King's girls' cross-country wins for the fourth year
KDWP Radio presents HC Anderson's "The Snow Queen"
Alternative Stage - Wade James Theatre
950 Main Street in Edmonds
December 5 - 13
Saturday Matinees at 2:00 pm, Sunday Eves at 7:00 pm
KDWP Radio presents H C Anderson's The Snow Queen
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Hans Christian Anderson’s classic fairy tale has been reinvented for live radio broadcast, complete with audience participation! Ten-year-old Gerda must break the evil spell of a goblin mirror and embark alone on a quest to rescue her young friend from the clutches of the lovely and terrible Snow Queen. A beautiful story of the healing power of love, “The Snow Queen” is the perfect family outing for the holiday season. To be recorded live by KMPS radio with DJ Stubbs to be included in their holiday programming!
Our 2009-2010 Alternative Stages Season provides a home for the small, the off-beat, the unusual show.
Full-length productions with a unique perspective! Tickets are $10 each . Read more...
Free Thanksgiving Dinners
Monday, November 23, 2009
Westgate Chapel will offer dinner seatings at 11, 1:30, and 3:30 with a deaf interpretation at the 3:30 pm seating only. The first 150 children at the 11 am seating will have a chance to win a Nintendo Wii system. Turkey dinner will be served family style and there will be door prizes, family photos, food and clothing banks, children's crafts and gifts. All FREE!! A special guest will be Mark Thompson, Musical Ventriloquist, Storyteller, and Comedian. Westgate Chapel is at 22901 Edmonds Way, Edmonds. Transportation is available by calling 425-775-2776.
POPY's Cafe at the Prince of Peace Church at 14514 20th NE in Shoreline has free dinners every Wednesday evening, sponsored by the Lutheran Church and the Dale Turner YMCA. A special Thanksgiving meal will be served on Wednesday, November 25 from 4:30 - 6:30 pm. 206-363-0446 for more information.
SCC faculty jobs at risk
Known as a Reduction in Force (RIF) notice, the college has never before put every faculty member on notice.
“We’ve faced cuts before, but we’ve never faced anything like what appears to be coming,” said Vice President for Academic Affairs John Backes, referring to pending state budget cuts. The notice was by Backes to college and faculty union officials on Tuesday, November 17.
In previous years, faculty for programs that drop below designated enrollment targets could’ve received RIF notices. However, economic conditions have forced many people back to school and Shoreline, like all other community and technical colleges in the state, are seeing explosive enrollment growth. In his message to union reps, deans and other administrators, Backes wrote:
“After review of all programs for low enrollment, I have concluded that no current programs are under-enrolled using the criteria we used last year. That does not mean, however, that all programs are at capacity. Given the anticipated budget reductions for the 2009-2011 biennium … and the (State Board of Community and Technical College) Declaration of Financial Emergency … adopted on June 11, 2009, … I must put all RIF units on notice for a Reduction In Force for the 2009-2011 biennium regardless of their enrollment.”
“This is an extremely serious situation,” Backes said on Friday, Nov. 20. “This is going to hurt us in ways we can’t even imagine. We’re going to chop into healthy programs”
On Thursday, the state announced the projected budget shortfall had grown to $2.6 billion. Potential cuts for community and technical colleges had been predicted in the 6-12 percent range. Backes said the Thursday announcement makes 12 percent seem more likely. “A 12 percent cut will be catastrophic for most institutions of higher education in this state,” he said.
Amy Kinsel, 1st Vice President of the SCC Federation of Teachers Local 1950, Faculty, agreed with Backes’ assessment.
“If layoffs happen, it will cut into our ability to serve the same number of students,” she said. “The (union) opposes any additional faculty layoffs. The state budget situation is dire. We’re looking to the Legislature to be innovative in finding a solution.” Read more...
Brandon Christensen selected as Shorecrest head football coach
Brandon Christensen has been named the new varsity football coach at Shorecrest High School.
Christensen replaces Mike Wollan, who resigned earlier this month after nine seasons as the Scots’ head coach.
Christensen has been a physical education and health teacher at Shorecrest since 2000 and has served as the Scots’ defensive coordinator. Christensen, who did his undergraduate work and played football at Central Washington, also has served as the Shorecrest head track and field coach for the past five years. He will continue in that position this spring.
