 12:37 pm

  It's hard to know what is next for the Mariners.

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• Report: Lincecum has agreement on pot charge

  7 Nov 2009 | 12:31 am

  San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum has an agreement with a prosecutor in his home state of Washington that could settle his misdemeanor marijuana charge, The Columbian reported Friday.

• World Series | Yankees enjoy victory parade through Manhattan

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:31 pm

  Crowds roared, church bells rang and streams of paper rained down on Broadway as the New York Yankees celebrated their 27th championship Friday in a way only this city can, with a parade up the Canyon of Heroes.

• MLB | Ex-Huskies pitcher Tim Lincecum makes deal with prosecutors

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:31 pm

  Clark County prosecutors reached an agreement with pitcher Tim Lincecum of the San Francisco Giants that will result in a civil infraction for possession of a marijuana pipe.

• Yanks' Damon wants to return, will explore options

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:46 pm

  Johnny Damon soaked it all in as he shared a float with first-timers Nick Swisher and Jerry Hairston Jr. for the New York Yankees' championship parade through the Canyon of Heroes on Friday. The whole scene made him a little wistful.

• Ramirez to return to Dodgers next season

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:16 pm

  Manny Ramirez is coming back to the Dodgers next season.

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• World Series pitching strategy now at the forefront

  3 Nov 2009 | 10:12 am

  Well, it looks like we now really do have an interesting World Series. Not just to see who will be crowned the best team in baseball. But to judge whether the pitching strategy of Yankees manager Joe Girardi or Phillies field boss Charlie Manuel was the best, First, let me mention that three Mariners prospects -- Dustin Ackley, Phillippe Aumont and Josh Fields -- have been selected to play in the Arizona Fall Leauge's Rising Stars Game on Nov. 7. Ackley is hitting .313 with three doubles, three RBI and a .795 on-base-plus-slugging percentage for the Peoria Javelinas. Aumont doesn't appear to…

• Yankees not out of the World Series woods yet

  2 Nov 2009 | 4:48 pm

  That sigh of relief you heard coming from the New York Yankees dugout last night was from manager Joe Girardi, who nearly had his most controversial World Series strategy blow up in his face. Girardi is going with a three-man pitching rotation in the Fall Classic and it's worked for him up until now. But just barely. The Phillies were one foul tip away from getting out of last night's ninth inning tied and likely going on to win Game 4 with all the momentum swinging their way. But Brad Lidge couldn't shut the door and the Yankees won 7-4 and now hold a commanding 3-1 lead. So, how commanding…

• Happy Halloween

  1 Nov 2009 | 2:14 pm

  This pumpkin tribute to Ken Griffey Jr. was carved up, photographed and submitted by Mariners fan Heather Cuillier. Maybe Griffey's renting it out from Cinderella as his wheels for the night. Join us on Facebook. Geoff BakerCreate Your Badge

• Michael Saunders suffers slight ankle sprain in Venezuela

  30 Oct 2009 | 5:18 pm

  One of you wrote in to me earlier asking why Mariners left fielder Michael Saunders was replaced by a pinch-runner in his winter ball game in Venezuela yesterday. Well, it turns out he'd suffered a slight ankle sprain a few days back and had tried to play on it yesterday. Mariners minor league operations director Pedro Grifol told me that Saunders had been doing some exercises on the ankle and felt well enough to play. Guess he jumped back in there a bit too soon. He'd been swinging a hot bat down there, so I'm sure he was anxious to get back in ASAP. I spoke to Mariners manager Don Wakamatsu…

• Mike Brumley hired as M's third-base coach

  30 Oct 2009 | 3:29 pm

  The Mariners have hired Mike Brumley to replace the fired Bruce Hines as third-base coach, the team announced this afternoon. Brumley, a former major-league infielder, had a stint with the Mariners in 1990. "We talked to candidates inside and outside the organization," general manager Jack Zduriencik said in a press release, "and Mike will be a great fit for us. He's had experience as a major league shortstop, a minor league manager and third base coach and as a minor league field coordinator." Brumley's career intersected with manager Don Wakamatsu when he served as the Texas Rangers' field…

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• M’s Talking Extension with Wilson

  Jon

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:19 pm

  Dejan Kovacevic of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Jack Wilson, the Pirates’ shortstop most of this decade, is discussing a multiyear extension with Seattle that would keep him from becoming a free agent. The Mariners are believed to have offered a two-year contract worth more than the two-year offer the Pirates made Wilson — $8 million — shortly before trading him July 29. No big surprise here.  Wilson was brought to Seattle to be the shortstop for the next couple of years, not to be dumped after a rough debut.

