Share a photo that shows the soul of your Seattle neighborhood

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Donna Gordon Blankinship

/ August 31, 2023

Fremont’s beloved piece of public art, "Waiting for the Interurban"

Fremont’s beloved piece of public art, "Waiting for the Interurban," was dressed up with face masks in April 2020. (Matt M. McKnight/Crosscut)

Hello creative Seattle. While you’re considering who to vote for in November, take a few minutes to think about how you picture your City Council district. Where is the heart of your district? What image represents your community’s place in Seattle?

Does the Fremont Troll best represent District 6? Or is it Waiting for Interurban? Or something else?

Here’s your chance to participate in the Nov. 7 election and show off your artistic vision. Crosscut is asking the voters of Seattle to submit photos of their City Council districts, and we will choose our favorites to illustrate our district election profiles.

This handy district map on the Seattle page of our voter guide will help you find your district or help you submit a photo of another district. Submit your photos here and please let us know why you think this photo best represents your district.

We’ll give the photographers credit for their winning photos, of course, and send you some Crosscut swag as thanks for contributing.

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WA House Republicans select new leader: Drew Stokesbary

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Joseph O'Sullivan

/ April 25

Washington state House Republicans have selected Rep. Drew Stokesbary, R-Auburn, to become their minority leader.

First elected in 2014 from the 31st Legislative District, Stokesbary is the ranking Republican on the House Appropriations Committee, which deals with spending and budget matters. He takes over from Rep. J.T. Wilcox, a Republican from Yelm who announced on Sunday he would step down from leadership.

“As a lifelong Washingtonian, I know the incredible potential of our state, but too many of our challenges have been exacerbated by single-party control," said Stokesbary in prepared remarks. "I'm proud that House Republicans are fighting for real solutions to the critical issues affecting our state, including public safety, student performance and tax relief.

In addition, Rep. Mike Steele, R-Chelan, was selected deputy Republican leader. First elected in 2016, he takes over the position from longtime Rep. Joel Kretz, R-Wauconda. Steele is currently the ranking Republican on the House Capital Budget Committee.

Democrats currently control the House 58-40.