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Football Concussions - No Small Deal
Black Diamond Now - Having my udergraduate education paid for by a football scholorship to WSU many years ago, a recent article in Science Daily really caught my attention. Concussions for young athletes really do cause serious long term problems. At least in my day, we did have Riddell suspension helmets that served to help mitigate the impact of helmet on helmet contact, which was the norm preached by coaches at the time. As a linebacker, this was our mission - being a 'headhunter". We were coached to hit with the head, not the shoulders. I only ended up in the hospital for concussions... Read more...
Football Concussions - No Small Deal
Black Diamond Now - Having my udergraduate education paid for by a football scholorship to WSU many years ago, a recent article in Science Daily really caught my attention. Concussions for young athletes really do cause serious long term problems. At least in my day, we did have Riddell suspension helmets that served to help mitigate the impact of helmet on helmet contact, which was the norm preached by coaches at the time. As a linebacker, this was our mission - being a 'headhunter". We were coached to hit with the head, not the shoulders. I only ended up in the hospital for concussions... Read more...
Thursday, February 2, 2012 -- 7:54 am
Local Economic Outlook - The Latest
Black Diamond Now - On Tuesday, our Emergency Medical Services (EMS) task force was briefed regarding the latest economic outlook for King County. I found it very revealing, particularly since the focus is local. On the whole, they were able to point to some good news and some not so good news. The good news: There is some growth here in the county King County seems to be doing better than the nation as a whole Retail sales are up 4% to 6% overall (+11% in Black Diamond) Employment is up 1.5% to 2% year over year with over 18,000 jobs added in the... Read more...
Local Economic Outlook - The Latest
Black Diamond Now - On Tuesday, our Emergency Medical Services (EMS) task force was briefed regarding the latest economic outlook for King County. I found it very revealing, particularly since the focus is local. On the whole, they were able to point to some good news and some not so good news. The good news: There is some growth here in the county King County seems to be doing better than the nation as a whole Retail sales are up 4% to 6% overall (+11% in Black Diamond) Employment is up 1.5% to 2% year over year with over 18,000 jobs added in the... Read more...
Wednesday, February 1, 2012 -- 7:24 am
Is There Hope For The Housing Market?
Black Diamond Now - Our outlook for the future always seems to be the most pessimistic when we are at the bottom of a business cycle. Given where housing markets now are with recent record low prices, a continued forclosure overhang and all time low housing starts in 2011, it's hard for us to see how things might get any better. But, could it be that housing markets might actually begin to grow in the reasonably near future? Following are a couple of charts posted by Mathew Yglesias at Slate magazine. They show that population is growing significantly faster than housing starts, which historically... Read more...
Is There Hope For The Housing Market?
Black Diamond Now - Our outlook for the future always seems to be the most pessimistic when we are at the bottom of a business cycle. Given where housing markets now are with recent record low prices, a continued forclosure overhang and all time low housing starts in 2011, it's hard for us to see how things might get any better. But, could it be that housing markets might actually begin to grow in the reasonably near future? Following are a couple of charts posted by Mathew Yglesias at Slate magazine. They show that population is growing significantly faster than housing starts, which historically... Read more...
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 -- 7:12 am
King County Parks & Natural Resources - A Huge Asset
Black Diamond Now - The above graphic shows a map of King County and the Parks and natural resource assets that we have here. Click on it to enlarge. I was really surprised at the extent of these assets including the following county profile: Features 2,131 square miles 1,931,249 population 14th most populated county in the U.S. 760 lakes and reservoirs 975 wetlands 38.15 inches average annual precipitation 6 major river systems 3,000 miles of streams 100 miles of marine coastline 850,000 acres of forestlands In addition, we have: 500 flood facilities and revetments totaling more than 119 miles of riverbank 26,000 acres of... Read more...
King County Parks & Natural Resources - A Huge Asset
Black Diamond Now - The above graphic shows a map of King County and the Parks and natural resource assets that we have here. Click on it to enlarge. I was really surprised at the extent of these assets including the following county profile: Features 2,131 square miles 1,931,249 population 14th most populated county in the U.S. 760 lakes and reservoirs 975 wetlands 38.15 inches average annual precipitation 6 major river systems 3,000 miles of streams 100 miles of marine coastline 850,000 acres of forestlands In addition, we have: 500 flood facilities and revetments totaling more than 119 miles of riverbank 26,000 acres of... Read more...
