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Custom furniture retailer Couch has opened in the former Rhino Room space on Capitol Hill, marking a shift in the area's retail landscape. Founder Ameer Radwan, who has 17 years in the Seattle furniture business, emphasizes customization in their offerings. The new store's arrival follows a slow decline in the neighborhood's nightlife and retail options.
Seattle's Pier 58 playground, featuring a giant climbable jellyfish, lacks a firm opening date due to delays in final safety installations. City officials hope to open the area this summer, but challenges in acquiring materials have hindered progress.
Seattle parents face rising summer camp costs, which can reach thousands per child, as they scramble to secure spots before the school year ends. City-run day camps serve children ages 5–12, but many low-income families may struggle due to depleted scholarship funds.
Garfield High School marked the one-year anniversary of a fatal shooting with a student walkout, reflecting ongoing concerns about campus safety. Students participated in a survey last fall to voice their opinions on safety measures. The school community continues to engage in discussions about the presence of police on campus.
Lynnwood Pride seeks to change city policy to allow pride flags at Wilcox Park after their request was denied. The city currently has no guidelines for flying specialty flags in its parks, requiring a formal policy change. A complaint has been filed against the parks director following the incident.
Three missing girls, aged 5, 8, and 9, were found dead in Chelan County, Washington, following a visitation with their father, Travis Decker, who is now a suspect in their murders. Police launched a search after their mother reported them missing, but Decker remains at large and is wanted for multiple charges, including first-degree murder. Authorities caution the public not to approach him as he may be armed.
World of Smoke & Vape, a franchise from Hollywood, Florida, plans to open a shop at 1021 E Pike in Seattle's Pike/Pine nightlife district. The new location will join neighboring businesses Queertique and The Wildrose, contributing to the area's vibrant atmosphere. This expansion taps into a growing $11 billion industry centered around smoking products.
Cathy Moore announced her resignation from the Seattle City Council, citing health and personal reasons following a recent political setback. Her departure sets the stage for the council to appoint a successor for the remaining 16 months of her term, leading to upcoming political battles for the District 5 seat.
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The Capitol Hill Farmers Market launches its summer Tuesday night market on June 3, 2025, offering $4 in Farm Bucks for local food workers. The markets will operate from 3 to 7 PM, emphasizing quick weeknight meals and community engagement through promotions like “Eat the Rainbow Challenge” cards. This initiative aims to support food and drink workers while enhancing local food access.