The Greater Seattle Coronavirus Assessment Network (SCAN) provides free at-home testing for COVID-19 in King County, and it’s an easy process you can do yourself in the comfort and privacy […]
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Multi-Service Center offering COVID-19/Coronavirus Impact Rent Assistance
The Multi-Service Center currently has limited funding to support households directly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic with rent assistance, including in Burien. To qualify, you must meet the following requirements: […]
Burien restaurant Marlaina’s Mediterranean Kitchen installs coronavirus-killing technology
By John White By now we all know that when humans breathe, speak or sing, we exhale a plume of very tiny aerosol particles. That means if you are infected with […]
Reopening businesses, coronavirus relief, delivery fees & more on agenda for Monday’s Burien Council
On the agenda for Monday night’s (June 1, 2020) regular Burien City Council meeting: status of reopening businesses, an update on the local coronavirus relief fund, delivery fees for restaurants, […]
DAYNA’S DOSE: COVID-19 (aka Coronavirus) – Pursuit of happiness and the Declaration of Independence
Challenging times cause us to reflect on what’s most important, what we truly value. The rules for our lives are changing daily. For some, our day starts with checking the news…
Thomas Jefferson contributed “pursuit of happiness” to the Declaration of Independence based on his political and spiritual beliefs. Beliefs which define happiness not as a momentary feeling of pleasure, but as an unchallengeable right to thrive, prosper and fulfill our potential—as a way of being—that we get to choose as long as it doesn’t encroach on the rights of others.
Public Health introduces ‘SCAN’ – the Seattle Coronavirus Assessment Network
Courtesy Public Health – Seattle & King County: Washington state reported its first case of COVID-19 on January 21st. Since then, government officials and public health experts have been asking: […]
Council urged to ‘stick together’ to overcome coronavirus; eviction moratorium approved
By Jack Mayne With the outbreak of the COVID-19 coronavirus, City Manager Brian Wilson told the Burien City Council on Monday night (Mar. 16) about the city’s efforts to protect […]
Port of Seattle shares impacts of COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak on Sea-Tac Airport
On Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2020, Port of Seattle Commission President Peter Steinbrueck, Executive Director Steve Metruck, and Airport Managing Director Lance Lyttle discussed how Sea-Tac Airport is continuing its mission […]
Coronavirus testing tents removed from CVS Pharmacy parking lot in Burien
Just one day after they were installed, tents intended to be used for a drive-through coronavirus testing facility were abruptly removed from the parking lot of the CVS Pharmacy located […]
DAYNA’S DOSE: COVID-19 (aka Coronavirus): How to not only cope but thrive in a climate of panic
I admit that prior to being asked to write this article on the Coronavirus, I was a member of the “Oh, come on—it’s just the flu” bandwagon. And while I’m still not worried that I personally could die from the virus (I’m not in the high-risk group), I now understand why those who are responsible for the lives of all citizens are concerned. It’s a pandemic and needs to be taken seriously. The good news is that with a little effort COVID-19 is completely preventable.
UPDATE: Coronavirus testing tents removed from CVS Pharmacy in Burien
UPDATE: On Tuesday, March 17, 2020, the tents being set up for a drive-through coronavirus testing facility were abruptly removed – read more here. PREVIOUSLY: Courtesy Sarah Toce comes word […]
Burien Actors Theatre cancels remainder of ‘The Rocky Horror Show’ due to coronavirus outbreak
On Sunday, March 15, 2020, the CDC and other health officials recommended that groups of 50 or more do not gather, and a government expert said a 14-day national shutdown […]
UPDATE: More details released on closings, state & local response to coronavirus outbreak
Gov. Jay Inslee and King County Executive Dow Constantine held a press conference in Seattle on Monday, Mar. 16, 2020 to discuss the expanding state and local response to the […]
Burien Mayor Jimmy Matta releases statement on local effects of COVID-19 coronavirus
On Sunday, Mar. 15, 2020, Burien Mayor Jimmy Matta released a statement about the local effects the COVID-19 coronavirus is having on our community. “Right now more than ever it is […]
King County Library System closing all branches in response to coronavirus pandemic
Effective as of 6 p.m. today – Friday, March 13, 2020 – the King County Library System (KCLS) will close all library locations to the public, including the Burien Library. […]
Gov. Inslee bans events of over 250 people in 3 counties to protect from coronavirus outbreak
On Wednesday morning, March 11, 2020, Gov. Jay Inslee announced new community strategies and social distancing plans in order to contain the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak. Starting today, events of more […]
King County seeks to boost Volunteer opportunities for people to aid during coronavirus response
King County Council Vice Chair Reagan Dunn on Tuesday, March 10, 2020, proposed a program that would tap into the volunteer spirit of the general public to better assist the […]
City of Burien declares ‘State of Emergency’ due to COVID-19 coronavirus
City Manager Brian J. Wilson on Monday, March 9, 2020 declared a ‘State of Emergency’ for the city of Burien due to public health impacts of the COVID-19 (novel coronavirus). […]
City of Tukwila issues formal declaration of emergency due to coronavirus
On Monday, Mar. 9, 2020, the City of Tukwila issued a formal declaration of emergency due to the coronavirus outbreak. “The health, safety and welfare of Tukwila residents, businesses, visitors […]
Gov. Inslee releases special message to businesses & workers regarding coronavirus
On Friday, March 6, 2020, Gov. Jay Inslee released the following special message to Washington state businesses and workers regarding the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak: As governor, the safety and well-being of […]
City of Burien releases update on fighting coronavirus, cancellations & changes
On Friday, March 6, 2020, the City of Burien released an update on how it’s dealing with the growing coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, which has killed 12 in the county and […]
CHI Franciscan/Highline Medical Center offering free 24/7 virtual screenings for coronavirus
CHI Franciscan – which operates Burien’s Highline Medical Center – will be offering free 24/7 virtual health consultations with a certified healthcare provider “to all individuals who may be experiencing […]
UPDATE: Hospitality House postponing Saturday’s ‘Spring Fling’ due to coronavirus concerns
Late Thursday night, Burien’s Hospitality House announced that – due to public health concerns – it will be postponing this Saturday’s (March 7) ‘Spring Fling’ fundraiser. “We love our community, […]
UPDATE: Highline Heritage Museum closed, events & programs canceled due to coronavirus concerns
From our friends at the Highline Heritage Museum: WE ARE CANCELING OUR IMMEDIATE EVENTS AND PROGRAMS. WE ARE CLOSING THE MUSEUM FOR A FEW DAYS. King County has recommended the […]
Burien Council gives city manager raise; told city ‘working feverishly’ to control coronavirus outbreak
By Jack Mayne Despite national concerns over the coronavirus outbreak that has killed people 10 in the Seattle area, the Burien City Council met on Monday (March 2) to discuss […]