Local Nutcracker with Live Orchestra and Russian Roots
Viktoria Titova, EBT artistic director, traveled around the world as a ballerina with the Bolshoi Theatre Grigorivich Company before putting down her roots in the Seattle area. EBT's production draws on this rich classical Russian tradition where Tchaikovsky's music and original choreography for Marius Petipa's beloved ballet originated. Ms. Titova performs as the Sugar Plum Fairy with Oleg Gorbolouv, former soloist with Pacific Northwest Ballet, as Cavalier, along with other regional professionals.
David Waltman, conductor of the Rainier Symphony Ballet Orchestra, is in his eighth season as Music Director of Rainier Symphony, and also serves as Music Director of the Port Gardner Bay Chamber Orchestra and Permanent Guest Conductor of the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra in Russia. The orchestra will include Finnish born violinist Ilkka Talvi, Concertmaster; violinist and violist Marjorie Kransberg-Talvi, the current Concertmaster for Pacific Northwest Ballet; and cellist Tom Walworth, the director of orchestras at Thomas Jefferson High School and Lakota Middle School in Federal Way, WA.
Ticket prices are Adult/$30, Senior/$25, and Youth/$15. Tickets are available online or by calling the NPAC Foundation at 425-408-7988, Monday - Friday from 12:00 to 4:00 pm.
About the Northshore Performing Arts Center
The Northshore Performing Arts Center is a state-of-the-art, 600-seat theatre located on the Bothell High School campus (18125 92nd Ave. NE, Bothell).
The Northshore Performing Arts Center Foundation (The Foundation) was established by Northshore-area residents (Bothell, Kenmore, Mill Creek, and Woodinville, WA) dedicated to a cultural center for performing arts and engaging children in global, creative, educational programs. NPACF is a federal 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Visit the NPACF website for the season schedule
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden's Green Gifts Sale and Wreath Workshop
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden
20312 15th Ave NW, Shoreline 98177
This December 5 and 6, the Kruckeberg Botanic Garden celebrates the holiday season with its second annual Green Gifts Sale and Wreath Workshop. At the sale you'll find a wonderful selection of freshly-cut greens from the Garden to purchase for your holiday decor. Along with greens, we'll offer great gifts including decorative plant pots, container gardens, cards, crafts, gift certificates and gift Garden memberships. Proceeds support the Garden.
During the Wreath Workshop, to be held on December 6 from 1-3 pm, attendees will learn how to construct a wreath and make one from fresh greens to take home. The workshop fee is $25 per person, which includes all materials. To register, or for more information, email the Garden or call 206-546-1281.
Please note that the Garden is located in a residential area with limited parking. When visiting the Garden, please carpool or use alternative means of transportation if possible. Read more...
Evan Smith: Hall, Roberts, McGlashan extend leads
By Evan Smith
ShorelineAreaNews Politics Writer
Shoreline City Council candidates Will Hall and Christopher Roberts expanded their leads in late election returns Friday.
Hall’s lead over Patty Hale stands at 54 percent to 46 percent with the votes to be certified Tuesday morning. The two are running for the position now held by Councilwoman Janet Way, who finished third in the August primary. After the primary, Way threw her support and that of the 32nd District Democrats to Hall, who had finished second to Hale in the primary.
Challenger Roberts held a 59 percent to 40 percent lead over 14-year incumbent Councilman Ron Hansen.
Incumbent Councilman Keith McGlashan held 79 percent of the vote against write-in candidate Wendy DiPeso.
As I’ve reported in earlier posts, challenger Shari Tracey holds a 50.5 percent to 49.3 percent lead over incumbent Councilwoman Cindy Ryu.
Between 1,500 and 5,900 Shoreline ballots were blank on each Council contest.
Challenged ballots and ballots from overseas voters will count only if they arrive before final certification.
Here are the current Shoreline vote counts:
CC of Spokane Defeats SCC Women's Hoopsters
The Lady Dolphin Basketball Team fell to 0-2 on the season with a 82-42 defeat at the hands of the Community College of Spokane in the Shoreline Community College Turkey Shoot Tournament. Another slow start rattled the shorted handed SCC squad, falling behind 21-2 to start the game. Ana Haberman led the team again with 17 points, followed by Ashley Flemming with 15. SCC plays at Green River CC on Saturday, November 28 in a 3:00 pm contest. Read more...
