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June 26: Say ‘I Do’ at one of King County Parks’ scenic wedding ceremony locations
If you’re planning an outdoor wedding this year, why not check out one of the several beautiful venues that are available through King County Parks?
June 17: King County working with landowners, agencies to protect river banks from invasive knotweed
The battle is on to protect some of King County’s highest quality riverside habitat from knotweed, a tough, invasive plant.
June 11: Housing, treatment and support services increased for veterans and their families, others in need- King County
Homeless veterans and low-income families with children are among the people who received housing and a variety of other services this past year thanks to the voter approved Veterans and Human Services levy.
June 10: Household hazardous waste collection continues June 20 with summer visits of Wastemobile
King County’s popular program continues 19th year of safeguarding environment
May 22: 100s of dogs and cats to be available at King County’s Kent Shelter
Animal lovers have a big day and tough decisions ahead: animal shelters and rescue groups from all over the state will be bringing hundreds of adoptable dogs and cats of all ages, sizes and breeds to King County’s Kent Animal Shelter on Saturday, June 2
May 17: Snowmelt keeps flows high as King County continues to monitor dangerous river conditions
Saturday’s record-breaking high temperatures continue to melt a heavy mountain snowpack, as rivers across King County remain high and dangerous. The King County Flood Warning Center has been open since 9 p.m. Friday evening to monitor river flows.
May 16: Minor flooding noted on Snoqualmie River
King County opened its Flood Warning Center at 9 p.m. Friday evening to monitor what is expected to be minor flooding conditions on the Snoqualmie River this weekend. Heavy snowmelt caused by unseasonably warm temperatures led to the minor flood condition
April 29: Land use benchmarks report notes growth in jobs, new homes, centered in urban areas - King County
Talk to most King County residents and you get the sense they enjoy some of the best job and residential options in the region.
April 16: Love blooms on the Route 308
Marriage proposals can be pretty unusual, but Troy Kleweno gets really high marks for turning King County Metro Transit's Route 308 into a love bus.
April 16: April 20 memorial for fallen runner set along King County's Sammamish River Trail
Family, friends and co-workers of Elizabeth "Liz" Duncan will gather April 20 for a memorial dedication ceremony along the Sammamish River Trail to honor the 26-year-old Seattle resident who was killed one year ago.
April 15: King County property tax deadline fast approaching, easy, secure payment options available- King County
Income taxes aren’t the only tax due in April. King County property owners/taxpayers are reminded that real estate and personal property taxes for the first half of 2008 must be paid or postmarked by April 30, 2008.
March 31: Opportunity for civic-minded residents on King County Board of Ethics- King County
King County residents with an interest in law and ethics have an opportunity to apply for an open position on the King County Board of Ethics.
March 25: King County offers grant funding for small habitat restoration projects
Discover how easy it is to be green and make environmentally-friendly lifestyle choices at King County's educational pavilion during the Green Festival, April 12-13 at the Washington State Convention & Trade Center in Seattle.
March 25: Islanders selected for Dockton Road advisory group
The King County Roads Services Division has selected 14 Vashon-Maury Island residents to help advise the county on the Dockton Road Preservation Project.
March 14: County Council Town Hall to examine Equity and Social Justice Initiative
The King County Council will examine the Equity and Social Justice Initiative (ESJI) at a Town Hall Meeting in Kent on Monday, March 24. This initiative is a major new county initiative.
March 12: King County residents to get preview of new business and real estate opportunities at Seattle Southside Forum- King County
Everyone knows King County's Eastside is booming. But Seattle's Southside, while less well known, is also on the move.
March 11: King County mobile home park buyout will relocate residents from harm's way
Residents of Cedar Grove Mobile Home Park along the swift-flowing, flood prone Cedar River in Maple Valley will be safely relocated from harm's way under a King County plan that includes financial assistance and counseling benefits for park residents.
Feb. 11: Closing gap for poor and communities of color is focus of Sims initiative- King County
Poor children and people of color would be just as healthy, and grow up, graduate, and get jobs at the same rate as other children as part of the vision of a major King County initiative announced today.
Feb 5: Brief closure at King County’s Dockton Park docks as state works to eradicate invasive marine species
They’ve got a funny name, but no one is laughing about the discovery of invasive sea squirts at King County’s Dockton Park.
King County's Master Recycler Composter training program returns to Federal Way
While some people might only see "garbage" in the everyday items they throw away, King County's Solid Waste Division sees a tremendous opportunity to create resources, while reducing the volume of material headed to the landfill.
Jan. 16: Partnership will lead to mountain bike course at King County’s Duthie Hill Park
A public mountain bike skills course is being planned for King County's Duthie Hill Park on the Sammamish Plateau, thanks to a unique partnership between King County Parks and the Backcountry Bicycle Trails Club (BBTC).
Dec. 21: King County added to federal flood relief
Federal help is on the way for King County residents recovering from damage caused by the recent flooding. Today the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) declared King County eligible for individual assistance for the recent series of storms hitting
Dec. 18: First rate increases in 9 years will help modernize King County’s solid waste transfer stations
For the first time in nine years, King County solid waste rates will increase for the disposal of garbage at transfer stations. Much-needed safety and efficiency improvements to the 40-year-old solid waste handling system are the main drivers of the incre
Dec. 10: King County Council approves Sims' proposal to waive disposal fees for flood-damaged items
The King County Council today approved Executive Ron Sims' proposal to waive disposal fees at solid waste handling facilities Dec. 13-16 for county residents with flood-damaged debris.
Dec. 6: Free flu shots on December 9, 2007
Free seasonal influenza shots will be provided by Public Health – Seattle & King County on Sunday, December 9th between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Delridge and Renton Community Centers. Public Health is once again practicing its ability to vaccinate larg
Nov. 27: Brighten holiday mailing with customized stamps featuring King County Parks scenes
Get into the holiday spirit by supporting your favorite King County park or trail with custom made postage for greeting cards.
Oct. 4: King County teachers’ resource directory available
Teachers interested in expanding classroom lessons can find activities, special presentations and grants for a wide range of topics in the newly updated King County Programs for Educators Directory.
Oct 3: Catch a glimpse of our region's past at Discovery Park's Archaeology Day
In the 1990s, workers expanding King County's West Point Treatment Plant discovered a window to Puget Sound's ancient past: A 3,600-year-old shellfish midden that contained clues to what life was like thousands of years ago.
Oct. 1: Local leaders gather at rally against domestic violence- King County
The King County Government Domestic Violence (DV) Council held a rally today at Seattle City Hall Plaza to call on citizens to end domestic violence, reach out and get involved.
Sept. 20: Room to grow in King County's urban areas according to new report- King County
An ample supply of buildable land will support commercial and residential development for King County's growing population over the next 15 years according to the 2007 Buildable Lands Report released today.
July 25: Essential King County services now offered in Covington- King County
King County Executive Ron Sims today announced the grand opening of the Community Service Center in Covington, the seventh center that provides citizens in rural locations easier access to essential government service