Highline Bears hold off Borders 9th-inning rally to cap second win of season
By Luke Olson Eager to stay in after mowing down back-to-back batters in the top of the sixth, Cameron Jenkins would be pulled and walked off the mound being greeted with well-deserved hugs and fist bumps from teammates and coaches. Head coach Josh Evans decided that his night was done and gave the Bears what they needed to get their second win of the season over the Beyond Baseball Borders, 6-3. Prior to the sixth, Evans notified Jenkins that he would take him out after the first two batters he faced with his pitch count rising. Jenkins decided to make the most of ...
REVIEW: Here // Hear is a dance experience that doesn’t disappoint
By Shelli Park My first love has always been dance, and though I haven’t actively practiced in a long while, I have been a dancer since I was three years old. Though I’m not dancing now, I’m always ready to experience good dance, but it seems hard to find performances which pull me into the moment and keep me there. On hearing that Burien Actors Theatre was presenting a dance performance during the Summer season I was both intrigued and skeptical. Very few outstanding modern dance performances ever show themselves here in Burien. I, however, am one to think positively and keep ...
Former UW pitcher for Seattle Studs shuts down Highline Bears 11-0 Thursday
By Luke Olson All the Highline Bears players and coaches knew what was to come on Thursday night against the Seattle Studs. Geoff Brown was on the mound for Seattle. A former Jackson High School standout, who was drafted in the 27th round by the Kansas City Royals – but opted to play division I baseball for the University of Washington. After his collegiate career came to an end, he had a few stints in the minors with the Los Angeles Dodgers organization. Most likely the toughest pitcher the Bears will see all season, he made his presence known as the Studs ...
VIDEO: Watch Public Comments from Port of Seattle’s SAMP meeting in Burien
On May 30, 2018, the Port of Seattle gave a presentation on its Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) to nearly 150 residents at the Burien Community Center. This was the Port's first open house – of three total – for its 2018 SAMP. The public meeting consisted of six stations where attendees could learn more about different aspects of the SAMP process and speak with Port staff and representatives from the Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC), Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The meeting was held from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. and 147 people signed in, according ...
Nearly 5,000 attend 2nd annual Burien Pride Festival at Town Square Park
Photos courtesy Steph Brusig The second annual Burien Pride festival, sponsored by Blissful Knead and Kaiser Permanente (as well as The B-Town Blog), saw approximately 5,000 attendees – an increase over the 2017 event of nearly 67 percent – in a span of 10 hours on Saturday, June 2, 2018. The free family-friendly event was held in Burien Town Square Park, and included a 21+ beer garden sponsored by Elliott Bay Brewhouse, a play area with inflatables, two performance stages, and close to 100 vendors and community partners. The night was capped with performances by The Aqua-Nets and a two-hour drag show featuring ...
Car Show, Soap Box Derby & Chili Cook-Off winners from Strawberry Days
Discover Burien's 2018 Strawberry Days last weekend was a huge hit, with sunny skies, warm weather and lots of fun for all. In addition to the usual music, performers, food booths, Car Show, Chili Cook-Off and more, this year included a couple of new events – a Cornhole Tournament for Relay for Life, and a Soap Box Derby race. Discover Burien released the list of winners to The B-Town Blog: [caption id="attachment_128483" align="aligncenter" width="490"] 'Kermit' (on the right) is a green, 1951 Dodge Pickup that won best 'Stock Truck' for Fred Feiertag of Burien.[/caption] FATHER'S DAY CAR SHOW: Stock to 1956 - DARYL PRINDLE ...
Motorcycle vs vehicle crash critically injures 48-year old male rider Tuesday
A motorcycle vs vehicle accident Tuesday (June 19) in the 13200 block of 12th Ave S. in Burien sent the 48-year old male cycle driver to Harborview with critical injuries. King County MARR Detectives are investigating the accident, which occurred around 5 p.m. Motorcycle vs vehicle accident 13200 BLK 12 AVE S. Rider, 48 year old male critically injured being transported to Harborview. King County MARR Detectives in route to investigate.— KingcosoPIO (@kingcosoPIO) June 20, 2018 pic.twitter.com/1QydQZhNng— KingcosoPIO (@kingcosoPIO) June 20, 2018 On scene of an injury accident involving a motorcycle. 13200 blk of 12 Ave south.— Burien Police (@BurienPD) June 20, ...