Former Lake Forest Park community activist named as the new Health and Human Services Regional Director for Region X.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
“Susan M.R. Johnson brings an extensive, working-level knowledge of our department’s most important issues, as well as a knowledge of the people and institutions in Region X,” Secretary Sebelius said. “Her experience and talents make her an especially valuable member of the HHS team.”
As an HHS regional director, Johnson will serve as a key representative of Secretary Sebelius in working with federal, state, local and tribal officials on a wide range of health and social service issues.
Susan M.R. Johnson, has served as the director of the King County Health Action Plan for the Public Health Department in Seattle and King County since 1997. In that capacity, she has developed and implemented innovative programs addressing health care needs for children, teenagers and persons with chronic diseases.
Previously, Ms. Johnson was appointed by Governor Lowry to the Washington State Health Care Policy Board, where she represented the concerns of consumers and workers in the development of health policy recommendations for state officials.
From 1984-1995, she served as director of governmental relations for the Washington State Council of the Service Employees International Union. She received a B.A. from Middlebury College.
Help Wanted: LFP Maintenance Worker
Lake Forest Park has posted an opening for a Maintenance Worker Job. For information about this position, click here.
Read more...Shoreline CC Men’s Basketball Opens Season On Tuesday
The Dolphins face Northwest Indian College on Tuesday night at the SCC Gym at 7:00 PM. The SCC squad then takes it to the road until January 2 as they play in the Pierce Community College tournament and the NW Indian College tournament, plus single games at Portland CC and Northwest Indian College.
SCC home games are $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for any non-SCC students and SCC students are free.
Evan Smith: In LFP it's Koppenol, Wright, Lee, Feine
By Evan Smith
ShorelineAreaNews Politics Writer
Sandy Koppenol, John Wright, Bob Lee and Don Fiene have won election to the Lake Forest Park City Council.
Councilwoman Koppenol holds a 53 percent to 46 percent lead over Councilman Alan Kiest. Koppenol gave up the position that she now holds and challenged Kiest for his seat.
Wright leads opponent Jean Thomas by a 54 percent to 46 percent margin for the position that Koppenol now holds.
Lee leads Tom French 53 percent to 47 percent for the seat being vacated by Councilman Donovan Tracy.
Feine was unopposed for re-election.
The County elections department will certify results Tuesday morning.
SCC Women's Basketball Falls In Opener
The Lady Dolphins opened with a 79-48 defeat at the hands of Highline Community College. The short-handed SCC squad became even more shorthanded as Tiffany Gamman played the first 51 seconds before going out with an injury. Caitlin Johnsen injured a knee late in the game as well. SCC dropped behind 19-2 early and could never make overcome the start. Ana Haberman led Shoreline with 25 points, Ashley Flemming added 15.
Shoreline faces the Community College of Spokane tomorrow in the consolation game of the SCC Turkey Shoot Tournament at Noon. Highline takes on Lane in the Championship at 2:00 PM. Lane defeated Spokane 71-62 in the opening game of the tournament.
Photo: Ashley Flemming Scored 15 for Shoreline CC
Photo by Wilson Tsoi
Shoreline Home Severely Damaged by Fire
The elderly couple and two adult daughters smelled smoke and saw flames outside. They escaped to see that it was their garage -- fully involved in flames. A car was destroyed and the flames spread to a family room and kitchen area of the house. The owners of the home were taken to a hospital as a precaution against the effects of smoke inhalation.
About 20 Shoreline firefighters at the scene were assisted by additional crews from the Northshore Fire Department. The family will be staying with relatives for an undetermined amount of time. No damage estimate was available. Investigators have tentatively listed the cause of the fire as discarded smoking materials in the garage.
