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A community-wide garage sale is scheduled for September 21, 2024, in the Issaquah Highlands, marking one of the two annual opportunities for residents to hold garage sales on their properties. The Highlands Council will promote the event through various media channels, encouraging participants to create their own signage to attract shoppers.
An emergency preparation event will be held on September 28, 2024, at Blakely Hall in Issaquah Highlands, providing residents with essential skills and knowledge to prepare their households for disasters. The event, sponsored by the Issaquah Highlands Council, will cover topics such as communication, necessary supplies, and local resources.
Michelle Whitehead, a resident of Central Park, has been recognized as April's Volunteer of the Month for her dedicated service in the Issaquah Highlands community, where she organizes events and contributes to the Community Safety Committee.
The article announces a Summer Photo Challenge in Issaquah Highlands, encouraging residents to form teams and complete various photography tasks. Teams can earn bonus points by sharing their photos on social media with the hashtag #IHPhotoChallenge. The challenge runs until August 30, 2024, and submissions can be made through an online form.
The article highlights the findings of the 2024 Community Survey in Issaquah Highlands, focusing on key concerns such as crime and safety, traffic, and social connectedness. Residents expressed a desire for more social events and improved communication channels, including WhatsApp. The survey results will inform future initiatives by the Highlands Council and community organizations.
The 2024 IHCA Annual Accounting Report highlights the financial stability of the Issaquah Highlands Community Association, noting the completion of new homes and strong audit results, while emphasizing the need for a modest increase in master assessments to maintain community services.
Two gas stations in Bellevue were robbed, and authorities believe these incidents are part of a broader crime spree affecting the Eastside region. This alarming situation raises concerns about public safety and the increasing prevalence of such crimes in local communities.
A series of gas station robberies has prompted an investigation by law enforcement in King County, particularly on the Eastside, early Tuesday morning. The incidents have raised concerns about public safety and the potential escalation of similar crimes in the region.
Issaquah, WA has been awarded the Silver What Works Cities Certification by Results for America, marking it as the first city under 70,000 globally to achieve this recognition. The award highlights Issaquah's exceptional use of data to inform policy-making, improve services, and engage with residents effectively.
Issaquah, WA, has been awarded the prestigious Bloomberg Philanthropies What Works Cities Certification, becoming the first city under 70,000 in the world to achieve this recognition. The award highlights the city's exceptional use of data in governance and decision-making.