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Ever wonder how Fremont got its name?
The answer stretches from the western frontier to Nebraska to the northwest corner of Lake Union. Local historian Valarie Bunn traces the full story in this piece from her blog, Wedgwood in Seattle History, connecting explorer John Charles Fremont, a pair of Nebraska real estate investors named the Blewetts, and Seattle’s Great Fire of 1889. It’s a good read for…
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Fremont Neighbor Forum comes to neighborhood poles
From 1977 to 1983, the Fremont Forum gave this neighborhood a print voice… a monthly community newspaper covering the people and issues that made Fremont what it was. When it went dark, that chapter closed. This month, Fremont Neighbor is opening a new one. Vol. 1, No. 1 of the Fremont Neighbor Forum is now posted on poles and bulletin…
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Fremont Arts Council seeks artist to design 2026 Solstice Parade Poster
The Fremont Arts Council is looking for an artist to design the official poster for this year’s Fremont Solstice Parade, and the deadline is coming up fast. Artists interested in submitting should email a brief description or sketch of their concept, along with samples of previous work, to jenny@fremontartscouncil.org by Monday, April 20. The FAC is looking for artwork that…
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Renting in Fremont? The city has a handbook for you
More than half of Fremont households are renters. If you’re one of them, the City of Seattle wants to make sure you know your rights. The city published an updated Renter’s Handbook in December 2025, a free guide covering everything from move-in costs to eviction protections. Seattle landlords are required to provide a printed copy when you sign your initial…
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Want to support B.F. Day? The Move-a-Thon is looking for sponsors
B.F. Day Elementary’s annual Move-a-Thon returns Friday, May 8, and organizers are looking for local businesses to help support the event. The tradition invites every Sun Dragon to run, walk or dance their way around the course while raising funds for school programs. Students collectively completed about 7,750 laps last year. “The Move-a-Thon is a day of joyous community, fun,…
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