Young people from West Seattle to White Center have found a hub for self-expression at the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center, with the Delridge facility becoming home to several different after school arts programs aimed at connecting the local…MORE
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Democrats support transit vote
Mon, 08/18/08
West Seattle Democrats have "overwhelmingly" voted to support the November ballot measure "Mass Transit Now."
The project, supported by Seattle Mayor Greg Nickels but opposed by King County Executive Ron Sims would add 36 miles of light…MORE
She's a black belt champ
Mon, 08/18/08
West Seattle's Tamela Thomas, a Red Belt, became the "female under Black Belt" grand champion in the 2008 Tang Soo Do World Championships.
Eleven students ranging from ages 9 to 48 represented Master Steve Elmore's Evergreen Tang Soo Do…MORE
Bias crime report issued
Mon, 08/18/08
The Seattle auditor has finished a comprehensive audit of how the city, including the Police Department, handles bias crimes.
The audit shows the city adequately addressing bias crimes but notes that there is room for improvement in…MORE
J.P. Patches statue unveiled in Fremont
Mon, 08/18/08
Children's television performer JP Patches and his longtime co-star Gertrude were honored with the unveiling of a statue in their likeness on Sunday August 17th at Solstice Plaza in Fremont. A committee was formed 2 and half years ago to collect…MORE
Independent markets seek repeal of city's bag fee
Mon, 08/18/08
Although the Seattle City Council has approved a 20-cent fee on all disposable shopping bags, the Washington Food Industry is attempting to give its consumers a choice with a referendum that could put the issue to a public vote.
"We agree…MORE
Picnic at the Precinct
Sun, 08/17/08
The Seattle Police Foundation held its annual Picnic at the Precinct event on Saturday, August 16th and enjoyed the hot, sunny weather and an excellent turnout by the public. The first Picnic at the Precinct was held in September 2004 at the East…MORE
School budget OK'd quietly
Sat, 08/16/08
While at earlier meetings, Highline Public Schools board members heard anguished pleas about proposed cuts, board members on Aug.
MORETukwila historical homes tour set
Sat, 08/16/08
The Tukwila Historical Society has announced the first ever tour of 25 historical homes, buildings and sites around Tukwila.
Scheduled for Aug. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m, the tour begins at the Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Ave. S.…MORE
Suspect name released in Lakota Middle School shooting
Sat, 08/16/08
On August 14, at approximately 8:21 p.m., officers were dispatched to a shooting at Lakota Middle School, located at 1415 SW 314 Street in Federal Way.
When officers arrived a 26 year old Hispanic male victim was located and determined to…MORE