Seattle Declares Jimothy Summer | Seattle News

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 27, 2026 · 1m

Seattle’s got a new star — not a human, but a round-faced raccoon named Jimothy, who’s gone viral for his adorable, chubby charm. This past Sunday, city council members officially declared summer 2026 “Jimothy Summer” in Ballard, complete with fan art contests, stained glass, paper-mâché statues, and even a custom license plate. Local artist Kayla Carabes, who just moved to Seattle in June, won the art contest with her painting of Jimothy — proof that this little critter, blissfully unaware of his fame, is uniting the city one smile at a time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…