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The Rise and Fall of Flock Cameras in Redmond
The Automatic License Plate Reader system that only lasted four months in the city. Flock Safety has made a name for itself across America, for better or worse. The company specializes in a new kind of technology used by law enforcement to track crime.
Update on the Old Fire House Teen Center
City Council recently voted unanimously to demolish and rebuild the Old Fire House Teen Center in its original location on NE 79th St. The center had closed abruptly in early 2025 after scoring negatively in a city-wide building inspection.
Behind the Desk: Redmond Librarians Provide More Than Just Books
“Librarians might not know everything, but they know how to find anything,” Kirsten Erikson said as she walked around the Redmond Library, weaving through the shelves to show off the collection.
As ICE Makes Arrests in Redmond, the City Moves To Deactivate Flock Camera System
Last week on November 3, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested three people in Redmond, Washington. That same night, part of a regularly scheduled City Council Business Meeting was dedicated to a discussion about the federal agency’s presence in the city, and included a question-and-answer session with Redmond Police Chief Darrel Lowe.
The Screaming Parrots Cafe
The Screaming Parrots Cafe is a cute, bird-themed shop on Cleveland Street featuring dishes from local owner Yvonne Weng, who carefully honed her recipes over years living in inspirational big cities, from Guangzhou to New York.
Molly Moon Is Still Sweet on Redmond
Molly Moon isn’t a fictional character, despite her unique name. She’s a Seattle local who started the line of ice cream shops 17 years ago.
Redmond’s Solution to Buying Fabric Has Been Here for 50 Years
When Joann closed all of its stores this year, its crafting customers were left with a lingering question: “Where will we buy fabric now?” For Redmond, the answer lies in a shopping center on Redmond Way, and it has been there for fifty years.
Meet the Teens Who Are Trying To Save the Old Fire House
A group called Save OFH is working to reopen the historic building that held legendary concerts in Redmond, WA.
A Moment With Lauren and Ellison
In May, Redmond Moments covered the new ownership of Soul Food Coffee House. Now, we’re checking in with Redmond residents Lauren Stein and Ellison Barry to see what life is like as co-owners.
Summer at the Farm Stand - Gallery
Sound Sustainable Farm Stand has just about everything you need when it comes to plants, produce, and soil.
SoulFood Coffee House Forges Ahead
Amid a trend of local business closures around town, one Redmond touchstone is staying put with new ownership.
Spring Blossoms in Downtown Redmond - Gallery
Photos from Downtown Redmond and the Redmond Connector Park.
Redmond Teen Programs Relocate Amid Old Fire House Closure
The Old Fire House Teen Center is usually bustling with activities like Trivia Night, concerts, dances, and talent shows for youth in the Redmond community. In March, however, the City of Redmond announced that the Old Fire House will be closed, and most of its services shifted to the Redmond Community Center at Marymoor Village.
Downtown Redmond Art Walk 2024 Gallery
Photos and video from the 2024 Downtown Redmond Art Walk.
Months After Union Agreement, Homegrown Announces Store Closures and Layoffs
Homegrown Partners LLC has announced the closure of 10 stores in the Seattle area. Two locations in Redmond, Washington will be permanently closing on September 15th.
Movies at Marymoor 2024 Lineup
Summertime favorite Movies at Marymoor is back with its 2024 schedule.
Pomegranate Bistro | Redmond, WA
Pomegranate Bistro is a restaurant in Eastside Seattle with a dynamic space that offers “a little corner of Southern Hospitality in the Pacific Northwest”.
Union Workers Win Contract and End Strike, Redmond Homegrown Reopens
The Homegrown Workers Union has ratified their contract with Homegrown, marking the end of a 119-day strike for the Redmond Homegrown employees. The strike started with the workers at the Redmond location and eventually spread to nine other locations around Seattle.
Fall Out Boy in Seattle, WA | March 2024
Fall Out Boy played for a sold out Climate Pledge Arena on March 1st, continuing the second run of their tour, So Much For (2our) Dust. It was a night of back-to-back pop-punk excellence, with opening acts Daisy Grenade, The Maine, and Jimmy Eat World.