Best eats in Seattle’s University District
You might have seen the long lines of people snaking around 45th Street in Seattle’s University District neighborhood. With Raising Cane’s now open after a long wait, you might be drawn to the U-District more now. Make sure you don’t miss out on the other tasty, cheap eats the area offers.
2026 UW Cherry Blossom Guide: Peak Bloom Dates & Visiting Tips
Spring is right around the corner, and soon the campus will be awash in soft pink blossoms. It's a sight that draws in the crowds every year.
Washington Weather Alert: Seattle Rain Today Before Rain–Snow Mix Monday Morning Commute
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Washington – Wet pavement glistens under gray skies this morning as light rain begins creeping across downtown Seattle. Commuters stepping outside may already feel the damp air and steady drizzle building...
DOJ: Brothers sentenced to prison for multi-year drug distribution conspiracy in Western WA
Two brothers from Mexico were sentenced in Seattle’s U.S. District Court recently after being caught with multi-pound quantities of fentanyl and heroin following police surveillance of their drug trafficking deals.
Collaborative Workspace for Entrepreneurs Arrives in Kirkland
Kirkland's MarketHQ recently celebrated its grand opening on Market Street. The event was attended by Deputy Mayor Neal Black also attended the event to highlight the city’s support for the new hub for innovation and collaboration, a press release said.. MarketHQ serves as the headquarters for several family-owned...
Is homeownership only for the wealthy? Seattle buyers now need $182K income
To afford a home in Seattle, the numbers continue to reach historic levels. According to Redfin Real Estate, the income needed to afford a home in Seattle is $182,766. Redfin also found that the median household income is $131,906. The numbers become even more daunting when examining the share of income needed to...
Which seeds can you plant now in Western Washington? Here’s expert advice
The second week of March is time to celebrate early blooms and the realization that spring refuses to be stopped. If the ground is not frozen and your soil is not too wet, you can rake the surface lightly and plant seeds of only the most hardy, cold tolerant crops and flowers.
Kelsey Creek Park’s Sheep-Shearing Tradition Returns
Kelsey Creek Park is hosting on April 25 a sheep-shearing celebration that, in addition to its title activity, will have spinning demonstrations, pony- and wagon-pulled rides, kids' activities, and more. The event dates back in the early 1990s, when ever-increasing crowds came to the Bellevue park each spring to...
School districts selected to receive a State Superintendent’s Award for Educational Excellence
State Superintendent Chris Reykdal has selected several Eastside school districts to receive the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction’s inaugural award in educational achievement in the previous school year. Among the 25 state awardees are school districts from Bellevue, Issaquah, Lake Washington and...
Pink Toe Truck creator and Seattle towing industry Icon passes away
The Seattle-area entrepreneur who built Lincoln Towing into a regional powerhouse and captured the city’s imagination with his whimsical Pink Toe Truck has died at 84.

















