Email: kendall.watson@patch.com
Phone: 206-455-1331
Hometown: Salem, UT
Age: 37
Bio: From 2006 to 2010, I've worked at newspapers in California and Washington state, including the Mercer Island Reporter in 2009 covering education and sports.
Beliefs
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Politics
How would you describe your political beliefs?
I'm a mixed bag. I strongly believe in the power of the government to act as a force for good and to improve people's lives. It is, after all, made up of people. But I also believe that our elected representatives should be held accountable and spend money they raise for the state carefully and wisely—they should conserve our resources for when we really need them. It is, after all, our money. And finally, we should always be thinking about how our actions affect others, now and in the future—both those we don't know and our loved ones living with us now, as well as our children and grandchildren not yet born.
Are you registered with a certain party?
I am not currently registered with a political party.
Religion
How religious would you consider yourself?
I consider myself a casual observer of the mystery of life, and enjoy the multitude of expressions in celebration of it. Heck, it's one of the main reasons I sought out a career in writing. I believe in this.
Both the State Route 520 bridge in both directions and northbound Interstate 405 will be closed from 10 p.m. Friday, July 12, until 5 a.m. Monday, July 14.
Two different contests seek your best images.
The electronically activated lockers cost 5 cents an hour to use, after cyclists purchase a $20 access card.
What you need to know about Ramadan.
Acma Mission Farms is still permitted to sell food at the Mercer Island Farmers Market that are exempt from permit.
National Night Out is a crime prevention and preparedness event involving over 14,000 communities from all 50 states.
King County health officials are warning that other travelers may have been exposed to the disease on July 4.
King County health officials are warning that other travelers may have been exposed to the disease on July 4.
All kids and teens up to 18 years old can receive a free lunch at various parks and locations across King County this summer.
All kids and teens up to 18 years old can receive a free lunch at various parks and locations across King County this summer.
A final set of public hearings on the implementation of I-502 will be held in early August throughout the Puget Sound area.
A final set of public hearings on the implementation of I-502 will be held in early August throughout the Puget Sound area.
Monday, July 8, will be the last day to register to vote or update voter registration information online or in person in time for the Aug. 6 primary election, according to King County Elections.
Monday, July 8, will be the last day to register to vote or update voter registration information online or in person in time for the Aug. 6 primary election, according to King County Elections.
City officials say its re-dedication under a new name will honor Davis’s contribution to Island quality of life.
Last night's power outage might have you wondering if the food in your refrigerator or freezer is safe.
A 36-year-old Issaquah man was unharmed but shaken after several shots were fired at him on Tuesday near Chelan Falls.
Dr. Eric Jorgensen of Modern Family Dentistry of Issaquah has begun offering "Icon Procedure" dental filings, which do not involve the use of the feared dental drill.
The July 4th holiday has traditionally seen an increase in the number of pool and spa drownings, compared to an average week over the rest of the summer.
The team of 9 and 10-year-olds defeated Bellevue Thunderbird Little League twice to win the District 9 title.
