Writing Wikipedia for Seattle
Posted Wed, Jun 18, 5 p.m.
A former Wikipedian explains what drove him to update and correct entries on Seattle's city streets — and why he's since found better ways to use his time.
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June 18, 2008: Headlines
The Tim Russert media response, explained
Posted Wed, Jun 18, 5 p.m.
His death is receiving media treatment usually reserved for former presidents, and that's because he represented the higher standards of an era that seems to be passing away.
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Left alone in Seattle? Dream on
Posted Wed, Jun 18, noon
Ballard holdout Edith Macefield wasn't a hero. She was a victim of modern Seattle and its values.
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It's not a terminal, but it's definitely art
Posted Wed, Jun 18, 5 a.m.
A non-juried photography show at Art/Not Terminal hits mainly high notes, even when some of the work isn't as polished as what you might find elsewhere in Seattle. The gallery succeeds at giving developing artists and pros alike a community and exhibit space.
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Revisiting the American road trip: It's the bus. What did you expect?
Posted Wed, Jun 18, 5 a.m.
A traveler encounters record numbers of bus riders in rural areas, many choosing to take the bus instead of paying high gas prices. For others, public transportation is a good way to get around, even if an errand takes all day. Part 2
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