In the Garden Now: Winter Blossoms

Thursday, January 18, 2024

Photo by Victoria Gilleland

Just 62 days until Spring! These Hellebores aren't waiting.

Photo by Victoria Gilleland

Early varieties are coming into bloom now!


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Death at Echo Lake Park

Echo Lake Park photo by Gidget Terpstra
On Sunday, January 14, 2024, at 5:06am a community member called 911 to report a man down at Echo Lake Park, located at 19901 Ashworth Way N. 

Both Shoreline PD and Shoreline FD responded to the area. 

Unfortunately, the person was pronounced deceased at the scene. 

The case of death was not known at the time and the King County Medical Examiner was called. 

The Medical Examiner took possession of the body and will determine the proximate cause of the death as well as confirm the identity of the person.

The person found was described as an 18–21-year-old male.


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Snow, sleet, rain, and nothing

Snowfall at Horizon View Park
Photo by Gordon Snyder
I'm impressed that someone actually had snow on the ground. Here in the lowlands we had a couple of minutes of lovely snowfall, then sleet, then rain, then the usual drizzle.

None of the snow reached the ground. It either melted on contact or evaporated in the air. My kind of snow.

But Gordon Snyder captured the snowfall in Horizon View Park, which is one of the highest points around. I forgot to check with North City and Ridgecrest.

Tomorrow the roads may be treacherous. Schools are on a two hour late start and there are reports of roads being treated. 

--Diane Hettrick


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Shoreline Schools two hours late on Wednesday and afternoon buses on snow routes

Because of weather and anticipated road conditions, Shoreline Schools will start two hours late on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 - and afternoon buses will be on snow routes.

Late start details here

Buses on Snow Routes Afternoon of Jan. 17

Due to current road conditions, afternoon buses on Wednesday, January 17 will run on snow routes for all Shoreline School District schools.

There will be no afternoon activity buses today (middle schools only).

We anticipate schools will operate on normal schedules on Thursday, January 18; however, buses will operate on snow routes on Thursday.

Find your child's snow route stop and drop-off time at: ssd412.org/snowroutes.


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Donate to food drive Saturday January 20, 2024

FOOD DRIVE

Join us in feeding our community with food donations Saturday January 20, 2024 from 11am -1pm at the Richmond Beach Congregational Church, upper church parking lot, 1512 NW 195th St, Shoreline, WA 98177.

All donations go to the Edmonds Food Bank with particular requests for:
  • Canned fish
  • Shelf stable milk
  • Baby formula
  • Rice (esp jasmine, basmati)
  • Tortillas (wheat or corn)
  • Tomato sauce and paste


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Jobs: WSDOT Transportation Engineer 2

WSDOT
Transportation Engineer 2
Shoreline, WA – Northwest Region
$62,596 - $92,836 Annually

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is currently seeking two Transportation Engineers in Shoreline, WA. This position is critical in fostering a respectful and healthy work environment with focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

This position supports the organization’s mission by ensuring highway projects are built in compliance with contract documents and Mandatory Standards. This is accomplished by inspecting contract work to assure compliance, keeping accurate, complete, and detailed field records, ensuring that environmental regulations are being adhered to and work is performed in a safe manner.

Job description and application


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Republic Services collection for Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024 is canceled


The City of Lake Forest Park has received the following message from Republic Services:

Due to hazardous road conditions and our commitment to public safety, as well as our drivers' safety, we will not be able to service customers as scheduled. 

We will collect double the regular amount on your next regular collection day.

How to Prepare Extras:
  • All garbage must be bagged and securely tied closed.
  • Recycling may be placed in paper bags, cardboard boxes or additional cans.
  • Compostables may be bagged in paper bags, cardboard boxes or additional cans.
  • All extras must be clearly labeled “Garbage”, “Recycle”, “Yard Waste”. No food scraps may be placed outside the Republic Services cart.

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Stormray Boys Wrestling takes down Cedarcrest 46-28

Matbeal Dinka @ Lads & Lasses Tournament in Fife. Photo by Tricia Norton


By Tricia Norton

Shorewood took the mat on Tuesday night down two varsity wrestlers. But despite that, the Stormrays mustered up some big wins for a great finish. 

Freshman Matbeal Dinka came through with a major decision over Cedarcrest’s Benjamin Langley. 

Masa Taura, Sky Klein and James Nottingham all delivered with first round pins in their back to back matches. 

