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Glitch identified in billing system for 520 tolls

Submitted by KOMO Staff
Friday, January 27th, 2012, 5:58pm
Glitch identified in billing system for 520 tolls

WSDOT is looking into a weather related glitch with the SR 520 pass reader. Turns out the glitch may have resulted in some incorrect charges on "Good To Go" pass accounts.

During last week's snowstorm, engineers came across the glitch when the equipment's internal clock was intermittently losing time and re-syncing to the correct time.

It's been fixed now but - "People with a "Good To Go" pass, their pass may not have been read and they may be getting a 25-cent pay by plate charge incorrectly," said Pete Briglia, 520 Operations manager.

Briglia says the glitch occurred between January 17th and January 25th. He says "Good To Go" accounts will either be credited back or not charged that 25-cent fee at all.

If you pay full price by mail, you're not affected.

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Bellevue couple earns bridge Grand Life Masters

Submitted by Leslee Jaquette, Community Journalist
Friday, January 27th, 2012, 11:33am
Bellevue couple earns bridge Grand Life Masters

Bellevue residents Polly and Pat Dunn were recently named Grand Life Masters by the American Contract Bridge League (ACBL). In addition, their individual accomplishments were made as a result of together winning the Senior Mixed Pairs event during the Seattle Nationals in December.

“The really important issue is it's the first time a couple have become Grand Life Masters together in their own home town,” observed Barbara Nist of SeaTac, who chaired the nationals (11,427 tables) at the Seattle Sheraton, teaches bridge and operates the Newcastle Bridge Club (NBC) at the Regency Newcastle. “The ACBL has been recording masterpoints (our yardstick) for 75 years. This is an accomplishment that the Dunn's have been working towards for the better part of their adult lives.”

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'One Night Count' shows homeless numbers up from last year

Submitted by Kiersten Throndsen, KOMO Communities Reporter
Friday, January 27th, 2012, 11:05am
'One Night Count' shows homeless numbers up from last year

One by one they counted - counted thousands of men, women and children with no place to call home.

The 32nd annual 'One Night Count,' organized by the Seattle/King County Coalition on Homelessness, happened early this morning.

800 volunteers fanned out across 13 cities in King County, including Bothell, Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond and Woodinville.

They looked for people living in tents, cars, city parks and on buses.

In total, 2,594 men, women and children had no place to live.

Above is a breakdown of the numbers from the coalition.

Organizers hope to send a strong message to Olympia - homeless services can't be cut.

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Experts continue to investigate Sammamish Way mudslide

Submitted by Leslee Jaquette, Community Journalist
Friday, January 27th, 2012, 11:00am
Experts continue to investigate Sammamish Way mudslide

A water main break and mudslide on Sunday continues to affect traffic. For now West Lake Sammamish Parkway remains closed between Northup (north) and SE 26th (south). 

According to Wendy Hairfield, City of Bellevue community relations specialist, no, the experts have not determined which came first, the water main break or the mudslide.

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Mountain is home to more coal than cougars

Submitted by Leslee Jaquette, Community Journalist
Friday, January 27th, 2012, 9:15am
Mountain is home to more coal than cougars

Newcastle wasn’t the only place mined in these parts. Coal mining on Cougar Mountain was a major enterprise as well.

During an Eastside Heritage Center presentation, “Coal Mining on Cougar Mountain,” on Sunday at the Lewis Creek Visitors Center (2:00 – 4:00 p.m.), we will learn about the Eastside’s 100 year history of coal mining.

For example, in 1888 there were 20 mules and 200 men employed on Cougar Mountain. Exporting coal to San Francisco turned Seattle into a dominant seaport. Learn what is underneath a mountain that is older than Rainier. 

Presented by Eastside Heritage Center and Bellevue Parks & Community Services.

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Bellevue weekend happenings January 27 – 29, 2012

Submitted by Leslee Jaquette, Community Journalist
Friday, January 27th, 2012, 8:00am
Bellevue weekend happenings January 27 – 29, 2012

 

This weekend’s highlights will awaken the senses and muscles. Look for opportunities to fence, learn how to coach lacrosse, take a free dance lesson and dance and enjoy music at Crossroads.

Oh, yes, if you are looking for that perfect bridal gown, be sure and checkout the dresses at the Fabulous Bridal Affair! More…

*  Rain City Fencing hosts event (Fri. – Sun.) Fencers from around the Sound will congregate at Bellevue’s Rain City Fencing for the Battle in Seattle event. More…

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Redmond Health Fair encourages wellness

Submitted by Leslee Jaquette, Community Journalist
Friday, January 27th, 2012, 7:00am
Redmond Health Fair encourages wellness

Eastsiders, if you missed last weekend’s Eastside Vitality Health Fair at Overlake Hospital, here is another chance to get free information and screenings to help get on track for health and wellness for 2012.

Take advantage of the Redmond Health Fair at Swedish/Redmond that is scheduled for Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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