Voodoo Doughnut bound for Denver

A decade ago, doughnut aficionados crowned Krispy Kreme the trendy treat.
   Then Seattle fell for Top Pot, while Portland soon drooled over Voodoo.
   Now Voodoo is expanding to Denver.
   Known for its offbeat décor and pink boxes as well as its odd but scrumptious doughnuts, Voodoo currently runs...

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New seismic model shows widespread faults

For years, Western Washingtonians have braced for “the big one” – a Cascadia subduction zone earthquake approaching magnitude 9.0.
   This week, geologists revealed a list of potential earthquake hot spots that include smaller faults across Washington. Their report may rattle some who figured only...

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Allen completes album for summer release

You know this Seattle native by what he does: software co-founder. NFL and NBA team owner. Philanthropist.
   Rock guitarist and songwriter.
   Oh, the last line tripped you up?
   Paul Allen is indeed a lifelong musician. The founder of the EMP Museum (formerly called Experience Music Project)...

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The WALLY team celebrates Teacher Appreciation Month

This week the WALLY team was in Portland celebrating Teacher Appreciation Month with Schoolhouse Supplies, an award-winning nonprofit that supports public education in Portland. The team was volunteering at the Free Store, helping Portland teachers find supplies they needed for their students...

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Six tips to help keep your teen driver safe

Parents who get rattled by sobering news stories about teen-driving accidents often ask, "What can I do to keep my child safe?"

We often stress two points in particular: Actively ensure your family follows the graduated-licensing law, and consider setting your own "house rules" appropriate for your...

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WALLY heads to Portland for the 13th annual Pug Crawl

Boy, the WALLY Team sure was busy this past weekend, and we loved every second of it! In addition to watching the Sounders take on F.C. Dallas, attending the Girls on the Run 5k at Seward Park, and joining Storm fans at the Storm pre-season opener game, we also had the opportunity to take a trip to...

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WALLY joins Girls on the Run of Puget Sound for Spring 5k

 

Over the weekend, the WALLY team joined the Girls on the Run of Puget Sound for its graduation 5k, which brings young girls and their families out to Seward Park to celebrate the culminiation of a 10-week after school running program. Many participants arrived bright and early to prepare for the...

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Seattle “Storms” past the Tulsa Shock in this weekend’s preseason home opener

 

After several months of waiting, KeyArena is once again rocking to the sound of thousands of loud and proud Storm fans. After fighting tooth and nail the entire game with multiple lead changes down the stretch, the Storm pulled off a victory winning 63-59 against the Tulsa Shock. Tina Thompson led...

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Early start times challenge high schoolers

Everett School District may schedule high school classes to begin at 7:10 a.m. this year, 20 minutes earlier than usual.
   The switch aims to save $163,000 on transportation costs.
   Some parents are voicing concern, noting their kids already struggle to stay awake in 1st-period class. Experts in...

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Frost damage bites Washington cherry crop

One year after a record-setting cherry harvest, a recent cold snap has slashed Washington’s expected yield by almost one-third.
   Washington ranks No. 1 in the country for sweet cherry production, and it accounts for 80% of the cherries grown in the Northwest states. In 2012, Washington growers...

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