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 -- 6:37 am
Blood Drive Wednesday at Sacred Heart Church
Patch.com - ... also take place in the Plateau area in the coming weeks: Friday, Feb. 3 at Lake Sawyer Christian Church in Black Diamond from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., By Appointment Monday, Feb. 6 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Enumclaw from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. ... Read more...
Blood Drive Wednesday at Sacred Heart Church
Patch.com - ... also take place in the Plateau area in the coming weeks: Friday, Feb. 3 at Lake Sawyer Christian Church in Black Diamond from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., By Appointment Monday, Feb. 6 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Enumclaw from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. ... Read more...
Monday, January 30, 2012 -- 7:55 am
Landsburg Headworks Circa 1899
Black Diamond Now - In an earlier post, I focused on Taylor - A Mining Town Condemned. Though once a thriving community of nearly 1,000, concern existed that coal and clay mining in the area was contaminating the Cedar River and the City of Seattle's principal water supply source. Located just a few miles south of Taylor between Hobart and Ravensdale is Landsburg where the diversion dam, an intake canal, settling basin and gatehouse were built across the Cedar River in 1899 to supply Seattle's growing water needs. This turned out to be quite a public works project as can be seen in the... Read more...
Landsburg Headworks Circa 1899
Black Diamond Now - In an earlier post, I focused on Taylor - A Mining Town Condemned. Though once a thriving community of nearly 1,000, concern existed that coal and clay mining in the area was contaminating the Cedar River and the City of Seattle's principal water supply source. Located just a few miles south of Taylor between Hobart and Ravensdale is Landsburg where the diversion dam, an intake canal, settling basin and gatehouse were built across the Cedar River in 1899 to supply Seattle's growing water needs. This turned out to be quite a public works project as can be seen in the... Read more...
Sunday, January 29, 2012 -- 7:03 am
Historic Franklin Walking Tours Scheduled for February 4 and March 4
Black Diamond Now - The Black Diamond Historical Society is once again planning to take people on a walking tour of the old historical town of Franklin on Saturday February 4 and Sunday March 4. For more information on specific schedules, just follow the link above. If you haven't been there yet, it's a absolute must do. Read more...
Historic Franklin Walking Tours Scheduled for February 4 and March 4
Black Diamond Now - The Black Diamond Historical Society is once again planning to take people on a walking tour of the old historical town of Franklin on Saturday February 4 and Sunday March 4. For more information on specific schedules, just follow the link above. If you haven't been there yet, it's a absolute must do. Read more...
Saturday, January 28, 2012 -- 7:07 am
Friends of the Black Diamond Library Book Sale - Friday and Saturday February 3rd and 4th
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Friends of the Black Diamond Library Book Sale - Friday and Saturday February 3rd and 4th
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Friday, January 27, 2012 -- 6:34 pm
State of Education Address Spotlights District's Achievements
Patch.com - ... courses. But given the current data coming from all schools in the district, "we have in Enumclaw and Black Diamond students who want to excel!" said Nelson. Tools and Resources In last year's address , Nelson shared what the SMART classroom would ... Read more...
State of Education Address Spotlights District's Achievements
Patch.com - ... courses. But given the current data coming from all schools in the district, "we have in Enumclaw and Black Diamond students who want to excel!" said Nelson. Tools and Resources In last year's address , Nelson shared what the SMART classroom would ... Read more...
Friday, January 27, 2012 -- 7:33 am
Why Do We Like Pets So Much?
Black Diamond Now - I continue to be intrigued by our society's affinity for having pets, be they dogs, cats, birds, horses, rabbits or even snakes. Why do we have so many pets? If one were to quantify the economic value of the "pet industry", I think that we might be staggered by what an economic powerhouse this industry really is. Have you been to a vet lately? So, being the ever curious, I decided to do some research. Thanks to the internet, I consulted three "experts" - first a psychologist, second, scientists from the California Institute of Technology and third, none other than... Read more...
Why Do We Like Pets So Much?
