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Official updates from King County, home to 2.2 million people and 39 cities.

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🚨UPDATE: TIME CHANGE FOR SR 169 BRIDGE CLOSURE🚨 ⏰Work will now be from Fri. 9pm - Mon. 7am (instead of Fri 9pm - Mon. 5am) 🚧The SR 169 Kummer/Dan Evans Bridge over Green River will be fully closed 👷Bridge crews will be repairing expansion joints ⚠️A detour will be in place

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Apr 13

Expansion joints on SR 169 Kummer/Dan Evans Bridge over the Green River

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FULL BRIDGE CLOSURE THIS WEEKEND | #BlackDiamond

Bridge crews will be working on repairing expansion joints on SR 169 Kummer/Dan Evans Bridge over the Green River in both directions.

Fri. 9pm - Mon. 5am.

A detour will be available. Be sure to #planahead

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WSDOT Traffic

@wsdot_traffic

Apr 13

⚠️FULL BRIDGE CLOSURE THIS WEEKEND | #BlackDiamond⚠️ 🚧Bridge crews will be working on repairing expansion joints on SR 169 Kummer/Dan Evans Bridge over the Green River in both directions. ⏰Fri. 9pm - Mon. 5am. ✅A detour will be available. Be sure to #planahead

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Best Starts For Kids

@BestStartsKC

Apr 13

Through partnership with community organizations, families, and child care providers, the Best Starts for Kids Child Care Subsidy is now reaching 1,800 children.

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Best Starts Child Care Subsidy reaching more than 1,800 children

Through partnership with community organizations, families, and child care providers, the Best Starts for Kids Child Care Subsidy is now reaching 1,800 children. This amounts to $2 million per mont…

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King County, Washington

@KingCountyWA

Apr 13

The delegation is part of the

@StateIVLP

with the World Affairs Council, which hosts delegations on behalf of the

@StateDept

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King County, Washington

@KingCountyWA

Apr 13

On Tuesday, our Office of Emergency Management hosted representatives from the Kosovo Ministry of Interior. The delegation is visiting 3 locations in the U.S. to learn about critical infrastructure and ways to address potential threats.

A group of 8 people, representing the King County Office of Emergency Management and the Kosovo Ministry of Interior.

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Bellevue Parks

@BvueParks

Apr 12

Learn about the Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy on Wednesday, April 19, 5:30-7 p.m. at North Bellevue Community Center. Hope to see you there!

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@bellevuewa

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Public Health - Seattle & King County

@KCPubHealth

Apr 12

The Seattle/King County Clinic is coming, April 27-30, with FREE medical, dental, and vision care for anyone who struggles to get healthcare! We’re proud to be part of this community of care! seattlecenter.org/patients

Comic strip title: Catching Up by Meredith Li-Vollmer. Panel 1: Black man in glasses talking. Text: I last got dental care at this clinic a few years ago. I'm a vet, so I get medical at the VA, but not dental. Panel 2: Man bites down on sandwich, wincing with pain and saying, "OW!" Text: I had my own business and I was also going to school. My toothache made it hard to eat. It affected my ability to focus and I had to miss classes. Panel 3: Man lying in dental chair as dentist checks his mouth. Text: At the clinic, I got cavities filled, x-rays, and help with problems with my partial dentures. Panel 4: Man in scrubs, with a medical instructor and other students in scrubs behind. Text: It relieved a big stressor so I ddin't fall too far behind. I'm getting certified as a biomedical equipment technician.

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Regional Animal Services of King County

@KingCountyPets

Apr 12

This is Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week, and not to brag, but we think we have the best! 🤩 Their care and compassion for people and pets is second to none. Please join us in thanking our amazing ACOs!

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NWS Seattle

@NWSSeattle

Apr 12

Well, that was something special. #sunrise #wawx

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NWS Seattle

@NWSSeattle

Apr 11

A special weather statement has been issued for Redmond WA, Shoreline WA and Kirkland WA until 2:00 PM PDT

This graphic displays a special weather statement plotted on a map. The statement is in effect until 2:00 PM PDT. The statement includes Redmond WA, Shoreline WA and Kirkland WA. A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of east central Kitsap, southwestern Snohomish and northwestern King and southeastern Island Counties through 200 PM PDT. The threats associated with this storm are wind gusts up to 30 MPH and half inch sized hail. Seek shelter in a sturdy structure until the storm passes.

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King County Natural Resources and Parks

@KCDNRP

Apr 11

Looking for a spring break excursion? King County Parks has great playgrounds for families. Check out our round-up of 3

@kingcountyparks

#playgrounds for you and your little ones to visit together. ➡️ow.ly/mnaY50NtWGr

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A photo of a complex, new-looking playground silhouetted against trees & a bright blue sky. White text superimposed over it reads "Big Finn Hill Park - Stimulating playground near ballfields, trails, a forest, & large picnic shelter."

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A photograph of a playground with a rocker animal & swing set in the foreground. White text superimposed over it reads "Steve Cox Memorial Park - All-ages playground located near a hub for family-friendly services."

