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Good morning Seattle! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Seattle’s new e-cargo bikes change your holiday deliveries?
  • What pushed Seattle to label this Aurora Avenue club a nuisance?
  • How will Seattle’s $1.3 billion education levy change your child’s school?

Also on today's calendar: Eleventh Hour Makers Market and 9 more events.

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And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Hal Q.!

Today's riddle: Jimmy, did you crash on your bike again? You’ve lost a tooth! 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A morning shower; cloudy, with a high of 56 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Monday: Heavy rain in the morning, temps: high: 59, low: 48.
  • Tuesday: Windy with rain at times, with a high of 55 and low of 41 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Electric Bikes Poised To Transform Package Delivery In Downtown Seattle (mega993online.com) — Downtown Seattle package delivery is about to change as the City Council and SDOT roll out a Commercial E-Cargo Bike Program, swapping many vans for electric cargo bikes. The city is creating special curb zones and free permits so local businesses can deliver faster, cheaper, and with fewer emissions while navigating crowded Seattle streets.
   

2. Chief Barnes labels Aurora Avenue strip club a chronic nuisance (kiro7.com) — Seattle police have declared Club Dollhouse on Aurora Avenue North a chronic nuisance property after an investigation uncovered alleged illegal alcohol sales, sexual exploitation, and unsecured guns. The designation forces the club and property owner to fix safety problems or face steep daily fines, as city leaders warn similar businesses they could face the same consequences.
   

3. SCHOOLS: Denny IMS hosts community conversation about Families, Education, Preschool, Promise Levy just passed by voters (westseattleblog.com) — Seattle families gathered at Denny International Middle School to discuss how the newly renewed $1.3 billion Families, Education, Preschool and Promise levy will shape local schools, childcare, and college access through 2032. City officials outlined what Seattle homeowners will pay, how funds will support preschool, K–12 enrichment, mental health, and Seattle Promise college, and how residents can still influence the implementation plan.
   

4. FOLLOWUP: About the sea-lion sightings at Don Armeni Boat Ramp (westseattleblog.com) — A pair of California sea lions resting at West Seattle’s Don Armeni Boat Ramp drew a response from Seal Sitters and marine-mammal experts, who determined both animals appeared thin but not in distress. Volunteers monitored them for hours, confirmed one as previously treated “Oscar” from Des Moines, and are urging residents to report any marine mammals along the West Seattle and Duwamish shoreline to their daily hotline.
   

5. Does your insurance cover flooding or mold after a natural disaster? (kiro7.com) — Seattle homeowners returning after recent flooding are finding that standard insurance often won’t cover flood damage or mold, which many companies treat as the owner’s responsibility. The story urges residents to review their policies now, consider separate flood or mold coverage, and explore possible federal emergency grants or loans if they qualify.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • LOST CAT LAKE CITY
    Hi neighbors, My friend’s indoor cat Sanji got out and is missing in the Lake City area. Details: • Name: Sanji • Male, intact • About 1.5 years… (Nextdoor Pinehurst SW)
  • Missing dog near 5th Ave exit.
    Her name is Sophie about 7 lbs. we fear maybe a coyote got her, but are still looking. She is about 7lbs. Looks like a yorki.she is white, black and… (Nextdoor Top Hat)
  • Collabera posted a job opening for Drone Operator in Seattle. Apply here.
  • Mighty-O Donuts posted a job opening for Bakery Production Crew (Baker)- Overnight in Seattle. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Seattle here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I didn’t lose a tooth, Mom. It’s right here in my pocket.
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