Suz Muse: It’s fun to feel part of a community, and I feel so lucky…

By Suzanne Greive When I grew up my Dad was in the Navy and the Air Force. We moved a lot and lived on military bases wherever we were stationed. They all looked pretty much the same. It was a different life than living a civilian life. I used to watch TV shows and they would have depictions of small towns where seasonal events bring out the best in people, hundreds of kids trick or treat, and families walk hand in hand down Main Street; and I would think to myself, “that can’t be real, that’s just a Hollywood version of what a ...

UPDATE: Police seeking public’s help locating ‘armed & dangerous’ suspect

UPDATE Dec. 9, 2018: King County Sheriff's Office Major Crimes Unit has identified the suspect in the Nov. 19 homicide in the 10000 block of 1st Ave SW as 24-year old Mical D. Roberts: Roberts is described as 6’5, 250 pounds, He is considered *Armed and Dangerous.* Detectives have probable cause to arrest Roberts for Murder. If you know the whereabouts of Roberts, call 911, do not attempt to contact him. You can also leave an anonymous tip with Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or through the free P3 tips app. Crimestoppers offers a $1000.00 reward for the tip that leads to ...

Burien lists airplane noise woes it wants federal appeals court to curtail or end

By Jack Mayne Because of loud noise from low flying prop-jet aircraft permitted by the Federal Aviation Administration, the city of Burien has laid out the specifics it wants the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco to rule on during court actions in 2019 (download PDF here). Burien City attorney Lisa Marshall authored the city’s request for changes that it hopes will end the constant turning of noisy prop-jet planes over the residential areas of western Burien. The city and the citizen’s group Quiet Skies Coalition has an ongoing appeal of FAA actions to permit and, at times, require smaller prop-jet ...

Highline Schools Foundation has given over $10 Million to School District

Wednesday night (Dec. 5) at the Highline Public Schools Board Meeting, the Highline Schools Foundation announced that they have now provided over $10 million in support to Highline Public Schools. The announcement was made by Foundation President Travis Exstrom and Executive Director Anne Baunach. “The Foundation began as an all-volunteer group in 1999 wanting to make a difference for the students in Highline Public Schools,” Travis Exstrom said. “Since that time, we have expanded our work to help remove barriers that impede student success. Our goal is to help ensure that students have the resources they need to graduate prepared for the ...

After 16 years, Para Los Niños Executive Director Lupita Torrez is stepping down

Para Los Niños Executive Director Lupita Torrez announced Thursday (Dec. 6) that she is stepping down from the Burien non-profit. Torrez has led the organization since 2002. "I am very thankful for all the opportunities that Para Los Niños offered me during these 16 years, and I am humble to call this organization home and the people that I have worked with during these years my family," she said. "I want to honor the time and the passion that many past and current staff, board members and community members have invested in making the strong organization that exists now. I would like ...

VIDEO: Poet-in-Residence Raúl Sánchez reads his original poem to City Council

Burien's Poet-in-Residence Raúl Sánchez read 'Bountiful Burien,' his new, original poem about Burien to the City Council at Monday night's regular meeting. Managed by former Burien Arts Association Executive Director Erin Williamson, this effort was part of the city's 25th anniversary celebration. Raúl received $1,300 plus meals and lodging from an Arts Commission grant, and also hosted a reading and poetry workshop for residents. His collection of poetry "All Our Brown-Skinned Angels" was nominated for the Washington State Book Award in Poetry. Raúl is a Washington State Associations of Poets board member, a Jack Straw Fellow, judge for the Poetry on Buses, and ...

PHOTOS: Sunrise at Three Tree Point

Courtesy Elston Hill comes these awesome photos, taken at sunrise on Wednesday, Dec. 5 at Three Tree Point (click images to view larger photos/slideshow):

Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce: Education IS Economic Development

Education IS Economic Development By Andrea H. Reay CEO/President Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce When I first started working in and with community organizations focused on economic development most of my colleagues and partners did not understand the link between education and economic development. There might have been a cursory awareness that most people realized that the more education a student received the higher their life time earning potential would be. But there was still a separation between who should be involved and dedicated to education and workforce initiatives and why. I’m happy to say that times have changed. Today, most businesses recognize just ...

VIDEO/PHOTO: Did you see/hear the thunderstorm on Tuesday night?

Courtesy Normandy Park resident Michael Snyder: Thunderstorm on Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018 Quite the storm last night (Tuesday, Nov. 27), knocking power out to over 10,000 people in the immediate area. ***If anyone has any lightning strike, water runoff, wind damage*** from Tuesday night I would love to come document it (please DM @guyinjeep16). I'm very curious as to where this lightning hit exactly in the picture shown. I made a crude image estimate of where it would have struck. There was also a low-topped supercell thunderstorm that moved over Vashon island, across the sound and just south of Marine View Park. I'm very ...

FREE Moonlight Beach Walks will be at Seahurst Beach on Dec. 7, Jan. 4 & Jan. 18

[caption id="attachment_134683" align="aligncenter" width="490"] Photo by Elston Hill.[/caption] Explore the beach with Environmental Science Center Naturalists at low tide at night, and enjoy fun activities and warm refreshments during three upcoming FREE Moonlight Beach Walks: Friday, Dec. 7: 8 – 10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 4: 7 – 9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 18: 6 – 8 p.m. Meet near the restrooms at Seahurst Park for this fun night. Please bring a flashlight, rubber boots and warm clothes. Species ID sheets will be provided, along with stewardship tips on how to keep the animals and everyone safe during an evening of gentle exploration. These events are sponsored ...