Junior Oli Dalan and senior Brennan Carl both fought hard and lost in decisions. The Stormray robust lineup helped solidify the win by taking 4 straight forfeits from the Cedarcrest team.

Stormrays will host Lynnwood (Boys & Girls) for their final home dual of the season on Thursday January 18, 2024.

Matbeal Dinka @ Lads & Lasses Tournament in Fife. Photo by Tricia Norton


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Shorewood athlete in running for HeraldNet Athlete of the Week

Libby Norton making a pin.
Photo by Rachel Kidd
The Everett Herald runs a weekly poll for Athlete of the Week. The nominees are selected based off stats reported to the newspaper, recommendations from coaches and first-hand observations.

The top 5 are profiled, then the public votes.

In the running for January 8-14: Shorewood wrestler Libby Norton.


It appears they have been watching too many television commercials because her name is listed as Libbty but it's correct in the poll list farther down in the article.

Voting closes at midnight Sunday. The winner will be announced with the next poll and in next Tuesday’s paper.


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Corrected: Shoreline City Council meetings Monday, January 22, 2024

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January 22, 2024 City Council Workshop Dinner Meeting

A Shoreline City Council Workshop Dinner Meeting will be held in Conference Room 303 on Monday, January 22, 2024 using a hybrid format where both in-person and online attendance is allowed. 

You may attend the meeting in person, join via Zoom webinar, or listen to the meeting over the telephone.
Date: 01/22/2024 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm
Location: Shoreline City Hall Conference Room 303
17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133

Link to Meeting Agenda

This Dinner Meeting will be with representatives from the City’s three primary human services partners in the Shoreline community: 
  • Hopelink, 
  • the Center for Human Services, and 
  • Lake City Partners Ending Homelessness.
This will furnish an opportunity for each organization to provide information about their organization, their impact in the Shoreline community and information on the changing human services landscape.

January 22, 2024 City Council Regular Meeting

Following the Dinner Meeting, the Shoreline City Council Regular Meeting will be held at 7:00pm in the Council Chamber using a hybrid format where both in-person and online attendance is allowed. You may attend the meeting in person, join via Zoom webinar, or listen to the meeting over the telephone.
Council is providing opportunities for public comment in person, remotely, or by submitting written comment
The Consent Calendar includes, among other routine items,

c) Adoption of Resolution No. 517 - Amending the Council Rules of Procedure.

The following changes will be made:

Regarding General Decorum:

Any person making disruptive, impertinent, slanderous or threatening remarks while addressing the Council during public comment or public testimony that disrupt, disturb, or otherwise renders orderly conduct of the meeting unfeasible shall be asked to leave the Council Chambers by the Presiding Officer and barred from further audience before the Council for that meeting. If the person is participating in the meeting remotely, the Presiding Officer shall ask the City Clerk to remove them from their permission to talk in the videoconferencing application.

Regarding Public Testimony:

Members of the public may address the City Council in-person in the Council Chambers or remotely through the telephone or online at the beginning of any Regular Meeting under Agenda Item 6 Public Comment.

During the Public Comment portion of the meeting, individuals may speak to agenda items or any other topic matter pertaining to City business except those scheduled for a Public Hearing or pertaining to a quasi- judicial action.

There is one Action Item
: (a) Action on Ordinance No. 999 - Amending Chapters 20.20, 20.30 and 20.40 of the Shoreline Municipal Code to Establish Permanent Regulations for Major and Minor Fleet Bases

There is one Study Item: (a) Discussion of Ordinance No. 1005 - Fee Schedule for Transportation Impact Fees

Although the Fee schedule has been adjusted since its July 2014 establishment, this ordinance will include an updated rate schedule.

Link to Agenda:
https://shoreline.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=4&event_id=1535

--Pam Cross

Corrected: in the section Consent Calendar, the formatting showing the changes to General Decorum and Public Testimony was lost in transmission in the original story.


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Kaleidoscope Play & Learn at Mountlake Terrace Library for children birth through 5 every Wednesday

Photo courtesy Wonderland

Do you have a child age birth through 5? 

Join Wonderland for a Kaleidoscope Play & Learn at Mountlake Terrace Library every Wednesday from 10-11am. 

Play & Learn is full of engaging activities designed to foster your child’s development, and groups are open to children of all abilities. 

Groups are free to join, no pre-registration required.



