Marlaina’s Mediterranean Kitchen has been serving up healthy dishes in Burien for close to 10 years. Over the years, they have continued to grow and innovate to serve the needs of their loyal customer base, including renovating and establishing their own private dining-event room in the rear portion of the restaurant building.

It was a day filled with smiles from both volunteers and recipients at Highline Schools Foundation’s annual Project PROMise held on Friday, April 14 and Saturday, April 15, 2023. Organizers said that, in total, about 170 students from across Highline Public Schools were served over the two-day event. For...

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Realty will be holding an Open House in Arbor Heights this weekend. This is a 5-bedroom, 2.75 bath, wonderfully maintained home in Arbor Heights:. This move-in-ready house was completely updated (& added a 2nd story) in 2001, including vinyl windows, updated plumbing & electrical, siding, Trex...

On Thursday morning, April 13, 2023 at about 4 a.m., officers with the Des Moines Police Department received a 911 call regarding a glass break alarm at a convenience store in the downtown area. Officers arrived within minutes and found the front window to the business had been shattered; however,...

Things can seem bleak when we see all the kinds of suffering going on in humanity, perhaps even among our own family members or neighbors. But sometimes these very circumstances spur individuals to find new ways to help and heal. One such example is Phillip Hockley, practitioner of Christian Science...

Here’s our recap of the April 11, 2023 Normandy Park City Council meeting:. Former Councilmember Michelle Sipes-Marvin received a plaque in commemoration of her years of service on the council, as well as the many committees she served on. She was on the city council from 2016-2023, and also served as Deputy Mayor for some of that time. Sipes-Marvin said she plans to come back to the council once her schedule allows her the kind of time she wants to have for the position.

One thing that has been missing from the Burien foodie scene has been more upscale options for lunch. Now Piacere (“Pi-a-chair-ay“) Trattoria is stepping into that void, offering a lovely lunch service from 12 – 2:30 p.m. from Wednesday through Sunday. Within the comfortable dining room you can dine at an efficient pace, or take your time for a leisurely meal in soothing surroundings. The menu includes some new lunch options, lighter and quicker to serve, as well as some favorites you will appreciate. In this quiet atmosphere, you can meet for a business lunch or treat yourself to a break from a busy work day. The staff at Piacere want to make your visit a pleasure and provide a lunch option that is memorable. Come visit soon. Along with the new lunch hours and menu, Piacere is delighted to announce a Giro d’Italia (Tour of Italy) wine dinner on Tuesday, April 25. The $115.00 per person (excluding taxes and gratuity) prix fixe menu will include wine pairings and five courses filled with the flavors of Italy from various regions within “the boot.” Along with the satisfying meal, you will enjoy live music by Gianfranco Foddai, a multi-talented performer and composer who hails from Italian roots and diverse inspirations. This event will be a wonderful way to celebrate a special birthday, anniversary, milestone event or any special date. Ultimately, it is a celebration of the cuisine of Italy and a chance to discover regional wines and flavors from that culinary leader. Reservations are required by calling (206) 946-1334. Doors will open at 5 p.m. for an optional happy hour (not included in the prix fixe pricing ) and dinner seating will be at 6 p.m. Call today to secure your place for this special evening!

EDITOR’S NOTE: South King Media Founder/Publisher Scott Schaefer serves on the Board of Directors for the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce. What does it take to create a ‘multipotentialite‘? The integrity and courage to connect and pursue your creative interests. Andrea Smith of Salal Credit Union is...

Steps to take to get your estate planning in order. If you are looking into creating your estate plan, you may be wondering what steps to take to get your estate planning in order. Below we discuss a few ways that can help you get an idea of how to get your estate planning in order:

Meet the Travis Family: Toby, Jen and their daughters, Kate and Meg. Sunday has always been allowance day at the Travis house. Their allowance money is to be divided between three buckets: save, share and spend. It’s a philosophy Toby and Jen were introduced to through BECU—and it’s a value they want to continue reinforcing with their daughters through allowance.

