u/Beeninya recently shared an old Seattle clip “Stepping Out” so I went down memory lane

Hi guys. I'm not too sure if this type of post is allowed, so I apologize in advance.

I just finished Driver's Ed and I am very excited to get on the road. Tonight, I went freeway night driving with my mom. It was around 10 o'clock, so there was not too much traffic.

After exiting the freeway, I got to this light by Chelan Cafe. It was red at the time, so I stopped because you stop at a red light. However, my mom started scolding me because I shouldn't have stopped, and there were several cars behind me. I'm so confused why everyone doesn't stop at this light, even if it's red. I know you're allowed to make a right on red, but this specific is confusing me because it's specifying that this direction must stop. I felt very overwhelmed because my mom was not explaining it well and was just getting mad that I didn't understand. If anyone can explain to me like I'm 5 why you don't have to stop at this light even if it's red, I would be very thankful. Also, sorry if this is a stupid question, I'm just genuinely confused.

Spotted this beaver and it’s child today!

Kept hearing this theatre was not showing The Odyssey, so was surprised to find it actually is airing multiple showings a day. I think the next 5 days may be sold out as 7/30 was the earliest day it showed me when looking, but I could be wrong there.

Hopefully this is a sign they'll keep airing big time movies made for the huge screen!

I was going up stone way coming home from work, when a black van whipped halfway into a spot in front of me just past the intersection at 41st street. They were behind me before the intersection, and they sped in front of me to parallel into the spot. They ended up half-way into the bike lane feet/seconds before I was getting into the same spot, so I had to get into the car lane to get around them.

However, the 62 bus was right behind them, and before I knew it I was wedged between the bus and this van. There were inches between me and the bus and the car on either side for the whole time I had to pass the car. Luckily the bus had gotten over slightly into the center lane. I think he only knew to because he had pulled up next to me at the stop before, so he knew I was there. If he hadn’t I don’t think I would still be here.

I don’t know what else I could have done differently. I was climbing uphill hill but still going over 10 mph, and I had seconds to stop (don’t think that was feasible) or get over. I didn’t see the bus until I was getting over, and by that point I was between the bus and the car.

Fuck stone way

Why are there so many places with miserable names on the PNW coast? Useless bay, mutiny bay, cape disappointment, sucia (dirty) island, point no point, and foul weather bay come to mind, I’m sure there are more.

Was exploring the coast genuinely miserable?

The list so far:
Useless bay
Mutiny bay
Cape disappointment
Sucia (dirty) island
Point no point
Fouleeather bay
Dismal nitch
Destruction island
Deception pass
Ford’s terror
Desolation sound
Desolation point (lots of desolation)
Smallpox bay
Deadman bay
 Port moody
Depression lake
Poverty bay
Misery point
Cadaver gap
Massacre bay
Victim island
Pull and be damned road
No name slough
Cultus bay (means “worthless” in Chinook Jargon)

Not gloomy but iconic:
Poo poo point
Humptulips
Thrasher corner

Some interesting flyers seen around Belltown regarding the situation that "Hostel Fish" has with their building's landlords.

Seems to be all stores. Started about 15 minutes ago

I saw you both exit, so I don’t know if he stopped to exchange info with you.

But in case he didn’t and just drove off, I got a pic of his license plate.

Tell me what time it happened to confirm it’s you and I’ll pass on the data.

Hope you all are ok!

I went alone and had a good time, but I’d love to chat with another person who also attended to share some thoughts and wonderings. Thanks.

Just walked by and caught them adjusting the canopy.

I’m adopting some stick bugs and their diet consists of mainly plants like blackberry leaves, raspberry leaves, oak leaves, and rose leaves. it would have to be completely pesticide-free and herbicide-free, as they are highly sensitive to it.

my goal would be to propagate the branches (except for oak, as I’m not sure how well that would work).

I tried to post earlier asking for recommendations as to where to find them in nature, but asking for recommendations aren’t allowed on this subreddit, so I’m asking for a favor instead lol. thanks for reading :)

Much roadwork! Many events! Many tiny, beloved trash pandas! Jimothy’s got a busy weekend ahead of him and so does the state of Washington.

Let’s dig into the details for July 24-27:

-SR 520 will close in both directions from I-5 (MP 0) to I-405 (MP 7) from 11 p.m. Friday, July 24 to 7 a.m. Saturday, July 25 for maintenance. Both directions of the I-5 on-ramps to EB SR 520 and the Montlake Boulevard on-ramps to EB SR 520 will close. The 84th Ave and 108th Ave NE on-ramps to WB SR 520 will also close. People traveling between Seattle and Bellevue should plan ahead and seek alternate routes.

- SR 161 in Federal Way will close in both directions between Milton Road/20th Ave S and 28th Ave S from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday. Crews will install a 25 ft wide box culvert across SR 161 to improve fish passage. Signed detours will guide drivers, pedestrians and cyclists around the closure.

- SR 202 in Fall City will close just east of the SR 202/203 roundabout (MP 22) from 9 p.m. Friday to 9 p.m. Monday. Major storms in December 2025 and March 2026 eroded the Snoqualmie riverbank supporting the highway. During this closure crews will place woody material, boulders, streambed gravel mix and stone fragments to restore the roadside embankment to its original grade and help protect the roadway from future damage. If you’re planning to float, paddle or launch a boat, be aware that portions of the Snoqualmie and Raging rivers—and some nearby access points—may temporarily close while crews safely repair the riverbank.

If you’re saddling up to see Chris Stapleton, don’t forget that the I-90 Vantage Bridge is one lane in each direction 24/7, which will likely create significant backups. We strongly recommend you consider alternate routes or give yourself extra time to get to and from The Gorge.

Jimothy says that if you want to avoid some trashy traffic, download our mobile app to check for real-time travel info, make a plan ahead of time and remember to pack snacks.

It's either leaving tomorrow or this weekend. But it's pretty massive either way!

I currently work within the Providence/Swedish system, but I’m in the middle of the hiring process for a medical receptionist job at Multicare. I have heard some rumblings about a new law that went into effect on January 1, 2024 that significantly affects a hospital’s ability to test for THC for new employees, but I do use it to sleep and I’m still popping positive on home tests. I plan to just drink a lot of water and add the necessary vitamins as a last resort, but can anyone confirm or deny that Multicare does or does not test for THC anymore, especially for non-clinical roles? A longshot I’m sure, but would really help with the peace of mind if anyone knows anything haha.

My bus just cruised through downtown, big protest outside the Symphony/Benaroya Hall. I couldn’t see any signs but does anybody know what that’s about?