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After Hours at Aurora Borealis with the Chamber of Commerce January 18, 2024

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Chamber of Commerce After Hours at Aurora Borealis
Thursday, January 18, 2024
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Discover all the fun you can have at Aurora Borealis! Not only is Aurora Borealis a great place for food and drinks, they also offer activities like trivia, salsa dancing, sports viewing events, and unique music & comedy performances. 

Need space for a private event? Aurora Borealis is the place. This is Shoreline's event venue for all things great and small.

Enter through the west entrance - above on Aurora Ave. Once inside, proceed downstairs to visit with your Chamber friends!

Aurora Borealis' new signature drinks will be available, and you can order from their happy hour menu. 

Plus - 3 gift cards will be given to lucky attendees who stick around for a door prize drawing.

Invite your friends to come and discover the awesome dining and entertainment that's available in Shoreline!



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Do you know where your water main shutoff is?

Copper pipes cannot expand when frozen
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire
Shoreline Fire says "We hope this isn’t an example of what you dealt with this last weekend!"  

"Know where your water main shut off is! We have responded to many of these calls which happen as these copper pipes cannot expand when frozen."

North City Water Commissioner Patty Hale says that in case of broken water pipes:

The water meter box is located at the property edge. Shut-off is on the private property side in the box. 
Most homes also have a shut off located just inside the foundation of their homes. That could be in the crawl space, basement or some are located in the garage.

 

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Shoreline fire responds to 263 calls over the four day weekend

Fire engine at residential fire in Shoreline
Photo courtesy Shoreline Fire

What a weekend of calls! We actually hired in more firefighters to help respond to all of these emergencies.

Here are our calls from Friday the 12th - Monday the 15th.
  • Automatic Fire Alarms - 57
  • Dumpster Fire - 1
  • Flooding - 47
  • Haz - 1
  • Mutual Aid (out of district) - 1
  • Motor Vehicle Collision - 2
  • Natural Gas - 2
  • Service Call (stuck in an elevator) - 4
  • Smoke/Burn Complaint - 3
  • Smoke in a Multi Family - 1
  • Structure Fire Residential and Multi Family - 2
  • Structure Fire Unconfirmed - 2
  • Aid - 100
  • Medic - 35
  • Cardiac Arrest - 5
Totaling - 263

Last year for the same time frame, we responded to 139 calls.

Stay safe!


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Cartoon by Whitney Potter: Snowflakes



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Register now for the Chilly Hilly Bicycle Ride presented by REI Co-op

Chilly Hilly presented by REI Co-op

Start with a ferry ride to Bainbridge.
2020 photo courtesy WSDOT

Kick off the riding season with a ferry ride to Bainbridge Island. 

This 33-mile loop around the island takes you along the shore to soak in Seattle's skyline, through forested rural roads, and (true to name) up and down some memorable hills. 

This event is a fundraiser for Cascade Bicycle Club's programming in advocacy, education, and community rides, such as the Major Taylor Project, Let's Go, Your Streets Your Say, and Pedaling Relief Project. 

Sunday, February 25, 2024 from 7:30am–3:00pm PST

REI's expert shop techs will be on site to tune your ride before you head out on the course. 

Be sure stop by the REI booth at the end of the ride to warm yourself by the campfire while you sip a hot beverage.

Register here and save $10 when you register between now and February 13. 


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Shoreline police officer Jurado transfers to Sound Transit

Officer Jurado
From the Shoreline Police

After three incredible years of dedicated service in Shoreline, we bid farewell to Officer Jurado. 

Throughout his time with us, Officer Jurado has shown exceptional kindness, strong work ethic, empathy and dedication. 

He has been an invaluable member of our team, and we are sad to see him go. 

However, we are excited for the new chapter that awaits him at Sound Transit as a K-9 handler!

As he embarks on this new adventure, we wish Officer Jurado all the success and happiness in the world. We have no doubt that he will excel in his new role and continue to make a positive difference.


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A frozen Ronald Bog


Ronald Bog is one of the first places to freeze. This photo by Martin DeGrazia was taken on Saturday, January 13, 2024.


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Teen pickleball and pingpong tournament Saturday at the Teen Center

This Saturday at the Shoreline Teen Center, the 2nd Annual Pickleball and Pingpong Tournament.
Richmond Highlands Recreation Center
16554 Fremont Ave N Shoreline WA 98133
Open 6:00 - 10:30pm PST

Calling all middle schoolers! 

