Lake 22: A Guide to the Alpine Wetland Hike
Lake 22 is situated on Mount Pilchuck and features mountain views, a wetland and a peaceful lake at the end of the trail. The trail itself is a round trip …
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An Interview with King County District Court Judge Candidate Bianca Tse
Last Tuesday, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Bianca Tse, a seasoned trial lawyer and former prosecuting deputy who has resided and practiced in the Eastside for over …
Exploring Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
This past weekend, I had the pleasure of exploring Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens during the city’s Pride Weekend Celebrations. Located on South Street, I was met with crowds of people excited …
What to Watch – TV This Summer
Whether you have Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+ or something else, there are plenty of shows to keep you entertained through to September. . . . At times, you may sense …
Extreme Dwarfanators Wrestling in Seattle
On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, I had the pleasure of attending the Extreme Dwarf Wrestling show at LTD Bar and Grill in Seattle with friends. As a note to readers, …
Countries Prepare to Face an El Niño Weather Pattern That Could Be Forming
It is apparent that the planet could be facing its next El Niño weather event in 2026, and it’s shaping up to be one of the strongest in history. With …
SEVENTY48 Northwest Maritime Race
133 paddlers, rowers and peddlers gathered in Tacoma this May for the 2026 SEVENTY48 race, an endurance event that challenges participants to travel roughly 70 miles from Tacoma to Port …
25 Gray Whales Have Washed Up On Washington Coastline
As of May 29, 25 gray whales have washed up on Washington’s coastlines this year alone. This makes it close to breaking the previous record of 35 gray whales to …
Bellevue College Hosts Vigil for Juniper Blessing
Bellevue College’s 2SLGBTQIA+ Task Force, Queer and Trans Resource Center, and Gender Based Violence Prevention held a vigil for trans lives and in memory of Juniper Blessing on May 27 …
Local Man Charged in Murder of UW Student
On May 10, Juniper Blessing, a 19- year-old UW student, was found stabbed to death in her apartment building’s laundry room. Official statements have not been made regarding the circumstances …
The New York Knicks Are Going To The Finals
For the first time since 1999, the New York Knicks are returning to the NBA Finals after completing a series sweep against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The series ended with a …
AIPAC and Its Significance in American Politics
On May 20, headlines underscored Representative Thomas Massie’s (R-KY) loss in his state’s GOP primaries, losing his 14-year position to Republican opponent Ed Gallrein. Though many politicians are being cycled …
ASG Presents 5th Annual Gala – Enchanted Garden
Get ready for a night to remember! Bellevue College’s Associated Student Government has announced their 5th Annual Gala: The Enchanted Garden. The event will occur on June 5, from 5-10 …
An Overview and Recap of The Mandalorian
For those who haven’t watched the show in years, or have somehow never watched it until now, a recap would equally suffice. Here’s everything to know about the Mandalorian leading …
Two Rap Geniuses Release on The Same Day
Rap artists Drake and Lucki both released two highly anticipated albums, ICEMAN and Dr*gs R Bad, on the same day, May 15. Rather than engaging in rivalry, the artists supported …
Explore Bellevue’s Natural History with the Coal Creek Hike
The Coal Creek Trail is one of the most well-known outdoor trails in Bellevue. Stretching through forests, wetlands and streams, the trail gives visitors a chance to experience nature while …
Do We Love The Same Sounds Universally?
Music is mystifying in all of its simplicities, representative of one of the sensory experiences that can be understood scientifically, so it begs the question of why music compels us …
The Blue Dot Fever Phenomena
In 2026, many big-name music artists are cancelling major tours left and right for undefined reasons. Some have cited unexpected health conditions, personal battles and mental health instability. However, it …
Clavicular is an Insecure Teenage Girl, and He Won’t Get Better Until He Accepts It
On May 15, influencer Brandon Peters, known as Clavicular online, was taken to court over an alligator shooting case. Peters is being charged with unlawfully discharging a firearm in public …
What Happens When Too Many Students Earn A’s?
At one of the country’s most prestigious universities, a debate is ongoing over awarding grades and academic standards in higher education. Recently, Harvard University has considered limiting the number of …