• On Griffey (and Sweeney)

  Jon

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:16 am

  Ken Griffey Jr. and Mike Sweeney made Seattle’s DH spot one of the least productive in the league and their clubhouse the most cuddly.  Both players would like to return to their 2009 roles, but it’s pretty obvious that the Mariners need a major upgrade if they want to take the next step.  Griffey and Sweeney definitely improved morale in ‘09, and that can only be seen as a good thing.  I can’t comment on how much effect it had on the field, but it definitely contributed positively to making Seattle a place players want to stay and hopefully a place a few more free…

• The Offseason! (M’s Claim Petit)

  Jon

  4 Nov 2009 | 9:34 pm

  After a postseason that perked my interest less than any postseason I can remember, I am happy to announce the official beginning of the offseason.  Tomorrow players are eligible to file for free agency.  Teams will have exclusive negotiation rights to their free agents until the 19th.  The General Manager Meetings (not to be confused with the Winter Meetings) start Monday. The Seattle Mariners made a move today, claiming RHP Yusmeiro Petit off waivers from the Arizona Diamondbacks.  Petit is a nice free pickup, but don’t get too excited.  After all, the Diamondbacks gave up on the…

• A Few Odds and Ends

  Jon

  2 Nov 2009 | 3:01 pm

  Aroldis Chapman and Felix Hernandez Phil Rogers, Chicago Tribune: The Aroldis Chapman market is going to be interesting to judge. The Mariners are the latest team to jump seriously into the bidding, possibly hoping to have another front-line arm so they can deal Felix Hernandez before he reaches free agency. Rogers must have had a hard time figuring out how to open his article, because this is just stupid.  The Mariners wouldn’t go after Chapman as a replacement for King Felix.  The Mariners are kicking the tires on Chapman because he’s a good prospect, and good organizations…

• 40-Man Roster Candidates

  Jon

  31 Oct 2009 | 6:27 pm

  The deadline for big league teams to set their rosters for the Rule 5 draft is coming up in a few weeks.  Last November Gaby Hernandez, Marwin Vega, Stephen Kahn and Greg Halman were added to the Seattle Mariners 40-man in order to protect them from being drafted in the Rule 5. There are a ton of Mariners minor leaguers that will be available in Rule 5, but most will be safe given that teams selecting have to keep each pick on their 25-man roster for the entire season.  All but the highest profile position players are safe because of this reason.  Pitchers are more easily hidden in middle…

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• Friday's practice report

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:39 pm

  Coach Lorenzo Romar gave the Huskies the day off Thursday so it's not surprising he was preaching "energy, energy" at today's practice inside Harshman gym. The players responded during the early portion of practice that was open to the media. Senior co-captain Quincy Pondexter also kept the energy high barking: "every practice is game day" during a conditioning drill. Everyone was on the court, including Justin Holiday who missed Wednesday's exhibition. Tyreese Breshers continues to alternate time in practice riding a stationary bike and running drills with the team on the floor. A FEW WORDS…

• An interview with walk-on Brendan Sherrer

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:24 pm

  Had a chance to talk to walk-on Brendan Sherrer this week. Sherrer is the only one - so far - to make the team after Washington held a tryout for 8-10 players. Another tryout Rudy Sharar, a junior guard from Bainbridge Island, has been working out with the team, however, coach Lorenzo Romar officially added Sherrer to the roster. Sherrer, a 6-9, 240-pound sophomore forward out of Archbishop Murphy High in Everett, did not dress for Wednesday's s exhibition win over Central Washington, but he was on the bench in street clothes. (How do you feel?) "I still can't believe it. It's kind of like a…

• Video: Clarence Trent brings down the house

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:06 am

  A few posters asked where they could find this link and I didn't discover it until a UW official pointed me in the right direction. Here's a look at Clarence Trent's rim-rattling alley-oop dunk from C.J. Wilcox. Washington's future looks to be in pretty good hands with these two freshmen.

• Wright State ticket update

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:06 pm

  Washington has sold about 7,200 tickets for each of the three games for the Athletes in Action tournament at Edmundson Pavilion that includes UW's regular-season opener against Wright State. About 2,800 tickets remain. A poster during today's live chat asked "if tickets purchased to the Belmont/Wright State/Portland State games gain us admission to the earlier game of the day?" and a UW official said a ticket gets you into both games that day only. The first game will start at 4 p.m. and the Huskies play the nightcap at 7 p.m. Games are Nov. 13, 14 and 15. Also, coach Lorenzo Romar and former…

• Live chat replay

  5 Nov 2009 | 7:04 pm

  Thanks for your patience. We'll hold our first live chat of the season here today at 12:30. Lot's to talk about: last night's game, the early signing period, UCLA nearly losing to a NAIA school, etc. Looking forward to it. Be gentle. It's my first live chat. UW Men's Basketball Live Chat with Percy Allen

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• W. Soccer. Huskies Fall Just Short Against No. 4 UCLA

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:27 pm

  The Washington women's soccer team hung tough with No. 4 UCLA but U.S. National Team player Lauren Cheney was too much for the Huskies to overcome as the Bruins escaped a miserable night and treacherous field conditions for a 2-1 victory Friday at Husky Soccer Field.

