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Two gas stations in Bellevue were robbed, and authorities believe these incidents are part of a broader crime spree affecting the Eastside region. This alarming situation raises concerns about public safety and the increasing prevalence of such crimes in local communities.
A series of gas station robberies has prompted an investigation by law enforcement in King County, particularly on the Eastside, early Tuesday morning. The incidents have raised concerns about public safety and the potential escalation of similar crimes in the region.
Issaquah, WA has been awarded the Silver What Works Cities Certification by Results for America, marking it as the first city under 70,000 globally to achieve this recognition. The award highlights Issaquah's exceptional use of data to inform policy-making, improve services, and engage with residents effectively.
Issaquah, WA, has been awarded the prestigious Bloomberg Philanthropies What Works Cities Certification, becoming the first city under 70,000 in the world to achieve this recognition. The award highlights the city's exceptional use of data in governance and decision-making.
The 'Issaquah Highlands School Spotlight' article shares important updates from the Issaquah School District, including a bond initiative for energy-efficient facilities, online learning options for students, and summer support resources. It also highlights community events like a back-to-school resource fair and preschool program enrollment, showcasing the district's commitment to education and community engagement.
The Issaquah Highlands Community Association (IHCA) is conducting online elections for its Board of Directors until June 17, 2024. Homeowners can vote for candidates in their districts and approve IRS Revenue Ruling 70-604 regarding excess operating income. Voting is facilitated through the Votegrity platform.
Issaquah Highlands resident Dave Dandeneau has been named May's Volunteer of the Month for his contributions as a garden ambassador at Vista Gardens, where he created a shared herb garden and shared gardening insights, highlighting the benefits of community gardening on family health and relationships.
Upcoming construction will commence on the Parcel 9 project in Talus, focusing on the final stabilization walls. The work is set to begin on June 3, 2024, and will last approximately six months.
Three community volunteers were honored at the 44th Annual Community Awards in Issaquah Highlands. Zinna Park received the Youth Leadership Award, Ben Armlin was awarded the Community Builder Award, and Kashif Zahoor was named Volunteer of the Year for their outstanding contributions to community engagement.
Staff Code, a nonprofit founded by two high school students in Issaquah Highlands, is offering a free four-week game development course focused on Python programming. Classes will take place at Blakely Hall starting May 28, targeting students from late elementary to high school. The initiative aims to provide accessible coding education without the financial burden often associated with such classes.