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Alina Hunter-Grah

Senior Newsletter Editor, SEAtoday

Alina is based in Seattle, WA, but grew up in Clarksville, TN. She has 5+ years of professional journalism experience, but also spent a stint working for public transit in Nashville, TN. You’re likely to find her cruising local beaches for rocks or sailing her 1970s laser when the weather is warm.

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Culture
UFO Festival beams down in Burien
The festival honors the great Maury Incident of 1947 when the term “flying saucer” was first coined.
August 3, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
First Hill’s Museum of Museums to close in September
The quirky, contemporary art museum is closing because of the cost to maintain the 77-year-old medical building.
August 3, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Business
What would you do for free food for life?
Subway has a new offer for its customers that got us thinking.
August 2, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Food
What local restuarant would you change your name for a lifetime supply of?
Subway has a new offer for its customers that got us thinking.
August 1, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Food
Juicy berry-picking farms near Seattle
Here’s where to find that berried treasure in the Seattle area.
July 26, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
Muckleshoot Indian Tribe hosts Canoe Journey for first time in 17 years
The event will bring 120-130 canoes onto the Alki shore
July 26, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
How adults can celebrate birthdays like ‘big kids’ in Portland
Just because you’re further on in life doesn’t mean you can’t have fun to recognize another trip around the sun.
July 24, 2023
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Culture
Play the game from SEAtoday’s trivia night
We stumped some folks at Navy Strength.
July 21, 2023
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Food
Seattle bathrooms that have serious style
They’re cool whether you actually need to use the toilet or if you just want a cool picture for your Instagram.
July 20, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
Taylor Swift events happening around Seattle
Have some fun whether you’re heading to the Eras Tour or not
July 20, 2023
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Food
Drink Up Month recipe: Jack Hits the Beach
The tropics meets high-proof whiskey for this summery drink.
July 18, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
Explaining King County’s 2023 primary election
With 46 offices up for grabs, there are more than 170 candidates on the ballot.
July 18, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
Beat the heat: swimming pools for rent in Seattle
What’s summer without at least one pool party with your friends and family?
July 14, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Business
The first Seattle Tech Week is just around the corner
Event topics range between video games, artificial intelligence, and start-ups.
July 12, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Travel and Outdoors
What to do if a bear wanders into your yard
There’s a surge in black bear sightings in King County.
July 10, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
Seattle breaks ground on new park in Little Saigon
The plan has been in the works for the gravel lot since 2018.
July 6, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Travel and Outdoors
Where to rent boats and kayaks in Seattle
We can’t name a better way to enjoy the warm weather than floating on the lake.
July 6, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Food
Welcome to Drink-Up 2023
Stay tuned for new bar and restaurant guides, history pieces, and yummy drink recipes.
June 30, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Sports
Previewing Seattle’s MLB All-Star Week
Check out a schedule of events and how to get around.
June 30, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
Mayor Bruce Harrell releases full Downtown Activation Plan
The plan covers safety, support for the arts, affordable housing, and more.
June 28, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Food
New sushi counter opens in Issaquah Costco
It’s Costco’s first freshly-made sushi offering in the continental United States.
June 16, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
City Hall Park reopens after two years of closure
The City is hosting a big celebration on Tuesday, June 13 to commemorate the park’s opening.
June 12, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
Places to stare off dramatically into the distance in Seattle
We all need a main character moment every now and then.
June 12, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Sports
Seattle Storm retire Sue Bird’s jersey
Where will our local legend go next?
June 11, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
Places to work outside in Seattle
When the sun’s out, the world is your workspace.
June 9, 2023
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Ben McBee
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Culture
Native plants to add to your Seattle garden
Incorporating native plants into the urban garden is a win-win for pollinators, the environment, and your garden.
June 8, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
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Culture
Seattle releases schedule of downtown summer events
Check out movies in the park, painting parties, and ice cream socials.
June 8, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
1% for Public Art program celebrates 50 years
There’s a gallery exhibit dedicated to honoring the 4,000+ art pieces paid for by the program.
June 2, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
Pioneer Square’s development RailSpur takes a big step
The ‘mini district’ will include apartments, retail, and a hotel when it’s all finished.
May 31, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
A roundup of neighborhood newsletters in the Seattle area
Find your community and stay connected.
May 23, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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