Ownership says the closing is only temporary, but if the restaurant comes back, it may not be in the same location Ownership at Beth’s Cafe said the current closure is temporary. On Labor Day, longtime greasy spoon Beth’s Cafe in Green Lake was bustling, with diners gathering to say a fond farewell — at least for the time being.

Seattle's city parks hit the sweet spot between urban and natural design. Early city builders constructed Seattle intending to provide green space within a half-mile of every home. And with a surplus of pocket parks and bike paths, that intention might be true. But some parks stand above the rest, and whether you're visiting the city or you're a long-term resident, it's worth exploring the very best of Seattle's parks.

SEATTLE - Seattle and King County Thursday announced an indoor vaccine requirement for restaurants, bars, gyms, movie theaters, and other entertainment venues. The mandate will also apply to outdoor events with more than 500 people in attendance. Starting October 25, patrons must show proof that they are fully vaccinated or provide a negative COVID test taken within 72 hours of entry.

Proof: Health officials in King County, Washington, are requiring proof of vaccination and indoor venues such as bars and nightclubs and also at large outdoor events. (Rogelio V. Solis/Associated Press ) SEATTLE — Officials in King County, Washington, which includes the Seattle metropolitan area, said Thursday they will require proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test to enter large outdoor public events and all indoor recreation and entertainment businesses and events.

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Tacoma is a vibrant city on the shoreline of Puget Sound, approximately a 30-mile drive south of Seattle. It's home to over 200,000 residents, and boasts a colorful waterfront district lined with restaurants and attractions. Perhaps the most prominent of these tourist attractions are the museums in the noteworthy Tacoma Museum District.