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Kitsap Transit Foot Ferry Stuck in Limbo as Dead Battery Has No Fix in Sight

The Annapolis-Bremerton foot ferry has been suspended indefinitely, and Kitsap Transit says it simply doesn't have enough working vessels to run the route. The disruption started on Oct. 22, when the M/V Waterman was pulled from service over mechanical issues, and the agency now says the damage runs deeper than a routine repair.

Bremerton, WA · 3d
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You Could Spend All Day Inside Washington’s Biggest Used Bookstore With 500,000 Books

Somewhere in Tacoma, Washington, there’s a red brick building with one word on the side, and that word is “BOOKS,” and honestly, that’s all it needs to say. Tacoma Book Center is the largest independent used bookstore in Washington State, and it’s holding over 500,000 books inside, waiting for you to show up.

Tacoma, WA · 5d
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KIRO 7 Seattle

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3 WA school districts prepare to sue state over funding

Three Washington school districts are preparing to sue the state over education funding.

Tacoma, WA · 3d

KIRO 7 Seattle

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SR 167 Expressway to start tolling in December

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) makes it official — the State Route 167 Expressway in Fife will start asking for toll payments on Dec. 14 at 5 a.m.

Fife, WA · 2d

MyNorthwest.com

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‘We’re getting worse results than ever’: McKenna backs Ferguson’s criticism of Reykdal as WA school districts prepare to sue

Three major Washington school districts are preparing to sue the state over education funding, prompting former Attorney General Rob McKenna to ask why increased spending hasn’t resolved either district budget problems or concerns about student performance. Speaking with host Charlie Harger on “Seattle’s Morning News” on KIRO Newsradio, McKenna...

Washington · 2d

Washington is for Adventure

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Three Tacoma museums go free on the same Thursday night each month, and there’s a glass bridge you can walk for free anytime

Tacoma's Museum of Glass, Washington State History Museum, and Tacoma Art Museum all open free on Third Thursday evenings, and this month that's November 19. Here's how to stack them with a walk across the Chihuly Bridge of Glass. The post Three Tacoma museums go free on the same Thursday night each month, and there’s a glass bridge you can walk for free anytime appeared first on Washington is for Adventure .

Tacoma, WA · 7h

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King County Shrinks Vashon Septic Inspection Zone From 1,300 Parcels to Just 75 Properties

King County has dramatically scaled back a proposal that would have required septic inspections on roughly 1,300 waterfront parcels on Vashon Island, narrowing the plan to about 75 properties clustered along isolated shoreline stretches. County officials say the smaller zone can still satisfy the minimum requirements of state law while sparing hundreds of homeowners from new inspection mandates.

King County, WA · 1d

KIRO 7 Seattle

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Tacoma cake boutique resumes decorating classes after rebuilding from fire

Tacoma's Celebrity Cake Studio reopens its doors after a devastating 2024 arson attack destroyed the long-standing bakery.

Tacoma, WA · 20h

Waterland Blog

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Will the Krull’s turkeys get a pardon this year? Normandy Park food drive will take your vote through Nov. 26

The Krull family’s ninth annual “Dinner or Pardon” food drive is underway in Normandy Park, where neighbors can donate nonperishable food for Transform Burien and cast a vote on whether the family’s turkeys should be spared or served for dinner. The drive runs through Thanksgiving Day,...

Normandy Park, WA · 1d

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Port Orchard retirement home honors veterans with handmade quilts

At 94 years old, Carl Klingbeil has had plenty of time to reflect on his years of military service. For four years, he served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War, spending a year and a half aboard a destroyer escort in the Pacific. Serving in the military was...

