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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
Emerald City Comic Con is ready to geek out
Here’s what to do and who to see.
February 26, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A photo of orcas out in the Puget Sound.
City
US Coast Guard launches traffic control for whales
The new pilot program hopes to prevent whale deaths by directing boats to give them more room.
February 23, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Food
A quick look into Seattle Cocktail Week events
Imbibe locally made spirits, party with local mixologists, and learn a thing or two about espresso martinis.
February 21, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
Seattle’s guide to local summer music festivals
Start planning.
February 21, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
Where to make friends in Seattle
Break the Seattle Freeze’s ice with classes, meetup groups, and hobbies.
February 13, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A pair of older hands type on a keyboard while an empty yellow coffee mug sits to the right of keyboard.
City
Tech resources for older adults in Seattle
If you weren’t born around smartphones and computers, they can be a little tricky to navigate. These resources can help you do things like order groceries or schedule video calls with family.
February 7, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
This flower arrangement from Verde & Co. has leaned into a dramatic color palette with red roses, burgundy mums, and a deep emerald background.
Business
Choose violets: 7 elegant Seattle florists and flower shops
Where to find bouquets and floral arrangements for any occasion.
February 7, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A police officer stands behind the Cold War era Douglas AIR-2 Genie missile that was found in a Bellevue resident's garage. The officer rightfully is holding a facial expression that looks a little in disbelief.
City
Nuclear missile found in Bellevue backyard
Don’t worry — its inert.
February 5, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A line of shelved carts holding containers of refillable laundry detergents and cleaners sit aestheically within A Public Shop's location in West Seattle.
Business
Waste not, want not: 6 sustainable and refill shops in Seattle
Ideas for those looking to shop in a more eco-friendly way.
February 5, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A view of Seattle's waterfront from across the bay.
City
Meet Seattle’s sister cities
Seattle has 20 sister cities that span from Reykjavik, Iceland to Mombasa, Kenya to Kobe, Japan.
February 1, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
New Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald in a blue blazer and black t-shirt
Sports
Seahawks hire Mike Macdonald as new head coach
Macdonald was most recently the Baltimore Ravens’ defensive coordinator.
January 31, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A view of Chateau Ste. Michelle's Woodinville estate
Business
Chateau Ste. Michelle looks to redevelop Woodinville property
The company had previously put the property on the market in June 2022, but withdrew it.
January 30, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
Mt. Rainier stands tall in the distance, while the edge of a pond and evergreen trees paint a summery picture in the foreground.
City
New King Conservation District board election
The King Conservation District works to help give locals the tools and education to take good care of our natural world.
January 30, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A person holds out one of Flora Bakehouse's pink and white marble iced cookie that's been cut into the shape of a heart. Another tray of the same cookie type sits below on a table. They all look delicious.
Food
Valentine’s Day treats for your sweetheart
Where to find yummy cakes, cookies, and other treats.
January 26, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
Where to find sweet costumes year-round in Seattle
Halloween isn’t the only time you might to dress up — not when you’ll need a costume for ECCC or the Renaissance Fair.
January 24, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
Halved oysters and a few lemon wedges sit on a bed of crushed ice next to some steamed clams that are on a separate dish.
Food
Seattle’s 10 James Beard Award semifinalists for 2024
The semifinalists for the 2024 James Beard Awards were announced on Jan. 24.
January 24, 2024
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Gabe Guarente
A streetcar in Seattle's Pioneer Square against the backdrop of a sunset
City
SDOT releases estimate for a new downtown Seattle streetcar line
The new line would connect the South Lake Union streetcar with the First Hill line.
January 22, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A hot air balloon with a rainbow geometric pattern hovers above a rural residential area while Mt. Rainier stands proud in the distance during a sunrise trip.
Tourism and Hospitality
Your ultimate guide to tours of Seattle
Explore the Emerald City through its history, food, drink, and nature on these tours.
January 18, 2024
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Pike Place Market during a snowstorm
Entertainment
What to do with your kids during snow days
Keep them entertained with live aquarium video, science projects, and more.
January 16, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
Seattle City Council prepares to choose next citywide council member
The position is voted on by the council, as opposed to the general city population.
January 16, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Play
The ultimate road trip to Vancouver, BC
Hit the road and head to Vancouver, British Columbia — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
January 12, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Travel and Outdoors
King tides to sweep into Seattle area
The big swells are normal and caused by an alignment with the sun and moon.
January 10, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
There's a lot going on here. An orca is holding a football, Mayor Bruce Harrell has a 12's pennant, Bill Belichick looks angry in Seahawks swag, and a fake IG profile image are superimposed above a picture of Lumen Field.
Sports
SEAtoday ideas for a Pete Carroll replacement as Seahawks head coach
We have some really serious expert opinions.
January 10, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A view of the Fremont Troll under the Fremont Bridge on a sunny day
Culture
Best places to cry around Seattle
There, there — let it all out.
January 8, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
Where to get snow-related road and emergency information
Don’t flake out on prep work.
January 5, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Development
What Seattle’s first office-to-housing complex may look like
The challenges and opportunities associated with sucha conversion has made it a hot topic.
January 4, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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History
Seattle decades: the 1960s
Advancements from Boeing, the addition of the SuperSonics, and the World Fair made the 1960s quite the time to live in Seattle.
January 4, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
UW football players hold up their hard-won Sugar Bowl trophy in celebration of their achievement.
Sports
Fun facts about UW’s upcoming national title battle
The Huskies take on the Michigan Wolverines Monday, Jan. 8.
January 2, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A black and white team photo shows the athletes on the UW Rowing team that led the US to a gold medal in the 1936 Berlin Olympics.
History
Seattle preps for ‘Boys in the Boat’ movie release
A variety of exhibits, tours, and movie screenings are being hosted around the city.
December 19, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Food
Acclaimed restaurant JuneBaby to close
The restaurant will close on December 31 following its New Year’s Eve Onyx party.
December 18, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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