To the Editor: Time for a Conversation on Hemp
Dear Editor, While reviewing the Shoreline Area News site, I noticed the Blog re: Marijuana: It’s time for a conversation. In fact, I attended this event last Monday (11/16/09). The presentation by Rick Steves, John McKay (former US Attorney), Bud Krogh (a great guy despite his past association with Watergate!), and the Edmonds' Representative who substituted for Rep. Kohl-Wells was intelligent, informative and clear. Likewise, the audience was hardly made up of wild eyed, crazed pot-heads that the few remaining “drug-warriors” that seem to control our government have made supporters of drug policy reform out to be.
As a society, we have been overwhelmed with a completely false view of what is in reality is simply the hemp plant – the same hemp plant that has been vital to human-kind for thousands of years. My roommate is currently doing a research paper on Hemp for a SCC English class. As mentioned at the event and confirmed by her research, the cause of criminalizing this vital plant in 1937 is clear – it was a special interest effort by federal agents (Henry Anslinger, et. al) who were out of work because of the ending of alcohol prohibition and needed jobs. Racism towards Mexicans (hence, the pejorative “marijuana” was used rather than the well known “hemp” in describing the plant) and the famed “Reefer Madness” type propaganda were used as props to very quickly steer this bill through congress before the public even knew they were simply talking about the hemp plant. There is much here for those would want to understand the facts of history including President Nixon’s suppression of the findings of his own commission that called for the decriminalization of marijuana due to its relative harmlessness and dealing with any issues as a health rather than as a criminal problem.
If nothing less, we need to immediately to re-establish a hemp industry in America to simply catch up to the rest of the world. It is well known that industrial hemp cannot be used for its psychoactive effect. I have been eating hemp seeds (“hemp nuts”) for over a year – a very nutritious source of complete protein and high in Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids – and have found them to be delicious and beneficial (energy/stabilizing).
I would like to know what we can do on a local level to end this wasteful, destructive “war” against the plant that so beneficial for our well-being.
Greg Logan
Metro holiday schedule
---Brian Doennebrink
Brian Doennebrink lives in Shoreline, works for a major transit organization, and follows transportation issues closely.
To the Editor: Central Market saves Thanksgiving
Swansons Nursery Reindeer Festival going on through December 24
Women's Basketball Tournament Over Weekend
Saturday, November 21, 2009
At 2:00 pm on Saturday, Lane Community College from Eugene, OR plays the Community College of Spokane in the opening game. At 4:00 pm, the Shoreline Community College Lady Dolphins take on Highline Community College. Sunday at Noon the two losers play in the consolation game and the two winners play at 2:00 pm in the Championship.
Tickets are $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for non-SCC students and seniors (60 and over). Shoreline Community College students are admitted free.
Volleyball Season Ends At NWAACC Championship
The Lady Dolphin Volleyball Team was eliminated from the NWAACC Volleyball Championship on Thursday by top ranked Tacoma and 6th ranked Chemeketa Community Colleges. The SCC squad lost to TCC in the opening round, 25-9, 25-20, 25-12 in a 3 out of 5 match and then in the loser's bracket to Chemeketa, 25-17, 25-22, in a two out of three contest. Shoreline finished the season 11-19 and in 4th place in the NWAACC Northern Division but have 8 freshmen on the squad who return next season. It was the first time since 2006 that the Dolphins had qualified for the NWAACC Championship. Photo by Wilson Tsoi
Last performance of Eurydice on Sunday afternoon
This is the last weekend that Eurydice will be performed at Shoreline Community College.
In Greek mythology, this was the story of Orpheus and his treacherous journey to bring his doomed bride Eurydice back from the underworld. On the SCC stage, it is award-winning playwright Sarah Ruhl’s poignant modern take on the myth, told from Eurydice’s point of view, and framed by the most ambitious set ever built at Shoreline Community College. The decayed amusement park is complete with a river of forgetfulness, a chorus of stones, and a working roller coaster that shuttles characters between the land of the living and the land of the dead.
The performance is at 2 pm on November 22.
Shorewood Big Band Dance, December 18th
The doors open at 7:00 p.m., and Mark Kihara will lead everyone in a swing dance lesson at 7:30. Featured guests include the Einstein Middle School Jazz Band, the Shoreline Community College Jazz Band, and two Shorewood jazz combos.