Council discusses potential rental rights legislation, ponders rights ordinance
By Jack Mayne Returning to earlier discussions of ways to prevent landlords indiscrimately evicting low income tenants and failing to provide needed repairs in a timely fashion was the major issue at the Monday (June 18) Burien City Council meeting. Council also considered the possibility of a “Just Cause Eviction Ordinance” to keep landlords from arbitrarily forcing people out of rental properties, something Mayor Jimmy Matta and others discussed during the recent election and a few times at Council sessions. Marx proposed ‘just cause’ Councilmember Krystal Marx said she would like to see Burien look into ways “we can have our own just cause ...
Rotary Club of Burien/White Center awards Scholarships to local students
The Rotary Club of Burien/White Center recently awarded $12,050 to several local students with scholarships to further their education. After initial written applications, students were interviewed by committee members David Hawthorne, Chairman, Gary Sandwick, Helen Clement, Kathy Reed, and Rich Nomura. Here are the recipients of the 2018 scholarships: Walter O. Carsten Memorial Scholarship - Luis Ilampa, Evergreen HS: Dick Dahlgard Memorial Scholarship - Jennifer Rios Blas, Highline HS: Dr. Frank Tanaka Memorial Scholarship - Erika Cubias-Fuentes, Puget Sound Skills Center: Art Wolfe Honorary Scholarship - Jasmine Fisher, Evergreen HS, Christine Nguyen, Highline HS, and Adam Aley, Kennedy Catholic HS: Rotary Scholarships - Tamaia Wiggs, Kennedy ...
B-Town’s Dog Blogger Marley A. Mutt: It’s Gettin’ Hot in Here
By Marley A. Mutt It is gettin' hot in here! I’m a dog, so I’m not going to talk about climate change and how the earth is getting warmer and warmer primarily due to impacts our human friends are making. I’m just here to say: it’s hot, please don’t leave us in the frickin’ car. When temperatures outside start to reach 80 degrees and more, like they did over the weekend and will today and later this week, the temperature inside a car parked in the sun can climb to over 130 degrees in a matter of minutes. You might think: “Oh, I’m going ...
Highline Bears hold off Borders 9th-inning rally to cap second win of season
By Luke Olson Eager to stay in after mowing down back-to-back batters in the top of the sixth, Cameron Jenkins would be pulled and walked off the mound being greeted with well-deserved hugs and fist... [Read more]
REVIEW: Here // Hear is a dance experience that doesn’t disappoint
By Shelli Park My first love has always been dance, and though I haven’t actively practiced in a long while, I have been a dancer since I was three years old. Though I’m not dancing now, I’m always... [Read more]
Former UW pitcher for Seattle Studs shuts down Highline Bears 11-0 Thursday
By Luke Olson All the Highline Bears players and coaches knew what was to come on Thursday night against the Seattle Studs. Geoff Brown was on the mound for Seattle. A former Jackson High School standout,... [Read more]
Meet & Greet Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon at Seattle Southside Chamber Mixer June 27
The Seattle Southside Chamber will be holding a special opportunity for the community to meet and greet with Representative Joe Fitzgibbon at their June After Hours Mixer, on Wednesday, June 27 at El Dorado... [Read more]
Bike SaFaRi (Safe Family Ride) & Great Day of Play will be Saturday, June 30
From our friends at WABI Burien: Roll into summer by exploring Burien biking opportunities with a guided group Bike SaFaRi (Safe Family Ride) on Saturday, June 30. Joining Burien Parks’ Great Day... [Read more]
Officer-involved shooting in Normandy Park sends 1 to hospital early Friday
From our sister site The Normandy Park Blog: An officer-involved shooting in Normandy Park sent one to the hospital early Friday morning, June 22. The incident happened just before 5 a.m. Friday, when... [Read more]
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Open Houses: Gregory Heights, Des Moines, SeaTac, Browns Point, West Seattle
Real Estate Sponsor Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate will be holding five great Open Houses this weekend! The first is a rare new construction in Gregory Heights: Beautiful views... [Read more]
Next Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table will be Wednesday, June 27
The third Sea-Tac Stakeholder Advisory Round Table (StART) meeting is scheduled for 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 27. The meeting will be held at the Conference Center at Sea-Tac Airport (directions). Based... [Read more]
REMINDER: Unique dance performance HERE // HEAR at BAT this weekend