Normandy Park City Manager’s Report for week ending April 7, 2023. On Friday, April 14th, from 9:00 am to 10:30 am, you can join Mayor Sue-Ann Hohimer and city staff at Empire Coffee at the Normandy Park Towne Center. This is an excellent opportunity for residents to meet with City representatives. In addition, we will also have guests from the Des Moines Activity Center available to answer questions and share more about their programs. We hope to see you there.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Realty will be holding two Open Houses this weekend – in Burien’s Three Tree Point neighborhood and Arbor Heights. The first Open House is a mid-century Gem in the Three Tree Point community, just steps from the local store/coffee stop, Puget Sound and the historic Indian Trail:

The Port of Seattle announced this week that it will award $149,448 to five organizations – including the Friends of Normandy Park – with projects that improve the environment in communities around Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). This funding is part of the third cycle of the South King...

Wineries have been announced for the ‘Burien Uncorked Wine Walk’ – a fun community event that takes place in Downtown Burien on Friday, April 21, from 4–8 p.m. You’ll have a chance to explore local retailers and taste wines with the option to buy and take home your favorites!

You will receive a warm welcome as you settle in for authentic Mexican dishes, crafted from family recipes passed down through the family. Some dishes are inspired by Veracruz, Mexico and all the unique flavors and spices of the unique locale. The staff will be especially happy to share some...

Whether you live on the westside or the eastside of the state, the threat of wildfire is real and growing, the Washington State Department of Natural Resources warns. With that in mind, Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz announced on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 the launch of the Western Washington expansion of Wildfire Ready Neighbors. The program is a collaborative effort between the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR), community members, home preparedness experts, regional fire and conservation districts, and other partners to better prepare those most at risk during wildfire season. Wildfire Ready Neighbors connects residents with experts and tools to help them take proactive action – from small steps to large – to better protect their homes and surrounding property from wildfire. On Tuesday, Franz was joined by local and state leadership at the Pacific Northwest Wildfire Conference and Exhibition in SeaTac to mark the arrival of Wildfire Ready Neighbors in Western Washington. “It doesn’t matter where you live, no one is immune from the danger of wildfires. Last year’s Bolt Creek, Goat Rocks and Nakia Creek fires are just a few examples of recent fires that threatened homes and properties in Western Washington,” Franz said. “Each community has its own unique wildfire risks, but Wildfire Ready Neighbors’ emphasis on taking simple, manageable steps to make our homes and neighborhoods more resilient to wildfire applies across our diverse state – from Spokane to Shelton, and from the Methow Valley to the Mima Mounds.” Wildfire Ready Neighbors builds upon existing efforts to encourage community engagement with renters, homeowners, and small forest landowners. Across Washington, Wildfire Ready Neighbors is bringing communities together to take collective action by:

Families are invited to save their seat for summer in Seattle JazzED’s upcoming music camps. With options for students in grades 4-12, programs are offered on a sliding scale with free loaner instruments for all musicians. The organization is hosting a week-long music camp for beginners at Rainier Prep...

The DubSea Fish Sticks summer collegiate baseball team launched its single game ticket sales for the 2023 season on Monday morning, April 3, 2023, as part of “National Fish Sticks Day.”. Opening Night will be Saturday, June 3, 2023. The team hosts their games at Mel Olson Stadium, located...

Normandy Park City Manager’s Report for week ending Mar. 31, 2023. As part of the upcoming Arbor Day festivities in Normandy Park, the city is hosting an all-age art poster contest. The contest’s theme is “Celebrate Trees” The theme is designed to provide wonder and inspire a greater appreciation of the beautiful assortment of trees that make up Normandy Park’s community forest. There will be five winning entries, one from each of the following categories: preschool, elementary school, middle school, high school, and adult. Entries may be used for outreach, education, and future tree-related programs and events. First-place winners for each category will receive a prize. And don’t forget to come to the Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, April 29th, to see all the entries.

On Friday morning, Mar. 31, 2023, 12 or so tents were dismantled outside Burien City Hall/Library, with most unhoused campers just packing up and moving a little over a block west to a city-owned lot at 6th Ave SW and SW 152nd Street (map below). The new location is not...