As legislators continue work to come to an agreement on the state operating budget and a funding solution for schools, work has continued to refine the Carbon Pollution Accountability Act, which could provide as much as $500 million annually for the general fund while also reducing harmful carbon pollution. Today, a new proposal was introduced that will help reduce pollution, fund education and other vital services and boost Washington’s rural economy.
This year’s annual statewide “Click It or Ticket” campaign will take place between May 18-31. During these dates, motorists in Washington can expect to see extra seat belt patrols, which will include an emphasis on children who are not properly restrained.
Seven Lake Washington School District (LWSD) elementary schools have been helping the Kirkland Police Department by participating a naming contest for the Kirkland Police Department’s (KPD) two new Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs). Children submitted potential names for the new UTVs and the names are now open for a community vote through May 22.
Drivers on Interstate 405 between Bellevue and Lynnwood should prepare for possible delays Friday evening through Monday morning.
Brian Healy, a teacher at Environmental and Adventure School (EAS) in Kirkland, and Eastlake High School’s Environmental Club were recognized as Earth Heroes at School by King County during an event held on May 5.
With temperatures expected to reach 80 degrees this weekend and the annual boating season under way, King County health and safety officials are urging everyone to be safe around open water.
Toby Nixon announced May 8 that he will seek re-election to the Kirkland City Council. Nixon currently hold position 4 on the council and was first elected in 2012.
Plans are underway to redevelop Kirkland’s only mobile home park in the Juanita neighborhood into residential property.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars post 2995 will be distributing Memorial Day Poppies at selected locations around the greater Bellevue, Redmond and the Plateau from May 22-25.
The city of Kirkland has announced the highly anticipated completion of the Park Lane Enhancement Project, slated for unveiling this May.
Cascade Bicycle Club has declared May as Bike to Work Month and on May 15, 2015, bicyclists throughout the regional will rally early in the morning for Bike to Work Day.
Kirkland residents Mary Claire Squires and Amanda Johnson won first place at the International DECA Competition in Orlando, Fla. on April 19.
This summer, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) in Kirkland is offering several new programs to help students get a jump-start on their education. For the first time, the college is offering a variety of robust summer programs designed for high school students and adults.
The smartest culinary students in the west represent the Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) in Kirkland according to the American Culinary Federation (ACF).
Nine Lake Washington School District (LWSD) students have been honored by the Washington State PTA (WSPTA) for achievement out of more than 1,000 entries from across the state in this year’s PTA Reflections Arts in Education program.
Students, teachers and other members of the school community in King County who inspire and educate others by showing how simple, everyday conservation actions can contribute to a healthier planet were honored May 5 at King County’s annual Earth Heroes at School ceremony.
The Kingsgate Library in Kirkland is currently undergoing a major renovation, including a redesign of the interior space, new shelving, carpet, paint and other upgrades. The project is anticipated to last 10-12 months.
The Woodmark Hotel in Kirkland will hold a career fair from noon to 3 p.m. on May 12 at the Bin on the Lake restaurant.
The Rotary Club of Kirkland gave out $14,000 in scholarships at its regular meeting last week.
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced May 6 that three Lake Washington School District students will receive National Merit $2500 Scholarships, including Kirkland resident Jeremy Harrison of Tesla STEM High School.