• W. Volleyball. No. 4 Huskies Roll To Sweep Of No. 5 Cardinal

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:48 pm

  Revenge was sweet tonight for the fourth-ranked Washington volleyball team as the Huskies swept No. 5 Stanford 25-21, 25-23, 25-19 tonight at Bank of America Arena in front of 4,557 fans.

• W. Tennis. Dy Powers Into National Indoor Semifinals

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:41 pm

  For the second time in two months, Washington women's tennis has a singles semifinalist at one of the three majors in college tennis, only this time it is sophomore Denise Dy.

• Football. Dawgs Arrive In Los Angeles

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:21 pm

  The Washington football team has settled into its hotel for the evening in preparation for its game tomorrow afternoon vs. UCLA at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena.

• W. Basketball. McLellan Shows Off Her Range In Win Over Seattle Pacific

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:25 pm

  Laura McLellan is known more as a post player, but she displayed some range with a late 3-pointer in the Huskies win over Seattle Pacific on Nov. 5.

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• Huskies Working To Get Better

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:40 pm

  The message is clear to the Husky men's basketball team after their exhibition game vs. Central Washington: work hard and get better.

• Husky Hoops Rewind

  5 Nov 2009 | 1:37 pm

  GoHuskies.com takes a look back at Washington's exhibition opener against Central Washington, plus exclusive video of Clarence Trent and Quincy Pondexter's alley-oop dunks.

• Washington Post-Game Quotes: vs. Central Washington

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:26 pm

  I was, I wouldn't shocked, but pleasantly surprised at the energy that we came out with tonight given the fact that I think it's been nine consecutive days that we've practiced and you're supposed to take one day off a week and we did that last week. But, because we played midweek and we were behind from the week with the flu, we wanted to keep going to try to shore some things up...for us to come out and play with the intensity that we did in spite of that, I was pleased with the effort.

• Huskies Cruise To 77-48 Win Over Central Washington

  4 Nov 2009 | 7:20 pm

  Washington beat Central Washington 77-48 on Wednesday at Bank of America Arena in the Huskies only tune-up game of the season.

• Washington Hosts Central Washington In Exhibition Contest

  3 Nov 2009 | 1:46 pm

  The University of Washington men's basketball team plays its only exhibition game of the upcoming 2009-10 season on Wednesday, Nov. 4 when it takes on Central Washington in a 7 p.m. tipoff at Bank of America Arena.

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  The Seattle Times: Husky Men's Basketball Blog

• Friday's practice report

  6 Nov 2009 | 6:39 pm

  Coach Lorenzo Romar gave the Huskies the day off Thursday so it's not surprising he was preaching "energy, energy" at today's practice inside Harshman gym. The players responded during the early portion of practice that was open to the media. Senior co-captain Quincy Pondexter also kept the energy high barking: "every practice is game day" during a conditioning drill. Everyone was on the court, including Justin Holiday who missed Wednesday's exhibition. Tyreese Breshers continues to alternate time in practice riding a stationary bike and running drills with the team on the floor. A FEW WORDS…

• An interview with walk-on Brendan Sherrer

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:24 pm

  Had a chance to talk to walk-on Brendan Sherrer this week. Sherrer is the only one - so far - to make the team after Washington held a tryout for 8-10 players. Another tryout Rudy Sharar, a junior guard from Bainbridge Island, has been working out with the team, however, coach Lorenzo Romar officially added Sherrer to the roster. Sherrer, a 6-9, 240-pound sophomore forward out of Archbishop Murphy High in Everett, did not dress for Wednesday's s exhibition win over Central Washington, but he was on the bench in street clothes. (How do you feel?) "I still can't believe it. It's kind of like a…

• Video: Clarence Trent brings down the house

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:06 am

  A few posters asked where they could find this link and I didn't discover it until a UW official pointed me in the right direction. Here's a look at Clarence Trent's rim-rattling alley-oop dunk from C.J. Wilcox. Washington's future looks to be in pretty good hands with these two freshmen.

