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United Way of King County’s Free Tax Sites reopen for late filers
Filing your taxes late? Good news, United Way of King County is still operating three Free Tax sites through July 30, 2024. Avoid paying more fees by getting your taxes done through United Way’s Free Tax program. United Way is offering free tax services to residents who make less...
Free Repair Event coming to Tukwila Community Center this Saturday, May 11
A FREE Repair Event will be held at the Tukwila Community Center this Saturday, May 11, 2024. At this event – which will be from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. – skilled volunteer “fixers” will try to repair and mend household items and clothing for no charge.
Say hello to (and adopt) ‘Howdy,’ RASKC’s Pet of the Week
Say hello to RASKC’s Pet of the Week “Howdy”!. Howdy is a two-year-old male American Bully mix who is about 68 pounds. He is a very energetic and smart dog who loves finding treats and other things to get into, so will need help keeping his mind busy and stimulated!
Free Recycling Event will be Saturday, May 18 at Tukwila Community Center
A FREE Residential Recycling Collection Event will be held at The Tukwila Community Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 18, 2024. See info below for more information on which items will be accepted. For questions about this event, contact 206-938-8262. Funded in part by grants from...
REMINDER: Shop local, shop handmade (and for Mother’s Day) at Moshier Spring Pottery Sale this Saturday, May 4
REMINDER: The annual Moshier Spring Pottery Sale will be held this Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Moshier Community Art Center in Burien (map below). Twice a year students and instructors gather at Moshier Art Center to sell their beautiful handmade wares. Come...
Tukwila School Board addresses concerns over budget cuts, safety at Cascade View Elementary
The Tukwila Board of Directors, representing the Tukwila School District, convened on April 23, 2024 for its regular board meeting. Held at Cascade View Elementary, the meeting was chaired by board president Carlee Hoover from District 1. She was joined by directors Charley Simpson, District 3; Reverend Terrence Proctor, District 4; and vice president Dave Larson, District 5.
Volunteers needed for Community Spring Cleanup (& baseball) this Sunday, May 5
Volunteers are needed for Tukwila’s 2024 Community Spring Cleanup – and baseball – which will happen this coming Sunday, May 5, 2024. Meetup and start at Foster Memorial Park (map below), from 2-4 p.m. “We will be cleaning different areas throughout the city and will reconvene at...
Regional Animal Services offering no-cost pet adoptions this Tuesday, April 30
This Tuesday, April 30, 2024, Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) is holding a pet adoption special for one day only to celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day. On Tuesday, adopters can take home a cuddly cat or delightful dog at no upfront cost. Adoption fees for all animals will be waived, and adopters will be issued a free temporary pet license good for 30 days.
‘Conversations with KD Hall’ premieres Episode 2 of the Champions of Change Series this Saturday, April 27
The latest installment of KD Hall’s talk show, “Conversations with KD Hall,” is set to air this Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 7 p.m. on KING5 and KING5 Plus. Episode 2, a pivotal part of a four-part series titled “Behind Sports Edition with Champions of Change,” continues KD’s 19-year journey of storytelling and connecting diverse voices.
Meet (and adopt) sweet and wiggly ‘Sif,’ RASKC’s Pet of the Week!
Meet sweet and wiggly ‘Sif,’ RASKC’s Pet of the Week!. Two-year-old Sif is a 58-pound male Siberian Husky, who was brought into RASKC by a good Samaritan on April 1, 2024. While he had a microchip, sadly no one came for Sif. His name comes from “Sifjar” which signifies bonds and affiliations. Once you gain his trust, Sif is yours forever!
SeaTac City Council accepts unexpected resignation of City Manager Tuesday night
SeaTac Council Chambers were packed with residents supporting now-former City Manager Carl Cole at Tuesday night’s (April 23, 2024) SeaTac City Council meeting. Formerly serving as SeaTac Police Chief for many years, Cole has served as SeaTac’s City Manager since 2019, navigating the city through the pandemic and beyond.
Suspect in stolen vehicle with meth, machete arrested after traffic stop in Tukwila
On Tuesday morning, April 23, 2024, Tukwila Police officers arrested a suspect with a felony warrant after a traffic stop led to a struggle. Police said that officers spotted a suspicious vehicle across from the Tukwila Justice Center at around 9 a.m. Tuesday morning. Upon approaching the vehicle, they discovered...
Commercial fire causes road closure in Tukwila Monday afternoon
Just before 2 p.m. on Monday, April 22, 2024, Puget Sound Fire responded to a commercial fire in the 14600 block of Tukwila International Boulevard (map below). When firefighters arrived, they found smoke and flames visible from both the attic area as well as the basement. Due to unsafe building...
Tukwila Mayor McLeod delivers his first State of the City address
Mayor of Tukwila Thomas McLeod presented his first State of the City address at Monday night’s (April 15, 2024) regular city council meeting to mark his first 100 days in office. “Tonight, our goal is to update you on the work being done in the city and to share...
Meet a cat named ‘Squirt,’ RASKC’s Pet of the Week
A 7-year-old female domestic shorthair cat, Squirt lived with many other cats in her previous home and was described as shy, loving, and independent. She has been pretty shut down since she’s gone through a lot of change in a short time and being at RASKC is really new to Squirt. It may take her a while to get comfortable in her new home and show her true self.
Tukwila City Council appoints five new commission members
The Tukwila City Council appointed five new commission members at their Monday, April 15, 2024 meeting, chaired by Mayor Thomas McLeod. The five members appointed were Maryan Abdow and Lina Stinson-Ali to the Equity and Social Justice Commission, Fatumo Farah to the Human Services Advisory Board, Roby Snow to the Park Commission and Kathleen Wilson to the Sea-Tac Airport Stakeholder Advisory Round Table.
King County awards $3 million in grant funding for homelessness assistance in Tukwila and Burien
On Thursday, April 18, 2024, King County announced $3 million in funding to support an increase in shelter capacity and rapidly serve people experiencing homelessness in south King County cities, with $2 million earmarked for the City of Tukwila. The $2 million grant for Tukwila will be used to fund...
Learn how our area spawned the ‘Men in Black’ at Highline Heritage Museum event on Saturday, May 4
Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau will be presenting “UFO Northwest” – the true 1947 story of how Washington State spawned the original ‘Men in Black’ – on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 2-4 p.m., featuring Steve Edmiston. This free event will take place at the...
VIDEO: Suspect arrested by Tukwila Police after threatening victim with firearm
Just after 2 p.m. on April 5, 2024, Tukwila Police officers were dispatched to the 15900 block of West Valley Highway after receiving a 9-1-1 call from an individual reporting that a male had pointed a firearm at him. The suspect was reported to have fled in a vehicle immediately...
Uncle Ike’s Pot Shop celebrates 4/20 with deals and events
Hey Cannabis Connoisseurs, it’s time for Uncle Ike’s annual 4/20 celebration!. Uncle Ike’s Pot Shop is gearing up for a week of celebrations centered around cannabis appreciation, with unbeatable deals and special events running from April 17 to April 22, 2024, with exclusive offers that no other pot shop can beat, including of course, 4/20.
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