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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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City
What do you call Seattle’s long, dark season?
Apparently, it was the subject of some contention in a recent Instagram poll.
May 22, 2023
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We made a Seattle-based prom playlist
Featuring tunes from Brandi Carlile, Macklemore, and Sir Mix-A-Lot
May 19, 2023
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How a Seattle building becomes a designated landmark
It’s time for a little civics lesson.
May 19, 2023
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City
Where to find Copper River salmon in Seattle
The first shipment of the fatty Alaskan fish has become an annual tradition in the city.
May 17, 2023
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Culture
Celebrating Seattle moms with reader-submitted stories
Let’s shower some love on these incredible people.
May 11, 2023
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Travel and Outdoors
How to go to hiking trails near Seattle without a car
Here’s how to get around and enjoy some hiking and outdoor recreation, even if you don’t have your own vehicle.
May 11, 2023
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City
How to file if you want to run for office in Seattle
You’re going to want a good calendar and maybe a manager.
May 9, 2023
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City
What’s in the works for the Memorial Stadium revamp?
The process is moving along, but who will renovate the stadium is still up in the air.
May 5, 2023
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Sports
Seattle Kraken continue amazing Stanley Cup Playoff run
The hockey team moves on to round two after a big upset against the reigning Stanley Cup champs.
May 1, 2023
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City
Seattle redraws city council districts, shuffling neighborhoods
The new district boundaries will be used during the upcoming city council election.
May 1, 2023
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Government
Bellevue joins network of 2030 Districts
The network was created to help cities reach a goal of lower emissions by the upcoming date.
April 21, 2023
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Culture
6 board game cafes around Seattle
Places to yell at your friends in public.
April 21, 2023
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Government
Explaining King County’s new Crisis Care Center levy
Voters will have to decide on the levy by Tuesday, April 25
April 19, 2023
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Food
Food truck pop-up festival headed to South Seattle
Spring Foodie Fest will feature businesses like Donutology, Marimakan, and In Pizza We Crust.
April 19, 2023
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Government
The Suciasaurus rex is about to be Washington’s new state dinosaur
It’s a fourth grade class’s dream come true.
April 13, 2023
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Play
The ultimate road trip to Portland, OR
Hit the road and head to Portland, Oregon — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
April 13, 2023
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Travel and Outdoors
How to make a camping reservation near Seattle
When and where to find a spot
April 11, 2023
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Understanding Lexington development news
Development terms don’t have to feel like deciphering the Da Vinci Code.
April 10, 2023
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Culture
Seattle filming locations in ‘Love is Blind,’ season four
The setting for all the family meet and greets and heartfelt conversations
April 9, 2023
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Real Estate
Six Mercer Island homes we’re drooling over this month
Browse these dreamy houses currently on the market in Seattle.
April 7, 2023
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Development
Understanding Seattle development news
A glossary for all of that awkward government jargon
April 5, 2023
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Food
Where to get last-minute Easter brunch reservations
Jellybeans can only sustain you for so long.
April 5, 2023
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Reader ideas for Lusty Lady building’s revival
Which is your favorite?
March 30, 2023
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Mariners open new event space, beer hall across from T-Mobile Park
Victory Hall will open up for every Mariners, Sounders, and Seahawks game
March 28, 2023
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Sports
Seattle Mariners gear up for opening day
Let’s go, M’s.
March 28, 2023
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Arts
Icelandic musician Jónsi opens immersive exhibit at Nordic Museum
Dive deep into the waters of the “FLÓД
March 24, 2023
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Astraea Spirts turns the PNW landscape into something you can drink
Taste the essence of our sunny mountain meadows or the brine of our salty seas
March 22, 2023
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History
Guinness World Records set in Seattle or by Seattleites
We’ve got serious ambitions.
March 22, 2023
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Development
New owner of former Lusty Lady building wants community input
The site was known for its ribald, witty marquee.
March 20, 2023
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Seattle’s P-Patch program celebrates 50 years
Imagine all the vegetables.
March 16, 2023
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