• Wright State ticket update

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:06 pm

  Washington has sold about 7,200 tickets for each of the three games for the Athletes in Action tournament at Edmundson Pavilion that includes UW's regular-season opener against Wright State. About 2,800 tickets remain. A poster during today's live chat asked "if tickets purchased to the Belmont/Wright State/Portland State games gain us admission to the earlier game of the day?" and a UW official said a ticket gets you into both games that day only. The first game will start at 4 p.m. and the Huskies play the nightcap at 7 p.m. Games are Nov. 13, 14 and 15. Also, coach Lorenzo Romar and former…

• Live chat replay

  5 Nov 2009 | 7:04 pm

  Thanks for your patience. We'll hold our first live chat of the season here today at 12:30. Lot's to talk about: last night's game, the early signing period, UCLA nearly losing to a NAIA school, etc. Looking forward to it. Be gentle. It's my first live chat. UW Men's Basketball Live Chat with Percy Allen

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  Washington Football news

• Dawgs Arrive In Los Angeles

  6 Nov 2009 | 4:21 pm

  The Washington football team has settled into its hotel for the evening in preparation for its game tomorrow afternoon vs. UCLA at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena.

• Freshman QB Price Honing His Skills

  5 Nov 2009 | 4:55 pm

  Keith Price got a little extra work during the Huskies' bye week. He continues to adjust to both the college game and to college life.

• Rested Dawgs Getting Re-Focused On UCLA Game

  3 Nov 2009 | 9:32 am

  As the Husky football team turns it focus to its matchup with UCLA this Saturday in the Rose Bowl, much of the talk at Monday's weekly press conference was centered on the benefits of last week's bye.

• Dawgs Return To Action At UCLA

  2 Nov 2009 | 6:49 am

  After a week off, the Washington football team returns to action this Saturday with a 12:30 p.m. game against UCLA in the Rose Bowl.

• Bye Week Gives Dawgs A Chance To Rest

  28 Oct 2009 | 12:01 pm

  Washington is the last team in the Pac-10 to have its bye week. After eight straight games against eight good teams, the UW welcomes the break.

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  The Seattle Times: Hockey

• NHL | Dallas Stars wear down Vancouver goalie

  7 Nov 2009 | 1:46 am

  The Dallas Stars peppered Vancouver rookie goaltender Cory Schneider with a flurry of shots — and finally a couple found the back...

• Seattle Thunderbirds lose third straight game

  7 Nov 2009 | 1:16 am

  For the Seattle Thunderbirds, that sick feeling on Friday night wasn't all about the flu that wiped out 14 players on the team's recent...

• Carcillo, Emery lead Flyers past Sabres

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:16 pm

  Daniel Carcillo scored twice and Ray Emery made 28 saves to lead the Philadelphia Flyers to their fifth straight victory over the Buffalo Sabres, 5-2 on Friday night.

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• Wild Ginger? I'll say. Fancy/hole-in-the-wall: you say?

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:50 am

  From the initial comments on my overview of the new Wild Ginger and its Seattle counterpart today, I can see they're coming out of the woodwork already. Nah, not the attractive hostesses, the servers pointing out the signature dishes that helped put the Ginger atop Zagat's "Most Popular" index for 20 years, nor the sommeliers here to assist with a wide world of grape juice. I'm talking about the readers who need to note you'll find "better," more "authentic" and far less fussy Asian food -- priced for a bargain feeding frenzy -- at restaurants in the ID and Little Saigon, in the strip malls…

• Foodportunity opportunity + Emmer & Rye @ Art of the Table

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:25 pm

  If you're a food-blogging Tweet-and-greeter, chances are I ran into you last night at the second Foodportunity event at the Palace Ballroom. These food-networking shindigs, put together by Frantic Foodie Keren Brown, are a lot of fun for a social butterfly like me, and they're open to the public, so stay tuned for the next one. While there, I heard Ethan Stowell tell an audience he prefers not to read blog-reviews while Kurt Dammeier swears he loves them. Panelists (from left) Kurt Dammeier, Tamara Murphy, Ethan Stowell (photo/Nate Naismith, Far Sighted Images) I learned that a very excited…

• NYT posts "100 Things Restaurant Staffers Should Never Do"

  5 Nov 2009 | 3:47 pm

  Journalist and author Bruce Buschel is opening a seafood restaurant, and in preparation for that he's put together a two-part list of "100 Things Restaurant Staffers Should Never Do." The first debuted in the New York Times last week, the second ran today. His list pushed all the right buttons re: wrong-doing, and I'm not surprised at his readers' (voluminous) reaction, having seen it before when I've delved into the subject of service. A decade ago, after taking the job as Seattle Times restaurant critic, I posted a list of my own restaurant service peeves -- among them many cited by…

• Tom Douglas and Jackie Cross set to open new restaurant

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:42 am

  On the eve of the Dahlia Lounge's 20th Anniversary celebration , Jackie Cross confirms what I heard this morning: she and her husband and business partner Tom Douglas will open another restaurant next door to Etta's in April. Pots, pans, another restaurant. You'd be smiling, too. You know the space as the home furnishings store, Habits, on the corner of Western Avenue and Virginia. The idea for the new place "is a work in progress," says Jackie, and while the details remain under wraps for now, it will not be an extension of Etta's, she says. It will, however, "be a whole new world, a whole…

