New Visitor Perk for Seattle Sightseeing: CityPASS is pitching a money-and-time saver for travelers hitting Seattle’s Space Needle and Chihuly Garden & Glass, bundling top attractions into one discounted pass. Family-Friendly Beach Plans: Seattle Aquarium’s Beach Naturalists are hosting a free Richmond Beach Saltwater Park walk (July 15, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.) to spot Puget Sound sea stars and crabs at low tide. Local Food Stop in Thurston County: Jimmy John’s and Baskin-Robbins are now co-located in Tumwater (opened May 2026) and Yelm (opened Nov. 2025), offering dine-in, pickup, and delivery. Community Festival Weekend: Sherwood Robin Hood Festival returns July 17–18 with a medieval village, knighting ceremony, and a Saturday parade. Puget Sound Travel Timing: Plan ahead for July 17–20 Puget Sound congestion, with guidance on where delays may hit. Outdoor Safety Reminder: Washington wildfire season coverage includes expert tips on protecting homes as conditions heat up. Port of Everett Growth: Port of Everett CEO Lisa Lefeber outlines over $1B in waterfront and marine investment plus major environmental cleanup plans. Seattle Crime Watch (for travelers): Police report a Central District shooting captured on store security video, with no suspects in custody.