Airport noise persists; survey shows concerns about safety, homelessness
By Jack Mayne The City of Burien says it will continue fighting against even more airport noise which is driving residents and the Quiet Skies Coalition to push harder and retain legal pressure on Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, but at the same time a survey shows citizens are generally pleased with the way the city is operating. At the Monday (July 16) Burien City Council meeting, City attorney Lisa Marshall updated the Council over the city’s legal action in federal appeals court in San Francisco over the Federal Aviation Administration's local policy to divert some small turboprop planes over Burien. She said ...
Community hero Dan ‘The Sausageman’ House receives $20,000 grant
He might be Washington State’s 2018 Small Business Owner of the Year, but locally he’s known simply as Dan “The Sausageman,” after his eponymous business that has been a fixture of the Burien, community since it opened in 1988, growing into an online retailer that offers gourmet gift boxes featuring summer sausages and other food products. Danny House was recently selected by KeyBank for a special small business grant for $20,000 to further his ongoing commitment to community service. “The Burien community is lucky to have Dan and his family as citizens because of their spirit of service and commitment ...
VIDEO: Larry Cripe of Quiet Skies Coalition holds press conference Monday
Larry Cripe, President of Burien's Quiet Skies Coalition, held a press conference outside Burien City Hall on Monday, July 16, outlining his group's complaints and action plan having to do with increased airplane noise over the region. Cripe talked about the group's concerns about the FAA's lack of response – and some say total ignorance – of local citizens' requests to change airplane turns that have been going on over Burien for two years. Many complain about increased noise, including late at night, as well as concerns about pollution and the effects on life. PROTEST AT ALASKA AIRLINES JULY 26 Quiet Skies is ...
Olde Burien Block Party will rock SW 152nd Street on Saturday, July 21, 2018
The annual Olde Burien Block party will rock SW 152nd Street on Saturday, July 21, 2018 in Olde Burien! The all-day event will be held on SW 152nd Street between Ambaum Blvd. and 10th Ave SW, from Noon to 11 p.m. The street will be closed for live music and beer gardens. Here's the music lineup: 3 – 5 p.m.: Urban Achievers (Led Zeppelin Tribute Band): [embed]https://youtu.be/hqVsvmF1Nog[/embed] [embed]https://youtu.be/V8EHmQAmro8[/embed] 6 – 8 p.m.: Not Dead Yet (Fun Dance Music): [embed]https://youtu.be/MOw0iMuteGU[/embed] 8:30 – Close: The Approximations (Classic Rock Dance Party Music): [embed]https://youtu.be/Nbs0-B2spM0[/embed] More info at www.DiscoverBurien.com.
Highline Bears use long ball to surge past Laces, 11-4
By Luke Olson Homeruns have been long overdue for the Highline Bears. In fact, they had not hit one at Mel Olsen stadium all season until Saturday night against the Laces Baseball Club. And they did it early with homers in the first and third innings to give the Bears an 11-4 victory. After Kealen Martin worked the count for the Lacers third registered walk that inning—with two outs—it sent catcher Cody Simmons to the plate with the bases loaded. Simmons launched one deep over the center field fence for a grand slam in the bottom of the first—his first homerun of the ...
SAVE THE DATE: ‘Arts-A-Glow’ will light up Dottie Harper Park Sat., Sept. 8!
SAVE THE DATE: 'Arts-A-Glow' – Burien's fabulous Lantern Festival and Procession – will light up Dottie Harper Park on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. This magical evening in the forest will run from 5 – 10 p.m., and will include lantern art and performers, face painting, lantern making, food vendors, tea and treats. Community Procession at Dusk! Bring your lanterns and friends, costumes always encouraged. Bring shakers and bells to play as you walk to make beautiful music. Dotie Harper Park is located at 421 SW 146th Street:
Quiet Skies plans to increase pressure on Alaska Airlines to slow aircraft noise
Burien's Quiet Skies Coalition on Friday (July 13) announced that – as the city approaches the two-year anniversary of the FAA's decision to turn airplanes over Burien – it will be putting more pressure on Alaska Airlines, the Port of Seattle, King County and State officials, as well as the FAA, in an attempt to slow down increased air traffic. The group will be holding at least three events: Larry Cripe, President of Quiet Skies, will be holding a press conference on Monday, July 16 at Burien City Hall, "to call attention to the continuing safety and health issues associated with Sea-Tac ...
