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August 8, 2024 - TWIK Aug 08, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David Invite you to the Kirkland Cadet's Benefit Car Show. Plus, a recap of National Night Out. Houghton Beach Closure. A recap of the latest City Council Meeting. Sign up for Green Kirkland. Blood donation giveaway. A recap of our latest Animal Control Officer Meet & Greet. An August community challenge. Upcoming closures at NE 85th St at I405. Kirkland analog days, See Spot Splash, and other upcoming events. Special guest: Councilmember Amy Falcone chats about the Junior Softball League World Series, Paris Olympics, and her passions.
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August 1, 2024 - TWIK Aug 01, 2024

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This week Jim, Sue, and Kate invite you to the Houghton Park and Play ribbon cutting. Meet Animal Control Officer Angela Arnold this Saturday at Juanita Beach Park. Beware of recent scams. Upcoming at City Council. Stay out of the water at Houghton Beach. Grab a job at Parks' Job Fair August 6. Meet our new Fire Marshal. Grill safely. Get out at an upcoming event. Special guest: John Tymczyszyn shares stories from his past and tells of his experience as the newest Councilmember.
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July 25, 2024 - TWIK Jul 25, 2024

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This week Jim, Sue, and David unveil the new #KirklandPetTags contest. Plus, upcoming closures: NE 85th St at I405 and Juanita Drive. Houghton Beach closure. A fun video by our Youth Transit Ambassadors. An opportunity to join a Board or Commission. Office of Emergency Management pop-ups. Helpful info for King County election ballots. Tips on wildlife safety and safe traveling. Special guest: Gena Jain, Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist shares an upcoming Recycle Right Event and the BYOC weekly contest!
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July 18, 2024 - TWIK Jul 18, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David share upcoming community input opportunities for the RapidRide K Line route. Plus, beach closures update. KPD Kirkland Cadets open recruitment. A recap on our latest City Council Meeting. Last call for National Night Out requests. An upcoming Paddle Battle Pickleball Tournament. Tips on playground safety, traveling safety, and vehicle theft prevention. A childcare program for local residents. Special guest: Jay Arnold, Deputy Mayor talks about his passions and performs a short paradiddle!
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July 11, 2024 - TWIK Jul 11, 2024

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This week Jim, Sue, and David invite you to an open house on the future of Houghton Village. Plus, participate in National Night Out. Sign up for an emergency preparedness course. Upcoming at City Council. Update on the City's network disruption. Hot weather and pet safety reminders. Electrical safety tips. Upcoming recycling event. Outdoor Summer Movie series is back. Summer Concert Series gets national recognition. Special guest: Councilmember Penny Sweet shares about woodworking, scooters, and her tenure on the City Council!
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July 4, 2024 - TWIK Jul 04, 2024

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This week Jim and David give an update on the City's network disruption. Plus, National Night Out's coming up. How to vote in the Teen Union Building design contest. A recap of the July 2 Council meeting. Highlighting some major milestones for Cascade Water Alliance, the Regional Crisis Response Agency, and Amazon's Project Kuiper. Beach updates. Summer sun and pet safety tips. Heads up on Fall Pee Wee soccer registration. Special guest (sorta): Communications Program Manager David Wolbrecht runs through the current draft of the upcoming community building process to crowdsource a City flag.
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June 27, 2024 - TWIK Jun 27, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David talk Fourth of July details. Plus, tips for home burglary prevention. Reminders on how to practice safe swimming. A preview of the City Council meeting. Sign up for disaster training through Community Emergency Response Training. Lithium Ion battery safety tips. Upcoming events. Special guest: Mayor Kelli Curtis tells what it's like to be Mayor of Kirkland and her mission to get the community involved.
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June 20, 2024 - TWIK Jun 20, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David announce the latest beach closure. Submit a design for KTUB. Save the date for Junior League Softball World Series. Get active and meet community at Houghton Park and Play. Try out Metro Flex. Bring Your Own Cup for a chance at a prize. Special guest: Maryke Burgess, Recreation Supervisor, invites all to the Celebrate Kirkland Fourth of July Parade!
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June 13, 2024 - TWIK Jun 13, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David enthusiastically announce the Lake St reopening. Plus, beach closure updates. City Council Meeting preview. News on our newest Park Rangers. Tips for Pet Preparedness Month go kits. Praise for National Arborists Day. Congratulations for Kirkland Fire Department Honors. A recap of the annual Pride Event. A shout out for the Kirkland Youth Ambassadors' video. A reminder for the upcoming City Holiday Closure. The latest at I-405/NE 85th St Interchange. Special guest: Tiffany Trombley, Neighborhood Resource Officer, shares a wonderful hands-on opportunity for our youth as a Kirkland Cadet.
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June 6, 2024 - TWIK Jun 06, 2024

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This week Jim, Kate, and David showcase our Fire Engine Push-In Ceremony. Take a survey to improve our Pet License Program. A City Council Meeting recap. Tips for CPR & AED Awareness week. Kick off to the Juanita Friday Market. Check out the Senior Art Show. Learn the latest at I-405/NE 85th St Interchange at a quarterly project meeting. Special guest: Erika Mascorro, DEIB Manager, shares culture inclusive events to look forward to this June!
https://kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240606

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