Sounds like there was a conflagration at the Rancho Bravo Taco Truck today. At 7:42 pm tonight, Andrew sent us a tweet: There's a fire truck at Rancho Bravo. I saw 3 firemen on top of the new taco truck spraying fire extinguisher down the chimney. And BaconFriedRice posted this photo to Twitter of the action: We've dropped Freddy Rivas, the owner, a line to find out more and will let you know what we learn.
Seattle Crime ran this very intriguing post today: Man Turns Himself In For Wallingford Stabbing, Isn't Arrested By Jonah Spangenthal-Lee Hours after police were called to the scene of a stabbing in Wallingford on February 23rd, a man walked in to the North Precinct, confessed to the crime, and handed over a knife, a police report says. Just before midnight, the man—accompanied by two other men—walked into the North Precinct and told the officer at the front desk he had been…
George Swanson Sr. never had the chance to attend high school, yet he built a family-operated Seattle shoe repair business that continues to thrive today—more than 80 years later. And, it’s still in the family. Swedish-born George Sr. left school as a kid to work in a shoe factory due to Sweden’s then famine-stricken economy. Later into his teens, he immigrated to the U.S., where he gained citizenship and was drafted into World War I—landing him in Fort Lewis, repairing military…
On Saturday , March 13, FamilyWorks will host Drew Derby—King County librarian and puppeteer extraordinare—for an hour long, family fun puppet show, from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. The show is appropriate for families with children ages 2-11. Suggested donation is $2 per person, or pay what you can. All proceeds benefit the FamilyWorks food bank and free parent education programs. FamilyWorks is located at 1501 N. 45th (45th and Woodlawn Avenue N.) Click here to print a flyer and help spread…
The fellowship hall at Gift of Grace Lutheran was filled today as the volunteers prepared and served a free hearty meal to the community. Everyone is welcomed at GraceFeast, the mission is to bring together neighbors and provide a meal to those who need it. Powered totally by volunteers and donations, it is truly neighbors helping neighbors. You can read one volunteer's story here. Sitting down with Steve, a regular, highlighted the changes the homeless community has seen over his 30…
As our less than wintery winter plods along, many people are looking forward to spring for more then just the weather. As couples prep for the big day Wallingford has the icing on the cake, or more correctly, the cupcake. Trophy Cupcakes, in Wallingford Center, is holding tastings for couples interested in cupcake creations for their reception. The tastings are hosted by Jennifer Shea, the proprietor and head wedding consultant. Participants get to taste 12 flavors of mini-cupcakes and review the…
Gas Works Park was buzzing with 50+ chefs on Tuesday morning -- all from big name restaurants throughout the city. The backdrop served as a place to film a promotional video for Seattle Restaurant Week, which makes its debut April 18-29. During that week, over 100 restaurants citywide will be serving three course dinners for $25, and many will also serve three course lunches for $15. Wallingford restaurants Avila, Ivar's Salmon House, Joule, and Tilth will participate in the promotion. Seattle…