The Washington State Fair is Now Open
Sep 4, 2026, 11:05 AM
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New this year is the free K9 Kings Flying Dog Show, where rescue and shelter dogs leap, soar, and perform aerial tricks.
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The Washington State Fair is Now Open
Originally published on 425. New this year is the free K9 Kings Flying Dog Show, where rescue and shelter dogs leap, soar, and perform aerial tricks.
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Feel Good Friday: Women to Watch, a New Community Center, and a Battle of the Bands Win
Originally published on 425. Read our latest cover story, learn about a new Kirkland project, and more in this week’s Feel Good Friday.
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City of Kirkland Buys Former Church for New Community Center
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, […]
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The Bainbridge Island History Buff Helping Bring Stories to Life
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 […]
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Out & About: A Car Show, Marymoor Live’s Summer Finale, and a Lighthouse Festival
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 […]
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Redmond Student Bands Shine in Bach to Rock National Competition
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, […]
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