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Loyal Heights Community Center is offering spots in various winter classes and programs for the community. Families can enroll their kids in a Pre-Ballet class for ages 6 to 8, which runs on Mondays from January 5 to February 9, from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Registration is currently open, and interested p...

This year has been filled with ups and downs, prompting a focus on reflection and meditation. As the year ends, reflecting on past experiences and setting intentions for the new year is important. This process involves evaluating successes and challenges, determining what to let go of, and identi...

The holiday season has brought a significant milestone for regional transit with the beginning of pre-revenue operations for the 2 Line’s Crosslake Connection. This new phase marks an important step in the project, signaling progress in providing enhanced transit options for the community. As the...

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is hosting a winter donation drive across King County, with drop boxes for toys, coats, clothing, and toiletries set up at various clinics and partner sites. These donations not only meet immediate needs but also provide a message of support to clients facing ...

King County Emergency Management is assessing the damage caused by recent flooding and is urging residents and business owners to participate in a survey. Individuals and renters who have experienced property damage can access the KCOEM Residential Impact Survey. Business owners facing losses can...

King County’s School-Based Partnerships Annual Report for 2024-25 highlights the collaboration between schools and health services to support student well-being. The report details various initiatives aimed at improving access to mental health resources, physical health care, and overall student ...

Fatoumata Diallo and Halima Mohamed completed a monthslong job shadowing program with Seattle Municipal Court employees. They are part of the Legal Pathways initiative at UW-Tacoma, which is funded by the Washington State Legislature. This program aims to introduce high school students to careers...

Happy Holidays from LIHI! The organization expresses gratitude for the support received in helping low-income and homeless individuals access affordable housing and essential services like shelters and laundry facilities. LIHI has been committed to addressing the housing and homelessness crisis f...

The Washington State Department of Health has revoked or suspended the licenses, certifications, or registrations of several health care providers due to various misconducts. Marty J. Hulm lost his home care aide credential after being placed on the long-term care abuse and neglect registry in Ju...

Veteran homelessness can be hidden and takes various forms, including frequent moves between friends’ homes, living in cars, or temporary stays to escape unsafe situations. Many Veterans face instability that impacts their physical health and mental well-being. Some families move frequently, crea...

Harm reduction is a public health strategy that helps minimize the negative effects of injection drug use, aiming to prevent fatal overdoses and new infections from HIV and hepatitis C. It acknowledges that individuals may not be ready to stop using drugs but still deserve access to resources tha...

YouthCare is focused on enhancing services for unhoused young people, emphasizing direct support and stabilization of essential programs. Recent updates reveal that the organization has maintained its shelter beds and continues to provide vital services like meals and housing. Young people’s feed...