Federal Way celebrated the opening of Booker House, a new 86-unit permanent supportive housing site named for Harold G. Booker. The building pairs units with on-site health and support services.

A concept site plan would put about 20 tiny homes and up to 72 RV spaces on the state‑owned Glassyard in southeast West Seattle as city leaders push to expand shelter. The filing is preliminary and would need state and city sign‑offs.

Marysville, WA is hosting a Valentine-themed Cupid Shuffle 5K Fun Run on February 14 at Ebony Waterfront Park to support the Lakewood High School cross country team.

Marysville's Mayor Jon Nehring is set to deliver a State of the City presentation, inviting residents to engage in person or online to learn about city progress and plans.

Clark County is seeking applicants for a volunteer at-large seat on its Arts Commission, offering residents a chance to influence the local cultural scene.

WSDOT seeks community feedback for safety improvements at SR 305 and High School Road, including a roundabout to reduce fatal crashes. An open house on Feb. 11 at Woodward Middle School will discuss the project.

The Olympia Fire Department has launched an all in-house Fire Academy for 2026 to train recruits with mentorship from the OFD team, showcasing the initiative through a supportive Facebook post.

The Kent Police Department issued a statement clarifying that local officers will not assist ICE with immigration enforcement, per state law and policy, but cannot interfere with ICE operations.

SDOT advises Seahawks fans to use alternative transit on game day to avoid congestion and promotes sustainable travel with their mascot, Sal The Salmon.

Nearly 300 Community Health Care workers will stage informational pickets across Pierce County over pay, benefits and disciplinary practices after stalled contract talks.

The NFPA states space heaters are a leading cause of home heating fires; from 2015-2019, they led to 45,800 fires, 480 deaths, and $1 billion in damages annually. Washington State had 4 such fatalities in 2024, prompting safety advice from officials.

Pierce County, WA, addressed a misprint in voter pamphlet inserts for several school districts and has issued a correction expected in the mail from Jan. 27. Voters can also access correct information online. The ballots themselves are unaffected.

Seattle Parks is hiring for positions to enhance nature education and programming, including a Community Naturalist and a Group Registration Specialist. They're also offering a range of winter activities like tidepooling and escape rooms.