Purchase your tickets in advance from Shorewood Jazz Band members, $10.00 for students/seniors and $15.00 for adults. A limited amount of tickets will also be available at the door, $12.00 for students/seniors and $18.00 for adults. All proceeds benefit the Shorewood High School Jazz Band.
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Evan Smith: Tracey holds 196-vote lead
By Evan Smith
ShorelineAreaNews Politics Writer
Shoreline City Council candidate Shari Tracey held her lead over incumbent Councilwoman Cindy Ryu in Friday’s vote count, but Tracey’s lead slipped to 196 votes from 198 votes Thursday.
Ryu won seven of the 12 votes counted Friday, but the two-vote gain isn’t enough to approach recount range.
State law requires a recount only if the difference between the two candidates is less than 0.5 percent of the two candidates’ total – now 80 votes.
The King County canvassing board will meet Tuesday morning to certify final results.
The late votes are coming from overseas voters and from voters who are returning ballots that elections officials had returned because of invalid signatures.
Tracey has 50.48 percent of the vote to 49.25 percent for Ryu.
Shoreline ballots not marked for this position number 2,046, probably people who voted for the State ballot measures and for County executive but didn't vote on down-ballot contests.
Here is the current vote count:
Council Position No. 5 Shari Tracey 8.104 50.48% Cindy RyuCandidate total 7,90816,012 49.25%99.73% Write-inTotal votesUndervotesTotal ballots 4316,0552,04618,101 0.27%100.00%
Evan Smith: Tracey holds 198-vote lead over Ryu
Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009
By Evan Smith
ShorelineAreaNews Politics Writer
Shoreline City Council candidate Shari Tracey held her lead over incumbent Councilwoman Cindy Ryu in Thursday’s vote count, but Tracey’s lead slipped to 198 votes from 207 votes Wednesday.
Ryu won 19 of the 29 votes counted Thursday, but, even if she were to make similar gains Friday, Monday in the final count Tuesday, she would not make enough of a dent in Tracey’s lead to force a recount.
State law requires a recount only if the difference between the two candidates is less than 0.5 percent of the two candidates’ total – now 80 votes.
The King County canvassing board will meet Tuesday morning to certify final results.
The late votes are coming from overseas voters – mostly military members.
Tracey has 50.48 percent of the vote to 49.25 percent for Ryu.
Shoreline ballots not marked for this position number 2,043, probably people who voted for the State ballot measures and for County executive but didn't vote on down-ballot contests.
Here is the current vote count:
Shoreline City Council Position No. 5
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Shari Tracey
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8.099
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50.48%
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Cindy Ryu
Candidate total
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7,901
16,000
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49.25%
99.73%
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Write-in
Total votes
Undervotes
Total ballots
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43
16,043
2,043
18,086
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0.27%
100.00%
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Evan Smith: Vote counting to end Tuesday morning
By Evan Smith
ShorelineAreaNews Politics Writer
The King County canvassing board will meet Tuesday morning to certify results.
That leaves little chance for Shoreline Councilwoman Cindy Ryu to make up the gap against challenger Shari Tracey. Read more...
Jumble Sale at LFP Elementary
Friday, November 20, 2009
The goal is to raise $2,500 or more for the Lake Forest Park Elementary School Library and Computer Center, from principal Aimee Miner's Wish List. Brookside groups can also participate to raise funds for Brookside principal Kathryn Noble's wish list. ALL FUNDS collected will be sent straight to the school, with room rental costs taken out. For more info call Edy Kizaki at 206-402-9155 or email her. Read more...
Indoor Farmers Market at Third Place Commons Sunday
Just in time for your Thanksgiving turnips.
Sunday, November 22
A treat for the whole family! Imagine a toy piano, concertina, and tuba played by classically trained musicians with a serious sense of whimsy.
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 12, 9:00 to 10:15 am or 10:45 to 11:45 am
Shoreline/LFP Senior Center
18560 1st Avenue NE
Shoreline 98155
Bring the whole family for a delicious breakfast with Santa and have your picture taken with Old St. Nick. There will be games and activities for the entire family as well as entertainment by Buck and Elizabeth. Two breakfast seatings are available, reserve now as spaces fill quickly by calling 206-801-2600. Adults $7, Children 2-12 years $5, Children 2 and under free of charge.
