Chicago Band Co-Founder Walter Parazaider Dies

 Walter Parazaider, Sax player and co-founder of the legendary band Chicago has died.  Reports say that he died in hospice care.  He had been suffering from Alzheimer's disease.  

Space Needle Gift Shop 2--Robot Barista

 These use to pop up in science fiction movies and TV shows from my childhood, but now they are a reality.  This automated barista, will make a cup of espresso for customers who push buttons and pay.  

Space Needle Gift Shop

We took Deb's cousin from Massachusetts to see the sights in Seattle. It's their first time ever here

We saw this replica in the Space Needle gift shop.

Old Walla Walla Radio Remembered 39--Verne Russell Buys KUJ

 

Steve sent this old UB article from the late 60s, as V. B. R. Broadcasters, headed by Verne Russell, purchased KUJ.  The station would continue to play easy listening/adult contemporary music and CBS Radio programming. 

Old Walla Walla Radio Remembered 40--Russell Sells To Jim Nelly

Jim Nelly bought KUJ in the mid 1970s, he did make big changes, bringing 24-hour Top 40 radio to the Valley. Because of the purchase, KTEL, which played rock at night, went all country, along with local sports. 

Seaside 5--Looking Down The Cliff Near Manzanita

 On a clear sunny day, a stunning view of the Pacific Ocean. 

Knicks Win Title--First Since 1973

 I follow very little NBA since the Sonics left town.  Congrats to the New York Knicks, who have won their first title since 1973 and only the team's third overall. 

Jalen Brunson scored 45 points for the winning team, who took the series 4-1.  The Knicks overcame, in the entire series, 4 double digit deficits, a record. 

Maple Valley Days Feature--Dog Jumping

 It was fun watching the dogs jump at Maple Valley Days.  This took place at the Lake Wilderness Beach.  

The annual festival concludes today (Sunday, June 14th, 2026).

Seaside 4--Ecola State Park

 Ecola State Park, North of Cannon Beach, also has amazing views of the water. 

Seaside 3--Watching The Sunset

Once we got past the two cold, rainy days.  The weather warned and the sunsets were spectacular.