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May 29, 2007: Headlines

Seattle's storied Washington Hall is likely to be sold and demolished

Posted Tue, May 29, midnight

A year shy of 100 and full of memories of Jimi Hendrix, Billie Holliday, Mark Morris, and On the Boards, the Central District landmark awaits a wrecking ball. Here's a short history of the many eras of the building – and Seattle culture.

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This is the centennial of Ballard's lack-of-independence day!

Posted Tue, May 29, midnight

Faced with having to "celebrate" an historical annexation by Seattle, a ruggedly independent neighborhood ponders what to do.

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Nanny radio

Posted Tue, May 29, midnight

The airwaves are awash in stories of the "news you can use" variety, meaning an endless and annoying stream of traffic and weather reports, mixed with consumer features that remind you to live the lifestyle of someone who religiously flips their mattresses every three months.

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