The budget challenges facing Seattle Public Schools are widely recognized, but here in Wallingford, the implications hit particularly close to home — for my family and for many others at John Stanford School, which is not scheduled for closure, but still rumored to be considered for significant change. Students have been bracing for impact as the district initially proposed, then reversed, plans to close 21 schools, ultimately narrowing it down to a potential four “under-enrolled schools” (and leaving the wildly underfunded budget issues still largely unsolved). The plan is a revised version of the earlier proposal, which was canceled after …

Here is an update from the project manager, Paige McGehee, for the Seattle Public Schools search for a site for an athletic field for school athletic use.  Note the meeting scheduled for this coming Wednesday, the 20^th, has been moved from the Lincoln Library to the Commons inside Hamilton International Middle School.

Dear Community Member,

Thank you for your continued interest and engagement around the location for a new synthetic turf field for Lincoln High School students.

In advance of our next community meeting on November 20, here is an update on what we’ll be discussing:

Attend a crucial public information meeting on zoning changes in Wallingford and around the city.  Tuesday, November 19^th at Magnuson Park, Hanger 30 from 5:30-7:30 for District 4.

The Wallingford Community Council WallingfordCC.org, has been presenting information about the city’s process including zoning changes for the 2044 Comprehensive Plan. WCC has hosted two informational meetings. It is a heavy lift to educate residents about the proposed zoning changes before the end of the public comment period on December 20^th. With that in mind, WCC has asked to share information here through Wallyhood.

In planning for growth, the …

About University House:

University House Wallingford is dedicated to providing complete living and care solutions for seniors. This friendly community is right around the corner from all the best Seattle has to offer.  The residents have several options for entertainment, and other events and activities.   Residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle in an age-restricted setting with plenty of social events and activities.   

They also enjoy of a full schedule of social, educational and entertaining activities. The structured program helps all residents maintain a high quality of life. Many of the activities encourage members to socialize and develop friendships with other residents. …

TL;DR A survey is being conducted regarding the potential construction of an athletic field at Wallingford Playfield Park. The results will be shared with Seattle Parks and Rec, and Seattle Public Schools. Take the quick Lincoln Athletic Field Location Options Survey.

As a resident of Wallingford, who lives a block from Wallingford Playfield Park with two small children, we rely on this beautiful, local green-space year-round. In fact, when we bought our house, we happily gave up having a backyard knowing that the Wallingford Playground and Park would become our ‘backyard’.

The proposal to turn the park into an athletic …

Wallingford neighbors concluded Veterans Day weekend with an unsettling experience on Ashworth Avenue North, between 41st and 42nd streets. People in the neighborhood reported that round 8:15 PM, a black SUV drove by and fired 4-6 rounds of gun fire into the air. This left many with the familiar hope that it was just fireworks, but the arrival of police officers confirmed otherwise – they found shell casings on the ground.

Thankfully, no one was hurt, but it was a frightening experience for all, including children who were extremely close to the incident. The reason for this action and location …

Wallingford is blessed to have two full-service florists serving the community. One is Cedarhouse Flowers located on N 45^th St, and the second is Hansen’s Florist Shop, owned by long-time Wallingford resident Helen Hansen is located conveniently at 4606 Stone Way N.    They are celebrating their 79th anniversary at the Georgetown/Seattle location and 39th anniversary at the Wallingford/location which includes servicing to Fremont and Ballard neighborhoods.

Hansen’s Florist Seattle is local, and family owned serving Seattle and the surrounding cities since 1945. They offer same-day, daily, and worldwide delivery and are available to service the local community floral …