Jimothy the Raccoon Turns Ballard into Festival | Seattle News

Seattle’s Ballard turned into a wild, heartwarming celebration for a raccoon named Jimothy — the internet’s newest furry icon with a short spine. Hundreds showed up for a block party, city council declared it “Jimothy Summer,” and local artists turned the vibe into stained glass, papier-mâché, and even a City Hall painting. Jimothy, blissfully unaware, became a symbol of love, hope, and quirky Seattle charm — proving sometimes the most unexpected stars bring the biggest community love. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1430d130713d2971