National Night Out Returns with Burgers, Badges, Block Parties ... and a Scooter? - July 10, 2025
Send us a textSgt. Karp joins to talk about National Night Out block parties and how you can invite firefighters, police officers, and City Councilmembers to join your neighborhood gathering. Plus, heads up on the southbound I405 full weekend closure, and other work around the NE 85th St and I405 area. Get out to Houghton Beach with the official reopening to water activity. Welcome our newest firefighters. Score some free giveaways at the July 18 Juanita Friday Market. Stay up to date with City Council. Upcoming events, and more! Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250710
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9 Favorite Moments from 100 episodes Plus July 4th Fun
Send us a text100th Episode look back with 9 standout stories, fan favorites, and the moments that made us laugh, learn, and love Kirkland even more. Plus, stay out of the water at Houghton Beach. Help guide policy and apply for the Planning Commission and Tourism Development Committee. Stay up to date with City Council. Get your recycling questions answered with our Recycling Hotline. Know before you go this July 4th. Upcoming events, and more. Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250703
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The Free Kit Your Business Might Need One Day (But Doesn’t Know Exists)
Send us a textCheryl Hendrix from LWSD and Ryean-Marie from the City share how you can snag a free spill kit and join the clean water movement, just like our local schools. Plus, stay out of the water at Houghton Beach for at least one week. Celebrate the new playground at Everest Park. Know the rules around campaign election signs. Get all the details about Celebrate Kirkland 4th of July event. Conserve (a lot of!) water with simple tips. Stay in the know with City Council. Get the latest on I-405 and NE 85th St interchange project. Safeguard against the latest scam. And more! Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250626
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$60K Up For Grabs for Events in Kirkland - June 19, 2025
Send us a textJen Davis Hayes, the City’s new Economic Development Manager, tells you the what, the when, and the how to turn your idea into Kirkland’s next big event. Plus, don't set off fireworks this fourth of July. Save the date for National Night Out. Stay up to date with City Council meetings. Trim your vegetation and trees the right way. Watch for extra pedestrians this summer. Learn about the security cameras at the park. Upcoming events, and more.Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250619
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Up to $8,600 in Energy Rebates to Help You Beat the Heat
Send us a textDavid Barnes saves you thousands as you upgrade to beat the heat. Plus, apply for a tourism grant. Take a Recycle Right Pledge and enter to win a free month of garbage services. Submit your group for a stipend to perform at a community event. Place a pin on our map and tell us your traffic safety concerns. Stay up to date with City Council. Upcoming events, and more. Show note links: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20250612
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