Seattle Scream

5 August 2069 Issue 41

Knight Errant reports Metroplex Crime Lower

Knight Errant (KE) reported the first month of crime statistic since they took responsibility for policing the Metroplex and all trends for crime are down and arrest rates are slightly higher than usual for the Summer months. KE has been maintaining a high state of readiness and activity since taking over responsibility for law enforcement in the Seattle Metroplex from Lone Star in July. We are establishing our presence here and many criminals are keeping their heads down, said Laurie Rocket, KE-Metroplex spokesperson. Not to underplay the sterling efforts of KEs personnel but this is an unusual circumstance. We expect the local criminal elements to begin testing our resolve in the near future. Public satisfaction with Knight Errant remains high following intensive outreach projects on behalf of the security company. Reportedly cooperation between KE, neighborhood organizations and Seattle corporations has been smooth.

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Cool Off with the Summer Heat Concerts

Rebel Entertainment is partnering with Horizon and Knight Errant to host the annual Summer Heat concert series across the MetroPlex. Starting on Friday 9 Aug and running though Sunday 17 Aug at over twenty-eight venues across the MetroPlex with performances from local and international groups. The keynote shows will feature shows by top performers such as Gossamer, Interstate Five, Phantasmal Firebird and Maria Mercurial. This is the 4th Annual Summer Heat concert series and it will see over 280 acts performing. This is up considerably from the 40 that performed in the first year. Special coded wristband allowing entrance to various concerts will be on sale for the paid events. The festivities will conclude in a day-long televised free concert in the downtown park which will include a special set by the reunited Shield Wall who have not performed together since 2058.

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Seattle Airport Runway Expansion Finished

The 87 million, three-year runway expansion at the Seattle Metroplex International Airport finished. The new hardened runways are capable of handling even the heaviest transports. This makes the Seattle Airport capable of continuing to serve as a regional transport hub for the foreseeable future. Work on the runways was achieved both on schedule and on budget, proving the skill of Seattles construction industry. Several pioneering techniques were used to reinforce and prepare the runways for use. They are predicted to last for thirty-years before major replacement is required.
This completes the twelve year upgrade plan of the Seattle Airport.

Pacific Clippers to Race

Three clipper ships, one American, one British and one Chinese, will race from Seattle to Hong Kong over the next few weeks using technology limited to that of the late 19th century. The ships set sail on Saturday morning. The entire race will be broadcast and viewable in real time with recorded highlights each night. This clipper race has attracted considerable interest and the ships are availible for tours until Thursday evening.
Gambling outlets have reported considerable activity on the race.

Permanent Virtual Courts Established in the US

Following the success of the US Virtual Court, it has been decided to create a permanent circuit of ten such courts to keep the techniques and technologies viable while providing support for over stretched local jurisdictions. Knight Errant has been given the contract to provide technology and expertise for the first three years of the Virtual Circuit which will be administer from Seattle initially until a permanent home is created.

Seattle Stress to play the Paris Physique at the Omnidome

The Seattle Stress will play the Paris Physique on Thursday at the Omnidome. The Physique have won their last three games and hope to extend that streak. While the Stress have been struggling to score above a tie. The near fatal injury of star Stress goalie Excellent Edward Halen in last weeks game against the LA Energy has taken him out of play for at least a month and replacement goalie Charlie Night.