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i was born and raised here but i’m having trouble finding ways to spend my days when i’m bored any suggestions on what i should do here? or in the surrounding areas?

Recently I posted seeking advice about a Seattle coffee shop operating under extremely disgusting sanitary practices . I've reported them to the health department, but I also understand the power of the internet, and if I were a Monorail customer I'd want to know about what’s going on behind the scenes. More in comments. First things first, the Pike location does not have a rapid rinse, so they are not rinsing out milk pitchers in between drinks. So if you go there and get a latte, you're drinking remnants of milk that have been already steamed dozens (if not hundreds) of times. This makes the milk burn and stick to the sides and bottom of the pitcher. Then it goes into your drink. They line up all their milk pitchers on top of the espresso machine to keep the old milk warm for the next drink, and to "eliminate waste". They also have an open toilet behind the counter (yes you read that right), about 10 feet or less away from where they're preparing drinks. This toilet does not have a lid on it, is filthy, and the staff uses it daily, often without latching the pocket door. Near the toilet, they store their merch, clean towels, mop materials, cleaning materials, coffee bags, staff member belongings, etc. I prepared a batch of cold brew in a grimey mop sink directly next to the toilet. A manager trained me on how to do it this specific way. Oh! They also don't sanitize their dishes. Just wash and rinse. At their Westlake location, they're using the same shop vac hose for messes on the floor that they use to clean out the espresso grinder at the end of every day. I also saw them do this at the 4th Ave location. They are not sanitizing the hose between uses. I've also included a photo of what their sanitizer bucket looks like. I watched the baristas on bar, during business hours, drop multiple things on the floor (portafilter, cold foam squeeze bottles) and continue using them like nothing happened. Everything there is covered in a layer of sugar/grime and it’s disgusting. The fact that the entire staff collectively see nothing wrong with any of this genuinely keeps me up at night. I don't know if a slap on the wrist from the health department will get the message across or bring about the appropriate internal change, maybe it will. But I believe in informed consent, and this extends to beloved Seattle coffee shops too. Sorry if I just ruined your day but I’d wanna know if I were you.

I have an old electric forced air furnace that needs repair. If you have had a good (or bad) experience with an HVAC company, can you please let me know? Please do not recommend yourself.

Hello! I recently accepted a job offer for what I would describe as my “dream job” in Seattle. My wife and I will be moving from South Florida (ft lauderdale area) to Seattle in the new year. We first visited Seattle this past summer and fell in love with the nature and the culture. We are a lesbian, liberal couple so suffice to say we wanted out of crazy Florida. My wife is originally from Puerto Rico, and I’m originally from NYC, moved to FL in 2002. I describe myself as being “a Floridian raised by New Yorkers” lol. I would say I’m the most nervous about the logistics for the actual cross-country move and the “Seattle Freeze”. My wife is more timid and shy, but I am pretty outgoing. We both love nature and hiking. We are loving cat moms and will be bringing our 2 boys with us. We are both excited and nervous. Any tips appreciated!

Hi! My husband and I are moving to the Seattle area in the next couple of months, and we’re having a really hard time finding a townhome, villa, or apartment community that has a small fenced yard with the unit. We have 3 dogs, so having some kind of private fenced outdoor space is really important to us. It definitely doesn’t have to be a huge yard—even a small one would work! Does anyone know of any pet-friendly townhome/villa/apartment communities with fenced yards? We’re open to areas around Seattle, Bothell, Everett, Shoreline, Lynnwood, etc. We’d ideally like to stay reasonably close to Lake Forest Park since that’s where my family lives. (Within 45 minutes) Any recommendations would be VERY appreciated! 🥹🐶

Good afternoon, it's Monday and I forgot. Council meeting tonight! Lots of important stuff on the agenda - Youth Council member appointments, proposed general budget overview, Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation and it looks like this meeting is expected to run long. There are public comments at this meeting as well - in person, online or written all accepted. You can watch online, attend in person or watch later in the archive. Tomorrow is a finance committee meeting too! Agenda - default

I'm planning on relocating to the Seattle area, and I am looking for the best healthcare system (i.e., Swedish, Overlake, UW, etc.) that has the best specialists (Cardio, Endocrinologist, Gastro, etc.) that are affiliated with any of these systems. Besides Top Docs, what is another source or your personal experience?

Hi! I’m looking at replacing the fuel pump in my 2011 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport. Subaru quoted me around $1,200 for the replacement. I was hoping someone might have some advice on where to get other quotes in the area, or if this price is typical for a fuel pump replacement. Thanks!

In August, the Department of Revenue estimated the tax passed this year would bring in $3.1 billion during the first fiscal year it takes effect and $8.3 billion between 2029 and 2031. [...] Technically, the initiative would only repeal the tax itself, not the tax breaks and rebates in the legislation, meaning lawmakers would have to decide if and how they could fund the new and expanded state programs with billions less in revenue. Let's Go Washington, a Political Action Committee sponsoring all three initiatives on the November ballot, has raised an additional $3.65 million, with Hughes again contributing $250,000 and PAC founder Brian Heywood contributing $605,000. ~ Repeal takes out the revenue and leaves the tax breaks standing. Whoever writes the next budget gets to explain which programs eat the difference.

Is there someone with a pickup truck or big van available this evening to help a student out get a queen bed frame and mattress from Front Street S and drop off at 7th Ave NW?! Tools might be needed to dissemble the bed. If you’re available, let me know how much you charge for the service?? Thank you so much!!!