• Right on 'cue: Casper's to bring BBQ and more to Shoreline

  4 Nov 2009 | 10:25 am

  Be still my beating BBQ lovin' heart: that rascal Casper Townsend has gone and done it again, only this time he's opening another outlet of Casper's a Taste of the South even closer to my front door. If all goes accordingly -- and I'm counting on it -- he and his staff of rib-ticklin' Southern foodstuff-savvy servers will be yelling "Come and get it!" in Shoreline by early next month. Casper, smiling at his Lake Forest Park "Come-get-some, Sugah!" shack. Read more...

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  The Seattle Times: Entertainment

• Police: LA celebrity burglaries led by 19-year-old

  7 Nov 2009 | 1:42 am

  Investigators cracked a youthful burglary ring that preyed on Hollywood's rich and famous, often brazenly walking into their unlocked homes to make off with cash, jewels and family heirlooms, authorities said.

• Guests for the Sunday TV news shows

  7 Nov 2009 | 12:13 am

  Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows:

• Honolulu Symphony cancels remaining 2009 concerts

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:16 pm

  The Honolulu Symphony said Friday it's canceling concerts for the rest of the year and filing for bankruptcy, citing a big drop in donations.

• Rihanna: Chris Brown 'had no soul in his eyes'

  6 Nov 2009 | 10:16 pm

  Rihanna on Friday described the horror she felt as her ex-boyfriend Chris Brown was biting and punching her during a violent argument in February, saying she saw "no soul in his eyes."

• Nick Counter, Hollywood studios' negotiator, dies

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:46 pm

  Nick Counter, a longtime negotiator for Hollywood producers who led the studios through two grueling writers' strikes last year and in 1988, has died. He was 69.

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  Redfin sweet digs Seattle

• The $8,000 Home-Buyer Tax Credit Has Been Extended & Expanded

  Chris Glew

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:52 pm

  Earlier today, President Obama signed new legislation extending the deadline for the home buyer tax credit into 2010 and expanding it to include current home owners who are looking to buy a primary residence. The Basic Requirements You qualify for the tax credit if the: Home you’re buying will be your primary residence Purchase price isn’t more than $800,000 This credit is not a loan; it’s yours, but keep in mind you have to live in your new home for three years. If you sell the home in less than three years, you’ll have to pay back the money. What’s Changed? With the new…

• Redfin Partner Agents Arrive in Pierce County & Federal Way!

  Lisa Taylor

  6 Nov 2009 | 2:48 pm

  As promised last month, Redfin just partnered with local agents in Tacoma and Federal Way, South and East Pierce County and Gig Harbor & Key Peninsula to help you buy or sell homes. With Redfin agents focusing on serving the Seattle area, we decided to partner with experienced, local agents in the Tacoma area to bring you even better service. Redfin only partners with agents whom we have carefully chosen to uphold our standards of outstanding customer service, transparency, and better value. Check out our service area below: If you buy or sell a home with a Redfin partner, at closing he…

• The Market Wrap Up for September

  Chris Glew

  28 Oct 2009 | 11:32 am

  Let’s take at look at the September numbers for King & Snohomish Counties and see how they compare to a year ago. King County 12,912 homes were for sale, down 16% from September 2008 2,016 homes sold, up from 1,872 in September 2008 The median sales price was $349,000, down 8% from September 2008 Snohomish County 7,070 homes were for sale, down 23% from September 2008 755 homes sold, up from 692 in September 2008 The median sales price was $282,000, down 11% from September 2008 We get these numbers from the NWMLS. Dig Deeper Into the Trends These numbers are for King county. To see…

• Case-Shiller: Seattle Plateaus While Other Markets Spike

  Tim Ellis

  27 Oct 2009 | 6:19 pm

  It’s time for our monthly check-in of the S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Indices (HPI). Starting this month, we will be basing all of the charts in this series of posts on the seasonally-adjusted data provided by S&P. For the full source data behind this post, plus non-seasonally adjusted and tiered price data, hit the S&P/Case-Shiller website. For an explanation of how the Case-Shiller data is calculated, check out their methodology pdf. Also remember that the data released on the last Tuesday of a given month is for the period two months prior (i.e. – August data is…

