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Hike Without the Haze

Hike Without the Haze

How to find clear trails during Washington’s fire season

Summer is nearing an end, and it’s time to get that epic last-minute hike in before the rain and snow descends on the mountains. With so many amazing hikes close to Seattle it’s hard to know where to start…

Back Page: 'He is a Homosexual'

Back Page: ‘He is a Homosexual’

Revealing new light on a complex problem

Even today, almost 57 years later, the cover line is provocative, bold, and arresting…

Must List: 6 Things to Do in Seattle This Week

Must List: 6 Things to Do in Seattle This Week

Aug 22 - Aug 28

Pilots, planes, and Mr. Blue Sky

Happy Thursday! We’ve got some great stuff to do if you’re kicking around this week…

Black Co-Op Fund Marks Black Philanthropy Month

Black Co-Op Fund Marks Black Philanthropy Month

Free livestream event showcases contributions and challenges of Black philanthropists

Seattle’s Black Future Co-Op Fund is celebrating Black Philanthropy Month by hosting a free livestream event promoting Black generational wealth…

KEXP Returns to Mexico

KEXP Returns to Mexico

Live sessions, Latin music, and a global connection

KEXP has always been about discovering new music and sharing it far and wide. That’s nothing new, and staffers are now returning to Mexico City this October. This time, KEXP is hosting…

From Tahini Cream to a Tunnel Boring Machine

From Tahini Cream to a Tunnel Boring Machine

Three new Seattle books to cozy up with this fall

Fall isn’t just about cozy sweaters, walking on crunchy leaves at Green Lake, and masala chai from Miro Tea — it’s also when the shelves start filling up with books begging to be read. These three Seattle-connected titles should be at the top of your list. And with the holidays speeding toward us like they always do, it’s never too early to start scoping out gifts.

Bumbershoot Poster Feeds Seattle

Bumbershoot Poster Feeds Seattle

Festival artwork goes to a good cause

Looking to add some art to your walls while supporting an important cause? Bumbershoot’s limited-edition poster will do both. For $40 or $60, each poster sold provides 80 meals through a virtual food drive organized by Conscious Alliance as part of its “ART THAT FEEDS” initiative. This effort is part of the Bumbershoot Gives Back,…

A Seattle Barista's Perspective

A Seattle Barista’s Perspective

This has been quite a brewed awakening

As a barista of three years, I’ve come to admire the many different types of coffee and the people who drink them…

Our Best Kept Secret? It's Right Outside

Our Best Kept Secret? It’s Right Outside

Seattle named most outdoor-friendly city in the U.S.

Seattle was found to be the most outdoor-friendly city in the U.S., beating out places like Denver, Portland, and Grand Rapids…

Must List: 6 Things to Do in Seattle This Week

Must List: 6 Things to Do in Seattle This Week

Sips, tats, and laughs

Seattle’s buzzing with all kinds of news this week. Starbucks just brought in a new CEO, and everyone’s wondering what changes are coming. With Husky games kicking off later this month, sailgating is the talk of the town — and yes, it’s as fun as it sounds. On the food scene, two West African spots…

Belltown Blooms 

Belltown Blooms 

Celebrate Seattle’s creative core at the Mural Festival

Stroll down the streets of Belltown over the next five days, and you’re likely to see scissor lifts and cherry pickers hoisting local artists up the sides of buildings, with paint cans tucked around the corners of alleys, and a new bloom of vibrant color throughout the entire neighborhood…

Starbucks Names Chipotle Boss as New CEO

Starbucks Names Chipotle Boss as New CEO

Brian Niccol replaces Laxman Narasimhan

Starbucks Corp. hopes Brian Niccol can do for the coffee giant what he did for Chipotle’s Mexican Grill…

Why Working from Home Doesn’t Work

Why Working from Home Doesn’t Work

Trend hurts cities, culture, and personal growth

While the benefits of remote work are evident, including broader access to talent, enhanced family flexibility, and reduced commuting, it is crucial to confront the drawbacks…

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