July 2025

Information from the Seattle Police Blotter

#2025-216901/Southwest Precinct/Third Watch/F3:

At 2:46am, the victim was at 8 Ave S/S Cloverdale St delivering newspapers.

The victim exited his car.

The suspect got inside the victim’s vehicle. The victim jumped on the windshield and the suspect drove off.

The victim fell from his car and struck the concrete. The suspect turned back around and intentionally struck the victim.

The victim had a head injury, possibly broken bones, and swelling on his face.

SFD said that the injuries were non-life threatening. The victim is 65 years old. Officers checked the scene for cameras, but none were working.

The time delay for the 911 call was about 20 minutes due to the language barrier.

The victim was transported to HMC, and incident was screened with the SPD Robbery Unit

Information from the  Northwest Wine Academy

For 21 years, the Northwest Wine Academy (NWWA) at South Seattle College has been a cornerstone of technical wine education, cultivating talent, fostering entrepreneurship, and empowering students to turn their passion into a profession. As NWWA marks this milestone, they will celebrate what truly defines their legacy: the students who bring the Academy to life.

Event Details

Northwest Wine Academy’s First Annual Alumni Celebration

Saturday, August 9th, 2 pm to 5 pm

Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room at South Seattle College, 6000 16th Ave SW

(Please use Entry 1 to access the Northwest Wine Academy - “NWA” on the campus map)

A fire, started in the men's bathroom at West Seattle Arcade at 2758 Alki Ave SW early Tuesday evening doing “thousands of dollars in damage, according to co-owner Elyssa Cichy. 

‘It was definitely arson” she said but it’s not clear exactly who set the fire or why though it was possibly kids they indicated.

Engine 29 responded to the scene and handled the matter quickly.

In the meantime the business will need to rely on it’s other bathroom for patrons.

They will add code entry for the bathrooms in the future.

They expect it will take a week to get it fully repaired.

The Seafair Parade of Ships sailed into Seattle on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, marking the official start of Fleet Week under clear blue skies, warm summer temperatures, and a refreshing breeze. 

Spectators lined the shores of West Seattle and the Seattle Waterfront to witness the dramatic arrival.

Leading the procession into Elliott Bay was the Seattle Fire Department’s fireboat Leschi, its water cannons spraying high into the air in a festive salute. Behind it followed the amphibious transport dock ship USS Somerset (LPD 25), the guided-missile destroyer USS Jack H. Lucas (DDG 125), and Navy tug YT-801 Washtucna, nestled between the two larger vessels.

The decks of both Navy ships were lined with sailors in dress whites, standing at attention as the ships approached the city. Helicopters could also be seen on the flight deck of the Somerset, offering a glimpse into the ship’s operational capabilities.

West Seattle Community Gleaning Day is set to return on Saturday, September 13, 2025, as a vital local initiative focused on reducing food waste and supporting hunger relief efforts. This community-driven event aims to ensure that perfectly good food reaches those in need rather than going to waste.

The day features two primary methods of food recovery:

• Farmers Market Collection: Volunteers will gather surplus fresh produce from vendors at the West Seattle Farmers Market after it closes. This collected food is then donated to local food banks and community organizations.

Sound Transit has released its 2025-2030 Transit Development Plan (TDP), providing an updated look at the agency's public transit services, planned expansions, and financial outlook. This comprehensive report, submitted annually to the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), serves as a key document for summarizing the status of public transportation systems across the state for the Washington State Legislature.

Download the plan here

The plan covers Sound Transit's current service modes, including ST Express (commuter bus), Sounder (commuter rail), T Line (light rail), and Link (light rail), along with planned capital expenses for the future Stride bus rapid transit service. The information presented in this report is current as of June 2025.

By Jennifer Carrasco

I almost always picked up a job when I traveled.

For instance, I was a substitute teacher in Kotzebue, Alaska, 50 miles above the Arctic Circle, when the ice formed on the bay in early November, 1991.  

I had only worked a half day on November 6, and I walked home in late morning sunlight under a dazzling blue sky, my chin and nose muffled against the cold, with my padded gloves, and heavy coat and knit cap keeping me warm in the 10 degree weather. My boots crunched on the snow as I trudged toward my boyfriend Ben’s apartment along the beachfront road. Ben was flying every day then, so I was planning to get in some painting time while he was gone, and mulling over what to fix later for dinner.