• Redfin Has The Top Three Buyers’ Agents In September

  Chris Glew

  22 Oct 2009 | 10:59 am

  Our Seattle agents had another great month in September! Of the 2,100+ buyers agents who closed a deal in King & Snohomish Counties, the five of the top seven work at Redfin: Rank Agent # of Deals Total Sales 1 Trevor Smith 11 $5,092,000 2 Cheryl McLaine 9 $4,181,455 3 Allie Howard 9 $2,911,300 5 Febe Cude 7 $2,925,950 7 Loren Ellingson 6 $2,516,902 916 Corey St. John 1 $418,000 1186 Klaus Gosma 1 $340,000 1426 Chelsea Mitchell 1 $296,000 When you work with Redfin, you work with some of the most successful and most active agents in the region. Our agents know what’s going on in the…

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  urbnlivn, a seattle condo & real estate blog

• Loft for Rent at 87 Virginia

  Matt

  5 Nov 2009 | 8:16 pm

  Urbnlivn old time commenter, EconE, now in LA is still watching for cool places in Seattle and forwarded over this place at 87 Virginia. $1,650/month. Includes private view deck. Here’s what EconE had to say: Just thought you might want to blog it as IMHO it’s probably one of the coolest buildings in Seattle. You could throw some humor in about the wonderful view of transients in the park or easy access to a daily drum circle.

• Marselle Sells 20 Condos in October

  Matt

  4 Nov 2009 | 3:04 pm

  I got a note from Steve at Marselle that they sold 20 homes in October. Putting them at 31 sales, leaving 101 of the 131 units yet to be sold. Turns out that 50% of their homes are priced under $300k. They have 2 homes left on the 1st floor and have recently released the 2nd & 3rd Floors with new pricing. They are offering some good incentives: 5% Down Still, No PMI and No HOA dues until January of 2011. All Homes include secured parking and storage. Unit Sf. Type Price 310 554 Open 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony $214,990 208 562 Open 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Balcony $219,990 309 642 Open 1 Bedroom 1…

• Moda Repossessed?

  Matt

  3 Nov 2009 | 11:17 am

  Hideous Belltown has a curious story about Moda, The Moda’s Hilarious and Hazardous Predicament: I received an email from tipster Chad on Friday. He detailed an outlandish story: he was walking by the Moda Apartments on 3rd, between Bell & Battery and saw some rather large men scaling the side of the building on tall ladders, apparently without the knowledge of Moda management. They proceeded to partially dismantle at least five of the building’s balconies and throw them into their truck. When Chad asked the guys about it, they said that the Moda owed them $20,000 and they…

• Sweet Modern Townhomes on Lakeview Blvd

  Matt

  2 Nov 2009 | 7:57 pm

  The Lakeview Townhomes on Eastlake look pretty nice. Here’s Unit B (there’s five units): They’ve got crazy industrial kitchens: And awesome bathtubs: Definitely worth a weekend open house drive-by but priced out of my range at $935,000 for 1,735 square feet.

• The Summit, Avaview, and Sunrise on the Lake Going to Auction

  sarah.davies

  29 Oct 2009 | 1:19 pm

  36 units total will be auctioned off on December 5th. All units will be open for touring 11am to 5pm daily Oct. 31 – Dec. 4. The Summit This is a smaller building built in 1968 a few blocks northwest of Brix. It has 14 units, all of which have been recently remodeled and are going up for auction. Minimum bids range from $140k to $250k. These are one and two bedroom units ranging from 531 to 795 square feet. Avaview This is also smaller building, only 11 units, in the north end of Ballard (technically Crown Hill) near Dick’s built in 1988. They are auctioning off six units: one and…

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  Rain City Guide

• Friday’s Rates following the Jobs Report

  Rhonda Porter

  6 Nov 2009 | 9:25 am

  This is the first Friday of the month and if you’ve been reading my rate post for a while, you know this means that The Jobs Report was released this morning.   The data from the Jobs Report revealed worse than expected data with unemployment at 10.2%  and 190,000 non-farm payroll jobs lost in October.   We now have the highest unemployment since 1983.   Those employed also face cutbacks–the average workweek for October was reported at a record low 33 hours.    Bad news for the economy tends to translate to improved mortgage rates as investors seek the safety of bonds,…

• Two Homebuyer Credits in One Bill

  ARDELL

  5 Nov 2009 | 3:42 pm

  Well it’s all approved and just needs the President’s Signature, so I think we can pretty much call this Homebuyer Credit Bill a done deal. I am not going to call it an extension of the $8,000 credit, for fear that too many will miss the added $6,500 credit for *move up buyers. Two credits in one bill. We won’t have the IRS links until after the Bill is passed, of course, but I updated my post of last week to reflect all of the things I expect this bill to have. Very little change from what was expected. On the $6,500 credit start date, so far my info suggests contract date…

• Fannie Mae Announces Deed for Lease Program

  Rhonda Porter

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:18 am

  In a press release this morning, Fannie Mae announced a new program for homeowners who are facing foreclosure and who do not qualify for a loan modification:  Deed for Lease.  Distressed homeowners would complete a deed in lieu of foreclosure back to the lender anad then rent their home from the lender at market rate.   Leases may be up to 12 months followed with a month to month option.   Jay Ryan, Vice President of Fannie Mae says: “This new program helps eliminate some of the uncertainty of foreclosure, keeps families and tenants in their homes during a transitional period,…

• Investors, Tax Credit & 90 Day Seasoning.

