Mossback's Northwest
Mossback’s Northwest: The US had a fishy reason for buying Alaska
America’s 1867 purchase of Alaska from Russia was called a folly by some, but territorial legislators in Washington knew it was a bargain.
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Art x NW: Pacific Science Center reopens with a spider infestation
The historic building’s courtyard is now open to the public daily. Plus, new music and movement shows across the city.
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The Newsfeed: Seattle mayoral candidates take to social media
Incumbent Bruce Harrell and challenger Katie Wilson are turning to short-form videos, podcasts and influencers in a bid to reach younger voters.
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Mossback’s Northwest: Seattle’s 1913 Potlatch riot
The story of how a summer festival erupted into violence resonates with present-day struggles over free speech and freedom of the press.
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Art x NW: ‘Refract’ festival reveals Seattle’s heart of glass
Plus, local theaters present farce and fantasy from ‘Penzance’ to ‘Brigadoon,’ and SIFF Egyptian announces its closure, among other arts venue changes.