Join us at the Teen Center on Saturday nights for sports, games, art, and food. Our staff run activities catered to middle school aged youth and create a safe, supervised space for your youth to hang out with friends, meet new people, and have a great time!

The Shoreline Teen Center is a free teen center for youth aged middle school-18 years old. We provide hot food as well as many activities. We have basketball, pool, ping pong, foosball, video games, and art daily. 

All activities are free of charge. For event information email mhale@shorelinewa.gov and for more information on our teen programs email aelliott@shorelinewa.gov or find us on Instagram @shorelineteenprograms

Hours (Sept-June)
  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 2:30pm - 6:00pm
  • Wednesday 1:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Friday 2:30pm - 9:00pm
  • Saturday Middle School Night 6:00pm - 10:30pm


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Event will honor the life and legacy of Edwin T. Pratt


Join the Shoreline Community College Foundation on Tuesday January 30, 2024 from 5:00-7:00pm as we remember the life and legacy of Edwin Pratt!

Edwin T. Pratt, a resident of Shoreline WA was an activist who championed open and equal access to education and housing opportunities for all of Seattle's residents.

He was the Director of the Seattle Urban League, and a key participant in civil rights campaigns against housing discrimination, school segregation, and employment bias.

He was also someone whose life was tragically cut short when he was killed outside his home in Shoreline in 1969 when he was just 38 years old. Join us on the 30th of January to learn more about him and the important work he did for Seattle.

The event will be held on campus 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133 in the main dining room of the PUB.


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Suni's is back - in a streamlined form

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Sign in the door of the new space
Space in the former Nail Code at 1504 NE 179th - next to Golden Bow Gifts and Flowers will be the new, temporary home of beloved Suni's Restaurant.

Owner Chris Kyrkos has confirmed that the space is currently under renovation and will be occupied by Suni's. They will serve almost a full menu; however no burgers at this space.

"It isn't big enough for a grill," Kyrkos explained. 

He said that he and his family had received so much loved and support from the community that they had to come back now, even without the burgers, as he is uncertain when the original site will be ready.


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AG Ferguson files lawsuit to block Kroger-Albertsons merger

Lake Forest Park Albertson's
Photo by Jerry Pickard

Albertsons owns Safeway and Haggen, while Kroger owns QFC and Fred Meyer

Attorney General Bob Ferguson filed a lawsuit today to block the proposed Kroger-Albertsons grocery merger. Ferguson asserts the proposed merger of the two largest supermarket companies in Washington state will severely limit shopping options for consumers and eliminate vital competition that keeps grocery prices low.
 
Ferguson also asserts that a proposal by Kroger and Albertsons to mitigate the impacts of their merger, which includes selling off more than 100 stores in Washington, does not change the fact that Kroger would still enjoy a near-monopoly in many markets in the state. 

In addition, the plan to sell the stores to a company that is primarily a wholesale supplier could set up many of the divested supermarkets to fail, endangering Washington jobs and further diminishing choices for Washington shoppers.

“This merger is bad for Washington shoppers and workers,” Ferguson said. “Free enterprise is built on companies competing, and that competition benefits consumers. Shoppers will have fewer choices and less competition, and, without a competitive marketplace, they will pay higher prices at the grocery store. That’s not right, and this lawsuit seeks to stop this harmful merger.”

Ferguson press conference

The lawsuit, filed today in King County Superior Court seeks to block the merger of Kroger and Albertsons nationwide. Ferguson asserts the merger eliminates Kroger’s closest competitor and decreases customer choice by significantly increasing the concentration of stores owned by the same company throughout Washington.

Even company executives have expressed that the merger might be illegal. After rumors of the proposed merger surfaced, a vice president with Albertsons wrote that “you are basically creating a monopoly in grocery with the merger… [it] makes no sense.”

An Albertson’s Human Resources director wrote of the merger: “It’s all about pricing and competition and we all know prices will not go down.”

Kroger and Albertsons are the two largest supermarket chains in Washington and the second and fourth largest supermarket operators in the country. They currently have more than 700,000 employees in nearly 5,000 stores across 49 states. They have combined annual revenue in excess of $200 billion.

Kroger alone has more than 21,000 workers in Washington.

Companies own more than half of Washington supermarkets

More than half of all supermarkets in Washington state are currently owned by either Kroger or Albertsons, and they account for more than 50% of all supermarket sales in the state. 