  ARDELL

  5 Nov 2009 | 9:16 am

  I rarely write on investor topics, because most of my topics come from recent issues discussed with one or more of my clients. But this week I was speaking with one of the few investor clients I choose to work with, though I use the term “work with” loosely, as most of the time I tell him “no, I don’t think that’s going to work out well for you.” The client is looking at relatively lower priced homes. Without getting into too much detail due to confidentiality reasons, suffice it to say that the property purchased would end up back on market in a short…

• Escrow Trenches: nutty funding conditions

  Tim

  4 Nov 2009 | 11:49 am

  Recall those episodes where Jerry Seinfeld grits his teeth and in one exasperated and frustrated breadth says, “Neeeewman!” Similarly, so do title and escrow staff in dealing with lender funding conditions and other challenges that seemingly are for no other purpose but to drive us to the closet for our straight-jackets. Unfortunately, some conditions cannot be easily met at the moment the request comes over the fax or e-mail.   Some require work that delays closings.  Or, in extreme cases a condition can completely shut down all other transactions you are working on for a…

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  Fine Living at Seattle Dream Homes

• Open House & Tours of Historic Sacred Places

  20 Oct 2009 | 8:45 am

  Tacoma's Historic Sacred Places: Open House & ToursSunday, Oct 25, 1-5pmAt 1pm, bells will toll across the city, opening 15 historic churches and synagogues for tours and programs. This free event, sponsored by Historic Tacoma, celebrates Tacoma's diverse collection of religious architecture, as well as the contributions each congregation has made to the development and vitality of the City. Participants will enjoy building tours, exhibits and music ranging from organ to traditional Slovak to gospel, while viewing soaring architectural spaces, stunning stained glass, and hand-carved…

• Seattle Home Show 2

  18 Oct 2009 | 10:31 pm

  Seattle Home Show 2 Oct. 22-25; autumn spinoff of February's big show; home and garden products and services, furnished and landscaped model homes, "Meet the Experts" seminars, Qwest Field Event Center, Seattle. 425-467-0960.A full-year subscription to Better Homes and Gardens magazine will be included in Seattle Home Show 2 paid admissions.

• Incredible Craftsman built on the site of the old Swedish consulate

  14 Oct 2009 | 2:04 am

  Incredible views overlooking Interlaken Park and Lake Washington are the hallmarks of this Craftsman home built on the site of the Swedish consulate on Capitol Hill.The home has 5 bedrooms and 4 baths and has been built with an incredible attention to detail, with no expense spared. This home is built high above Interlaken, and near Volunteer Park. The open floor plan is great for entertaining and provides an ease to everyday living. Two sets of French doors open onto a large deck. For those that appreciate the difference between truly custom construction and standard builder fare; the home's…

• Exciting furnishings in at Neiman Marcus in Bellevue

  10 Oct 2009 | 1:30 am

  Seattle and Bellevue has waited and Neiman Marcus delivers with there new store at the Bravern. Fabulous style, deluxe materials, marvelous decor, the style does not disappoint.The iconic style has come to the Northwest and all is well with the world.While some pundits have questioned whether or not the Seattle area can support these luxury stores, there is no question that residents of thePacific Northwest have the quality of taste. But will they open their pocketbooks to make the purchase?Luxury velvets, plush fabrics embrace classic designs. These would look fabulous in anyones home. But…

• Design Salon: Next Style?

  5 Oct 2009 | 12:37 am

  Part of this year's AIA Design Salon series, a yearlong exploration of the place of style in architectural discourse.DateOctober 28, 6:30-8:30pLocationArchitecture Hall Room 147UW College of the Built EnvironmentCostFree for AIAS Members$5 AIA Member, Associate or StudentCost includes appetizers.

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  Gruvr.com: Seattle Concerts

• Map of Seattle Washington concerts

  7 Nov 2009 | 4:41 am

  Click for map of all Seattle Washington shows or on individual concert maps to set email reminders.

