Because not everyone is content to wait around until the Earth's natural geologic activity outpaces Seattle Process by burping up a lava flow miraculously formed into the shape of a skatepark, Grindline and River City Skatepark are going it alone. Sorta. They're attempting to put together a privately developed public skate park in the heart of South Park (because, yeah, we were wondering about "River City" too). When it's finished, there will be a huge bowl section, an extensive street park, and offices for the skatepark design company Grindline. They just got finished clearing the lot. more ›

That hot weather we've all been clamouring for finally hit Seattle over the weekend, but not before two area beachs could slam their doors in your face. Gene Coulon Memorial Beach and Matthews Beach tested a little too positive for fecal coliform and both been closed to swimmers. more ›