Posted Thu, Sep 17, 8:55 a.m.

Certainly bio-tech, perhaps new technology, and other hoped/planned/anticipated growth has not occurred in S. Lake Union. There is no denying it's in better shape as a part of the city, with more opportunity to add to the cities value - than it was...we'll see what happens. I think it will ...

Posted Tue, Jan 27, 10:01 a.m.

gosh - a future that would rely upon trust and honesty, integrity and due-diligence in reporting - be it personal blogs, electronic news media, embedded reporters, you-tube, etc. Truth, or a version of it, will prevail. right? say it's so joe!

Posted Tue, Jan 27, 7:50 a.m.

one of the wonderful aspects of both Hawaii is that everyone who lives there "buys in" to the local mythology. Regardless of their personal place of origin, they embrace the native pronunciation and stories of origin. I believe this has some impact on the overall social fabric. This sense of ...

Posted Fri, Jan 9, 9:26 a.m.

The SSD lacks a true manefesto that inspires and draws parents and citizens to it. We removed our son this year after 6 frustrating years of poorly managed classrooms, clearly inbred thinking on the part of teachers and admin, and a "circle the wagons" approach to anyone who isn't in ...

Posted Mon, Dec 29, 9:59 a.m.

while it's certainly nice to make friends - I've been thinking about this quite a bit lately - a leader is to a greater or lesser degree an ersatz parent of citizens. A leader needs to see the long-term vision and help all of us with our heads down and ...

Posted Wed, Nov 26, 1:03 p.m.

Great idea! Let's expand upon it, shall we? How's about if we also add discount cards for the sporting events held in stadiums that have been paid for by taxpayers? Like in Hawaii where they have "kamaina" or "local resident" rates for folks with HI drivers licenses.

Posted Tue, Nov 18, 9:36 a.m.

Lately I've been leaning on Cross-Cut to keep me semi-informed on what the city and northwest is up to. When I want to learn about the latest murder or can't look outside to see the weather - I'll tune in to one of the look-sound-act alike TV station news shows. ...

Posted Tue, Aug 7, 10:55 a.m.

Outstanding schools & transportation infrastructure are basic needs of a "Great International City": Investing in our schools, infrastructure, transportation and housing will make Seattle a livable and world class city - the envy of many. Sports teams suck money from the citizens in the form of taxes and high prices; ...