August 2025

Barton Street P-Patch invites community to Summer fundraiser, celebrating a decade of green space and community spirit

The Barton Street P-Patch is gearing up to host its annual summer fundraiser on August 16, from 4 to 6 PM. The event, which is open to the public, aims to raise essential donations to help offset the cost of maintaining the thriving community garden. Attendees can enjoy the beauty of the garden while supporting a vital neighborhood asset.

The Barton Street P-Patch is an example of community dedication and growth, with a rich history rooted in local stewardship. Established in 2011 on a 12,000-square-foot plot at the corner of 34th SW and SW Barton Street, the garden quickly became a hub of activity. After the land was set aside in 2011, it became fully active in 2012 and has since been meticulously maintained by a dedicated group of volunteers known as “P-Patchers,” who have transformed it into a vibrant green space.

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Woman shot multiple times in likely domestic violence incident

Information from Seattle Police Blotter

Seattle police officers are investigating after they found a 22-year-old woman with multiple gunshot wounds (GSW) in West Seattle last night.

On Aug. 14 at about 10:50 p.m., patrol officers responded to reports of a shooting near Southwest Admiral Way and 51st Avenue Southwest. There, officers found a truck with three women inside, ages 20, 22, and 25, including the victim.

The victim sustained GSWs to her lower extremities. According to the police report, she suffered “multiple gunshot wounds to her left inner thigh, her pelvis and her right buttocks.” The other women did not get shot.

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Menashe family releases statement following dramatic robbery

Menashe and sons Jewelry was the victim of a brazen, smash and grab break in burglary on Thursday August. 14, (full story with video here).

The family has released this statement:

Official Statement from Menashe & Sons Jewelers

To our valued customers and community,

We want to assure you that all customer jewelry and watches are safe and were not among the items taken during the recent robbery at our store. 

Your trust means everything to us, and we are grateful to share this important news with you.

As we work to assess, regroup, and repair the damage done, Menashe & Sons will be closed on Friday, Saturday, and Monday. 

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Attempted stabbing that became a beating ends in arrest; Suspect also committed hate crime

Information from Seattle Police Blotter

#2025-233613/Southwest Precinct/Second Watch/F2:

At 6:37pm on Thursday, a resident in an SHA Complex (9400 block of 27 Av SW) was angry that his upstairs neighbor was making too much noise.

He went upstairs and knocked on the door to the noise maker’s unit. The suspect (as he later turned out to be) attacked the victim with a knife and only missed stabbing him because the blade got caught in the jacket of the victim.

The 81-year-old victim fled down the hall.

The suspect chased him and began beating the victim with a broom handle causing significant injuries to the victim. The suspect was arrested without incident. Suspect was transported to KCJ, then HMC, and eventually should be transported back to KCJ and booked therein. 252 screened the incident.

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Community Safety forum was a chance to assess and seek answers from leaders

On August 14th, the "Creating a Safer Seattle Public Safety Community Forum" convened at the Delridge Community Center, bringing together city leadership and community members to discuss public safety and health solutions within the framework of the One Seattle Restoration initiative. The forum served as a platform for collecting community feedback and outlining the visions of various departments involved in ensuring a safer city.

 

Safety forum speakers
Safety forum speakers from left were: District 1 Councilmember Rob Saka, Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes, Seattle Fire Chief Harold Scroggins, and CARE Dept. Chief Dr. Amy Barden. Photos by Patrick Robinson

 

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Update: Menashe and Sons Jewelers robbed in dramatic daylight break in
Losses may approach two million dollars

Menashe and Sons Jewelers in the heart of the West Seattle Junction at 4532 California Ave. was robbed on Thursday around noon by a group of four masked and gloved men. Armed with bear spray and tasers the group smashed through the controlled entrance with hammers and forced all the employees to the floor. "They knew exactly where to go and what to take," an employee said, "they smashed in cases and took gold, emeralds and Rolex watches." No one was hurt in the robbery.

VIDEO OF THE BREAK IN BELOW

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Sports Watch 8-14-25
Sporting events worth keeping an eye on

By Tim Clinton

SPORTS EDITOR

 

Pros

Mariners

Seattle visits the New York Mets at 4:10 p.m. Friday, 1:10 p.m. Saturday and 4:10 p.m. Sunday before dropping in on the Philadelphia Phillies at 3:45 p.m. Monday and Tuesday and 10:05 a.m. Wednesday.

 

Seahawks

Seattle hosts the Kansas City Chiefs for its second preseason game at 7 p.m. Friday at Lumen Field.

 

Sounders

Seattle drops in on Minnesota for a 5:30 p.m. Saturday men's soccer match before coming home to Lumen Field to take on Puebla at 8 p.m. Wednesday.

 

Storm

The Seattle women's basketball team is in Atlanta to play the Dream at 4 p.m. Friday before returning to the Climate Pledge Arena to battle the Phoenix Mercury at 3 p.m. Sunday.

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The new Evergreen High School is a well planned investment in the future
First day of school is September 3; Open House set for October 9

Evergreen High School in White Center is poised to usher in a new era of education and community engagement, with its new campus set to open on September 3. A VIP tour on August 13 showcased a facility meticulously designed by Basetti Architects to serve as a comprehensive community asset for decades to come, reflecting an extraordinary attention to detail and intentionality.

The community grand opening and open house will take place on October 9 from 4:00 p.m. To 7:00 p.m. The Highline School District will have more information to share in the coming weeks. This will be an opportunity for the community to come see the new building and participate in a self-guided tour. 

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NWSA reports mixed volumes, raises alarm over new tariffs on India

The Northwest Seaport Alliance (NWSA), encompassing Seattle and Tacoma, reported a continuation of the "up and down trend" in its weekly volumes for the last week of July, with international imports seeing a rise while truck transactions and vessel lifts remained below historical averages. The report, issued by Kate Nolan, Manager of Communication & Outreach for the NWSA, also highlighted significant concerns over new tariffs set to be imposed on India.

Volume Trends and Metrics: The week ending August 1 saw a notable increase in some key metrics compared to the previous week, but overall figures remained down when compared to 2024 averages:

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Male shot four times in South Park Bar incident; Suspects at large

Seattle police detectives are investigating a shooting in the South Park neighborhood last night.

On Aug. 11, at about 9:40 p.m., patrol officers responded to reports of a fight disturbance inside Tasty's bar and grill in the 8600 block of 14th Avenue South. As police arrived, SPD dispatch upgraded the call to a shooting. Officers found a man in the back parking lot, believed to be in his 30s, with multiple gunshot wounds. According to scanner calls he was shot in each leg and had two more shots in his torso.

The Seattle Fire Department (SFD) arrived and provided medical treatment to the victim. SFD transported him to Harborview Medical Center in critical condition with life-threatening injuries. 

The suspect(s) fled the scene, before police arrived and officers did not make any arrests. 

Detectives in the Gun Violence Reduction Unit responded to process the scene. The circumstances leading up to the shooting are under investigation. 

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