October 2016

By Tim Clinton
SPORTS EDITOR

Thursday, Oct. 27
Football
Eastside Catholic 56, West Seattle 14
The Wildcats took a loss against Eastside Catholic in playoff action at Seattle Memorial Stadium on Thursday.

Cross country
Sea-King District meet
Gabrielle Rackner of West Seattle was the only area athlete to place at Thursday's meet held at Lower Woodland Park, taking 41st in the girls race with a time of 20:01.90.

Volleyball
Chief Sealth 3, Cleveland 0
The Seahawks scored a victory in their Metro League regular season finale on Thursday and will now advance to the league tournament they are hosting Saturday, playing Nathan Hale in a 9 a.m. match.
West Seattle 3, Rainier Beach 0
West Seattle will also be coming off a win going into the Metro League tournament after beating Rainier Beach on Thursday.
The Wildcats play Ingraham at 9 a.m. in the tournament to be played at Chief Sealth High School.
White River 3, Evergreen 0
The Wolverines took a loss in their South Puget Sound League finale Thursday.
Highline 3, Renton 1

information from South Seattle College

The South Seattle College Foundation announced today that Catherine Irby Arnold has been named chair of the foundation’s board of directors.

Arnold, a West Seattle resident and longtime supporter of the college, joined the board in 2011 and has been integral in developing partnerships to support the foundation’s mission to change lives by providing students with scholarships so they can pursue a quality education and family-supporting careers.

“I saw the impact my mother – who was a dedicated teacher – made on the lives of young people throughout her career,” Arnold said. “Joining and now chairing the South Seattle College Foundation Board allows me to continue that legacy and make in impact in our community member’s lives by supporting their education.”

In her professional life, Arnold is Senior Vice President, Managing Director of Wealth Management Advisors for the Private Client Reserve of U.S. Bank. With over 25 years of experience in the financial industry, she consults with individuals, business owners, non-profits and institutions to properly align their financial needs with appropriate solutions.

information from Twelfth Night Productions

Twelfth Night Production (TNP) is proud to present The Lux Radio Theater version of the classic 1947 film MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET. TNP’s Holiday Radio plays have become an annual tradition for community members seeking to revel in holiday cheer with friends and family. Previous radio show productions have included IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE and A CHRISTMAS CAROL.

The radio play is based on the holiday movie favorite of the same name and will be presented as a live 1940’s radio broadcast. MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET tells the timeless story of an old man who calls himself Kris Kringle and is hired as the Macy’s department store Santa. His claim to be the real Santa Claus becomes a court case and a young child’s belief could make all the difference. "Faith is believing when common sense tells you not to.”

Our cast of talented Radio players also includes our incredible Foley (sound effects) actors and the one-of-a-kind 1929 Wurlitzer Pipe Organ.

information from King County Sheriff

The King County Sheriff’s Office and 16 other local law enforcement agencies will be participating in a DUI emphasis this weekend in King County. Over 50 extra officers will be patrolling cities and unincorporated areas in King County looking for drunk drivers.

Agencies participating include, the King County Sheriff’s Office, Washington State Patrol, Washington State Liquor Control Board and police officers from city police departments including; Bellevue, Black Diamond, Burien, Covington, Federal Way, Kent, Maple Valley, Muckleshoot, Port of Seattle, Redmond, SeaTac, Seattle, and Shoreline.

The Washington State Patrol Mobile Impaired Driving Unit (MIDU) will be operating to support law enforcement with DUI processing. MIDU officer staff process impaired drivers in a faster manner to allow patrol officers to return to the road.

King County law enforcement reminds everyone to choose a safe ride to help keep our roads safe this Halloween weekend.

information from Hate Free Delridge

On Saturday September 24th over 200 neighbors gathered to respond to a hate crime in their Delridge neighborhood. The response was a very positive opportunity for neighbors to get to know each other and share food, music and diversity. We realized a need for folks to respond to the ongoing, daily dynamic of hate and they seized the opportunity.

On October 15th we offered this opportunity to the entire city of Seattle, in the form of a candlelight vigil, which was posponed due to a pending wind storm.

We have rescheduled this chance for citizens of Seattle to reject this pattern of hate to rationalize actions by Government and citizens alike that are motivated by hate speech.

