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		<title>Every Bus, Train, and Ferry in Puget Sound — On One Live Map</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:05:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dashingarrivals.com offers a live map of the Puget Sound transit system, showcasing over 1,100 vehicles in real-time across various agencies. The map allows users to track buses, trains, and ferries, providing detailed information about routes, stops, and service alerts. This tool enhances the visibility of the transit network, encouraging exploration.]]></description>
		
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		<title>The Third Place Didn&#8217;t Vanish. We Zoned It Out, Priced It Out, and Drove Past It.</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:52:15 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The concept of "third places," introduced by Ray Oldenburg, highlights social spaces outside home and work, crucial for community connection. Unfortunately, American urban planning has systematically eliminated these places, leading to rising loneliness. Solutions include creating walkable, mixed-use environments that prioritize free access to genuine public spaces, fostering social interaction and belonging.]]></description>
		
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		<title>The 2 Line across Lake Washington is finally real.</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:25:53 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The opening of the Crosslake Connection on March 28, 2026, marks a significant advancement in Seattle's transportation system, interlinking Redmond, Bellevue, Mercer Island, and Seattle into a cohesive light rail network. This development enhances service frequency and alleviates traffic congestion. Observed passenger loads indicate a healthy balance, suggesting gradual habit formation among riders and promising integration with local bus services.]]></description>
		
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		<title>Lake Washington via Flanged Wheels</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Adron]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:09:31 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The author describes a beautiful day riding light rail across a picturesque lake in Seattle, enjoying stunning mountain views in every direction. They note the quiet atmosphere aboard the crowded train, highlight the cultural diversity reflected in multilingual announcements, and mention using scooters for the last mile of their journey.]]></description>
		
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		<title>Crazy Pho Cajun: A Fusion Stop Near the Federal Way Station</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 22:10:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The author explores the new Federal Way Downtown light rail station, discovering Crazy Pho Cajun, a restaurant that combines Vietnamese cuisine with Cajun flavors. Notable dishes include the smothered catfish and fusion options like Cajun Crawfish Pho. The establishment enhances accessibility to unique dining experiences for transit users.]]></description>
		
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		<title>The Extension Stops: Three New Stations on the Federal Way Link Extension</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 21:49:56 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[On December 6, 2025, Sound Transit will open three new stations, deepening its Link 1 Line into South King County. Kent Des Moines Station targets college students, Star Lake Station functions as a transit hub with ample parking, and Federal Way Downtown Station aims for urban development. Their effectiveness hinges on surrounding development.]]></description>
		
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		<title>Sound Transit and the Link 1 Line: Building a Spine Instead of a Network</title>
		<link>https://transitsleuth.com/2025/12/07/sound-transit-and-the-link-1-the-spine/</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Adron]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 15:40:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Sound Transit’s Link 1 Line is a 40-mile light rail corridor connecting Lynnwood to Federal Way, designed for high-capacity transit independent of road traffic. Funded by voter-approved taxes, its spine model reflects Seattle's geography and politics but results in less comprehensive service than a network. Future expansions aim to address regional gaps.]]></description>
		
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		<title>(Some) of Seattle&#8217;s Origin Story: From Chief Sealth&#8217;s Grace to the Interurban&#8217;s Legacy</title>
		<link>https://transitsleuth.com/2025/12/06/some-of-seattles-origin-story/</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Adron]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 01:02:44 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Seattle’s founding is marked by the arrival of white settlers in 1851, led by Arthur Denny, who exploited the Duwamish people’s land. Despite the settlers' entitlement, Chief Sealth aided their survival. As Seattle evolved, the Interurban Railway fostered regional connectivity before its decline. Today, the Link 1 Line aims to address past mistakes, underscoring the importance of community connections and historical lessons.]]></description>
		
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		<title>Part 2: Pavement and Isolation – How the Car Killed Community</title>
		<link>https://transitsleuth.com/2025/08/21/part-2-pavement-and-isolation-how-the-car-killed-community/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 15:49:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parklets: A Glimmer of Hope (That Mostly Got Crushed) In the early 2010s—and then again during the pandemic—we saw something weird: parklets started popping up. Cities let restaurants and businesses convert curbside parking into mini patios and gathering spaces. They were scrappy, hopeful, often built with plywood and planters. And for a moment? They worked. [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Part 1: Disconnected by Design – The Death of the Third Place</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[From Common Ground to Commercialized Nowhere If you&#8217;re in a suburb, odds are your nearest third place is at least a 10-minute drive away—and no, a drive-thru Starbucks doesn’t count. Urban planning over the last 50 years has systematically pushed out the informal, low-cost, and unbranded spaces in favor of traffic flow, parking capacity, and [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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