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Valerie O'Halloran
Weather Impacts of the Mount Saint Helens Eruption
Yesterday was the 33rd anniversary of the eruption of Mt. St. Helens, an event that devastated the mountain and surroundings and caused terrible problems on nearby rivers.But there is another story of the eruption and one far less known: its impact on local weather. The eruption produced a huge volcanic dust cloud that was mainly...
Biking Dry
Today is bike to work day and thus there is no better time to discuss how you can bike on most days without fear of getting wet....or at least very wet.Yes, even here in the Pacific Northwest a little meteorological knowledge and technology can help you avoid those raindrops and enjoy a very pleasant ride...
A New Chapter for U.S. Numerical Weather Prediction
Major news to report.The National Weather Service will be acquiring a radically more powerful computer system during the next year, one that could allow the U.S. to regain leadership in numerical weather prediction. Used wisely, this new resource could result in substantial improvements in both global and regional weather predictions.Using 24 millions dollars from the...
These Moms and Me are winners in portrait contest
The winners have been announced in the "Mom and Me" portrait contest, sponsored by The Landing, the Renton Reporter and Click 98.9 Modern Music.
SLIDESHOW | Vaisakhi Day celebrates culture, unites community
Beautiful bright colors could be seen from afar, with orange turbans and scarfs particularly standing out.
Hundreds walk against hunger at annual CROP Walk
Of the money raised, 25 percent will stay in Renton. In its history, the walk has raised more than $500,000 and contributed more than $128,000 for Renton food agencies.
City to make changes to traffic camera program
The city is looking to add school-zone cameras at Honey Dew Elementary on Union Avenue Northeast, Cascade Elementary School on 116th Avenue Southeast and Benson Hill Elementary, also on 116th Avenue Southeast.
Neighborhood grants winners announced
Projects suitable for the grants are any costing more than $1,000 and are designed to promote networking among residents, communication between the city government and citizens and to enhance one of the city's many neighborhoods with something it may be lacking.
Youth Education and Safety Fair is May 18 in Renton
The local 911 community and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound will hold a Youth Education and Safety Fair Saturday, May 18, in Renton.
Annual Spring Festival is May 11 in downtown Renton
The 11th Annual Piazza Renton Spring Festival May 11 will feature locally handmade art and crafts in the Piazza at South Third Street and Burnett Avenue South.
