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Starbucks President and CEO Kevin Johnson announced a major sustainability initiative Tuesday.

(Ellen M. Banner / The Seattle Times) — Starbucks President and CEO Kevin Johnson announced a major sustainability initiative Tuesday. (Ellen M. Banner / The Seattle Times)

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Starbucks announces new sustainability push, aiming to slash waste, water use and carbon emissions

The plan appears to be driven by a mix of government regulation, activist pressure and internal concerns about the Seattle-based company's image.

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A dog trots beside a skier on one of the Rendezvous trails originating at the Gunn Ranch Trailhead in the Methow Valley. Dogs are allowed in some parts of the massive Methow Trails’ network of cross-country ski routes, but must be issued their own official day passes and keep to areas designated as dog-friendly.

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A look at construction in progress at KeyArena, where the roof is now entirely suspended by temporary posts as crews continue digging down.

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KeyArena will begin reattaching its roof by late February. Then we might know a completion date.

Dozens of temporary posts are holding up KeyArena's 44-million pound roof as workers excavate about 7000 cubic yards of soil per day beneath it. The plan is to start installing permanent posts on a new foundation by late February. WATCH

Michael (Mike) Schiller sends a no-look pass after rebounding his brother David’s free throw.

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Michael and their dad both have/had multiple sclerosis. Michael is in a wheelchair, and their dad died last year. For a few years, David has held a fundraiser for MS where he shoots 1,000 free throws at the Jewish Community Center in Mercer Island, and his brother shoots 100 from his wheelchair.
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‘I’m a friggin’ athlete.’ Basketball helps Mercer Island brothers bond, and battle multiple sclerosis

It’s impossible to miss the genuine fondness and respect David and Michael Schiller have for each other. That bond is what led David to start a charity free-throw event that will take place Saturday in Mercer Island. WATCH

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Chris Ballew, former lead singer of The Presidents of the United States of America and known as the singer Caspar Babypants, is photographed at his home in West Seattle Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2019.

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Half and Half hits the sugar spot with gourmet doughnuts.

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Seattle’s Half and Half hits the sugar spot with gourmet doughnuts in a jewel-box atmosphere

Washington wide receiver Puka Nacua celebrates with tight end Cade Otton after his first reception for the Huskies was also a 28-yard touchdown in the first quarter as the University of Washington Huskies take on the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors at Husky Stadium in Seattle Saturday September 14, 2019. 211495

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No longer a motoring paradise, busy Bellevue prepares to absorb 40,000 more jobs. Shot Thursday, November 21, 2019.

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Chris Ballew, former lead singer of The Presidents of the United States of America and known as the singer Caspar Babypants, is photographed at his home in West Seattle Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2019.

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Workers at T-Mobile Park roll up the tarp that had covered the dirt portion of the infield. New sod (CQ) will be installed at the baseball stadium for the coming Mariner season. Where sod used to be is now mainly sand. The means there won’t be a Fanfest this year. Among the improvements are new speakers, electrical upgrades, concession upgrades, all part of $30 million the team is spending. (see PDF printouts from M’s at the photo desk)

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Seattle Seahawks cornerback Shaquill Griffin (26) and Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker Shaquem Griffin (49) embrace on the field after losing to Green Bay in a NFC Divisional playoff game at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin on Sunday, January 12, 2020. 212658

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Starbucks President and CEO Kevin Johnson announced a major sustainability initiative Tuesday.

(Ellen M. Banner / The Seattle Times) — Starbucks President and CEO Kevin Johnson announced a major sustainability initiative Tuesday. (Ellen M. Banner / The Seattle Times)

Starbucks

Starbucks announces new sustainability push, aiming to slash waste, water use and carbon emissions

The plan appears to be driven by a mix of government regulation, activist pressure and internal concerns about the Seattle-based company's image.

A dog trots beside a skier on one of the Rendezvous trails originating at the Gunn Ranch Trailhead in the Methow Valley. Dogs are allowed in some parts of the massive Methow Trails’ network of cross-country ski routes, but must be issued their own official day passes and keep to areas designated as dog-friendly.

Travel

Why you should make Twisp home base for all your wintertime Methow Valley adventures

Twisp's central location and interesting community make it the perfect headquarters for all your Methow Valley tourism needs.

A look at construction in progress at KeyArena, where the roof is now entirely suspended by temporary posts as crews continue digging down.

Hockey

KeyArena will begin reattaching its roof by late February. Then we might know a completion date.

Dozens of temporary posts are holding up KeyArena's 44-million pound roof as workers excavate about 7000 cubic yards of soil per day beneath it. The plan is to start installing permanent posts on a new foundation by late February. WATCH

Michael (Mike) Schiller sends a no-look pass after rebounding his brother David’s free throw.

Brothers David and Michael Schiller
Michael and their dad both have/had multiple sclerosis. Michael is in a wheelchair, and their dad died last year. For a few years, David has held a fundraiser for MS where he shoots 1,000 free throws at the Jewish Community Center in Mercer Island, and his brother shoots 100 from his wheelchair.
Tuesday Jan 14, 2019 212676

Larry Stone

‘I’m a friggin’ athlete.’ Basketball helps Mercer Island brothers bond, and battle multiple sclerosis

It’s impossible to miss the genuine fondness and respect David and Michael Schiller have for each other. That bond is what led David to start a charity free-throw event that will take place Saturday in Mercer Island. WATCH

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Chris Ballew, former lead singer of The Presidents of the United States of America and known as the singer Caspar Babypants, is photographed at his home in West Seattle Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2019.

Music

How Seattle rock ‘n’ roller Chris Ballew found himself — and a Grammy nom — as children’s musician Caspar Babypants

Half and Half hits the sugar spot with gourmet doughnuts.

Food & Drink

Seattle’s Half and Half hits the sugar spot with gourmet doughnuts in a jewel-box atmosphere

Washington wide receiver Puka Nacua celebrates with tight end Cade Otton after his first reception for the Huskies was also a 28-yard touchdown in the first quarter as the University of Washington Huskies take on the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors at Husky Stadium in Seattle Saturday September 14, 2019. 211495

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UW Huskies 2020 offensive primer: New talent should emerge at wide receiver, tight end and offensive line

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Better ways to fund and invest in a transportation system for all