Albertsons owns Safeway and Haggen, while Kroger owns QFC and Fred Meyer. Collectively, Kroger and Albertsons operate more than 300 supermarkets in Washington, including approximately 194 in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metropolitan area.

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Community Action Meeting to Address Sex Trafficking on Aurora Ave in Seattle

Guest speaker Audrey Badeke of REST
Join Rotary of the NW for a Community Action Meeting tackling sex trafficking on Aurora — let's find solutions together.

Thursday, January 18, 2024
12255 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA
5:00pm - 7:30pm

Register here

Join us for a critical in-person event featuring guest speakers where we will learn about action steps the community and local businesses can take to address the issue of sex trafficking on Aurora Ave N in Seattle. 

This meeting will be held at the 125th Street Grill, 12255 Aurora Avenue North, Seattle, WA, 98133.

We invite community members, activists, and organizations to brainstorm effective strategies to combat this serious problem. Together, we can make a difference and create a safer environment for everyone. 

Featured speaker is Audrey Baedke, co-founder of REST (Real Escape from the Sex Trade).

Here is an opportunity to be part of the solution!

Agenda and Program

Networking, 5 - 5:30 pm; Dinner, 5:30 - 6 pm; Program and Guest Speakers, 6 pm - 7 pm; Q&A and Call to Action, 7 pm - 7:30 pm.

Admission includes dinner, $30. Donations to REST to support trafficking survivors are encouraged. RSVP is required

Your reservation includes dinner. If you do not want to purchase dinner on Eventbrite, you can RSVP to kphmediallc@gmail.com and admission is free.

Audrey Baedke is a co-founder at REST and oversees all of REST’s programs. She earned her bachelor's degree in Multicultural Studies and has worked with individuals in the sex trade for 17 years.


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Little Scotties Cheer Camp at Shorecrest High School

Little Scotties is an annual fundraiser for the Shorecrest High School Cheer Team. Each year young students from across the district join with cheer team teens to learn cheer moves, dances and have a lot of fun! 

The performance during half time of a Shorecrest basketball game is the highlight for all Little Scotties Campers!

Go! Fight! Win!

Little Scotties Cheer Camp
  • Saturday, January 20, 2024
  • 10am - 1pm (doors open at 9:30)
  • Drop off at Shorecrest High School Commons
  • For ages 5-12
  • $50 per student - includes t-shirt, bow and poms
  • Discount for siblings
  • Register day of camp with cash or check
  • Wear green and gold (Shorecrest colors) to camp if you have them
  • Bring sack lunch and a snack, water bottle and crayons or markers
  • Questions? contact Cheer Coach Trish: patricia.moore@ssd412.org
Little Scotties Performance!! 
  • Tuesday, January 30 during halftime of basketball game
  • Game starts at 7:15pm, half time around 7:40pm
  • Admission to the game is $7 adults, $5 children, free for campers


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Shorewood Cheer is state bound - again

Shorewood Stormrays Cheer Squad 2024

SW Cheer is STATE BOUND AGAIN

In just their second year competing, SW made it to State again!

At the Winter Cheerfest at Skyline High School Saturday, January 13, 2024, the Shorewood Cheer team qualified to compete both their Game Day and Non-tumbling routines at the State Cheerleading Championships on February 2-3, 2024 in Battle Ground, Washington.

Shorewood Cheer at Winter Cheerfest
Photo courtesy SW Cheer

The Stormray Cheerleaders also came away with a 2nd place finish in their non-tumbling division; only .5 points from taking first place!


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Shorewood Girls Wrestling with big wins in Marysville and Fife

Stormrays at Marysville: L-R Coach Tricia Norton, Aly Fellores, Sarah Norton, Amelia LaClergue, Abi Chishungu, Cora Morgan, Libby Norton, Izzy Crave, Finley Houck, Coach Brady Houck 
Photo Credit: Maren Norton

By Tricia Norton

Shorewood girls attended the 2nd annual Marysville Premier Girls Dual Team tournament on Friday night January 12, 2024. They came away with a 2nd place finish! 

Without a full line-up, they weren’t sure that they’d be able to place, but were looking forward to getting in some great matches. 

Shorewood first beat Glacier Peak 40 to 36. Then they took on Mount Vernon 48 to 21. In the final dual against Lake Stevens, it came down to the final match. Lake Stevens won 39 to 30. 

Shorecrest wrestlers Rebecca Rhodes and Camille Alfonse filled in two of Shorewood’s holes as non-scorers. Rhodes’ three pins helped give the Stormrays energy and propel them on to their own wins. 