Dancers in rehearsal for unique new dance performance HERE // HEAR by choreographer Kris Wheeler and singer Ivory Smith, presented by Burien Actors Theatre from June 22 to 24. Photos courtesy Kris Wheeler. REMINDER:... [Read more]
SAVE THE DATES: White Center Jubilee Days 2018 will be July 18 – 22
WHITE CENTER JUBILEE DAYS 2018 SW 16th & 17th Streets @ SW Roxbury St, White Center, WA White Center Jubilee Days, Match + Gasoline, and Monumental Undertaking present WHITE CENTER JUBILEE DAYS 2018: Carnival... [Read more]
VIDEO: Watch Public Comments from Port of Seattle’s SAMP meeting in Burien
On May 30, 2018, the Port of Seattle gave a presentation on its Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) to nearly 150 residents at the Burien Community Center. This was the Port’s first open house... [Read more]
SeaTac motel murder suspect arrested, now in-custody in Ohio
On Wednesday (June 20), a 26-year old suspect was arrested in Dayton, Ohio, in connection with the recent murder of a motel clerk in SeaTac. Police allege that the suspect robbed and killed the clerk at... [Read more]
School is out, which means that FREE Summer Meals are in
United Way of King County and partners are back again this Summer with the free Summer Meals program. Here are the details: United Way’s mission is to help families become financially stable and... [Read more]
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June Wine Tasting is this Thursday at Tin Room Bar & Theater
June Wine Tasting! This Thursday, June 21 / 5– 7 p.m. Come Celebrate Summer with Us 🍷 Featured Wines: MICHELLE Brut WA Delicate aromas of green apple, bright citrus notes with a persistent bubble... [Read more]
Nearly 5,000 attend 2nd annual Burien Pride Festival at Town Square Park
Photos courtesy Steph Brusig The second annual Burien Pride festival, sponsored by Blissful Knead and Kaiser Permanente (as well as The B-Town Blog), saw approximately 5,000 attendees – an increase... [Read more]
Rep. Adam Smith introduces legislation to support airport impacted communities
On Wednesday, June 20, Congressman Adam Smith introduced the ‘Aviation Impacted Communities Act,’ which – if passed – will help communities located near airports. As airline travel has... [Read more]
REMINDER: Donors needed for Blood Drive at Community Center this Thursday
REMINDER: Donors are needed for a Blood Drive at the Burien Community Center this Thursday, June 21. The drive will run from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., then from 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. 45 minutes of your time... [Read more]
Car Show, Soap Box Derby & Chili Cook-Off winners from Strawberry Days
Discover Burien’s 2018 Strawberry Days last weekend was a huge hit, with sunny skies, warm weather and lots of fun for all. In addition to the usual music, performers, food booths, Car Show, Chili... [Read more]
Highline Amateur Radio Club’s Field Day Event is this weekend at Marvista Park
The Highline Amateur Radio Club HARC is holding its annual ARRL sponsored Field Day in Marvista Park this Saturday, June 23, and Sunday, June 24. This is a FREE Event – learn how to “Get On The... [Read more]
Motorcycle vs vehicle crash critically injures 48-year old male rider Tuesday
A motorcycle vs vehicle accident Tuesday (June 19) in the 13200 block of 12th Ave S. in Burien sent the 48-year old male cycle driver to Harborview with critical injuries. King County MARR Detectives are... [Read more]
Council discusses potential rental rights legislation, ponders rights ordinance
By Jack Mayne Returning to earlier discussions of ways to prevent landlords indiscrimately evicting low income tenants and failing to provide needed repairs in a timely fashion was the major issue at... [Read more]
Beverly Park Baptist Church holding Block Party on the 4th of July
Everyone is invited to: 4th of July Block Party July 4th from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. At Beverly Park Baptist Church 11659 1st Ave S Burien WA 98168 “This is a potluck barbecue celebration open to anyone... [Read more]
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Six decades in Burien have seen many changes, but there are some things that remain the same when it comes to our own homegrown Italian restaurant success story – Angelo’s Restaurant! Family,... [Read more]
Rotary Club of Burien/White Center awards Scholarships to local students
The Rotary Club of Burien/White Center recently awarded $12,050 to several local students with scholarships to further their education. After initial written applications, students were interviewed by... [Read more]
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