Bobby Darin - Beyond The Sea (Live and Funny)

Back when performers where multi-talented.

An Evening Of Basketball In Portland

Only a week ago, NBA basketball in Portland.

The Stylistics

We enjoyed watching this concert in Kent a couple weeks ago.

Tahoma High School

This is the brand new campus for Tahoma High School, just past the 4 Corners area of Maple Valley at  23499 SE Tahoma Way, Maple Valley, WA 98038.

Trio Of Adam West Fans Want To Rename A Walla Walla Park

 

Jonathan Grant, Adam Lore, and Don Roff, Adam West super fans who were behind establishing a day in his honor, are now moving to change the name of a Walla Walla park.  Menlo Park is not far from the house on Alvarado Terrace where West, then known as Bill Anderson lived with his family as a child.
West, who died last year, would go on to play one of TV's most iconic characters, Batman.
The three fans have been researching the history of the park tucked away in an eastside residential area.
So far, they have found no historical significance to the Menlo Park name.  

Two Cultural Icons Have Made Washington Home

Here in the Northwest corner of the US, we are excited to hear about natives and current residents who made an impact on our culture and in two consecutive days, I've found out about these two historical figures. 
Charlie Hall of Bainbridge Island was a student at the University Of San Francisco when he invented the waterbed.  The mattress was full of water and thought to add significant comfort to one's sleep.  The idea took off, but eventually fell out of favor.  Hall thinks it is due to cheap knock offs.  Hall says that for the 50th anniversary of his invention, he is coming  out with a new improved version of the iconic bed.
Naomi Parker Fraley of Longview died Saturday.  She has recently been recognized as the figure depicted during World War II as Rosie The Riveter.   Rosie was the symbol of women doing what was then considered men's work to help America's war effort.

This Year's Super Bowl--Eagles vs Patriots

The big game features New England defending it's title against the Philadelphia Eagles.  One thing we've learned, no lead is safe against the Patriots.

Looking Down On Portland

The historic Pittock Mansion was closed, but we were able to enjoy the view.
We visited Portland to watch a Trail Blazer game.  It was the first NBA game that I had watched in person since the Sonics left town.

Blazers Lit It Up

The Mavs hung in, but the Blazers had the hot hand.

NBA Basketball

We're in Portland watching the Blazers play the Dallas Mavericks.  Portland is doing well so far

WSU campus mourns the loss of Tyler Hilinski

There has got to be a missing piece to this puzzle. 

Former Washington Governor John Spellman

Former Republican Governor John Spellman has died.  Spellman, who was elected during a Republican landslide in 1980, served one term.  He was defeated in 1984 during tough economic times in our state.
Spellman was King County's first executive, a position much like a mayor.  He was the face behind building the Kingdome, which brought major league baseball and NFL football to Seattle.
Spellman was the last Republican that this state has elected.

WSU Rocked By Quarterback Hilinski Suicide

Tyler Hilinski,  WSU quarterback in waiting, was found dead today of a  self-inflicted gun shot wound.  Hilinski, who showed flashes of brilliance filling in for starting quarterback Luke Falk, was found in his apartment.  Police were called after he failed to show up for practice.
Fans on social media are expressing their shock and sadness.

Ken Norton, Jr Will Be Seahawks Defensive Coordinator

Ken Norton, Jr. will be the new defensive coordinator for the Seattle Seahawks.  He had previously held that position with the Oakland Raiders.  He was with San Francisco as an assistant coach last season.  He at one time was the linebacker coach for the Seahawks under Pete Carroll.
Sources say that Norton is the only player in NFL history to win 3 consecutive rings.
Nortons accomplishments as a player and a coach are quite impressive, however they are somewhat overshadowed by his father, the late Ken Norton, Sr, a boxer who beat Mohammed Ali.

The Stylistics

Deb and I attended an R and B/soul concert at the Showare Center in Kent.  By far, my favorite of the band's that performed were The Stylistics. The group's lead singer has a voice as smooth as silk. The band, formed in Philadelphia in the late 60 s had such 70s hits as Betcha By Golly Wow, Break up to Make Up, and Stone In Love. 
The other headlining band was The Whispers.  James "JJ" Walker, who starred in the 70s sitcom Good Times, was the host.
The performance was part of the OMG Heart And Soul Tour.

Remembering Martin Luther King, Jr

Dyn-no-mite

You may not recgnize the face, but you would know the voice.  James Walker played "JJ" in the 70s sit-com, Good Times. 
Walker was contributing his stand up comedy prowess, hosting a concert at the Showare Center at Kent which featured the Stylistics and The Whispers.

Keith Jackson: A Tribute

A wonderful and warm tribute to arguably the most famous Washington State University graduate. 

Keith Jackson Dies

Legendary College Football Announcer Keith Jackson has died.  He was 89.  Jackson was a graduate of Washington State University and was proud of his Cougar roots.

 

Howard Cosell's Grandson Impersonates Him During Tim McCarver's Sports B...

This brings back memories, Colin Cossell delivers a spot on impression of his grandfather, the late Howard Cossell.