Stormray freshman Sarah Norton got her first varsity wins. Junior Aly Fellores pinned all three of her opponents. Junior Cora Morgan and Sophomore Abi Chishungu also won by pin. Big wins by team captains Izzy Crave, Libby Norton and Finley Houck helped to bring home the medals.

Libby Norton pinning her opponent from Forks to take home 1st place at the Fife Lasses Tournament.
Photo by Rachel Kidd

Saturday the Stormrays headed to the Fife Lasses tournament. Freshman Amelia LaClergue wowed the crowd with a fantastic cradle to pin. Stormrays Libby Norton, Finley Houck, Izzy Crave and Ally Fellores all pinned their way into the finals. 

Houck, Crave and Fellores each finished in 2nd place and Norton took home a 1st place medal. The team placed 5th overall out of 16 teams.

This week the Stormrays will be in action at Arlington and North Creek High School.

Libby Norton is nominated for Athlete of the Week in the Herald.com - but it's a popular vote contest.


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Limited time to enroll in health insurance through WA HealthPlanFinder.org


Don’t wait!

You have limited time to enroll in a new health plan after losing Washington Apple Health (Medicaid). 

Learn more about your options at wahealthplanfinder.org and #StayCoveredWA.


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Bill introduced by Rep. Lauren Davis would limit high-potency cannabis products

Rep. Lauren Davis, D-32
OLYMPIA – High-potency THC cannabis products pose physical and mental harms that must be addressed, according to legislation introduced by Rep. Lauren Davis (D-Shoreline) and Rep. Tom Dent (R-Moses Lake).

“Today, there’s no legal limit on the potency of the psychoactive element, THC, in cannabis concentrates,” Davis said. 
“Cannabis vape oils, dabs, and shatter are regularly sold with a THC potency of nearly 100 percent—a ten-fold increase in potency from when cannabis was legalized in 2012. These concentrated products are different. And dangerous.”

House Bill 2320 spreads awareness of the dangers of high-potency THC to Washingtonians and funds the development of interventions in healthcare settings for individuals at risk of adverse health impacts from high THC products.

“The cannabis industry has changed considerably since cannabis was legalized,” Dent said. “This legislation is needed to address the everchanging market and put some measures in place to protect cannabis users and our youth.”

The bill, which will be heard in the House Regulated Substances and Gaming Committee on Tuesday, Jan. 16, also raises the age of purchase of high THC products to 25, consistent with science about brain development.

According to Dr. Beatriz Carlini, from the University of Washington’s Addictions, Drug, and Alcohol Institute, these high-THC cannabis products are “as close to the cannabis plant as strawberries are to frosted strawberry pop tarts.”

House Bill 2320 recognizes a consensus statement released by The University of Washington and Washington State University about the public health risks posed by high THC products.

That statement summarizes the best available science: “the use of cannabis with high THC concentration increases the chances of developing cannabis use disorder or addiction to cannabis, particularly among adolescents. … Daily cannabis use, particularly of high-potency products, increases the risk of developing a psychotic disorder, like schizophrenia, and is related to an earlier onset of symptoms compared to people who do not use cannabis.”

The number of young people who are being impacted by the high potency of cannabis is increasing rapidly. It is leading to serious mental health issues such as psychosis,” Dent said. “We need to address this crisis before it filters deeper into our communities.”

If enacted, the legislature would also provide funding to the Department of Health to inform Washingtonians about the harms associated with high-potency THC cannabis products through social marketing and public health messages.

“This is a case where an addiction-for-profit industry has outpaced public policy,” Davis said. “It is our duty as lawmakers to learn from history and not repeat it. We must act now to protect public health. It is past time.”

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WeatherWatcher: The transition to above freezing

Monday, January 15, 2024

Patchy ice forming on Lake Washington at Log Boom Park
Photo by Gordon Snyder

Tuesday, or more specifically Tuesday night we will begin the transition back to the normal 40°F rainy, more typical winter weather. 

The storm track is switching back to a southwest pattern over our region and will begin to bring the Pacific storm train with the first one arriving Tuesday evening.

There is a lot of cold air in place, so much so that our first storm may start as snow, freezing rain or a mixture of both. The American forecast model says snow, but the European model says freezing rain or rain. Some uncertainty of course, but I suspect we will be closer to the freezing rain or just the normal rain side of the story.

