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West Seattle-raised Jack Stafford, Jr. is striving to continue his father's legacy as a legendary boxing coach. Jack Stafford, Sr. coached former two-time heavyweight champ Pinklon Thomas who lived in Seattle. Stafford, Sr. is gone now, but…MORE

By Patrick Robinson and David Rosen

Approximately 70 people gathered on Alki Beach Saturday night, March, 19 not to raise money but instead to "raise hope" for the victims of the Japanese earthquake, tsunami and ongoing nuclear reactor…MORE

Over 150 participants took advantage of the stellar weather and an adventurous spirit of the 2011 Alki Street Scramble on March 19.

Adventurers started out at Alki Beach, near the bathhouse, and had either 90 minutes or three hours to set…MORE

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The Alaskan Way Viaduct is closed this weekend between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. each day. The structure is closed for a full inspection twice a year to ensure it remains safe for drivers, according to WSDOT. Saturday…MORE

UPDATE: 12:30pm Saturday

The sun is out. A crowd is currently streaming through different groupings of clothes, antiques, baked goods, books, and more.

UPDATE: Organizer seeks more items ASAP Admiral resident Shelley Lebert will…MORE

Firefighters were called to reports of smoke coming from the Barriga Llena Mexican Restaurant located at 30420 Pacific Highway South at about 8:15 a.m. When fire crews arrived, they found light smoke coming from the roof. The quickly made entry…MORE

We will update this story later today with local details.

MDA Press release:

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2011 West Seattle Lock Up Date: 04/07/11 Location: Angelina's

Two…MORE

Press release:

Come join the West Seattle Democratic Women on Thursday, March 24th at the West Seattle Golf Course. SEATTLE PUBLIC SCHOOL'S PRESIDENT STEVE SUNDQUIST will speak on the general state of our schools with a Q & A…MORE

Providence ElderPlace West turns one year old April 13. Located on the second floor of Providence Mount St. Vincent, ElderPlace provides healthcare and social services for seniors who live in the West Seattle area. The program expanded into West…MORE

From the SPD Blotter: On Friday, March 18th the Seattle Police Traffic Unit conducted enforcement around the city in accordance with their mission to promote traffic safety through the vigorous enforcement of city and state traffic laws.

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