The night before our national election Nov. 7th we are asking anyone who feels they need to respond to the negativity and hatefulness in a postive way, to come to the Westlake Park at 5pm. We will observe a moment of silent hope for healing and then light our candles. People are encourage to talk, interact or even sing during this gathering. No matter the outcome of the election, we the people need to stand together and defend our American democracy.

information from Uber and City of Seattle

The City of Seattle is teaming up with Uber to offer discounted rides this Halloween. At a time when children are trick-or-treating and adults are celebrating during weekend festivities, it’s important to be alert and stay safe on Seattle streets. This partnership is part of Seattle’s Vision Zero plan to end traffic fatalities and serious injuries on city streets by 2030.

From Friday, October 28 to Monday, October 31, new and existing Uber users can safely catch a ride home from Halloween festivities in Seattle by entering promo code HALLOWPOOL for a free ride, up to a $10 value. On October 28, Uber users will also receive VIP access to the Georgetown Morgue Haunted House, when they show their Uber trip receipt.

“Halloween means more people will be out and about – kids trick-or-treating, people going to parties –so it’s important for everyone to be extra cautious,” said Seattle Department of Transportation Director Scott Kubly. “If you’re planning on a night out that includes drinking, plan ahead by using rideshare or taxi.”

information from King County Sheriff

King County Sheriff’s detectives are trying to locate anyone who witnessed a robbery in SeaTac on Tuesday around noon. The victims are employed as diamond couriers and were in town from Hong Kong selling diamonds.

On Tuesday just before noon the victim’s were driving in a black Nissan 4dr in SeaTac. They drove onto the northbound on-ramp to I-5 from S188 St when a black 4-door passenger car cut them off and abruptly stopped in front of them. Another, as yet unidentified vehicle, struck the victim’s vehicle from behind.

Two men wearing masks and sunglasses approached the victim’s vehicle, assaulted the driver and broke out two windows of the car. One of the suspects reached into a broken window and grabbed a backpack containing the diamonds, value estimated at over $400,000. The suspects then fled in the black car.

One witness told police a third suspect stayed near the suspect vehicle and pointed a handgun at the victims while the other two suspects robbed them. Before fleeing one of the suspects punctured tires on the victim’s car.

information from King County Sheriff

King County Sheriff’s detectives are trying to locate anyone who witnessed a robbery in SeaTac on Tuesday around noon. The victims are employed as diamond couriers and were in town from Hong Kong selling diamonds.

On Tuesday just before noon the victim’s were driving in a black Nissan 4dr in SeaTac. They drove onto the northbound on-ramp to I-5 from S188 St when a black 4-door passenger car cut them off and abruptly stopped in front of them. Another, as yet unidentified vehicle, struck the victim’s vehicle from behind.

Two men wearing masks and sunglasses approached the victim’s vehicle, assaulted the driver and broke out two windows of the car. One of the suspects reached into a broken window and grabbed a backpack containing the diamonds, value estimated at over $400,000. The suspects then fled in the black car.

One witness told police a third suspect stayed near the suspect vehicle and pointed a handgun at the victims while the other two suspects robbed them. Before fleeing one of the suspects punctured tires on the victim’s car.

By Lindsay Peyton

West Seattle’s transit system would get a major makeover and have a much farther reach if voters pass the Sound Transit 3 Draft Plan, or ST3, this election.

The measure would add 58 miles of light rail, connecting urban centers from Everett to Tacoma and from Ballard and West Seattle to Redmond and Issaquah.

The vision, which also includes establishing rapid bus transit services, extending the Sounder South line and adding more bike lanes and pedestrian trails, was firmed up prior to going on the ballot in November.

“With our population growth and traffic congestion challenges, there’s overwhelming support out there for more transportation options,” Sound Transit spokesman Geoff Patrick said. “The scale of work is responsive to what we’ve heard from the public.”

He explained that the improvements would be made possible by three separate tax increases. Sales tax would go up by 0.5 percent, or 50 cents per $100.

Dual Land Use Applications to allow two adjacent four-story, nine-unit townhouse structures have been filed with Seattle's Department of Planning and Development at 3062 and 3070 Avalon Way SW. Surface parking for 14 vehicles would be provided. The existing structures, a duplex and a 6 unit apartment building would be demolished. The environmental review includes future unit lot subdivision.

The project is being developed by ISOLA REAL ESTATE IV, LLC of Seattle.

The following approvals are required:

SEPA Environmental Determination (This project is subject to the Optional DNS Process (WAC 197-11-355) and Early DNS Process (SMC 25.05.355). This comment period may be the only opportunity to comment on the environmental impacts of this proposal.
Streamlined Design Review

Other permits that may be needed which are not included in this application:
Building Permit
Demolition Permit

You can comment on the application here.