According to the latest forecasts, precipitation is not expected to arrive until around 10-11pm Tuesday night. So thankfully this shouldn't be messing up any Tuesday evening commutes. 

Most models show a change to above freezing temperatures by Wednesday morning but some models show the freezing temperatures holding on until as late as Wednesday night. Depending on how this transition goes, it could make for a very messy Wednesday.

For the remainder of the week, we continue to hover around or just above freezing with rain showers expected, maybe some snow mixing in at times during overnight hours until Friday. 

Friday through next weekend we really warm up into the mid to upper 40's for highs. Once we reach Friday the threat of any freezing precipitation should be gone and remain gone generally for the remainder of January.

A more active weather pattern is expected through the end of the month with a series of cold fronts moving through, bringing rain at times, and we can't rule out a windstorm during this next period. 

As we get closer to the second week of February, some early indications point to a possible second cold outbreak, though probably not as cold or as long lasting as this one was.


For current weather conditions visit www.shorelineweather.com


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Updated: No school for Briarcrest and Meridian Park on Tuesday

Briarcrest and Meridian Park elementary parents will have to make other arrangements for their children on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

Pipes burst at both the Meridian Park building and the North City building where Briarcrest is housed.

Statement from the district:

"All other activities, meetings, and programs at these schools are canceled for Tuesday. 

"This includes extended care, third-party facility rentals, and events scheduled for outside of the school day.

"All teachers and staff should still report to the building for their normal work hours, including food service, extended care, and others who typically work at these two sites on Tuesdays. 

"Comfortable work attire and footwear are recommended. 

"Canceling a school day is not a decision we take lightly, and we understand the strain an unexpected day off puts on families. We appreciate your understanding as we work to get the schools ready for students as quickly as we can."


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2023 Real estate market review for Shoreline


Over the past year, mortgage rates steadily increased and peaked in October at over 8%. 

Following favorable inflation reports and anticipation of a Fed rate cut in 2024, mortgage rates declined in December to mid-6% levels last seen at the end of 2022. 

Many projections suggest interest rates will continue to ease in 2024 contingent on favorable economic indicators. 

Lower interest rates help not only buyers but also might inject much-needed inventory to the market. 

Homeowners with very low mortgage rates are sometimes reluctant to sell and take on a new mortgage at higher interest rate (lock-in effect). 

The lower rates may give more homeowners requiring financing confidence to list their homes for sale.


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Residential fire in Echo Lake neighborhood leaves home uninhabitable

Residential fire on 3rd NE in Shoreline

Sunday January 14, 2024 at 8:45am, Shoreline Fire was dispatched to a residential structure fire at the 300 block of NE 191st St in the Echo Lake neighborhood of Shoreline.

The fire started in the garage where unfortunately one of their dogs was found deceased. Two adults, two children and their other dog were evacuated without injuries.

Red Cross assisted the homeowners as it was considered uninhabitable.

The cause is under investigation.

Thanks to Seattle Fire Department and South County Fire for assisting and Kirkland Fire Department for taking our other calls in our district.


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Police seek vehicle stolen after home invasion robbery in Mountlake Terrace early Monday

MOUNTLAKE TERRACE — Investigators are looking for a blue BMW convertible that was stolen from the scene of a home-invasion robbery early Monday.

Vehicle similar to one that was stolen
2011 BMW
The victims were uninjured in the incident, which was reported just after 5:45am. 

The location was in a neighborhood near the Forest Crest Playfield Complex along 236th St SW in Mountlake Terrace.

Two adults and two children were in the house at the time, Cmdr. Scott King said. 

Four armed people entered the home apparently looking for valuables, mostly electronics.

“There is no known connection between the victims and the suspects,” King said. “This was a traumatic event for the family, and out of respect for their privacy we aren’t releasing a more
precise location at this time.”

The suspects left in two vehicles: one unknown, and the victims’ 2011 blue two-door hardtop convertible BMW. The car has a metal Seahawks emblem on the back, along with metal decorative text that reads “TWEEZER.”

Police on Monday continued to canvass the neighborhood and follow up on leads. Anyone with information is asked to call 911.


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Scene on the Sound: Mountains, cargo ship, ferry, and clear shies

 
Photo by Lee Lageschulte

An Evergreen cargo ship, a Washington state ferry, and the Olympics looming in the background - an action packed shot. Not only that, the normal haze is gone.

The peak is called "The Brothers" because of the double peak.


