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Madeline Ewing

City Editor, SEAtoday

Madeline is based in Seattle, WA, with roots in the Midwest and France. They reported local news for lifestyle magazines, business journals, and broadcast TV. They love to get lost in Seattle’s best flea markets and bookstores.

A crowd of people stand below a holiday light display in Old Sacramento.
Tourism and Hospitality
Where to find the best holiday displays in Sacramento
Some neighborhoods really go all out with their decorations during holiday season, and these are some of our favs.
December 4, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "SEAtoday's 2024 Gift Guide."
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
A vintage, metal aerobics bike is stationed in the dirt on top of Kite Hill. The structure of Gas Works Park is in the background, plus the waters of Lake Union and distant views of downtown Seattle high rises and the Space Needle.
Culture
Gas Works Park’s mysterious aerobics bike + secret photo booth
A mysterious aerobics bike at Gas Works Park converted into a secret photo booth — it doesn’t get more Seattle than that.
October 25, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
A large, red brick home has a sun deck with a giant Halloween skeleton posed on top.
Culture
4 Seattle neighborhoods that put the “treat” in trick-or-treating
Grab your biggest buckets — these Seattle neighborhoods offer the best treats, no tricks needed.
October 23, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
An image on the left reflects a rendering for Pier 58's design. An image on the left is an aerial photo of Pier 58 as it exists now mid-construction. Main similarities include the shape of the pier, the jellyfish playground structure, a main plaza area in the center, and section off space on the right for the elevated lawn. The current photo does not yet show a planned tree grove and planted grass for the lawn, as depicted in the rendering.
City
Seattle Waterfront’s Pier 58 slated to open spring 2025
Equipped with a marine-themed playground, tree grove, fountain, and plaza, Pier 58’s rebuild is bringing a whole new community gathering space to Seattle’s Waterfront.
October 23, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
A black and white photo of Western Avenue in Seattle on October 22, 1920 shows a horse-drawn carriage entering the view on the right, and a sign for "Dodge Brothers 4 door sedan" in front of an empty lot.
City
On this day in Seattle history: October 22
On this day in Seattle history — a local inventor filed a patent application, Seattle Public Library completed a $3 million expansion project, and Pearl Jam icons debuted.
October 21, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
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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
A box-shaped cardboard carrier (similar to a MacDonald's Happy Meal container) sports Spongebob's face on one side. Next to it are a carton of fries, dipping sauce, a burger with sesame seeds on the bun, and a plastic cup of dark soda.
Food
Saint Bread’s limited-edition Krabby Patty Meal
Don’t tell Plankton — Saint Bread may have found the Krabby Patty secret formula. Here’s what the Portage Bay bakery is offering in its limited-time Krabby Patty Meal.
October 17, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
Two bottles of red wine sit on a counter in the foreground. The blurred background is full of people mingling inside the living room of a home.
Culture
Your guide to hosting for the holidays in Seattle
From setting up your space to shooing people out the door, here are some tips + tricks to make this holiday season one for the books.
October 17, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
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Culture
Celebrating SEAtoday’s third birthday
City Editors Alina, Madeline, and Gabe have spent a collective three years bringing local readers top stories and comprehensive guides to Seattle.
October 16, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
Joyce J. Scott sits in front of three panels of prints showcasing Obama in varying colors of ink and fabric. To the left is a beaded sculpture of a Buddha-like figure unraveling a basketball, which has a twisting DNA ladder spooling out of it in one direction and the silhouette of a person spilling out in the other.
Culture
“Walk a Mile in My Dreams": A gilded exploration of society’s “isms” at Seattle Art Museum
Joyce J. Scott’s “Walk a Mile in My Dreams” uses beadwork, textiles, sculptures, and more to convey personal narratives + historical encounters with sexism, racism, and environmentalism.
October 15, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
A group of adults stand in front of easels holding canvases, all facing a pond hosting scattered lily pads. The adults are grouped around one member as they paint.
Culture
15+ activities for retired locals in Seattle
If you recently retired and are looking for things to do, this guide will help you make the most of your golden years in the Emerald City.
October 11, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
People lined up, some of which are adorned in regalia, have their hands lifted, palms facing the sky, as they perform a song with vocals and drums.
Culture
Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebrations in Seattle
Seattle is hosting citywide celebrations, activities, and more in honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Monday, Oct. 14.
October 11, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
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 alters its closure plan
Seattle Public Schools recently proposed closing five schools next year instead of the previous 21. Here’s what’s in store.
October 9, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
Mayor Bruce Harrell joins King County Executive Dow Constantine and local leaders at a groundbreaking ceremony for the RapidRide J Line. They are holding shovels filled with dirt above a patch of dirt dumped on the sidewalk next to a RapidRide bus.
