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Hey there, Seattle! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Will your favorite West Seattle or Queen Anne spot start charging?
  • Why Seattle's beloved Pacific Science Center dinosaurs suddenly disappeared.
  • How Seattle musicians are honoring John Coltrane's 100th birthday.

Also on today's calendar: First Conversation To Yes: How to Build Trust, Create Momentum, and Close The Sale and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Areas of fog, then sun, with a high of 71 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 67, low: 54.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 64 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. SDOT's paid parking proposal for West Seattle Junction and Upper Queen Anne draws pushback (komonews.com) — If you park in West Seattle Junction or Upper Queen Anne, you could be paying for spots as soon as early 2027 under a new Seattle Department of Transportation proposal. SDOT wants two-hour paid parking from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday on key blocks, drawing pushback from residents and business owners worried about costs, spillover parking, and impacts on local shops.
   

2. What happened to Seattle's dinosaurs at the Pacific Science Center (memesita.com) — Seattle's Pacific Science Center has dismantled its beloved triceratops and stegosaurus sculptures after 35 years, citing safety concerns and aging fiberglass. Longtime visitors are mourning the loss, with some buying pieces at auction and others working on digital preservation, while the center has yet to reveal what will replace the dinosaurs.
   

3. John Coltrane 100: Ascension (freejazzblog.org) — Seattle jazz fans can hear Don Berman's "Ascension Northwest" live at the Chapel Performance Space, honoring John Coltrane's 100th birthday. The piece features 11 musicians and sparks deep reflections on Coltrane's groundbreaking album "Ascension," free improvisation, and how his music continues to shape creative practice today.
   

4. Seattle federal prosecutor returns after judge overturns Trump firing (wheninyourstate.com) — A federal judge has ordered that Roger Rogoff be reinstated as U.S. attorney for Western Washington, restoring him to the Seattle-based post while his lawsuit over President Trump's attempt to remove him continues. The ruling blocks the administration from treating anyone else as U.S. attorney until a Senate-confirmed successor is in place, keeping Seattle's top federal law enforcement role stable for now.
   

5. Leon Draisaitl's deciding goal lifts Oilers past Kraken (statenews.net) — Seattle Kraken fans saw their team fall 3–1 in Edmonton after Leon Draisaitl scored the late game-winner and Connor McDavid added an empty-netter. Bobby McMann netted Seattle's lone goal, and the Kraken's penalty kill impressively shut down the Oilers' usually potent power play despite the loss.
   

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  • Found lost dog!
    Black puppy. Running down 32nd between bayview and college. I have him in the house but have another dog so not sure how to get through the night… (Nextdoor Mt. Baker)
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    Served with tzatziki sauce, tomato, wrapped in a warmed pita. https://seattlegreekfestival.com/food/ (Nextdoor Matthews Beach)
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Ok Seattle! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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