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Multi-city energy efficiency program, Energy Smart Eastside, launches

From July 26- September 27, five 1-hour online workshops will take place.

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Business

EvergreenHealth launches Community Funded Grant Program

Nonprofit organizations are encouraged to apply for the one-year $25,000 grant award.

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Multi-city energy efficiency program, Energy Smart Eastside, launches

From July 26- September 27, five 1-hour online workshops will take place.

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July proclaimed as Juvenile Rehabilitation Staff Appreciation Month

DCYF’s Juvenile Rehabilitation system serves over 700 youth throughout the state.

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Third round of Pandemic EBT to arrive in late July for eligible families

The DSHS benefits program assists school-aged children facing food insecurity.

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988 national suicide, crisis hotline to launch soon

The three-digit calling code goes live July 16.

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King County Sheriff’s Office to implement changes on public safety deliverance

Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall will begin implementing new changes to the agency in September.

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Sexual assault advocates speak out about loss of bodily autonomy following Roe v. Wade decision

According to the CDC, 15% of rape assaults across the nation result in pregnancy.

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Federal government announces monkeypox vaccine distribution to WA

State has been allotted 398 courses of the 2-dose JYNNEOS monkeypox vaccine.

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Kirklanders invited to celebrate expansion of Feriton Spur Park

The event will take place on July 13 from 5:30-8:00 p.m. at the park.

Reproductive rights protest at Cal Anderson Park on May 14, 2022. Hannah Saunders/Sound Publishing

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The falling of Roe v. Wade: Through the eyes of a local abortion access hotline volunteer

The Northwest Abortion Access Fund (NWAAF) is already receiving calls from people in Texas and Louisiana.

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Business

How one man left the tech industry to live out his cookie monster dreams

Michael Pinckney opened Pinckney Cookie Cafe in 2009 after leaving the technology industry.

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Business

Studio East prepares for Summer Teen Musical, Mamma Mia!

The shows will take place at the Kirkland Performance Center from July 30 through August 7.

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Dr. Faisal Khan appointed as next King County health director

Dennis Worsham will continue to serve as interim director until September 6.

Houghton Community Council. June 27, 2022. Courtesy of Christopher Neir.

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Houghton Community Council to dissolve on July 9

The Houghton Community Council hosted their final council meeting on June 27.

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Business

EvergreenHealth ranks in top 10% of U.S. hospitals for outstanding patient experience

EvergreenHealth is among the top 105 hospitals across the country for patient experience.

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King County approves emergency grant after U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade

Washington is expecting an influx of people seeking abortions from out of state.

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Business

2023 Explore Kirkland tourism grant applications are now open

The purpose of the tourism program is to fund special events that attract visitors.

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Kirkland Police investigate shooting involving three children

The victims — ages 17, 13, and 5 — were transported to local hospitals and are in stable…

Joanna Paul and her son. Courtesy of Sleepy Little Nugget.

Business

Sleepy Little Nugget helps new parents and babies sleep better

Joanna Paul started her business when she noticed a lack of sleep support classes as a new mother.