Port Orchard, WA · 1d

Tacoma News Tribune

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‘Only seen this in textbooks.' Pierce Co. girl's journey with rare brain malady

Kinley Harriman was 10 days old when she had a stroke. It was the summer of 2017 when her mother, Kayla Harriman, rushed her to Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital, where staff prepared to perform heart surgery. Just before Kinley went to the operating table, an ultrasound revealed something completely different: an ultra-rare brain condition called Vein of Galen Malformation (VOGM). Kinley — who lives in Bonney Lake with Kayla, her stepfather and two younger brothers — was the one person out of every 3 million with VOGM, according to a 2023 study from Duke University. Boston Children’s Hospital says the condition happens when arteries in the brain connect to veins instead of capillaries. The capillaries normally act as a buffer, slowing down blood flow; but with VOGM, bypassing the capillaries causes high-pressure blood to rush straight into the veins. VOGM is nearly 100% fatal if left untreated, according to the Journal of Neurosurgery — often leading to heart failure and severe brain injuries. Because the condition is so rare, specialized treatment is scarce, often forcing families out of state for complex surgeries — including the Harrimans, who flew across the country six times to see specialists at Boston Children’s Hospital.

Bonney Lake, WA · 10h

everafterinthewoods.com

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Puerto Rican Mofongo And Pernil Come In Portions Big Enough To Share At These 4 Washington Kitchens

Mofongo starts with green plantains that get fried, then mashed with garlic and crispy pork cracklings. That’s it. That’s the whole magic trick, and somehow it turns into one of the most filling dishes on any plate. Then there’s pernil. It’s pork shoulder soaked in garlic, oregano, and...

Lakewood, WA · 1d

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Tacoma Hospital Sees E-Bike Injuries in Kids Nearly Double, Warns of Skull Fractures

Doctors at Mary Bridge Children's Hospital in Tacoma have treated 30 children so far in 2026 for e-bike and e-scooter trauma, compared with 20 during all of 2025, and the injuries are getting worse: skull fractures, spinal fractures and facial fractures among kids whose average age is just 12. The...

Tacoma, WA · 7h

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Letter to the Editor | PSD and its Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying policy

I appreciated the article by Christina Henry in the October 28 Gig Harbor Now summarizing the study session presenting follow up of the PSD’s work on Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying. I attended the session and reviewed the written materials that are now available on the district’s website. I spoke...

Gig Harbor, WA · 1d

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West Valley’s close-knit Eagles prepare for Franklin Pierce playoff test

SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — For West Valley quarterback Nate Zettle, the Eagles’ playoff run began well before the first game of the season. He pointed to spring football, seven-on-seven work and summer training as the time the players grew close. The time together has made the team feel...

Spokane, WA · 2d

Normandy Park Blog

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DAL Law Firm: Keeping your estate plan private with a Revocable Living Trust

DAL Law Firm: Keeping your estate plan private with a Revocable Living Trust. Many people are surprised to learn that not all estate planning documents are private. In Washington, when someone passes away with a will, their will is filed with the court and becomes part of the public record. This means details about assets, beneficiaries, and distributions may be accessible to anyone looking for them.

Washington · 1d

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Lakewold Gardens to Light the Night at Winter Glow Festival

Lakewold Gardens is hosting its Winter Glow light festival this holiday season. Running the weekends of Dec. 11-13 and 18-20, the display invites visitors to stroll through the darkened gardens and check out light displays that accentuate its natural beauty. Visitors can also stop by the grounds' Wagner House, which will be decorated for the holidays.

Lakewood, WA · 22h

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Tacoma City Council continues work on budget, allocates some funding for community service officers

The Tacoma City Council is working to pass a balanced budget for 2027-28. The city was facing a $40 million budget deficit. Tacoma's city manager shared a budget proposal with the council last month, including program cuts and plans to increase revenue. As it stands, the city plans to eliminate...

Tacoma, WA · 22h

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Provide Input on Recommendation to Close Maritime High School

The Highline School Board will consider the superintendent's recommendation to close Maritime High School at the end of the 2026-27 school year. Before making a decision, the Board will hear from students, families, staff and community members. There are three upcoming opportunities to provide public testimony:. Wednesday, Nov. 18: School...

Des Moines, WA · 22h