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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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Take a hike: A guide to trails around Seattle
Looking for the perfect hike? This curated guide highlights tried-and-true trails in the area — plus everything you should know about them, from difficulty level to accessibility and beyond.
March 14, 2025
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Trevor Peters
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Business
Looking back on Carrie Marcus Neiman: the founder behind the iconic department store
Carrie Neiman Marcus opened the famous department store with her brother and then-husband in 1907. Her iconic eye for fashion led to the department store’s international success.
March 5, 2025
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Alina Hunter-Grah
Cherry trees stand in full bloom on the University of Washington campus.
Travel and Outdoors
Seattle’s spring 2025 weather forecast
Wondering when it will get warm? ☀️
March 4, 2025
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Alina Hunter-Grah
Two salads from Homegrown Seattle sit on a black table
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Where to find lunch for $15 or less in Seattle
Ready for your lunch break? Check out these 25+ lunches, from enticing sandwiches and salads to comforting noodle dishes.
March 3, 2025
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Laura Hackett
An art installation depicting giant potted plants at the Dallas Arboretum. The plants are bright green; there's also a pink and orange flower with a fake bee pollinating the piece.
Culture
Dallas Blooms flower festival begins to bud
Billed as the biggest annual floral festival in the southwest, this celebration showcases more than 500,000 tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and cherry blossoms.
February 25, 2025
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Food
Feel better soon: Dane County sees flu cases spike
Madison is one of the several cities seeing a spike in flue cases — here are a few local businesses and restaurants that can help get you on the mend.
February 12, 2025
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Feel better soon: Texas sees surge in flu cases
Texas is one of 43 states that is seeing a rise in flu cases — here are a few Dallas businesses + restaurants that might help you feel a bit better.
February 12, 2025
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Give these Seattle live music venues a listen
We’ve made a concerted effort to orchestrate this roadmap, so you can focus on finding the artists you adore.
February 11, 2025
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Ben McBee
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Date night ideas for every type of Seattleite
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the Emerald City.
February 6, 2025
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Brianna Williams
A few inches of snow cover a path lined with trees in Portland, Oregon on a sunny winter day
City
Where to get snow-related road and emergency information
Be prepared for snowfall by checking road closure information, stocking up for potential power outages, and winterizing your home.
January 29, 2025
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Take a slice out of Seattle’s pizza scene
Whether you’re craving a classic pie or something more adventurous, the Emerald City has some of the best pizza options around.
January 26, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Culture
Where to celebrate the Lunar New Year in Dallas
Bring on the Year of the Snake with lion dances, live music, and lots of good food.
January 22, 2025
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
How you can celebrate Lunar New Year in Madison
Happy Lunar New Year, 608. Ring in the Year of the Snake with local performances, family-friendly activities, and food.
January 22, 2025
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Ally Geiger
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Work
Some of the best coffee shops in Seattle
It’s kind of our thing.
January 17, 2025
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Gabe Guarente
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24 museums in Seattle
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 24 museums in the Seattle area have it all.
January 15, 2025
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Katie Molck
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Culture
Save the Dates: 19 big events coming to Seattle in 2025
Whew, 2025 is shaping up to be an eventful year in the Emerald City.
January 14, 2025
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Alina Hunter-Grah
Two people walk outside at the Nasher Sculpture Center in Dallas — there's a huge tree in the background, plus fountains and lush green landscaping.
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On exhibit: 13 museums in Dallas
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these 13 museums in Dallas have it all.
January 13, 2025
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Food
Voodoo Doughnut’s first Seattle location preps for opening
The highly popular doughnut chain will open its new Capitol Hill doors on Tuesday, Dec. 10.
December 6, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Travel and Outdoors
Winter weather forecast for Seattle
Prepare for winter weather in Seattle, Washington with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 6, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
Two bikers stand with their bicycles in a fair amount of snow.
Live
Winter 2024-25 weather forecast in Madison
Prepare for winter in Madison, Wisconsin with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 5, 2024
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Staff
The Klyde Warren Park arches stand next to some trees that have dropped their leaves.
Live
Winter 2024-25 weather forecast for Dallas
Prepare for winter weather in Dallas, Texas with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 5, 2024
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Staff
An in-arena photo of the Trail Blazers playing the Denver Nuggets
Sports
Portland Trail Blazers launch Rip City Bar Network
Portland Trail Blazers fans now have a list of 25 local bars where they can go to watch every one of the NBA team’s home and away games.
November 22, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A mural depicting the Dallas County Courthouse, a mockingbird, cacti, and a trolley is painted along the side of a building using a dusty rose + teal color palette.
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11 murals around Dallas
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
November 14, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
SEAtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 12, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Culture
19 murals around Seattle, WA
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
November 11, 2024
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Sara Frazier
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Culture
Late-night studying spots around Seattle
Grind still going well after the sun goes down? These late-night studying spots in Seattle provide a comfy place to get cracking on your project.
October 28, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A pumpkin with a creepy smiling face sits on a rock outside.
City
What to do with fallen leaves and rotting Halloween pumpkins
Here are a few creative ways to get rid of your Halloween pumpkins and fallen leaves instead of tossing them in the garbage can.
October 28, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
Dunlap School in Rainier Beach is partially obscured by surrounding trees in the foreground, whose branches cover up the top half of the building. The building, composed of white stone and red brick, features a columned entry and a wide, green grass lawn.
City
Seattle Public Schools announces four schools set for closure in 2025-26 school year
After a few different plans to fix a $91.5 million budget gap, Seattle Public Schools has announced the four schools it officially intends to close in the 2025-26 school year.
October 24, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Travel and Outdoors
Seattle Parks and Rec announces 15 recipients of Park CommUNITY Fund
Each of the projects receiving support from the Park CommUNITY Fund were suggested and voted on by locals in Seattle — from new basketball courts and exercise equipment to access improvements and water bottle refill stations.
October 22, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Food
Where to grab a late-night meal in Seattle
Fancy a midnight snack? These Seattle restaurants have their kitchens open after 9 p.m. — so let’s get munching.
October 21, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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