Feliks Banel
JP and Gertrude license plate bill likely headed to desk of ‘Patches Pal’ governor
A small but dedicated team of “Patches Pals” are pushing to create a commemorative license plate honoring JP Patches and Gertrude.4 years ago
Feliks Banel
Locally-made lightbulbs cast unique glow on HBO’s ‘Gilded Age’
John Jenkins, founder of the SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention in Bellingham, was tapped to build authentic electrical props for HBO's "Gilded Age."4 years ago
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: Northport, Velvet Station, and The Little Dalles
To learn more about Washington's lesser-known border communities, this time we point the virtual ‘Heritage Cruiser’ toward the town of Northport.4 years ago
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: What will become of the ‘ruins’ of Longacres?
A plan to build a Sounders headquarters at the old Longacres site has a history sleuth wondering what this means for the “ruins” that remain.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
UW Russia expert: Ukraine could be worst war in Europe since 1945
An expert on Russian policy at the UW says that as inevitable as Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine seemed, it’s still shocking see it unfold.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
Early World War II history repeats itself with Russia, Ukraine crisis
We can learn a lot from looking at Adolf Hitler's actions in the late 1930s compared to what Putin is doing now with Ukraine.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
All Over the Map: Beloved Narrows Plaza Bowl says farewell this weekend
It took a lot of people by surprise when it was announced last weekend that Narrows Plaza Bowl would be closing for good this Sunday.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
World War II battle mural hidden for decades in Oak Harbor
More than 60 years ago, a business owner on Whidbey Island took extraordinary steps to save a one-of-a-kind World War II mural.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: History blooms at the Great Northern Railway’s Monroe greenhouses
Flowers and plantings were once an important part of the travel industry, at least for the Great Northern Railway circa the 20th century.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
Former Washington Gov. Dan Evans reflects on storied career, state of modern GOP, and more
It makes sense that Dan Evans – Washington's de facto elder statesmen -- has finally gotten around to publishing his autobiography.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
‘The Boat Show, The Boat Show, The Big Seattle Boat Show!’ marks 75 years
The Seattle Boat Show is back in person this year after going online in 2021, just in time to celebrate its 75th anniversary.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: Have you seen the ‘Whidbey Island Man’?
He’s been a big friend to U.S. Navy aviators in the Northwest for more than 50 years. Meet “Whidbey Island Man.”5 years ago
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: Hidden railroad artifact uncovered near Enumclaw?
An amateur history sleuth may have discovered a hundred-year-old railroad artifact hidden in the woods north of Enumclaw.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
Seattle school levy: Does ‘yes’ vote mean demolish or preserve Memorial Stadium?
Does a “yes” vote on a new Seattle school levy mean demolition or preservation of Memorial Stadium? Right now, it's unclear.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
From the KIRO Newsradio archives: The wreck of the Valencia
The Valencia was a 252’ long passenger steamer. It was on is way to Seattle when it ran aground southeast of Bamfield, B.C., on Jan. 22, 1906.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
Anakú Iwachá: Long out-of-print book of Yakama legends and stories is back once again
A long out-of-print book of legends and stories from the Yakama Nation – "Anakú Iwachá," or “The Way It Was” – is available again in a new edition.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
Celebrate ‘Spirit of ’62’ with KIRO Newsradio and MyNorthwest
In 2022, KIRO Newsradio’s Feliks Banel will present a series of stories, video, and media to mark the 60th anniversary of the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: Cape Disappointment 2, Visitors 0
A forgotten missionary -- Jonathan S. Green -- really wanted to visit the Pacific Northwest, and especially the Columbia River, nearly 200 years ago.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
Slim, Jim, and Jay: Revive the 30-mile Cascade Tunnel for cars and trains?
The recent snow that shut down traffic over the passes inspired a former member of Congress from Seattle to reach out to Gov. Inslee with a bold solution.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: How an Auburn family stayed in touch by locomotive and dish towel
When Auburn was a serious railroad town, there was one local railroad engineer who had a unique way to let his wife know he would soon need a ride home.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
Family seeks Hall of Fame honor for long-ago UW football hero
One standout All-American figure from the UW football team’s early days is missing. Huber “Polly” Grimm's grandson is working to change that.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: Who named the ‘Inland Empire?’
The nickname “Inland Empire” probably peaked in usage on maps and tourist literature decades ago, describing a region with Spokane at its center.5 years ago
Feliks Banel
Seattle’s Guild 45th owners submitted preliminary application for demolition permit in Nov. 2021
The Guild 45th's marquee and sign were removed Tuesday, but the theatre in Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood is not facing imminent demolition.5 years ago