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An aerial photo of a bicycle playground with white text superimposed over it reading "Dick Thurnau Memorial Park - A different type of playground perfect for little cyclists-to-be."

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Public Health - Seattle & King County

@KCPubHealth

Apr 9

COVID-Related food assistance is ending – But in this blog, you’ll find a list of resources that can help put food on your table.

publichealthinsider.com

Food Insecurity in King County Remains High: How to Help and Get Food Assistance – PUBLIC HEALTH...

The number of people seeking food assistance increased over the last year. This increase is happening while food costs are higher than ever before.

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King County Elections

@kcelections

Apr 7

There are more than 300 local offices open for candidates in King County in 2023 - maybe you want to run for one of them? Our team is hosting four online workshops to demystify the process. The first is April 11 - sign up today! kce.wiki/CandidateWorks

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Seattle Foundation

@SeattleFdn

Apr 6

Congratulations to the 18 community partners selected to receive $2.8 million from Seattle Foundation and

@KingCountyWA

! These groups are doing their part to achieve long-term, systemic change by advancing policy work.

seattlefoundation.org

Announcing the 2023-2024 Communities of Opportunity Systems and Policy Change Awardees - Seattle...

Seattle Foundation and King County recently awarded grants to 18 community partners to advance systems and policy change to improve health, social, and economic outcomes in the region.

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501 Commons

@501Commons

Apr 6

How do you feel about your job, supervisor, and work culture? Give your anonymous feedback on these matters by completing the Employee Engagement Survey by June 15! 501 Commons &

@KingCountyWA

want to create a sector where everyone feels valued & heard. bit.ly/NPOEmployeeSur

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King County Natural Resources and Parks

@KCDNRP

Apr 6

Historic federal climate investments are coming, and King County wants to be ready to go for the Green Job boom. 🧵(1/4)

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@KingCountyWA

Apr 6

Join us May 11 for the King County Conference on Substance Use Disorders and hear from local leaders about their experience in the substance use and recovery space. Visit bit.ly/3TwXn9h to learn more and register.

Graphic promoting a King County Conference on Substance Use Disorders session: The Local Fireside Chat on Substance Use and Recovery with King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn, Washington State Representative Lauren Davis, King County Department of Community and Human Services Director Leo Flor, and Seattle City Councilmember Sara Nelson.

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Public Health - Seattle & King County

@KCPubHealth

Apr 6

All King County students have access to FREE mental health counseling, well-child exams, and other healthcare services at over 30 local elementary, middle, and high schools school-based health centers (SBHCs). kingcounty.gov/elected/execut

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UW Cherry Blossoms

@uwcherryblossom

Apr 6

My caretakers told me I'm at 100% bloom. Just doing my best for y'all. 🌸 #UWcherryblossoms

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King County Natural Resources and Parks

@KCDNRP

Apr 6

Green jobs, you’re hearing a lot about them these days. So, what is a green job?

@KingCountyWA

has a new Green Jobs Strategy to connect frontline communities most impacted by climate change to good jobs that benefit the environment and pay a living wage. #GreenJobs

Graphic with text and photos. First up, what is a green job? "I define a green job as something that provides a benefit to the environment, while also providing a benefit to the community, and paying a living, sustainable wage." Michael Carter, Manager for the King County Green Jobs Program Photo images. Man in a hard hat installing a solar panel. Youth talking to another person at an outreach table outdoors. Woman in a lab coat working with a sample in a laboratory.

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King County Elections

@kcelections

Apr 6

Ballots have been mailed for the April Special Election! I got my ballot alert last night - did you get yours? Sign up to automatically receive alerts about your ballot via text or email at kce.wiki/BallotAlert

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Dow Constantine

@kcexec

Apr 5

With this latest opening at Highline High School in Burien, we now have 36 school-based health centers throughout

@KingCountyWA

. These centers help ensure students have access to primary care, mental health counseling, vision care and more.

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NWS Seattle

@NWSSeattle

Apr 5

Today is #SafePlaceSelfie day! Extreme weather could occur at any time - so, wherever you may be, it's important to know your safe place!

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National Weather Service

@NWS

Apr 5

Today is the day! #SafePlaceSelfie day isn't just about sharing photos from your safe place from tornadoes – it's about planning on your safe places from any and all potential natural disasters. Where are YOUR safe places? noaa.gov/safeplaceselfie

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Readygov

@Readygov

Apr 4

Tomorrow, April 5, is #SafePlaceSelfie Day! Set aside some time to: 🌩️ Learn about hazards in your area. 🏠 Identify your safe place. 🤳 Take a photo/selfie in your safe location. 📱 Post the photo on social media with #SafePlaceSelfie. More info: noaa.gov/safeplaceselfie

#SafePlaceSelfie. Join us on April 5, 2023. Extreme weather could occur at any time. Wherever you may be, know your safe place. Learn your area's weather hazards! At your usual locations, find safe places that could protect you! Take selfies in your safe places! On April 5, post your photos using #SafePlaceSelfie!

