Originally published on 425. The city of Kirkland has purchased a former Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints property in the Kingsgate neighborhood for $10 million, with plans to transform the site into a community center. The 3.28-acre property includes a 15,635-square-foot building with space to accommodate a 8,000-square-foot gymnasium alongside classrooms, a kitchen, […]
Originally published on 425. This article originally appeared in our sister publication, West Sound. Bill Covert is a hero. And that’s not just a compliment — he’s the real deal. The Bainbridge History Museum recognized Covert as a History Hero volunteer in 2024, citing his work to fulfill the organization’s mission to “preserve and share […]
Originally published on 425. Edmonds Classic Car Show Vintage motorcycles and cars will be on loving display from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept. 6 on Edmonds’ Main Street as part of the Edmonds Classic Car Show. A community staple for more 20 years, the Edmonds Chamber-organized gathering will have around 300 vehicles out […]
Originally published on 425. Two student bands from Bach to Rock’s Redmond location earned national recognition in the music school’s sixth annual National Battle of the Bands competition. In the middle school division, Murder on Mars took first place. In the elementary school division, Evergreen Titans was named a runner-up. After local and regional contests, […]
Originally published on 425. Salt & Straw’s Apple Series Returns Salt & Straw’s popular seasonal apple series returned on Friday and will continue through Sept. 24. Ringing in the start of the fall season, the limited-time special has five flavors to choose from: salted caramel apple pie (which is a brand-new addition), apple cider donuts, […]
Originally published on 425. If you’ve only seen Woodinville through the windshield while driving, it may be time to see the city’s prospects through a new lens. By putting foot to pedal, visitors can immerse themselves in a unique combination of wine country and charming downtown scenery by bike. “Many cycling destinations are simply places […]
Originally published on 425. Schacktoberfest is back at the Schack Art Center for its annual harvest-themed festivities Sept. 3–27. A way to get into the fall spirit, the event welcomes artwork from more than 100 regional artists for an exhibition and silent auction, as well as 1,000 glass pumpkins that stand in for a pumpkin […]
Originally published on 425. Construction has begun on a new South County Fire station along North Road. Replacing Hilltop Fire Station 22, the Bothell project is intended to improve emergency response and firefighter safety, My Edmonds News reported. The project is expected to be completed by late 2027. “With the new fire station, we’ve really […]
Originally published on 425. The city of Redmond announced today that it has expanded the service area for RedLink — a free, on-demand, all-electric ride service — to include the Redmond Community Center at Marymoor Village, the Woodbridge neighborhood in Southeast Redmond, up to Northeast 104th Street on Education Hill, including Hartman Park and the […]
Originally published on 425. The Fermi Explorer Mission, a new Redmond-based nonprofit, today unveiled its roadmap to launch humanity’s first spacecraft to another star system by the end of 2029. Fermi Explorer’s journey toward Alpha Centauri is expected to span roughly 80,000 years, as shown in this concept video. The spacecraft only needs to be […]
Originally published on 425. An environmentally focused broadcast meteorologist and children’s book author. An entrepreneurial hair artist who grew her passion into an empire. A bold daughter whose unspoken grief fueled her creative endeavors as a playwright, activist, author, and podcaster. A journalist and public speaker who literally wrote the book on keeping the peace […]
Originally published on 425. Jared England is an apple guy to the core. The fifth-generation grower’s family started planting apple trees in Manson, overlooking scenic Lake Chelan, in the late-1800s — and he’s working to keep that history alive for his farm and others. “We like to think that these apples are the happiest apples […]
Originally published on 425. Monroe’s totemic Evergreen State Fair kicked off in late August — and it has one more weekend (Sept. 3–7) of festivities until it says goodbye for the summer season. It’ll have all the usual staples — fair food, a carnival, inter-event contests, vendors galore, and more — plus a Sept. 3 […]
Originally published on 425. Sept. 2 — Tori Amos, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Woodinville Sept. 11 — Squeeze, Marymoor Park, Redmond Sept. 11 — Matthew Morrison, Edmonds Center for the Performing Arts, Edmonds Sept. 15 — Boz Scaggs, The Paramount Theatre, Seattle Sept. 17 — Jon Lovitz, Edmonds Center for the Performing Arts, Edmonds Sept. 18 […]
Originally published on 425. Nearly 200 donors and community members raised a record $415,200 to support student scholarships, programs, grants, emergency aid, and more for years to come. The evening featured a student showcase, remarks from college leaders, a live auction, and the “Raise the Paddle for Student Success” segment. Student speaker Morgan Burke shared […]
Originally published on 425. Every August the world’s best young female softball players come to Kirkland for the Junior League Softball World Series. The Cats & Dawgs Kirkland Classic kicks it all off at Lee Johnson Field, a free Welcome Rally open to the community—Parade of Champions, live DJ, performances, and a celebrity game captained […]
Originally published on 425. Gather your coven for a bewitching evening at the Blue Fox Drive-In celebrating the release of “Practical Magic 2” on Sept. 10-13 and 19-20. The Blue Fox Drive-In is located on Whidbey Island, where the first film was shot. Working with the local gift shop The Crow’s Roost, the two local […]
Originally published on 425. Time travel to the roaring 1920s at this New Orleans jazz den-inspired event from the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art titled “Password: Poetry” on Sept. 4. Upon arriving at the Frank Buxton Auditorium, ticket holders will be required to provide a predetermined password to enter the auditorium, or “speakeasy.” Once inside, […]
Originally published on 425. Bloodworks Northwest, a regional blood supplier for the Pacific Northwest, and pet retailer Mud Bay have teamed up for Bloodworks’ ongoing “Give Blood. Rescue a Human.” campaign. The pet-inspired initiative looks to celebrate the bond between people and their furry friends and encourages donations throughout the region, according to a press […]
Originally published on 425. Kenmore destination The Lodge at St. Edward Park is closing for a year to build a new 15-pool spa. The Seattle Times reported on Friday that the 5-year-old hotel, once a seminary, will lay off in October 86 workers as part of the closure, though its co-owner, developer Kevin Daniels, qualified […]
Originally published on 425. Before he was a winery owner selling bottles across the U.S. and beyond, Mark McNeilly was juggling shifts as a waiter in Kirkland while selling wine for a local distributor. In 1999, he started what he called a “very small garage project,” which later became Mark Ryan Winery — “Ryan” being […]
Originally published on 425. The Eastside’s iconic and influential Bellevue Collection soon could have a new owner. The Kemper Freeman family, which owns the property through the Kemper Development Co., announced today that it has begun exploring a potential sale. The family said it is in the early stages of the process and plans to […]
Originally published on 425. Eat Local Month is returning next month for a fourth year, putting a spotlight on the Washington farms, fishers, and producers that put the food on our plates every day. All September long, farms and restaurants statewide are participating in Eat Local Month’s Get a Taste of Washington State campaign, where […]