Black Diamond Now - I continue to be intrigued by our society's affinity for having pets, be they dogs, cats, birds, horses, rabbits or even snakes. Why do we have so many pets? If one were to quantify the economic value of the "pet industry", I think that we might be staggered by what an economic powerhouse this industry really is. Have you been to a vet lately? So, being the ever curious, I decided to do some research. Thanks to the internet, I consulted three "experts" - first a psychologist, second, scientists from the California Institute of Technology and third, none other than... Read more...
Thursday, January 26, 2012 -- 7:55 am
If You Like Curry, Have I Got The Place For You - And Pizza Too
Black Diamond Now - I'm a big fan of currys - the hotter and spicier the better. Now you can get great curry right here in Black Diamond. We lost power again yesterday so we were looking for a new take-out experience in town. On a tip from the Wheelers, I went of all places to Italian Fresh Pizza located at the intersection of Lawson and SR 169 (right across the street and kitty corner from the Cenex). Italian Fresh Pizza opened in town about 18 months ago with a full menu of affordably priced pizza that I am told is quite good. About... Read more...
If You Like Curry, Have I Got The Place For You - And Pizza Too
Black Diamond Now - I'm a big fan of currys - the hotter and spicier the better. Now you can get great curry right here in Black Diamond. We lost power again yesterday so we were looking for a new take-out experience in town. On a tip from the Wheelers, I went of all places to Italian Fresh Pizza located at the intersection of Lawson and SR 169 (right across the street and kitty corner from the Cenex). Italian Fresh Pizza opened in town about 18 months ago with a full menu of affordably priced pizza that I am told is quite good. About... Read more...
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 -- 3:52 pm
Osgard & Allen - A Must See Friday January 27th at Baker Street Books
Black Diamond Now - What a treat for our community. Not only are they talented but they are LOCAL as well. Hope to see you there. Read more...
Osgard & Allen - A Must See Friday January 27th at Baker Street Books
Black Diamond Now - What a treat for our community. Not only are they talented but they are LOCAL as well. Hope to see you there. Read more...
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 -- 7:44 am
State Recreation & Conservation Office Grant Funding - Firearms?
Black Diamond Now - I was recently doing some homework about grant funding for 2012 provided by the State Recreation & Conservation Office. Of particular interest to me was funding provided for Salmon Recovery efforts. In the process, I learned about some surprising if not disturbing projects that are currently being funded. Topping the list for me of questionable spending was the category Firearms and Archery Range Recreation. I'm not a firearms enthusiast but the issue for me was not so much whether firearms and archery qualify as bonafide "recreation" that merit state recreation funding but that the funding was going to private gun... Read more...
State Recreation & Conservation Office Grant Funding - Firearms?
Black Diamond Now - I was recently doing some homework about grant funding for 2012 provided by the State Recreation & Conservation Office. Of particular interest to me was funding provided for Salmon Recovery efforts. In the process, I learned about some surprising if not disturbing projects that are currently being funded. Topping the list for me of questionable spending was the category Firearms and Archery Range Recreation. I'm not a firearms enthusiast but the issue for me was not so much whether firearms and archery qualify as bonafide "recreation" that merit state recreation funding but that the funding was going to private gun... Read more...
Tuesday, January 24, 2012 -- 7:33 am
King Conservation District Update
Black Diamond Now - In a post last June, I focused on the King Conservation District (KCD) - A Best Kept Secret. Their mission is "promoting sustainable uses of natural resources through responsible stewardship". A great goal. Based on a recent survey conducted by KCD, it appears that they are doing quite well in the eyes of those they serve. One of the survey questions that particularly caught my interest related to top priorities for the District. To my surprise and delight, stormwater topped the list. Five years ago, I doubt that stormwater would have been in the top 5 priorities, yet may well... Read more...
King Conservation District Update
Black Diamond Now - In a post last June, I focused on the King Conservation District (KCD) - A Best Kept Secret. Their mission is "promoting sustainable uses of natural resources through responsible stewardship". A great goal. Based on a recent survey conducted by KCD, it appears that they are doing quite well in the eyes of those they serve. One of the survey questions that particularly caught my interest related to top priorities for the District. To my surprise and delight, stormwater topped the list. Five years ago, I doubt that stormwater would have been in the top 5 priorities, yet may well... Read more...