City of Burien seeking nominations for ‘Citizen of the Year’; deadline is Feb. 15

The City of Burien is now accepting Nominations for its 2019 ‘Citizen of the Year’ award, with a deadline to submit of Feb. 15, 2019. “Do you know someone who has improved the quality... [Read more]

Fundraiser created to honor legacy of SeaTac Councilmember Amina Ahmed

An online fundraiser has been created by the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce to honor the legacy of SeaTac City Councilmember Amina Ahmed, who tragically passed away as the result of injuries suffered... [Read more]

LETTER: ‘Councilmembers have obligation’ to deny Mary’s Place amendment

[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written by a Reader. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The B-Town Blog nor its staff:] To The B-Town (Burien) Blog Editor, City... [Read more]

Suz Muse: It’s fun to feel part of a community, and I feel so lucky…

By Suzanne Greive When I grew up my Dad was in the Navy and the Air Force. We moved a lot and lived on military bases wherever we were stationed. They all looked pretty much the same. It was a different... [Read more]

Seattle Southside Chamber celebrates 30 years, raises $13,000+ for foundation

On Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, 120 friends and supporters of the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce gathered to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the organization at the Seattle Airport Marriott in SeaTac. Here’s... [Read more]

UPDATE: Police seeking public’s help locating ‘armed & dangerous’ suspect

UPDATE Dec. 9, 2018: King County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit has identified the suspect in the Nov. 19 homicide in the 10000 block of 1st Ave SW as 24-year old Mical D. Roberts: Roberts... [Read more]

LETTER: ‘Mary’s Place – why the City Council needs to approve this project!’

[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written by a Reader. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The B-Town Blog nor its staff:] Honorable CC Tosta, CC Olguin and Mayor... [Read more]

SeaTac Councilmember Amina Ahmed killed in collision on S. 188th Saturday

From our sister site The SeaTac Blog: The City of SeaTac is mourning the loss of newly appointed City Councilmember Amina Ahmed, who passed away as the result of injuries suffered during a fatal auto... [Read more]

Enjoy a Potluck & A Night of Carols at St. Francis of Assisi on Tuesday, Dec. 11

All are very happily invited to join the St. Francis of Assisi Parish/School community for a potluck dinner and A Night of Carols on Tuesday, Dec. 11, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. “Come celebrate the season... [Read more]

Boulevard Park Place Active Retirement Living Open House will be Saturday

Boulevard Park Place Active Retirement Living will be holding an Open House on Saturday, Dec. 8, from 3 – 6 p.m.: Photos with Santa at 3 p.m. Tour their Christmas forest Christmas goodies & Eggnog... [Read more]

Highline Public Schools reveals new school boundaries & online tool

Highline Public Schools has changed school boundaries and feeder patterns for fall 2019, and citizens can use an online tool to look up fall 2019 neighborhood schools. A letter was mailed last week to... [Read more]

Burien lists airplane noise woes it wants federal appeals court to curtail or end

By Jack Mayne Because of loud noise from low flying prop-jet aircraft permitted by the Federal Aviation Administration, the city of Burien has laid out the specifics it wants the 9th Circuit Court of... [Read more]

Navos Holiday Giving Program seeking donations for clients this holiday season

Local non-profit Navos is seeking donations for its clients during its Holiday Giving Program: Make the holidays brighter for some of the most vulnerable children, youth, and adults in our community with... [Read more]

Port of Seattle awards grants to six environmental projects in airport region

The Port of Seattle this week announced that it has awarded grants to six environmental projects in our near-airport region. Recipients include Burien’s Environmental Science Center and New Start... [Read more]

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Realty Open Houses: Top Hat, New Tukwila, Normandy Park, Burien & more

Real Estate Sponsor Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate will be holding nine great Open Houses this weekend! The first Open House is a modern design with two kitchens: Newer construction... [Read more]

Highline Schools Foundation has given over $10 Million to School District

Wednesday night (Dec. 5) at the Highline Public Schools Board Meeting, the Highline Schools Foundation announced that they have now provided over $10 million in support to Highline Public Schools. The... [Read more]

After 16 years, Para Los Niños Executive Director Lupita Torrez is stepping down

Para Los Niños Executive Director Lupita Torrez announced Thursday (Dec. 6) that she is stepping down from the Burien non-profit. Torrez has led the organization since 2002. “I am very thankful... [Read more]

UPDATE: Advertiser El Dorado West Holiday Open House is Thurs., Dec. 13

UPDATE: Advertiser El Dorado West will be holding a Holiday Open House on Thursday, Dec. 13 (NOT Monday, Dec. 10), from 6 – 7 p.m. Enjoy holiday desserts and beverages with friends and family to the... [Read more]

Highline Public Schools releases its 2017-18 Annual Report

Highline Public Schools on Wednesday (Dec. 5) released its 2017-18 Annual Report, which can be accessed in an interactive format below: View the Annual Report on a desktop View the Annual Report on mobile “We... [Read more]