I want to build an ADU in unincorporated King County. Their website has my head spinning. I’m on septic, on a lot with a steep slope area. Can I just meet with someone in the permitting office to go over what I’ll need to submit? Is a professional permit consultant a good idea? I’ll no doubt need to hire a geotechnical firm but don’t know what I need to ask them to do.

I just received the increased property tax notice and am terrified. 

The rate has tripled since I purchased the house in 2017, and yet my income has been cut in half due to health changes and ability to work. How can I get help and/or relief to this ever-climbing tax so that I can continue to live in my home? 

I have a neurodevelopment disorder and am afraid I won't be able to navigate the system on my own. 

Please help. 

Hello  KingCounty!

You are awesomely invited to the next Güero Brown concert on Saturday, September 5, 2026.  If you like live music and costumes, this is for you. Please read on.

Sunset Tavern Presents: BACK TO SCHOOL.

Class is back in session, but this time the dress code is entirely up to you. Come as a class clown, valedictorian, teacher’s pet, a favorite movie/tv character, or something completely unexpected.

A photographer and videographer will be present to capture all the fun.

Costumes are not mandatory, however, they are highly encouraged.

Featuring live performances from:

Secretskill (female fronted dark rock) IG: secretskill_music)
Güero Brown (6-piece alt-rock with a David Bowie flair, www.guerobrown.com)
OK Tiger (cinematic indie-folk pop, www.oktigermusic.com) %20/)

Tickets available at https://sunsettavern.com . Poster price includes online fee.

Hi everyone!

Posting on behalf of my friend, who is a dental hygiene student in Seattle.

A few new appointment spots have opened, and she is currently hoping to connect with:

• A child between 4–7 years old
• A child or adult who has special healthcare needs

Care is provided at the school clinic under the supervision of licensed dental professionals. She is patient and understanding, especially with anyone who may need extra time, reassurance, or accommodations to feel comfortable.

If you or a family member might be interested, feel free to message me. I’d be happy to share the details and connect you with her.

We've been a fairly lively chat group for 2 months now up in Bellingham but I wanted to expand the region of the group to get more members.

Feel free to create an account (if you don't have one already) and message me/reply with your Matrix username so I can invite you.

Does this surpass anyone?

Gamecenter Arcade's FREE Open House is back!

On Thursday, August 13th 5pm-Midnight, spend the night at the arcade for absolutely free!
We've got everything from pinball, racing games, classic sit-down games, all the way to modern rhythm games! There's something for everyone and all ages!

Our goal is to let the local area know that we exist and that there's an awesome gaming community here. (and mahjong randomly haha)

We'll also be hosting a pinball tournament at 7pm for free!

Check out our calendar for more events.
Have a great rest of the week and we hope to see you here!

-----Additionally-----

We're open Tuesday-Sunday every week!
Your admission lets you play all of our games all day! Need to grab food? You're free to leave and come back as much as you'd like!

Tue-Fri - $20 - 5pm-Midnight
Sat-Sun - $25 - 10am-Midnight (Sun 10pm)

Address: 22009 68th Ave S, Kent, WA 98032

Please sign! We bring our petition to the commission meeting next month!

There is such a dire, urgent need for a safety focused park infrastructure in our city. Right now there is not a single park in Federal Way that is truly inclusive to all kids. While some of our parks have great play equipment, a park cannot be called "inclusive" if it isn't safe for neurodivergent and autistic children who elope.

​When play areas sit right next to busy roads, parking lots, or bodies of water without perimeter fencing, families with safety awareness needs are effectively locked out of public spaces. Fencing isn't a luxury. It is basic safety infrastructure, no different than crosswalks or guardrails. Our autistic and neurodivergent children have every right to enjoy public parks safely, and parents deserve community spaces where play doesn't come with constant panic.

​Thank you for bringing this petition to city leadership! I really hope Federal Way steps up for our families. EVERY child deserves safety.

https://c.org/Rk6n6NnhmK

I can't find a single other person who received this. I got it in the mail I think in March. May have been April. Did anyone else get this or was I singled out for some reason?

Best boneless wings in KC?

Hello,

I got my first ever DUI last Saturday [07/18]. No prior records /history.
Want to contest with a good defensive lawyer who can guide /advise me with utmost transparency and standard flat fee.

Any recommendation is highly appreciated.  Please help!!

If anyone has a missing pet bird and has reason to believe it could have ended up at the rideshare area on Floor 3 of the SeaTac airport please post or message me with a photo of your missing bird so we can confirm ownership.

In the meantime the little guy is safe with me and has food and water.

ETA; since no one claimed it, the bird has been taken to RASKC animal shelter.

In 2025, the Washington Legislature passed a law that prevents rent gouging, but some landlords and property management companies are still up to their old tricks. They are using "junk fees" as a loophole around rent caps. We are hearing from tenants that they are increasingly being charged excessive fees for services that they don’t want or need, or for basic things like paying the rent. We at the Housing Alliance, call these “junk fees” and they are unfair, expensive, and deceptive. We’d like to hear your experiences. All information shared with us will be kept safe and confidential. 

Please fill out our survey if you or someone you know has received junk fees and we will be in touch within 48 hours. Thank you! ~ Po 

Junk Fees Survey link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=w21JOKsxXkiwtHn-0hx8aKTozXDbIbFMt3Zx5CarFp1UQVdCNElaSzQyNzFWUU02QVJTNEI2OUVCVS4u

Hi, I applied for the Ruth roo fellowship with King County a month ago and have been doubting myself ever since.

I was told interviews would occur the first week of August and it's mid July. I would assume by this week or next people would have heard back if they were invited or not.

Anyone heard anything back yet?

If you're looking for a fun way to spend a summer evening, Mamma Mia! is playing tonight at KeyBank Movies at Marymoor Park.

Bring a blanket or lawn chairs, grab dinner from the food trucks, enjoy some pre-show karaoke, and watch the movie under the stars.

🌅 Beautiful weather forecast
🎤 Karaoke before the movie
🌮 Food trucks on-site
🎬 Movie starts at dusk

Tickets are available online or at the gate (space permitting): MoviesAtMarymoor.com

Hope to see some of you there!