Public Health – Seattle & King County this week announced that a new COVID-19 variant has been reported in Washington State: It is worrisome, but not surprising, to learn that […]
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DAYNA’S DOSE: COVID-19 – Hold tight, the end of the pandemic is in sight
By Dayna Mason In my article from March 17, 2020 at the beginning of the pandemic, I wrote that the top two causes of death in the United States in […]
OBITUARY: Alex Sasonoff of Three Tree Point passed away Nov. 17, 2020
Alex Sasonoff 90-years old Alex Sasonoff of the Three Tree Point area of Burien, Wa. passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020 following a short illness, (no indication of Coronavirus […]
First COVID-19 vaccines given to front line workers at Burien’s St. Anne Hospital
It was an historic day on Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020 at Burien’s St. Anne Hospital – they received the COVID-19 vaccine and have begun vaccinating a specified group of front […]
2017 Amtrak tragedy becomes call-to-action for Blood Donor Day this Sat., Dec. 18
The 2017 Amtrak 501 train derailment demonstrated that when it comes to emergency needs, the Pacific Northwest blood supply needs to be stocked and at the ready – community ready. […]
First batch of COVID-19 vaccines arrive in King County; state releases distribution plan
The first batch of COVID-19 vaccines have reportedly arrived in King County, and the State of Washington Department of Health on Monday, Dec. 14, 2020 released its COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution […]
Infected employee at Burien Fred Meyer concerned about recent COVID outbreak at store
By Scott Schaefer Sharelle Claiborne has been an essential worker in the Deli of the Burien Fred Meyer for the last two years, slicing meats and providing assorted food items […]
WABI Burien’s Socially Distanced Lake Burien Walk-n-Talk will be this Sunday, Dec. 6
From our friends at WABI Burien: It’s time for a walk! (Isn’t it always time for a walk?) Walking is fun. It gets you out of the house. You get […]
With new indoor dining restrictions in place, Marlaina’s Mediterranean Kitchen adapts
SPONSORED: Although you are unable to enjoy Marlaina’s signature healthy Mediterranean cuisine inside their dining room for at least the next four weeks, ever-resilient owners Musa and Jackie are open […]
Burien’s St. Anne Hospital say it’s ready for recent COVID-19 surge, shares survivor’s story
Burien’s St. Anne Hospital says it’s “prepared to meet the demands and challenges” caused by the recent COVID-19 surge, is well stocked with PPE and is implementing several clinical protocols […]
Burien leaders urge community to take precautions against COVID-19
City of Burien leaders are urging community members to follow public health guidance this fall and winter. South King County, which includes Burien, is already seeing growing numbers of people […]
Gov. Inslee issues Travel Advisory related to recent COVID-19 increases
On Friday, Nov. 13, 2020, Gov. Jay Inslee issued a Travel Advisory related to recent COVID-19 increases, recommending 14-day quarantines for interstate and international travel, and asks residents to stay close […]
Increase in COVID-19 activity ‘extremely concerning’ to health officials as holiday season nears
On Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) released the latest statewide situation report on COVID-19 activity, which shows disease transmission is happening at an accelerated […]
Brad Tilden retiring as CEO of Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines on Monday, Nov. 9, 2020 announced that Brad Tilden (right) will retire as chief executive officer on March 31, 2021, and Ben Minicucci (left), president of Alaska Airlines […]
REMINDER: Highline Heritage Museum will be reopening this Saturday, Nov. 7
REMINDER: The Highline Heritage Museum will be reopening this coming Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The museum has been closed since March, so this is exciting news. “This museum is from […]
Tips for a safe and fun Halloween from the WA State Department of Health
Photo of the Russell Piano Waterfall in Burien by Scott Schaefer Halloween will look and feel a little bit (okay, a LOT) different this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, […]
Enjoy Trunk or Treat, Drive-In Movie at Grace Church Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 31
All are invited to the 2020 Grace Church Fall Festival on Halloween Day – Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. Stop by the Drive Thru Trunk or Treat starting at 3 p.m. […]
Blood donors needed to keep blood supply stocked for local patients
Bloodworks Northwest officials report that blood supplies are not keeping pace with the needs of local hospitals, and they’re seeking Blood Donors. Hospital requests are 120% of normal the last […]
Welcome back! Highline Heritage Museum will be reopening on Saturday, Nov. 7
Welcome back – the Highline Heritage Museum will be reopening on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020! The museum has been closed since March, so this is kind of a big deal. […]
Low-income K-12 students in Highline Public Schools getting free internet
Comcast recently announced that it is partnering with the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) to launch a new program for schools throughout the state to connect large […]
City of Burien to get federal pandemic funds to aid local businesses; copper thief arrested at Annex
By Jack Mayne The City of Burien will be getting $780,000 from the state, with $380,000 earmarked for small Burien businesses as relief from the effects of COVID-19 pandemic. Burien […]
REMINDER: Donors needed for Pop-Up Blood Center this week at Normandy Park City Hall
REMINDER: Blood Donors are needed at the Pop-Up Blood Donor Center, coming to Normandy Park City Hall this week, on Tuesday, Oct. 6, Thursday, Oct. 8 8 & Saturday, Oct. […]
Bloodworks Northwest now testing all whole blood donations for COVID-19 antibodies
From our friends at Bloodworks Northwest: When you donate blood with Bloodworks Northwest, you will find out if you have COVID-19 antibodies that may help patients in Western Washington and […]
Donors needed for Pop-Up Blood Center on Oct. 6, 8 & 10 at Normandy Park City Hall
Blood Donors are needed at the Pop-Up Blood Donor Center, coming to Normandy Park City Hall on Oct. 6, 8 & 10, 2020: The City of Normandy Park will be […]
COVID-19 risk remains high in state despite decreasing activity; plus latest Burien rates
This week the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) released its latest statewide situation report, which shows an overall decline in COVID-19 cases in western Washington and a plateau in […]