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PSBC: Blood supply still low, more donors needed

Submitted by Kiersten Throndsen, KOMO Communities Reporter
Sunday, January 22nd, 2012, 2:37pm
PSBC: Blood supply still low, more donors needed

The Puget Sound Blood Center made a plea for help last week and people responded.

"We are deeply grateful to donors who attended our blood centers and blood drives on Friday, Saturday, and even special center openings on Sunday -- which help stabilized the supply to take us through the next few days," said Dr. James P. AuBuchon, president and chief executive officer of Puget Sound Blood Center.

Last week's winter storm caused the regional blood supply to fall to critical levels.

Snow and ice forced the cancellation of a number of blood drives throughout the area.

While AuBuchon says this weekend's response was amazing, they still need more help.

"We have a considerable ways to go to restore the blood supply back to normal levels."

PSBC is making another emergency appeal for blood and platelet donations this week.

The center is urging folks, especially those with O-negative blood, to stop by one of their centers and help by giving blood.

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No trash pick-up again today, regular operations to resume Monday

Submitted by KOMO Staff
Saturday, January 21st, 2012, 8:39am
No trash pick-up again today, regular operations to resume Monday

There will be no residential garbage pickup again today. 

Seattle Public Utilities says the plan is to resume normal operations on Monday, January 23rd.

If your garbage wasn't picked up this week, you can leave a double load on the curb for next week's collection day.

That includes food garbage, yard waste, and recycling loads.

There will, however, be trash pickups for commercial and apartment customers today or tomorrow.

 

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Rider alert: Metro Transit running snow routes

Submitted by Kiersten Throndsen, KOMO Communities Reporter
Sunday, January 15th, 2012, 10:39am

Metro Transit is currently running on snow routes throughout King County.

To see what this means for your bus route, click here and 'refresh' with each visit.

Metro advices to watch for changing conditions.

 

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City's 'International District' looking for new board member

Submitted by KOMO Staff
Sunday, January 8th, 2012, 10:12am
City's 'International District' looking for new board member

Have a background in architecture? Interested in historic preservation? Want to help shape future development in Seattle's International District? The mayor wants you!

Seattle residents are encouraged to apply for an open position on the International Special Review District Board.

The opening is one of two seats on the board which are appointed by Mayor Mike McGinn.

Folks with architectural backgrounds, a passion for historic preservation, and familiarity with the Chinatown/International District are encouraged to apply.

Below is more background information about the board, what it does, and how you can apply from the city:

The seven-member International Special Review District (ISRD) Board reviews façade alterations, signs, new construction, changes of use, and street improvements within the International Special Review District.  The goals of the board are to maintain architectural character, cultural heritage, social diversity, and through the use of historic preservation, enhance the economic climate in the International Special Review District.

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Reminder: Library looking for feedback during community meetings

Submitted by KOMO Staff
Saturday, January 7th, 2012, 9:17am
Reminder: Library looking for feedback during community meetings

The Seattle Public Library is kicking off a series of community meetings this morning, with the focus on finding ways to improve Library services.

This mornings meeting will take place at the Central Library location, 1000 Fourth Ave., inside the Auditorium, from 10-noon. Everyone is invited to attend.

Each of the three meetings will look at options for enhancing book and material collections, increasing operating hours, upgrading computers and online services and improving building maintenance.

Below is more information from the Library about the meetings:

"Our libraries provide essential educational resources for the residents of Seattle," said Marcellus Turner, city librarian. "Every day we change lives - from building literacy skills at story times to providing in-depth resources and workshops for job seekers."

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Kick off the New Year with a new activity

Submitted by Kiersten Throndsen, KOMO Communities Reporter
Monday, January 2nd, 2012, 1:01pm

Looking to try a new hobby in 2012?

Do the kiddos need an after school activity to keep them busy?

Seattle Parks and Recreation is now offering winter registration for a number of its programs.

You can find all the information, fees, and events online.

Check it out!

 

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City wants to know what you think of local library services

Submitted by Kiersten Throndsen, KOMO Communities Reporter
Saturday, December 24th, 2011, 11:20am

Have a suggestion for library leaders? Think something can be done differently at your local branch? The city wants to hear from you.

Next month, the city will host three community meetings focusing on customer service throughout the library system.

Residents will be asked to consider ways to improve: collections, library hours, computer access and buildings.

Below are the dates and times of each meeting from the city:

Saturday, January 7, 10 a.m. - noon
Central Library, 1000 Fourth Ave., Auditorium (Contact phone: 206-386-4636)

Saturday, January 14, noon - 2 p.m.
Beacon Hill Branch, 2821 Beacon Ave. S. (Contact phone: 206-684-4711)

Wednesday, January 18 Thursday, January 19, 6 - 8 p.m.
Ballard Branch, 5614 22nd Ave. N.W. (Contact phone: 206-684-4089)

 


 

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