The Burien area recently lost a dear, generous and funny friend recently with the passing of Scott Gifford on Monday, Oct. 30, 2023. Son of Patti Gifford, and sister of […]
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Memorial for Scott Gifford will be Sunday, Dec. 10 at The Cove
The Burien area recently lost a dear, generous and funny friend recently with the passing of Scott Gifford on Monday, Oct. 30, 2023. Son of Patti Gifford, and sister of […]
This Three Tree Point house may look happy, but some think it was haunted
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following story was originally published on The B-Town Blog on Halloween, 2009. We’re re-running it again because we think it’s a pretty spooky, fun local tale. We’re […]
Bench honoring Neighbors of Seahurst dedicated at Burien’s Environmental Science Center
On Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023, Melessa Rogers and fellow members of the Neighbors of Seahurst Park (NSP) gathered to dedicate a new bench at the waterfront park near the Environmental […]
Volunteers needed for final Miller-Walker work party of the 2023 season this Saturday, Oct. 21
All are invited to join the last Miller-Walker volunteer event of the 2023 season this Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. Help remove ivy and other invasive plants, and plant native plants […]
WEATHER: Air Quality Alert issued, but winds expected to clear smoke out on Monday
It’s become another smoky August, hasn’t it? The National Weather Service (NWS) and the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency issued an Air Quality Alert in effect until Noon on Monday, […]
VIDEOS: Here are the causes the Aug. 26 Poverty Bay Blues & Brews Festival fundraiser will benefit
On Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, the Rotary Club of Des Moines & Normandy Park will be presenting its 2023 Poverty Bay Blues & Brews Festival at Des Moines Beach Park. […]
Port of Seattle expresses ‘strong concerns’ to City of Burien’s consideration of its Lora Lake NERA property, which is not suitable for homeless site
The Port of Seattle on July 27, 2023 sent a letter to the City of Burien, expressing “strong concerns” about the city’s consideration of its Lora Lake property in the […]
After concerning number of drownings this spring, King County officials urge caution in water
After a concerning number of drownings and close calls this spring, King County officials are encouraging the public to be cautious during Independence Day week at rivers, lakes, and Puget […]
Highline Public Schools offering free Summer Meals for all children
No registration! No forms! Just free meals all summer long. Highline Public Schools is offering free summer meals to every Highline student and all kids and teens 18 years and […]
VIDEO: Seattle Southside Chamber’s Public Safety Summit focused on community, business safety & more
EDITOR’S NOTE: South King Media Founder/Publisher Scott Schaefer serves on the Board of Directors for the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce. On June 7, 2023, the Seattle Southside Chamber of […]
Some of the lowest tides of the year will be this week
Some of the lowest tides of the year – as low as -3.67 on Tuesday afternoon, June 6, 2023 – will be this week in the region. Levels in Puget […]
Join the ‘UFO Summer Saucer Search’ from June 14–18
Many have searched for the truth behind the infamous “Summer of the Saucers” in 1947, when Americans reported multiple sighting of flying discs. One prominent sighting – The Maury Island […]
WABI Weekday Walkers will walk Walker Preserve on Wednesday, May 17
From our friends at WABI Burien: Please plan to join the WABI Weekday Walkers for a scenic forest walk on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 9 a.m. in Walker Preserve, […]
Highline Schools Foundation awards $233,000 in scholarships to 34 recipients
Highline Schools Foundation this week awarded scholarships totaling $233,000 to 34 graduating seniors from across Highline Public Schools, including students from Evergreen High School, Highline Big Picture, Highline High School, […]
Volunteers needed to help restore Walker Preserve on Saturday, May 20
Volunteers are needed to join your Miller-Walker Basin Steward, City of Normandy Park staff, and local community on Saturday, May 20, 2023 to remove ivy and make your local trails […]
Festival party highlights local origins of Men in Black with annual ‘Warning to Humanity’
The second annual festival celebrating the anniversary of the world’s first encounter with the iconic Men in Black will kick off a full weekend of events with its signature “6/22” […]
Burien man one of six charged with dealing fentanyl by federal agents
A federal grand jury indicted six people – including a Burien man – in connection with a Whatcom County fentanyl distribution organization, U.S. Attorney Nick Brown announced this week. Robel […]
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Realty holding Open Houses in Arroyo Heights & West Seattle this weekend
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Realty will be holding Open Houses in Arroyo Heights and West Seattle this weekend. The first Open House is a one-owner, 1952 home in the Arroyos […]
Class action lawsuit filed against Port of Seattle, Alaska Air Group and Delta Airlines over toxic airport pollution
Residents of the city of SeaTac and surrounding areas this week filed a class action lawsuit against the Port of Seattle, Alaska Air Group Inc. and Delta Air Lines Inc., […]
Celebrate Earth Day by helping trees grow at Miller Creek Trail on Saturday, April 22
All are invited to join your Miller-Walker Basin Steward, City of Burien staff, and local community on Saturday, April 22, 2023 to weed and mulch around young trees and plants […]
Walk n’Talk the ‘Indian Trail’ this Sunday, April 2
From our friends at WABI Burien: One of Burien’s outdoor gems is the “Indian Trail,” and WABI Burien is inviting all to enjoy it with a Walk n’Talk this Sunday, […]
Citizens meet to discuss Port of Seattle’s refusal to disclose redacted public health information
From our sister site The Waterland Blog: A standing-room crowd gathered last Wednesday, Mar. 22, 2023 at the Quarterdeck in Des Moines to discuss the public health impacts from Sea-Tac […]
Volunteers needed to help restore Walker Preserve this Saturday, Mar. 18
Volunteers are needed to join Miller-Walker Basin Steward, City of Normandy Park staff, and other locals this Saturday, Mar. 18, 2023 to remove ivy and make our local trails and […]