Category: Blogs
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10 years of repair: Solid Waste Division celebrates 100 community repair events across King County, providing free repair services to keep household items out of the landfill
Darren Moffatt has always loved tinkering. Although it’s not his day job, several times a year you’ll find him volunteering as a “fixer” at King County-sponsored repair events. He can be spotted working a screwdriver, applying glue, or even rewiring…
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Updated Agricultural Land Use Survey provides detailed overview of land use across King County
Eight years since its last iteration, the 2026 Agricultural Land Use Survey update assesses land use both within and outside of the county’s Agricultural Production District, giving us a clearer, current picture of how farmland is being used today. This…
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New study explores the future of farming in King County
Farming in King County is becoming increasingly challenging. High land costs, labor constraints, and shifting market conditions continue to create real barriers for farmers and farm workers, making it harder to sustain and grow agricultural businesses across the region. To…
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Women on the front line: The longest flood activation in at least 40 years
Historic flooding in December 2025 from back-to-back atmospheric rivers was an all-hands-on-deck response that required three weeks of 24/7 monitoring. With multiple rivers throughout King County experiencing extreme flooding at the same time, staff took on shifts and supported the…
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Under the Canopy: Earth Week 2026
Join King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks as we celebrate Earth Week and the work happening across King County to protect and restore the natural environment. Earth Week is a moment to recognize the employees, partners, and communities…
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Federal clean energy tax credits accelerate King County’s climate goals with projects that prevent pollution and save taxpayers millions
From installing rooftop solar panels and EV charging stations, to building battery backup systems and deploying electric vehicle fleets, King County continues making progress toward ambitious climate goals that cut greenhouse gas emissions and help communities prepare for climate impacts. Thanks to the work of a cross-department workgroup, some of the County’s investments in sustainability are being delivered with a reduced price tag. The…
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King County’s new recycling and transfer station in Algona nears completion and features improved water quality, restored habitat
When the South County Recycling and Transfer Station in Algona opens this summer to replace its 60-year-old predecessor, customers of King County’s newest solid waste facility will find convenient waste disposal and a wide range of recycling options. Built with a focus on sustainability and environmental stewardship to ensure long-lasting service for communities in and around…
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Celebrating winners of the 24th John D. Spellman Awards, King County’s highest honor for historic preservation
Celebrating winners of the 24th John D. Spellman Awards, King County’s highest honor for historic preservation
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By the numbers: A look back at King County’s response to historic flooding
On Dec. 8, the first of two atmospheric rivers slammed into King County and brought historic river flooding, setting all-time records for portions of the Snoqualmie and Cedar rivers. Severe (flood phase 4) flooding occurred across the county on the…
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Update: King County closes Flood Warning Center after three weeks of 24/7 monitoring and river patrols, recovery and repair work continues
King County’s Flood Warning Center closed on Dec. 30 at 4:55 p.m. now that rivers have receded. During the three weeks of activation staff monitored and patrolled rivers, coordinated emergency actions and repairs with partners, and trained members of the…