PHOTOS: Disaster drill held at Boeing Field Thursday
Story & Photos by Elston Hill EDITOR'S NOTE: On Thursday, July 12, Boeing Field hosted an exercise in which the airport served as the main transport center for people “injured” in a fictional natural disaster. The exercise is needed to maintain the airport’s status as part of the federal government’s National Disaster Medical System. Drill participants were flown in to the northwest from outside the region and transported to local hospitals and medical facilities. This was my first visit to Boeing Field. What a contrast to Sea-Tac. It is a beautiful, small historic terminal and not crowded in the least with no ...
VIDEO: ‘The Briefing #9’ Port of Seattle public comment episode released
'The Briefing Episode #9: By the Numbers' – Steve Edmiston's ongoing attempt to "take on the Port of Seattle, one public comment at a time" – has been released: [embed]https://youtu.be/8TlELQY7_dQ[/embed] This is the beginning of Act II, recorded at the Port of Seattle Commission meeting on Tuesday, July 10, 2018, where Edmiston launches into the briefing he believes the Port asked for (from the FAA and its own staff) in 2017, but did not receive. Edmiston starts with “the numbers” that he says are (i) the most important for airport neighbor cities, (ii) extremely hard to find in comparison with the Port's glowing ...
48 Hour Film Project kicks-off at Burien’s Zoo Break Stage this Friday
The 48 Hour Film Project comes back to Seattle for a 14th year this Friday, July 13, with a kick-off event being held at Burien's Zoo Break Stage. The kickoff event will be held at Zoo Break Stage – located at the old Staples location – between 5 – 7:30 p.m. this Friday. Currently, over 70 teams are registered, which means that over 1,000 people will be involved in making dozens of short films this weekend in the Seattle area. Outside of SIFF, the Seattle 48HFP is the largest filmmaking event in Washington and even the largest filmmaking event north of Los Angeles ...
Airport noise persists; survey shows concerns about safety, homelessness
By Jack Mayne The City of Burien says it will continue fighting against even more airport noise which is driving residents and the Quiet Skies Coalition to push harder and retain legal pressure on Seattle-Tacoma... [Read more]
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FREE All-Day Music & Community Festival will be in Des Moines Sat., Aug. 11
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LETTER: To city, regarding FAA: ‘Are we prepared? Have we done all that we can?’
[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor written by Walt Bala, a Burien resident and a retired airline pilot and also former inspector for the Federal Aviation Administration:] LAST... [Read more]
Community hero Dan ‘The Sausageman’ House receives $20,000 grant
He might be Washington State’s 2018 Small Business Owner of the Year, but locally he’s known simply as Dan “The Sausageman,” after his eponymous business that has been a fixture of the Burien,... [Read more]
VIDEO: Larry Cripe of Quiet Skies Coalition holds press conference Monday
Larry Cripe, President of Burien’s Quiet Skies Coalition, held a press conference outside Burien City Hall on Monday, July 16, outlining his group’s complaints and action plan having to do... [Read more]
JOBS: Mia Bella Salon offers Chair Leases for Licensed Cosmetologists
Serving Normandy Park for more than a decade, Mia Bella Salon remains a successful enterprise with loyal clientele. Owner Laura Joseph is currently looking for licensed Cosmetologists to round out the... [Read more]
Olde Burien Block Party will rock SW 152nd Street on Saturday, July 21, 2018
The annual Olde Burien Block party will rock SW 152nd Street on Saturday, July 21, 2018 in Olde Burien! The all-day event will be held on SW 152nd Street between Ambaum Blvd. and 10th Ave SW, from Noon... [Read more]
Highline Bears use long ball to surge past Laces, 11-4
By Luke Olson Homeruns have been long overdue for the Highline Bears. In fact, they had not hit one at Mel Olsen stadium all season until Saturday night against the Laces Baseball Club. And they did it... [Read more]
SAVE THE DATE: ‘Arts-A-Glow’ will light up Dottie Harper Park Sat., Sept. 8!
