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Burien & Normandy Park residential recycling event will be Saturday, Sept. 28
A Burien & Normandy Park residential recycling event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Criminal Justice Training Center (map below). Recycle your old stuff at the upcoming recycling event for residents of Burien, Normandy Park, and King County. Items...
Free Community Food Fun Family Night will be Friday night, Sept. 27 at Glen Acres Church of Christ
A free Community Food Fun Family Night will be held on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, from 6 – 8 p.m. at Glen Acres Church of Christ. These free events are held every fourth Friday at the church. “Come join for a light meal such as hot dogs, potato chips,...
PCC Market in Burien hosting ‘Comida y Corazón’ in celebration of Latino Heritage this Saturday, Sept. 14
Alimentando al Pueblo, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting the Latino community, will host “Comida y Corazón: A Latino Heritage Celebration” this Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 at the Burien PCC Community Market. The event, held from Noon to 3 p.m. at the Burien PCC, invites the community...
Nominations now open for Seattle Southside Chamber’s 2024 Business Awards
EDITOR’S NOTE: South King Media Founder/Publisher Scott Schaefer serves on the Board of Directors for the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce. The Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce this week announced that nominations are now open for their 2024 Business Awards categories. “Each year we invite the public to nominate...
Saturday’s ‘Battle of Burien’ football game canceled after Highline forfeits to Kennedy due to cyberattack
BREAKING: The “Battle of Burien” football game between Kennedy Catholic High School and Highline High School, originally scheduled for this Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024 has been canceled. Highline High will forfeit the game to Kennedy, due to circumstances related to the recent cyberattack on Highline Public Schools technology...
Children aged 6-12 can breathe easier with King County Community Health Worker Asthma Program
Asthma can be tough to manage, especially for children. But the King County Community Health Worker Asthma Program is here to help!. Our mission is to support families in managing asthma effectively and improving their quality of life. We are currently offering a range of free services for families with children aged 6-12, designed to reduce asthma triggers and provide valuable education and resources.
City of Burien targets homelessness with new ‘STEP’ Housing Initiative; holding Open House on Wednesday, Sept. 25
The City of Burien is revising its housing regulations in an effort to better accommodate individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness, and they’re holding an Open house on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024. The proposed changes – known as “STEP” housing, with the acronym based on the words Shelters,...
Shorewood Elementary PTA still seeking Vendors for November Craft Bazaar
The Shorewood Elementary Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is still in need of Vendors for its upcoming Craft Bazaar on Nov. 9, 2024. This event presents an excellent opportunity for vendors to showcase their products and engage with the local community. The Shorewood Craft Bazaar is a long-standing community event with a...
Open House for White Center Food Bank is this Friday, Sept. 13
All are invited this Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 to help celebrate the White Center Food Bank’s Open House at its new facility. This free event will run from 5–8 p.m. “Learn about your White Center Food Bank and the positive impact of its new facility on operations.”. Food...
Swifties invited to unite for a good cause at Summit Atlas’ ‘End of Eras’ Costume Bash & Runway Show on Friday, Oct. 25
Friends of Summit Atlas will be presenting its first-ever Fall Fundraiser: End of Eras Costume Bash and Runway Show on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024 at Kenyon Hall in West Seattle (map below). This event will run from 6:30 – 9 p.m. Come dressed as your favorite Taylor Swift Album...
UPDATE: Highline Public Schools will reopen on Thursday, Sept. 12
Highline Public Schools announced Tuesday that all schools will reopen on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024, after three consecutive days of closures due to a technology breach. The district said that all schools will be open Thursday for students from grades K-12. The investigation into the technology breach is still ongoing.
Lockdown at St. Anne Hospital in Burien lifted Tuesday after false shooting report
What was initially reported as a potential shooting on Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 10, 2024 at St. Anne Hospital in Burien turned out to be a false alarm, according to the King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO). Burien Police/KCSO Deputies responded to the hospital shortly after 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, following reports...
Exchange Club of Highline needs help to ‘wipe out’ shortages at their annual Toilet Paper Drive this weekend
The Exchange Club of Burien is gearing up to “wipe out” shortages with their annual Toilet Paper Drive this weekend, and they’re seeking your help. The local service club is holding two drives this Saturday and Sunday, aiming to collect much-needed toilet paper for local food banks, as state assistance programs do not cover paper products.
Ongoing technology breach causes closure of all Highline Public Schools for third straight day this Wednesday, Sept. 11
All Highline Public Schools will remain closed on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024 due to ongoing technology breach concerns, the district announced Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 10. This will be the third consecutive day that the district has closed all schools due to this incident, which started over the weekend. All school...
Burien City Council meets new Police Chief, discusses arts, zoning codes and more at Monday night’s meeting
The Burien City Council convened its regular meeting on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024, addressing a wide array of community concerns. Highlights from the meeting include updates on Burien’s new Police Chief, public arts funding, and ongoing discussions about zoning regulations and affordable housing. Council Reports. Councilmember Linda Akey shared...
B-Town Fiesta will be Saturday, Sept. 21 at Burien Town Square
The City of Burien and Discover Burien welcome the entire community to the B-Town Fiesta at Burien Town Square on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. This is a free event open to all. This free event was created by a group of local Latinx...
Where to see Salmon Spawn in Seattle Southside
Every year, thousands of salmon in the Seattle area make their way from the ocean back to their birthplaces to spawn, transforming in the process. This amazing migration takes place every year between summer and fall, and in Seattle Southside we’re surrounded by great places to see the salmon making their journey home. Some of the best spots are in Tukwila and Des Moines – a short drive from SEA airport. While at these sites, you can spot other wildlife such as bald eagles, osprey and blue heron.
All Highline Public Schools will remain closed Tuesday, Sept. 10 due to ongoing technology breach
EDITOR’S NOTE: This post has been updated with new information released by Highline Public Schools. Due to an ongoing breach of its technology systems, all Highline Public Schools will remain closed on Tuesday, Sept. 10, the district announced on Monday, Sept. 9, 2024. All school activities, athletics and meetings...
City of Burien’s ‘Welcoming Week’ starts this Friday, with a ‘Welcoming Burien’ event at Town Square Park this Saturday, Sept. 14
For the fourth year in a row, the City of Burien will celebrate National Welcoming Week, starting this Friday, Sept. 13, and continuing through Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. Welcoming Week is an initiative of the nonpartisan nonprofit Welcoming America, featuring organizations and communities bringing together neighbors of all backgrounds, including immigrants, to build strong connections and affirm the importance of welcoming and inclusive places in achieving collective prosperity.
REMINDER: KD Hall Foundation’s ‘Resilient Hearts: Sickle Cell Education & Blood Donation’ Event is this Wednesday, Sept. 11
REMINDER: The KD Hall Foundation’s “Resilient Hearts: Sickle Cell Education & Blood Donation” – a transformative event dedicated to raising awareness and fostering support for those affected by sickle cell disease – will be held this Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024. The blood drive and fireside...
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