• Tuesday 10th: Puscifer tickets Seattle at Moore Theatre

  7 Nov 2009 | 4:37 am

  Moore Theatre 1932 2nd Ave Seattle 98101

• today! : Billy Joel tickets Seattle 98109 at Key Arena

  7 Nov 2009 | 4:34 am

  Key Arena 1702 Middle Country Rd. Seattle 98109 11720

• Wednesday 11th: Celtic Thunder Seattle at Mccaw Hall

  7 Nov 2009 | 4:31 am

  Mccaw Hall 305 Harrison Street Seattle 98109

• Thursday 12th: pixies tickets Seattle at Paramount Theatre - WA

  7 Nov 2009 | 4:27 am

  Paramount Theatre - WA 911 Pine St Seattle 98101

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  The Waterland Blog

• Cop-Shooting Suspect Once Attended Highline Community College

  Scott Schaefer

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:45 pm

  Friday afternoon (Nov. 6th), shortly after Seattle Police Officer Timothy Brenton’s memorial concluded, a suspect named Christopher J. Monfort was shot outside his apartment building in Tukwila, prompting a massive outpouring of police to the area. Police were apparently serving a search warrant on Monfort, 41, when he pulled out a weapon. He was shot on the scene and is currently under custody at Harborview Medical Center. Monfort apparently attended Highline Community College in Des Moines, where he ran for student government in 2003. According to HCC’s “Thunderword”…

• LETTER TO THE EDITOR: “I’d Like To Thank The Voters Of Des Moines…”

  Scott Schaefer

  6 Nov 2009 | 7:56 pm

  Dear Blog Editor, I would like to thank the voters of Des Moines for granting me another four years to represent our great city. While Des Moines has struggled to overcome a number of adversities over the years, we are poised to build a bright future for all of our residents … one that reflects the values of our community, takes advantage of our ties to Puget Sound and our proximity to regional transportation facilities, and one that ensures a rational, sustainable level of city services for our residents. I’ve been proud to serve as your City Councilmember for the past four…

• New Batch Of H1N1 Vaccines Arriving & Here’s An Interactive Map

  Scott Schaefer

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:20 pm

  King County Public Health announced Friday (Nov. 6th) that it is now offering a limited supply (15,000 for now) of H1N1 vaccines to qualified people at area pharmacies, including one in Des Moines, one in Kent and another in Federal Way (see interactive map below). To get vaccinated, you have to make an appointment by telephone, and meet the criteria listed below: Pregnant women People who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age People between the ages of 6 months and 24 years old People between 25 through 64 years of age with chronic health conditions or weakened immune…

• Des Moines Man Convicted Of Making Threats Against Boeing, Oil Companies

  Scott Schaefer

  6 Nov 2009 | 1:50 pm

  The Seattle Times is reporting that Gino Turrella, a Des Moines man, has been convicted of 19 felony counts for threats he made against Boeing, Shell Oil and Chevron Oil. Turrella was convicted Friday (Nov. 6th) in US District Court in Seattle after a jury deliberated about five hours following a four-day trial. According to the Times, Turrella was convicted of: 2 counts of making interstate communications with threat to injure persons 7 counts of making threats by instrument of interstate commerce 1 count of possessing a firearm during threats of violence 9 counts of identity theft He faces…

• Are You A Veteran Or In The Military? You Can Get A Free Car Wash Nov. 11th!

  Scott Schaefer

  6 Nov 2009 | 12:39 pm

  Veteran’s Day is this coming Wednesday, Nov. 11th, and Brown Bear Car Wash will be honoring vets and current service military with free car washes all day, including the Des Moines location at 22706 Marine View Drive. As a way of saying “thanks” to our military, Brown Bear will be offering free “Bear Essential” car washes to all current or former members of the military, including spouses. “Our organization is proud to honor veterans and service personnel,” said Brown Bear President and founder Vic Odermat, himself a Marine Corps veteran. “While…

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  Seattle/LocalHealthGuide

• The debate over selling insurance across state lines

  KaiserHealthNews

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:50 pm

  Republicans want you to be able to buy health insurance across state lines. Good idea?

• 15,000 doses of H1N1 vaccine arrive at pharmacies in Seattle and King County

  Michael McCarthy

  6 Nov 2009 | 3:32 pm

  Many of the 44 participating pharmacies are taking appointments by phone today; some will be holding walk-up clinics without appointment next week

• Clips: H1N1 stories in the news

  Michael McCarthy

  6 Nov 2009 | 11:13 am

  H1N1 shortages sparks anger and confusion. FDA goes after bogus flu products on the Internet.

• Washington state uses Twitter and other online tools to provide H1N1 flu info

  LocalHealthGuide

  5 Nov 2009 | 3:47 pm

  Washington Department of Health has online and traditional tools to provide you with information about H1N1 "swine" flu.

• Clips: Health stories in the news

  Michael McCarthy

  5 Nov 2009 | 1:30 pm

  New York Times technology columnist David Pogue describes medical iPhone apps