Vic Bennet of Richmond Beach dies
Longtime Richmond Beach resident and Lynnwood High School history teacher Vic Bennet died Sunday, Nov. 6, 2009, of leukemia.
Mr. Bennet had taught in the Edmonds School District for 40 years, the last 24 at Lynnwood High. He had earlier taught at Edmonds, Woodway and Mountlake Terrace high schools.
He continued to teach until a few weeks before he died.
He graduated from Shoreline High School in 1962 and from Washington State University in 1966, and he held master’s and doctoral degrees from the University of Washington.
At the University of Washington, he wrote a dissertation that involved translating German wartime cables. He once admitted that, while he could read German well enough to do this academic work, he couldn’t converse in the language.
Vic Bennet was a star half-miler, miler and cross-country runner at Shoreline High and Washington State. He later ran with the Snohomish Track Club. He continued to run recreationally until his leukemia took its toll.
He coached cross country and track at Shoreline Community College, Everett Community College, Edmonds High School and Lynnwood High School.
Free screening of Finding Playland at Shoreline Community College
Playland was a regional amusement park on the shores of Bitter Lake, just off Aurora avenue at 130th St. in North Seattle. Open from 1930 until 1960, generations of Seattle kids were thrilled by rides such as the Shoot the Chutes and the Big Dipper. Regional amusement parks such as Playland were a characteristic feature of American urban centers at this time and Playland's story reflects opportunities and changes in American history. Finding Playland uncovers a lost funhouse of Seattle's regional heritage.
Finding Playland December 1, 2009 - 7 pm
Shoreline Community College Auditorium
16101 Greenwood Ave N
Shoreline 98133
View the Finding Playland trailer at http://www.findingplayland.com
More information about Playland, and some fascinating photos, are available at HistoryLink.org. Read more...
Evan Smith: Tracey holds 207-vote lead over Ryu
Thursday, November 19, 2009
ShorelineAreaNews Politics Writer
Shoreline City Council candidate Shari Tracey widened her lead over incumbent Councilwoman Cindy Ryu by one vote in the Wednesday vote count. Tracey’s lead is now 207 votes a week before certification of votes.
Tracey won five of the nine votes counted Wednesday.
With so few votes coming in, it seems impossible for Ryu to take the lead and highly improbable that Ryu can cut the gap to the 80 votes needed to force a recount.
I had expected the new votes, likely from overseas voters – many military members – to help the incumbent. That’s not happening.
Tracey has 50.5 percent of the vote to 49.2 percent for Ryu.
Shoreline ballots not marked for this position number 2,041, probably people who voted for the State ballot measures and for County executive but didn't vote on down-ballot contests.
Here is the current vote count:
Tracey 8,089 50.5%
Ryu 7,882 49.2%
Candidate Total 15,971 99.7%
Write-in 43 0.3%
Total Votes 16,014 100.0%
Undervotes 2,041
TOTAL BALLOTS 18,055
Holiday Crafts Market Saturday at Spartan Rec Center
Begin your Christmas shopping at our 5th Annual Holiday Crafts Market. 65 juried artisans will be selling handmade crafts and wares in two full rooms at the Spartan Recreation Center.
Read more...
Power outage in Echo Lake neighborhoood Wednesday evening
KOMO News has a story and photo on their website. Read more...
Evan Smith: What's the source of late ballots?
After I reported the changes in Shoreline City Council candidate Shari Tracey's lead over incumbent Councilwoman Cindy Ryu, I got a question about where the late ballots are coming from.
I said Tuesday that the few ballots arriving two weeks after Election Day probably were "foreign" votes. I should have said "overseas."
These are votes from local citizens, registered to vote here, who are serving in the military overseas, studying abroad, or out of the country on business or on vacation.
I assume that all ballots mailed in Shoreline, Lake Forest Park and Seattle are already counted. Thus, the number of new votes counted gets smaller each day. In the Ryu-Tracey contest, it was 52 Tuesday.
Tracey led by 206 votes Tuesday.
Tracey has 50.5 percent of the vote to 49.2 percent for Ryu.
Fundraiser Invitation from Keith McGlashan
PTA Bookfair at Barnes & Noble
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
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