SAVE THE DATE: ‘Arts-A-Glow’ – Burien’s fabulous Lantern Festival and Procession – will light up Dottie Harper Park on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. This magical evening in the forest... [Read more]
Volunteers needed for Work Parties at new Mary’s Place Burien facility
Mary’s Place is seeking Volunteers to help them prepare their new Burien home, a family shelter opening at the former Lakeside Milam Recovery Center site. Several Volunteer Work Parties are scheduled... [Read more]
Police oversight, community survey & more on agenda for Mon. council meeting
On the docket for Monday night’s regular Burien City Council meeting is reports from OLEO on police oversight, community survey results, an update on fireworks, a proposed memorial for late Mayor... [Read more]
Burien water fountain at Town Square Park closed due to vandalism
Photo courtesy Stephanie Mora. The city’s water/spray park – located at Burien Town Square – has been closed due to vandalism, the city reported on Friday, July 13. Temps for this weekend are... [Read more]
Quiet Skies plans to increase pressure on Alaska Airlines to slow aircraft noise
Burien’s Quiet Skies Coalition on Friday (July 13) announced that – as the city approaches the two-year anniversary of the FAA’s decision to turn airplanes over Burien – it will be putting... [Read more]
Normandy Park’s FREE ‘Music in the Park’ starts this Sunday at Marvista Park
Normandy Park’s FREE summer music concerts and Pre-funk Leisure Games start this Sunday, July 15 at the gazebo in Marvista Park. Pre-funk starts at 4:30 p.m., and concerts begin at 5 p.m. Bring... [Read more]
PHOTOS: Disaster drill held at Boeing Field Thursday
Story & Photos by Elston Hill EDITOR’S NOTE: On Thursday, July 12, Boeing Field hosted an exercise in which the airport served as the main transport center for people “injured” in a fictional... [Read more]
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Open Houses: Star Lake, SeaTac, Renton Highlands, Lakeridge, Gregory Heights
Real Estate Sponsor Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate will be holding six great Open Houses this weekend! The first is a home so nice you can vacation where you live! Waterfront living... [Read more]
VIDEO: ‘The Briefing #9’ Port of Seattle public comment episode released
‘The Briefing Episode #9: By the Numbers’ – Steve Edmiston’s ongoing attempt to “take on the Port of Seattle, one public comment at a time” – has been released: This... [Read more]
Longtime Seahurst resident Margaret M. Kennedy has passed; memorial is Aug. 4
Longtime Seahurst resident Margaret M. Kennedy passed away on July 7 at 97 years of age. She taught at Highline College and was much loved by family, friends and students. A remembrance celebration... [Read more]
Tree owners in South King County invited to share fruit for ‘Harvest for All’
Non-profit City Fruit is seeking tree owners in South King County to join its growing fruit sharing community as the organization prepares for its first major Harvest outside Seattle. Earlier this year... [Read more]
48 Hour Film Project kicks-off at Burien’s Zoo Break Stage this Friday
The 48 Hour Film Project comes back to Seattle for a 14th year this Friday, July 13, with a kick-off event being held at Burien’s Zoo Break Stage. The kickoff event will be held at Zoo Break Stage... [Read more]
Donors needed for Blood Drive at Burien City Hall on Thursday, July 19
Donors are needed for a Blood Drive that will be held at Burien City Hall on Thursday, July 19: To learn more about donating platelets, click here. During summer, the community’s blood supply drops... [Read more]
Volunteers needed for Miller Creek Trail Work Party on Saturday, July 21
Volunteers are needed for a Miller Creek Trail Work Party on Saturday, July 21. The Miller Creek Trail in Burien provides important recreational opportunity and valuable fish and wildlife habitat. “Join... [Read more]
Highline Public Schools high schools will start later beginning this fall
High school students at Highline Public Schools will be able to sleep in a bit later starting this fall, when classes are scheduled to start later. This change will also impact start times of middle and... [Read more]
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