Pet of the Week: Thor
Crossposted from Tails from RASKC By thunder, Thor is our Pet of the Week! This young Australian Shepherd mix was brought in by his previous owner because they could not keep him. They described Thor as playful, timid, and protective. Thor is definitely a handsome boy with an overbite that makes him cute and unique! He is also smart and knows how to sit, stay, come, down, and shake. Since Thor is an independent boy who likes to do his own thing, he’s one of our “Rambunctious Red” pets – full of… Read More
Big Backyard 5K 2018 in photos
Crossposted from King County Parks Plog Thank you to all of our participants and partners for your support! Your involvement helps make your King County parks a better place. We appreciate your involvement and thank you for making Your Big Backyard that much more awesome. Visit the Parks Plog and @iheartkcparks on Twitter to check out a few of the photos we’ve shared, and we’ll see you next year for the 10-year anniversary of the BBY5K!
Pride T-shirt orders due Friday
If you want to pre-order a King County Pride T-shirt, orders and payment are due to Public Health by Friday, June 8. For guaranteed delivery of a specific size, download and complete the order form. T-shirts are $9 each and available in adult and children’s sizes. A limited number of T-shirts in adult sizes will be available for free on parade day, June 24, on a first-come, first-served basis. Completed forms and cash/checks can be delivered to Mariah Taylor, 12th floor of Chinook, CNK-PH-1250.
Executive Constantine releases statement on passing of Executive Revelle
King County Executive Dow Constantine released the following statement on the passing of Executive Randy Revelle, who served from 1981-1985: “I considered Executive Randy Revelle’s legacy of public service last month when I announced a plan to protect tens of thousands of acres of farmlands, forests and shorelines. It was Executive Revelle who first launched the Conservation Futures Program in 1982, following a proposal from Executive Spellman. For many decades, we have protected green space in our county, and I am honored to have the opportunity to build on his original plan…. Read More
EcoConsumer Repair Event at Kent Library June 12
The next King County community repair event, Kent Repair Time, is at the Kent Library Tuesday, June 12 from 3 to 6 p.m. The King County EcoConsumer public outreach program sponsors free repair events around King County, where residents can bring small household items and clothing and our experienced, all-purpose fixers and sewers will work on them. You can learn repair tips as well! People bring in items such as lamps, vacuums, fans, chairs, tools, VCRs, music players, blenders, toasters, toys, pants, dresses, hijabs and more. Our overall success rate at these… Read More
Metro’s 42nd Annual Metroadeo
Shared from Metro’s For employees site King County employees: join Metro General Manager Rob Gannon and Metro’s Safety team on Saturday, June 16 to recognize the skills of our fantastic bus operators! There are three ways King County employees can participate. Bus operators can sign up now to compete in the Metroadeo. Employees can bring their antique, classic or special interest cars, trucks, motorcycles or any other vehicle to the 30th Annual Employee Car Show. Save the date and attend the event. Bring your family and friends! Metroadeo Operators can sign up now… Read More
30th Annual King County Employees Car Show June 16
The Metro Employees Historic Vehicle Association is sponsoring the 30th Annual King County Employees Car Show in conjunction with the 42nd King County Metro Transit Metroadeo on Saturday, June 16 at the Metro Transit Safety and Training Center, 11911 East Marginal Way South, Tukwila. All King County employees, their families and friends are invited to show off their antique, classic or special-interest vehicles. There will be great prizes and giveaways, registration is free and begins at 9 a.m. The event begins at 10 a.m. and concludes with an awards ceremony at 1:30… Read More
Celebrating Best Starts for Kids’ school partnerships
Crossposted from Best Starts for Kids Blog Schools have a lot of jobs. In addition to education, schools are tasked with helping children, young people, and families navigate challenges in their lives and connect to the resources they need to succeed. That’s why schools and the organizations that support them are critical partners in accomplishing Best Starts for Kids’ vision. On Tuesday, Best Starts for Kids partners working in the Bellevue School District met with Executive Constantine at Highland Middle School to celebrate these partnerships and discuss how Best Starts for Kids… Read More
Pet of the Week: Callie
Crossposted from Tails from RASKC Cuddlebug Callie is our Pet of the Week! This senior girl is a gentle and loving cat, and likes to take things slow – so we’re calling her one of our pets with a “Bashful Blue” personality. She may get a little nervous in new situations, and will do best with a family who understands she may need some time to warm up. Once she gets to know you, she would love to cuddle with you in your lap! Callie may not get along with other cats,… Read More
There’s still time to register for Sunday’s BBY5K!
Since 2010, the Big Backyard 5K has raised more than $300,000 – funds that have improved Your Big Backyard. Get signed up to join in the fun at Marymoor Park this weekend! The 2018 BBY5K sponsored by Kaiser Permanente is happening at 9 a.m. Sunday at King County’s Marymoor Park. Visit the site to register. If you register soon enough, you can use Discount Code KPThrive to get $20 off. Once registered, you can pick up your race bib, your BBY5K t-shirt, and – if you’re getting them – your BBY5K hoodie… Read More
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