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Race for state representative seat in Pierce County separated by 4 votes

PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. — A state legislative seat in Pierce County is coming down to a razor-thin margin, with tens of thousands of ballots already counted. It could flip to a Democrat for the first time in more than a decade. Pierce County's Legislative District No. 25 has two...

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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 · 1d

thurstontalk.com

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Everyone’s Favorite Toy Brick Is Coming to Yelm

One part play, one part engineering, one part creativity, 100% fun. This is LEGO building if you are an AFOL (adult fan of LEGO). But all ages will love seeing what these incredible builders create at Backyard Bricks! Open to the public on January 1, 2027, at the Yelm Community Center, there is no admission and parking is free. Kick off the New Year with this family-friendly event!

Yelm, WA · 2d
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Medina Foundation Hands Yelm, Grays Harbor Groups Millions in Final Grants

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Thurston County is getting $3 million for a permanent Yelm clubhouse, and it's not alone — nonprofits across Thurston and Grays Harbor counties just landed some of the largest individual grants the Seattle-based charitable foundation has ever made. The money is part of a final round of transformational grants, each ranging from $1 million to $5 million, awarded to 42 nonprofits as the Medina Foundation spends down its remaining resources before shutting its doors in 2027.

Thurston County, WA · 1d
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KIRO 7 Seattle

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Pierce County legislative race tightens as Jacobsen holds narrow lead

Pierce County election results tighten as Republican Cindy Jacobsen holds a slim lead over Democrat Jenn Marie Strickling.

Pierce County, WA · 1d

Tacoma News Tribune

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New Pierce County boutique with a beachy, vintage style opens soon

The Big Dark may be upon us, but it’s summer somewhere. At Kspek , Gig Harbor’s newest boutique in the downtown business district with a target opening date of Nov. 28, bold patterns, sun-faded fabrics and the slightly fuzzy, cottony texture of beach towels feature brightly in sweatshirts, jackets and bags. Led by Kathleen Vanderspek, a fashion designer who formerly worked for brands like Tommy Bahama and Buki , a Seattle-based brand specializing in travel luxury wear, the new studio at 7706 Pioneer Way will be Vanderspek’s first brick-and-mortar shop. She previously sold her products online and via Harbornest , another downtown boutique that will continue carrying her products. “I love the nostalgia of a vintage beach towel, and that’s really what drew me to working with them,” said Vanderspek in an interview Tuesday, adding that she grew up on Lake Michigan and spent a lot of time at the pool and going to the beach, taking her beach towel everywhere. Most of the towels she upcycles into sweatshirts and bags are from the ‘80s and ‘90s, she said, which she’s found to hold up over time and that feature playful geometric patterns, fun colors and landscape designs. After leaving

Gig Harbor, WA · 2d

The Chronicle

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Matthew Anthony hired as new Experience Chehalis executive director

Matthew Anthony has been selected as the new executive director of Experience Chehalis, the organization announced in a news release on Thursday.  Anthony will officially begin in the role

Chehalis, WA · 1d

The Olympian

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Smash burger restaurant opens in Thurston Co. New apartments planned in Tumwater

PNW Smash Burger , the father and son dream of Alexander and Xander Mararac, is now reality as the grand opening of the business is set for Saturday, Nov. 14. “After a long wait, we are officially opening our doors!” they said in an email. Both have food experience. Alex grew up working in his parents’ Filipino restaurant in South Tacoma, he said, and Xander, his son, studied culinary arts at the New Market Skills Center in Tumwater and was set to do the same at South Puget Sound Community College until the program closed, The Olympian previously reported. Let’s get to the important stuff: What’s a smash burger? It’s a balled up beef patty that is then flattened on a hot surface, stainless steel or cast iron, giving the burger a seared and crispy edge while maintaining its juiciness, the Mararacs told The Olympian. What’s on the menu? For one, the Alpine smash burger: Using 100% ground chuck, they then add grilled onions, melted Swiss cheese and top it with truffle garlic aioli sauce and serve it on a buttered toasted potato bun. Where can you get one? 730 Sleater Kinney Road SE, Suite D. They intend to operate

Tumwater, WA · 1d

The Chronicle

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Chehalis Outfitters to host Turkey Bowl, putt-putt challenge as part of chamber's Business After Hours event

Chehalis Outfitters will host the Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce's annual Turkey Bowl as part of its November Business After Hours event from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19. The event

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