King County Executive Dow Constantine recently released a report on the planned establishment of the Stop Hate Hotline, which was in response to legislation sponsored by King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn to create […]
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LETTER: Burien councilmember Stephanie Mora explains her proposed censuring of councilmember Hugo Garcia
[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written and submitted by a verified resident. It does not necessarily reflect the opinions of South King Media, nor its staff.] […]
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REMINDER: Third annual ‘Welcoming Burien’ event is this Saturday, Sept. 16
REMINDER: The City of Burien and Discover Burien will celebrate “Welcoming Burien” – a day of community connection, play, and celebration – this Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. Everyone is invited […]
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Privately hired organization ‘The More We Love’ claims success in relocating homeless in Burien; city, councilmembers respond
Kristine Moreland and her organization, The More We Love, have been the subject of much conjecture about homelessness in Burien over recent weeks. Moreland – who also works as a […]
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‘Pay Us or Chaos’ – Alaska Airlines flight attendants protest outside Sea-Tac Airport
Flight attendants for Alaska Airline picketed outside Sea-Tac Airport on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023, as part of a nationwide protest campaign. Workers said they have been working for four years without […]
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Third annual ‘Welcoming Burien’ event will Saturday, Sept. 16
The City of Burien and Discover Burien will mark their third year of bringing neighbors together to celebrate National Welcoming Week – which runs from Sept. 8-17 – with a day […]
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All are invited to third annual ‘Welcoming Burien’ event on Saturday, Sept. 16 in Town Square Park
The City of Burien and Discover Burien will mark their third year of bringing neighbors together to celebrate National Welcoming Week – which runs from Sept. 8-17 – with a day […]
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Fire Marshal issues Stage 2 burn ban prohibiting outdoor recreational fires in unincorporated areas
King County Fire Marshal Chris Ricketts on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023 issued a Stage 2 burn ban for unincorporated King County, which was already under a Stage 1 burn ban. […]
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DAL Law Firm: When should you have your Estate Plan prepared?
When should you have your Estate Plan prepared? Estate planning is an important process that involves organizing your affairs and making decisions about how your assets will be managed and […]
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Daniel Martin is running for Burien City Council, Position No. 4
EDITOR’S NOTE: Since our creation in 2007, The B-Town Blog allows residents running for local office one free post for their candidacy: Hi neighbors, don’t forget to turn in your ballots […]
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Executive Director of King County Library System announces retirement
King County Library System (KCLS) Executive Director Lisa Rosenblum this week announced her retirement, effective Nov. 30, 2023. Rosenblum joined KCLS in January, 2018. KCLS has won numerous awards for outstanding […]
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Questioning Burien’s 2023 City Council Candidates Part 3: ‘What are your thoughts on conducting sweeps of homeless encampments?’ Position #4 Candidates respond
Each candidate running for the Burien City Council Aug. 1, 2023 Primary Election was asked ten questions by The B-Town Blog, covering topics like their reasons for wanting to serve […]
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Questioning Burien’s 2023 City Council Candidates Part 1: Why are you running for city council? Position #2 Candidates respond
The B-Town Blog asked candidates running for Burien City Council Position No. 2 ten questions covering topics like their reasons for wanting to serve on the council, what they think […]
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JOBS: Providence Mount St. Vincent to host Job Fair on Tuesday, July 25
Providence Mount St. Vincent on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, will host a Job Fair to attract new staff to the internationally recognized West Seattle community that offers assisted living, skilled […]
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In letter to Burien City Council, Burien Toyota owners protest city’s plan to relocate homeless encampment in lot they lease
The owners of Burien Toyota – a car dealership that has been doing business in Burien for over 68 years – on July 10, 2023 sent a letter to the […]
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LETTER: ‘I am submitting this letter to the editor regarding my resignation from the Burien Planning Commission’
[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written and submitted by a verified resident. It does not necessarily reflect the opinions of South King Media, nor its staff. […]
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‘This type of hatred has no place in Burien’ – City denounces theft of Pride Flags
On the morning of Sunday, June 25, 2023, the City of Burien’s Pride flag, which was raised in front of Burien City Hall earlier this month, was stolen, the city […]
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UPDATE: Object from Men In Black Birthday Bash 2023 Summer Saucer Search has been FOUND!
UPDATE June 18, 2023, 5:14 p.m.: THE OBJECT HAS BEEN FOUND! Please stay tuned for an update on the winner(s) soon. Celebrate our regional UFO history and 1947’s “Summer of […]
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Official winner of the 2023 Pooch Playoff is ‘Liam’
It’s official – the 2023 Pooch Playoffs champion is ‘Liam’! Liam is a sweet 2-year-old Beagle with a beautiful and rare bluetick coat. He’s been with his family since he was just […]
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Men In Black Birthday Bash 2023 Summer Saucer Search Clue #9
Celebrate our regional UFO history and 1947’s “Summer of the Saucers” with MIBBB Fest’s 2023 Summer Saucer Search game, presented by Explore Seattle Southside, Four Points by Sheraton, and all […]
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Men In Black Birthday Bash 2023 Summer Saucer Search Clue #8
Celebrate our regional UFO history and 1947’s “Summer of the Saucers” with MIBBB Fest’s 2023 Summer Saucer Search game, presented by Explore Seattle Southside, Four Points by Sheraton, and all […]
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Men In Black Birthday Bash 2023 Summer Saucer Search Clue #7
Celebrate our regional UFO history and 1947’s “Summer of the Saucers” with MIBBB Fest’s 2023 Summer Saucer Search game, presented by Explore Seattle Southside, Four Points by Sheraton, and all […]
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Men In Black Birthday Bash 2023 Summer Saucer Search Clue #6
Celebrate our regional UFO history and 1947’s “Summer of the Saucers” with MIBBB Fest’s 2023 Summer Saucer Search game, presented by Explore Seattle Southside, Four Points by Sheraton, and all […]
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Men In Black Birthday Bash 2023 Summer Saucer Search Clue #5
Celebrate our regional UFO history and 1947’s “Summer of the Saucers” with MIBBB Fest’s 2023 Summer Saucer Search game, presented by Explore Seattle Southside, Four Points by Sheraton, and all […]
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Men In Black Birthday Bash 2023 Summer Saucer Search Clue #4
Celebrate our regional UFO history and 1947’s “Summer of the Saucers” with MIBBB Fest’s 2023 Summer Saucer Search game, presented by Explore Seattle Southside, Four Points by Sheraton, and all […]