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Art by Whitney Potter: Martin Luther King Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr. (born Michael King Jr.; January 15, 1929 – April 4, 1968) was an American Baptist minister, activist, and political philosopher who was one of the most prominent leaders in the civil rights movement from 1955 until his assassination in 1968. 

A Black church leader and a son of early civil rights activist and minister Martin Luther King Sr., King advanced civil rights for people of color in the United States through the use of nonviolent resistance and nonviolent civil disobedience against Jim Crow laws and other forms of discrimination in the United States.

A holiday in his honor is celebrated on the Monday closest to his January 15th birthday.

In 2024 the holiday does fall on his actual date of birth.


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View the last two films shot at Highland Ice Arena


See the last two films shot at Highland Ice Arena. One Drama and one Documentary.

Two Short Films "Seward" and "Melting Memories" will be screened on January 20, 2024 from 4pm to 6pm.

Join us for an exciting film screening at the Shoreline Community College theatre, located on Greenwood Ave N in Shoreline WA, USA. This in-person event is your chance to catch the last two films shot at Highland Ice Arena. Grab your popcorn and join us for a memorable evening of entertainment. 



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January recipe from Town & Country: Miso Pork Sheet Pan Meal

Miso pork sheet pan meal
Photo courtesy Town & Country

Miso Pork Sheet Pan Meal

Elevate your weeknight meal with the fermented flavor of miso! Cooking everything on one pan makes clean up a snap without sacrificing flavor.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
Yield: 2-4 Servings

INGREDIENTS

Marinade:
¼ cup white miso
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon oil (olive, avocado, or vegetable)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger

1 pork tenderloin, chunked or sliced
Broccoli and/or cauliflower florets
2 sweet potatoes, cubed (preferably Okinawa purple)
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
Fermented carrots, optional

Miso pork
Photo courtesy Town & Country

PREPARATION


STEP 1
For marinade combine miso, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic and ginger in a bowl.

STEP 2
Add pork tenderloin pieces to marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

STEP 3
Preheat oven to 400°F.

STEP 4
Coat sheet pan with pan spray, parchment paper, or foil. Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread on half of sheet pan. Bake for 10 minutes, giving them a head start because they take the longest to cook.

STEP 5
Toss broccoli and cauliflower with olive oil, salt and pepper. Remove sheet pan from oven. Give sweet potatoes a toss to flip and rotate on pan. Add marinated pork pieces and vegetables.

STEP 6
Bake for about 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender and pork is cooked. Serve with fermented carrots.

OPTIONS

This recipe would also work well with chicken, steak, shrimp, fish or tofu.

This pork would also be delicious cooked on the grill. Just leave the tenderloin whole before marinating!

The Shoreline Town & Country Market is located on the upper level of Shoreline Place, at 15505 Westminster Way N, Shoreline WA 98133 - look for the silo!



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Impaired drivers cause collision on I-5 that totals five cars and sends four people to hospitals

On Sunday, January 14, 2024 around 3:45am, a vehicle was traveling on southbound I-5 by the bus barn when it hit the left-side concrete Jersey barrier. 

The car came to rest blocking the center lane.

The driver left the car with no lights on and fled the scene on foot.

A second vehicle driven by Angelananlene Stovall, 58, of Lynnwood struck the rear of the first vehicle and came to rest in the HOV lane.

The abandoned vehicle was struck by a third vehicle, driven by Jorgin Cedeno Chinchilla, 37, of Lynnwood, and pushed to the left.

A fourth vehicle, driven by Issiaga Diallo, 44, of SeaTac, attempted to avoid the collision and struck a fifth vehicle on the passenger side, driven by Gary Giuffrida, 67, of Briar. Both those vehicles were able to pull to the right side of the freeway.

Stovall, in the second vehicle, was injured and transported to Swedish Edmonds.

In the third vehicle, Cedeno was injured but not transported; however his passenger Priscilla Rodriguez was injured and transported to a hospital. He was arrested for DUI.

The driver of the fourth vehicle, Diallo, was not injured, nor was the driver of the fifth vehicle. However, the passenger in the fifth vehicle, Patricia Giuffrida, 66, was injured and transported to Swedish Edmonds.

Photo from WSDOT Traffic Camera

The roadway was closed for four hours and forty-four minutes and all vehicles were listed as totalled and towed from the scene.

Correction: the incident took place at 3:45am not pm as in the original story
Added: WSDOT traffic cam photo


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