Lauren Mang
Starbucks’ Pricey Silver Card, Winter Storm Watches & More News
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We’re nearing the end of the week and it’s still hella cold. Will it snow? Read on: Starbucks has launched a limited-edition, sterling silver mini card that arrives pre-loaded with $50 for food, drinks and other merch from the coffee retailer. Wow! What a perfect gift, you say. The hitch: This precious silver card costs…
Watered Down Beer at CenturyLink, Windy Conditions & More
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Leading off on this ridiculously cold Wednesday morning: Windy conditions last night again knocked out power for many folks in Western Washington, and there are several area schools that are shut down. At 7:30 a.m., Puget Sound Energy told King 5 there were around 53,000 customers without power. If you’ve been to CenturyLink Field and…
Paseo Closes Amid Strange Allegations
The beloved Fremont sandwich shop has suddenly shut its doors
The foodie world was (and still is) abuzz this afternoon after Eater reported that Caribbean sandwich restaurant Paseo has abruptly closed both of its locations. Paseo has frequently made our yearly Readers’ Choice lists for best sandwich and back in 2010, we listed its Cuban Roast as one of the 5 best sandwiches to essentially…
What’s Wrong With This House: Broadview Contemporary
How has this house not sold!? How! Swoon
Each month, we crawl through real estate listings on various websites searching for homes–in all sorts of price points and locations–that for some reason, just haven’t found the right person or family to call their own. Sad. But why haven’t these seemingly lovely abodes sold? Last month we featured this more than 100-year-old Craftsman in…
New Boutiques, A Sparkling Sale & More Shopping Events
Who says you shouldn’t shop for yourself right now? Nonsense!
Of course we should currently be on the lookout for gifts for others. (This little wonder notes there are a mere 41 days and 10 hours left until Christmas. Oy vey.) But I see no problem with slipping a sable or two for moi in with my handpicked gifts for friends and family. I do…
Sounders’ Success, Seattle is Only for the Rich & More
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Happy Birthday, Washington State. You don’t look a day over 100. Leading off today: It’s also Veteran’s Day today and Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz (one of Seattle magazine’s Most Influential People of 2014) is a driving force behind a big concert in Washington, D.C. tonight that will air on HBO at 7 p.m. EST. Chances…
Cold Temps, Happy Early Birthday to Washington State & More
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It’s a bit chilly out there on this fine Monday, but guess what: It will get much colder as the week goes on! Leading off: Enjoy your 50-degree temps today, it’s about to get a lot colder. Meteorologists say there will be a cold air mass settling over our region, which will bring lows of…
Winter Prep and Other Home To-Dos
Your Porch.com Monthly Maintenance Calendar outlines November home projects to tackle stat
I’ve already begun planning and prepping for the feast I’m going to cook on Thanksgiving. Kidding! I’ll be ordering room service at the Willows in Woodinville on turkey day. (You know me better than that.) But, there are a host of other household-related chores and activities that should be on the docket for the month…
Sunny Forecast, Printer Shoplifting & More News
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Well, it’s Friday at last. Pour yourself an eggnog latte and let’s dive into what’s happening so far today. A late surge in votes has pushed I-1351, the measure to limit class sizes and increase public school staff in Washington state, ahead. It’s currently leading by nearly 5,000 votes. Expect the next update sometime tonight….
Eggnog Latte Mayhem, Whole Foods to Open New Store & More
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The rain appears to be over for the moment, but I’m hearing we’re in for up to 40mph wind gusts. Hold on to your hats: Supporters of I-594, the measure to expand background checks for gun purchases and transfers, are pleased with their success but say that this is only the beginning, KUOW reports. The…
Home of the Week: Beautiful Broadview Estate
This traditional two-story home with French doors galore brings the lush grounds in
Each week, we’re featuring one Seattle-area home that we think is interesting, inspiring or just a downright feast for the eyes. Some of them are actually on the market, while other homes will offer enviable style tips–courtesy of their ingenious owners or designers–that you can steal for your own abode. I’m usually a modern architecture…
Election Results, Fitmob Launches Today & More News
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Happy day after Election Day, Seattle. There’s a 50/50 chance that you’re either elated over last night’s results or absolutely depressed. So let’s get to it: Kiro Radio’s Rachel Belle takes an in-depth look at Seattle’s pho phenomenon and how the delicious hot Vietnamese soup became such a mainstay here. Now I know what I’m…
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