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South Seattle Community College has been designated by G.I. Jobs magazine as a “Military Friendly School” for 2011 based on its role in accepting America’s veterans as students.

G.I. Jobs polled more than 7,000 schools across the country…MORE

The Woodland Park Zoo is gearing up for its Fall Fecal Fest, the time of year when local gardeners and Zoo Doo loyalists scramble to purchase the coveted Zoo Doo or Bedspread.

According to the zoo, Zoo Doo is the most exotic and highly…MORE

Sustainable West Seattle is offering two $50 scholarships (good towards reserved $65 admissions) to the 2010 Northwest Permaculture convergence held at South Seattle Community College from September 17-19.

Applicants must live within the…MORE

Inside the manufacturing facility of Cascade Designs, Inc. Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn laid out the cities jobs plan initiative, coined the Seattle Jobs Plan.

Standing with the mayor was Cascade Designs Chairman of the Board and co- founder…MORE

The early designs presented Aug. 23 for a four-story residential development on 15th Avenue Northwest across from Ballard High School drew some concern from the Northwest Design Review Board on parking, building size and proximity to neighboring…MORE

A SeaTac man has been honored by the White House for his community service efforts as a retired member of the Machinists Union.

George Braun, who retired from Boeing in 1995 after a 37-year career, was recently presented with a bronze-…MORE

When it became more difficult for Burien resident Dana Wheelock to care for his aging mother in her own home, he turned to microarchitecture.

Inspired by the town homes of Seattle and the current construction slowdown, Wheelock decided to…MORE

"I was the one who first painted the rock," says Dr. Gordon Newton. "It was really an act of vandalism."

Anyone in Tukwila has most likely seen the painted rock outside Foster High School on South 144th Street but so few are aware of the…MORE

Craig Tweney belongs to one of Burien's more exclusive clubs-- homeowners with historical treasures in their backyards. His Marine View Drive property is home to the oldest surviving structure in the city-- Gunther's Cabin.

Constructed…MORE

August 27

Book Signing--Burien Books is hosting a book signing for "The Self Made Woman: Creating the Life You've Always Wanted" by local author Alexzandra de la Iglesia. 5-7 p.m.

August 30

Blood Drive--Prince of Peace…MORE