After a meaningful and memorable run, the time has come to announce that The Art of Music has come to a close; the final Art of Music performances were presented in December, 2025.
King County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a shooting on Sunday afternoon in the 9700 block of 8th Ave SW.
Emergency calls reporting the incident were received at approximately 4:05 PM PDT. Upon arriving at the scene, deputies began canvassing the area while Medic 1 provided immediate medical treatment to an adult male. The victim was then transported to Harborview Medical Center for further care.
The King County Sheriff's Office has stated that the scene remains active and the incident is still under investigation. However, authorities emphasized that there is currently no threat to the public.
No additional information regarding the victim's status or potential suspects has been released. The investigation is being overseen by the King County Sheriff’s Office, according to Detective Michael Ramirez.
By Tim Clinton
SPORTS EDITOR
Kennedy Catholic 4, Bonney Lake 3
The Lancers launched out into their spring season by posting a narrow victory Thursday in a match on the road.
Bellevue 9, Mt. Rainier 4
Mount Rainier opened its baseball season on a losing note in road action Thursday, then had its home rematch scheduled for Friday snowed out.
Also snowed out was Kennedy Catholic's trip to Spokane to play Gonzaga Prep.
Falling victim to Friday's snowfall in softball were Kennedy Catholic's trip to Thomas Jefferson and Mount Rainier's visit to Liberty.
Highline's Friday visit to Auburn and Mount Rainier's visit to Issaquah scheduled for Saturday in boys soccer were canceled as well.
The snow on March 13 around the Seattle areas uncommon, even rare but not the latest snow on record. That was back in 1927 on April 19.
Here is a list is based on the full historical climate record (1894–2026) and includes every year where measurable snow (≥0.1") fell after March 13.
Amount: 0.8"
Significance: Latest measurable snowfall in Seattle history.
Amount: 0.2"
Despite "horrible weather," community members gathered at the Southwest Teen Life Center on March 11 to engage directly with Seattle Police Department (SPD) leadership and local officials regarding the safety of their neighborhoods. The meeting, part of the "Our City, Our Safety" monthly series, prioritized resident voices through small-group "listening tables" designed to gather actionable feedback for the precinct's strategic planning.
A Focus on Listening and Partnership
King County’s Department of Local Services today announced $90,000 in Alan M. Painter grants for 2026.
The grants support projects that will bring together and strengthen communities across unincorporated King County. The grant program focuses on inclusivity, funding events and projects that are open to everyone regardless of race, income, or language spoken.
By Tim Clinton
SPORTS EDITOR
Baseball
*Thursday, March 12
*Mt. Rainier at Bellevue, 4:30 p.m.
*Friday, March 13
*Bellevue at Mt. Rainier, 4 p.m.
*Kennedy Catholic at Seatle Prep, 7 p.m.
*Saturday, March 14
*Kennedy Catholic at Eastlake, 12:30 p.m.
*Evergreen at Mt. Rainier, 2 p.m.
*Highline at Mt. Rainier, 4 p.m.
*Monday, March 16
*Evergreen at Muckleshoot, 4 p.m.
*Tuesday, March 17
*Bonney Lake at Mt. Rainier, 4 p.m.
*West Seattle at Kennedy Catholic, 4 p.m.
*Chief Sealth at Highline, 6 p.m.
*Wednesday, March 18
*Clover Park at Foster, 3:30 p.m.
*Evergreen at Highline, 3:30 p.m.
On March 14, the community of White Center will gather at the White Center Hub (10829 8th Ave SW, Seattle) at 6:45 PM to witness the documentary series "Rooted in White Center" in its entirety. Produced by the White Center Community Development Association, directed by Moses Olson, and captured by cinematographer Jonathan Houser, the series is more than just a collection of interviews; it is a deep dive into the "rich beauty and the wonder" of a neighborhood often misunderstood by those outside its borders.
A Partnership Built on Heart
The road to restoring West Seattle’s historic Camp Long Lodge has grown significantly longer and more expensive following a devastating arson fire on November 11, 2024. While initial damage was documented at 1.2million, new projections reveal that the total cost to rebuild the 1940s−era structure could reach between $4 million and $8 million.
Furthermore, residents will likely wait until 2031 before construction even begins on the WPA-era landmark,.
Why the Costs Are Soaring
The massive jump in the budget is largely due to the lodge's historic status, which requires specialized restoration techniques, such as replacing timber framing to historic standards. Additionally, modernizing the structure will trigger requirements for ADA accessibility, seismic upgrades, and environmental remediation.
Saka Vows Continued Advocacy
UPDATE March 11
After beginning repairs on the First Avenue South bridge WSDOT now expects the closure to remain in place through 11:59 p.m. on Friday, March 13.
According to the agency, bridge maintenance crews have been working since the full closure began on Monday morning, March 9, modifying existing grated panels and installing steel plates over the cracked sections to safely reopen all lanes.
Inspectors later discovered the damage was more extensive than initially believed, and WSDOT says the process of realigning the bridge spans requires highly precise work.
The repairs underway this week are intended to stabilize the structure ahead of a second phase of work scheduled for mid‑to‑late April.
UPDATE March 9
