http://www.mynorthwest.com MyNorthwest.com delivers up-to-the-minute local news and information for Seattle and the greater Puget Sound area. en-us 15 144 21 http://www.mynorthwest.com http://www.mynorthwest.com/img/lg_mynw_144x21.gif http://www.mynorthwest.com?nid=874&sid=2279257 Rachel & Sean flew to Austin, TX to compete in (and make a documentary about) the 36th Annual O.Henry Pun-Off World Championship. Heres what happens at a pun competition. Tue, 21 May 2013 17:44:32 PST http://www.mynorthwest.com?nid=874&sid=2276123 When Seattle band Queensryche split up last year, separating the lead singer from the band, both parties wanted to use the name they came up with 30 years ago. They took the case to court, and the judge decided to come back to the case over a year later. Meanwhile, both bands are touring and making albums under the same name: Queensryche. Rachel spoke with lead singer Geoff Tate. Thu, 16 May 2013 17:17:53 PST http://www.mynorthwest.com?nid=874&sid=2275263 Seattle dancer and choreographer, Ezra Dickinson, created a piece that describes his relationship with his schizophrenic mother. The dance takes place downtown, at various outdoor locations, to represent his mothers time on the streets. Wed, 15 May 2013 17:46:00 PST http://www.mynorthwest.com?nid=874&sid=2274317 A new book called "The Secret Lives of Baked Goods" explores the folklore and history behind desserts from German Chocolate Cake to the Pop Tart. Tue, 14 May 2013 17:26:22 PST http://www.mynorthwest.com?nid=874&sid=2273188 One of Washington states last drive-in movie theaters will live on thanks to the generosity of supporters from all over the world. Mon, 13 May 2013 13:04:22 PST http://www.mynorthwest.com?nid=874&sid=2271143 White hat hackers are hired to protect companies from the evil hackers who break into their systems and steal information. There are only 20 of these firms in the US, and many of them are here in Seattle. Thu, 09 May 2013 17:15:30 PST http://www.mynorthwest.com?nid=874&sid=2270283 Rachel Belle joined the Union Gospel Missions Search and Rescue Van on their nightly visits to homeless encampments around Seattle. Wed, 08 May 2013 17:28:54 PST http://www.mynorthwest.com?nid=874&sid=2269230 A Kirkland woman with cerebral palsy may be confined to a wheelchair, but that hasnt stopped her from skydiving...and do-gooding. Thankful for her sight, shes driving her wheelchair 300 miles to raise enough money to pair up a blind person with a seeing eye dog. Tue, 07 May 2013 17:36:08 PST http://www.mynorthwest.com?nid=874&sid=2268348 Ill introduce you to two men who spend years eating vegetarian and vegan, until they discovered ethical butchery. One is the owner of Seattles Dots Delicatessen and the other is the author of the new book, "The Ethical Butcher." Mon, 06 May 2013 18:07:35 PST http://www.mynorthwest.com?nid=874&sid=2266006 Redmonds Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center puts more than 200 disabled people a week on horses to help with their various ailments, not to mention confidence and self esteem. They have recently been joined by a new horse named Blaze, a gift from the Seattle Police Department. Thu, 02 May 2013 17:01:28 PST