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King County, Washington

@KingCountyWA

Apr 4

Starting Wednesday, the Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy is hosting a series of open houses across King County for community members to learn more about the levy and levy-funded services.

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The VSHSL in Your Community: Join Us for an Open House!

The Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) is hosting a series of in-person Open Houses across King County for community members to learn more about the VSHSL and VSHSL-funded services p…

King County, Washington

@KingCountyWA

Mar 31

Our website is experiencing issues while we migrate to a new platform. We're working to address these issues as quickly as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

King County, Washington

@KingCountyWA

Mar 31

The inquest into the death of Albert Fredericks, Jr. will resume at 11am on Zoom: kingcounty.zoom.us/j/86171064966

King County, Washington

@KingCountyWA

Mar 31

Let's play ball! #SeaUsRise

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NWS Seattle

@NWSSeattle

Mar 28

Expect gusty east winds below the Cascade gaps today, especially places like North Bend, Enumclaw and Black Diamond #wawx

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Solid Waste Division will host an in-person meeting for those interested in learning more about plans for the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill. The meeting is Wednesday, March 29, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Maywood Middle School (14490 168th Ave SE).

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King County Metro

@KingCountyMetro

Mar 24

Transit Alert: Before traveling, please check your trip and route as we have suspended routes for the evening commute. 🚨Advisories & alternate routes: kingcounty.gov/en/depts/metro 📲Text your stop number to 62550 or check Next Departures on our Trip Planner tripplanner.kingcounty.gov/#/app/nextdepa

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King County Metro Transit Alerts

@kcmetroalerts

Mar 24

Routes 55 and 114 are temporarily suspended for today's PM commute. bit.ly/3Ws9sgl

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Public Health - Seattle & King County

@KCPubHealth

Mar 24

Regional healthcare facilities across the Puget Sound issued a statement fully supporting the decision by many healthcare organizations in our region to require masking in their facilities to decrease the ongoing risk of COVID-19.

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Joint statement on regional healthcare facilities’ masking requirement – PUBLIC HEALTH INSIDER

Public Health - Seattle & King County fully supports the decision by many healthcare organizations in our region to require masking in their facilities to decrease the ongoing risk of COVID-19.

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Regional Animal Services of King County

@KingCountyPets

Mar 23

Hey! It's #NationalPuppyDay! Did you know that we have quite a few puppies (and puppies-at-heart) waiting to meet you? Come see Cuddles or any of his friends at the Pet Adoption Center, or see them online at kingcounty.gov/AdoptAPet

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King County, Washington

@KingCountyWA

Mar 22

Our hearts go out to everyone who was affected by this tragedy, and those who will be reflecting on this today.

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King County, Washington

@KingCountyWA

Mar 22

Today marks 9 years since the Oso landslide. We pause to remember the 43 lives lost and recognize those affected by the tragedy. In the aftermath, many King County first responders and emergency management professionals joined the response to help our

@snocounty

neighbors.

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WA Emergency Management

@waEMD

Mar 22

Our agency is working with 911 centers across the state on an event looking at what it takes to work for 911. Consider becoming a 911 Telecommunicator! Join us on April 15 in Tacoma to learn about available positions and meet with the 911 community.

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911 Washington State Recruitment Event

Start your rewarding career in Public Safety. 911 is calling! Will you answer the call?

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Public Health - Seattle & King County

@KCPubHealth

Mar 21

We’re excited to co-host King County’s 3rd Annual Conference on Substance Use Disorders on May 11th – "Understanding how we can better meet people where they are on their journey to recovery." Please register - All are welcome! eventbrite.com/e/2023-king-co

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Reagan Dunn

@KCCReaganDunn

Mar 21

Today, I was joined by @KCPubHealth, @KCCouncil, @KingCountyWA DCHS, and the King County Recovery Coalition to announce the 2023 King County Conference on Substance Use Disorders, taking place on May 11th at @BellevueCollege! For more info and tickets: eventbrite.com/e/2023-king-co 1/2

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King County Natural Resources and Parks

@KCDNRP

Mar 21

Today is #InternationalDayOfForests!

@KingCountyWA

is the first local government in the nation to offer certified carbon credits. The benefits forests are endless🌲healthier communities 🌲cleaner urban environments 🌲wildlife habitat 🌲climate resiliency bit.ly/40n62ND

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Dow Constantine

@kcexec

Mar 21

King County is partnering with

@BallmerGroup

to expand mental health care in school-based health centers. This partnership means more students will have access to care when they need it most. Read more: bit.ly/42xqc9w.

school-based health centers

School-based health centers provide a range of services, including vaccinations, well-child exams, sports physicals and mental health counseling. They serve more than 8,000 King County students each year.

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Public Health - Seattle & King County

@KCPubHealth

Mar 20

Recall of frozen organic strawberries and frozen organic tropical fruit blend linked to at least 5 cases of Hepatitis A in WA residents (2 in King County). The recalled products were sold in WA at Costco, PCC Community Markets, and Trader Joe’s.

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