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It should be quieter and less dangerous in SeaTac and Des Moines this Fourth of July.

This will be the first Independence Day that a complete ban on fireworks goes into effect in the two cities.

As a veteran of three wars, retired Sgt. Maj. Jack Jaunal has racked up 33 years of military service and a stack of 22 awards that begin with a Purple Heart Medal.

Jaunal, who will preside as grand marshal over Burien's Fourth of July…MORE

Out of more than 450 project entries, the Seattle Public Library Ballard branch was one of 11 winners nationwide to receive the American Institute of Architects Honor Award (AIA) that recognizes design excellence.

Burien Mayor Joan McGilton said the issue of trust was what she heard most clearly during three recent "community conversations" on the potential annexation of the North Highline unincorporated area.

"Does the Burien community trust seven…MORE

Air Force Airman Jasmine D.

A walk down the main hall at Youngstown Cultural Arts Center surrounds you with creativity. Art lines the walls while open doors provide a glimpse into workshops, studios and the cluttered offices of community organizations. At the end of the…MORE

Assistant city attorney Ed McKenna deals with crime on a regular basis but describes himself as rabid about one in particular - graffiti.

McKenna came to Ballard last week to talk about a trend that some residents worry is on the rise.…MORE

The West Seattle Senior Center is inviting clientele over for lunch at its newly renovated digs on Southwest Oregon Street. The center's lunch program provides nutritious meals for people over 60 at a suggested confidential donation of $3 a meal…MORE

Police officers could be pulled out of three Highline high schools in January if the school district cannot reach agreement with Burien, SeaTac and King County on funding.

Superintendent John Welch has recommended that funding for school…MORE

A spokesperson for Safeway characterized a proposed discount gas station in Crown Hill as uncontroversial.