City
Construction is underway for the RapidRide J Line in Seattle
The J Line project upgrades the current Route 70 to a RapidRide level of service via enhanced transit connections to surrounding Seattle neighborhoods.
October 9, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
An photo of two people at a pottery classes with only their arms visible.
Culture
Try something new at Nashville’s arts and craft classes for adults
Sometimes finding your creative spark takes a little guidance — these craft classes will teach you new skills while connecting you with talented local artists.
October 9, 2024
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Dylan Aycock
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Travel and Outdoors
Seattle Parks and Rec is planning two new off-leash areas for dogs
Slated for West Seattle and Othello, the new sites are part of Seattle Parks and Rec’s Off-Leash Area expansion project — and it wants your feedback.
October 7, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
Seattle Art Museum to deinstall iconic lobby tree sculpture
Titled “Middle Fork,” the tree sculpture has been suspended above visitors’ heads in the Seattle Art Museum’s main entrance lobby for almost a decade.
October 4, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
A mural of a woman with purple lips and green flowing hair is painted onto a red brick building.
Play
7 iconic murals around Sacramento
From geometric gems to majestic masterpieces, here are some of Sacramento’s best and brightest murals in town.
October 4, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
A view of Lumen Field in Seattle at night
City
FEMA designates Lumen Field as a “mission ready” venue in Seattle
In a partnered effort between FEMA and the NFL, designated stadiums or venues are identified for their ability to be used for response and recovery activities during declared emergencies or disasters.
October 1, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
Seattle sits at sunset amidst a bed of orange-hued trees.
Play
Fall events happening around Seattle
Make the most of the cozy weather with this list of the best local events and activities happening this fall.
September 27, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A group of people lined up stand shoulder to shoulder smiling, the grantees of Paul Allen Foundation's investment.
Business
Paul Allen’s foundation invests millions to revitalize downtown Seattle
The $9 million grant hopes to energize the cultural vitality of Seattle’s downtown neighborhood through local organizations.
September 25, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
People stand in front of a massive pumpkin (about head height) which is intricately carved with a skeleton face and more designs.
Culture
Gear up for Seattle’s Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off and Beer Festival
We’re here to pump(kin) you up with these upcoming fall festivities that bring giant gourds and craft brews together for a match made in heaven.
September 25, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
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Travel and Outdoors
Snug vacation rentals for cool fall getaways near Seattle
These Seattle-area cabins will perfectly set the mood for a fall getaway in the PNW.
September 23, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
Seattle Waterfront’s Overlook Walk opens early October
Slated to open Friday, Oct. 4, the new Waterfront landmark signifies the near completion of Seattle’s multi-billion dollar Waterfront Park transformation project.
September 20, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
Four ramekins of different ceviches surround a tray of yellow corn tortilla chips.
Food
Local taqueria Pecado Bueno adds extensive ceviche bar to its menu
Known for its $4 margaritas + authentic Mexican fare, Pecado Bueno is adding 17 rotating ceviche-style dishes to the mix.
September 19, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
A 1960s-style living room setup occupies the lobby of Northwest Film Forum, complete with faux food on serving trays on the coffee table, a vintage TV set, and doilies adorning the surfaces.
Culture
What to see at Northwest Film Forum’s Local Sightings Film Festival
The Local Sightings Film Festival showcases the PNW’s creative communities with curated short film programs and feature films.
September 18, 2024
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Gabe Guarente
Crowds of people walk along a street lined on both sides with vendor tents and kiosks. Seattle's Chinatown entrance is in the background.
Culture
Chinatown-International District Night Market is back
The CID Night Market is returning to Seattle this weekend after a year-long hiatus with vendors, food trucks, live performances, and more.
September 17, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
Members of Seattle Department of Transportation stand behind a podium as they announce the launch of the new RapidRide G Line. One of the stretch buses is parked behind them.
City
RapidRide G Line brings 6-minute bus service to Seattle
King County Metro’s latest RapidRide route launched Saturday, Sept. 14 — the region’s most frequent transit service connecting several Seattle neighborhoods. Here’s what’s new.
September 16, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
Three glass high rise buildings stretch into the blue sky from the center of downtown Seattle. Two seagulls fly past the buildings to the left. Wires cross the bottom of the image, the cables for public street transportation.
Business
Seattle is on the Michelin Guide map for the first time
Michelin recently released its Key Awards for US hotels with a first-of-its-kind nationwide list — and three Seattle hotels were up to snuff.
September 13, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
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