Monday, January 23, 2012 -- 11:11 am
Regional Trails - Lots of New Opportunity Ahead
Black Diamond Now - The above trails map is excerpted from a county wide map of trails prepared by King County and focuses on south county. As you may note, we have three major trail systems in our tri-city area - Soos Creek, Cedar River and the Green to Cedar Rivers trail. Our long term dream is to connect all three of these trails and extend the Green River trail south through Black Diamond and on to the river itself. There is also a potential opportunity to extend east from Black Diamond on to Franklin. What a trail system this would be for bikers,... Read more...
Regional Trails - Lots of New Opportunity Ahead
Black Diamond Now - The above trails map is excerpted from a county wide map of trails prepared by King County and focuses on south county. As you may note, we have three major trail systems in our tri-city area - Soos Creek, Cedar River and the Green to Cedar Rivers trail. Our long term dream is to connect all three of these trails and extend the Green River trail south through Black Diamond and on to the river itself. There is also a potential opportunity to extend east from Black Diamond on to Franklin. What a trail system this would be for bikers,... Read more...
Saturday, January 21, 2012 -- 3:35 pm
2,615 Enumclaw PSE Customers Still Without Power
Patch.com - ... as of 1 p.m. Saturday, according to the company's status alert website . In nearby areas, there were 2,294 Black Diamond customers without power, 3,284 customers without power in Buckley, and 12,816 customers without power in Auburn. Patch has not ... Read more...
2,615 Enumclaw PSE Customers Still Without Power
Patch.com - ... as of 1 p.m. Saturday, according to the company's status alert website . In nearby areas, there were 2,294 Black Diamond customers without power, 3,284 customers without power in Buckley, and 12,816 customers without power in Auburn. Patch has not ... Read more...
Saturday, January 21, 2012 -- 11:31 am
Green River - Still Well Below Flood Stage
Black Diamond Now - The following graphic from earlier today shows current flow volumes in the Green River. Though flows have increased dramatically with rain and snow runoff, they are at pretty normal levels right now. The Army Corps of Engineers has certainly accelerated dam release volumes but no flooding is currently expected as flows remain well below flood stage, which is 61.7 feet at this Auburn station. Read more...
Green River - Still Well Below Flood Stage
Black Diamond Now - The following graphic from earlier today shows current flow volumes in the Green River. Though flows have increased dramatically with rain and snow runoff, they are at pretty normal levels right now. The Army Corps of Engineers has certainly accelerated dam release volumes but no flooding is currently expected as flows remain well below flood stage, which is 61.7 feet at this Auburn station. Read more...
Friday, January 20, 2012 -- 5:48 pm
4,508 PSE Customers Still Without Power in Enumclaw Area
Patch.com - ... there are 2,968 PSE customers without power in Buckley, 19,986 in Auburn, 1,313 in Ravensdale and 1,888 in Black Diamond. Enumclaw city administrator Mike Thomas said Friday afternoon that of city utility customers, there were still some outages in ... Read more...
4,508 PSE Customers Still Without Power in Enumclaw Area
Patch.com - ... there are 2,968 PSE customers without power in Buckley, 19,986 in Auburn, 1,313 in Ravensdale and 1,888 in Black Diamond. Enumclaw city administrator Mike Thomas said Friday afternoon that of city utility customers, there were still some outages in ... Read more...
Friday, January 20, 2012 -- 7:39 am
Railroad Avenue In The Snow
Black Diamond Now - The above photo is courtesy of Ken Jensen and the Black Diamond History facebook page. For more information about this photo and much more interesting history, follow the above link. Read more...
Railroad Avenue In The Snow
Black Diamond Now - The above photo is courtesy of Ken Jensen and the Black Diamond History facebook page. For more information about this photo and much more interesting history, follow the above link. Read more...
Thursday, January 19, 2012 -- 10:22 pm
Bothell High senior Alexandra Graff and her family spent one of their ...
King County Journal - ... your snow and ice pics to the Courier-Herald Ice storm continuing to batter King County and Puget Sound region Black Diamond Fire Department responds to power lines near home - no fire Redmond Police Department encourages residents to stay off icy ... Read more...
Bothell High senior Alexandra Graff and her family spent one of their ...
King County Journal - ... your snow and ice pics to the Courier-Herald Ice storm continuing to batter King County and Puget Sound region Black Diamond Fire Department responds to power lines near home - no fire Redmond Police Department encourages residents to stay off icy ... Read more...
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