Kate Beesley, of West Seattle, and Steve Hensyel were crowned queen and king of the Rat City Prom under the mirror ball at Southgate Roller RInk last night- quite an honor, and a touching moment. This, on the king's 40th birthday.
"I threw…MORE
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Mayor Mike McGinn to sign paid sick days ordinance into law
Thu, 09/22/11
press release: Please join Mayor Mike McGinn, Councilmember Nick Licata, members of the Seattle City Council and the Seattle Coalition for a Healthy Workforce for the Mayor’s signing and a celebration of Seattle’s new Paid Sick Days ordinance,…MORE
Today's aggressive driving report- Only one driver caught at nearly 80 mph on West Seattle Bridge
Thu, 09/22/11
Even if you are late for something important, and no matter what you think of the 45 mph limit on the West Seattle Bridge, speeding over it at 78 mph is going to get you a ticket.
Here's today's report from the Aggressive Driving Response…MORE
Amanda Knox, long strange trip may begin to end tonight in court
Thu, 09/22/11
The appeal trial of West Seattle raised Amanda Knox, serving 26 years for stabbing her roommate Meredith Kercher to death in Italy four years ago, and that of her then boyfriend, Raffaele Sollecito, is coming to a close. Tomorrow morning, Sept.…MORE
When they close the viaduct, how will you get downtown?
Wed, 09/21/11
West Seattleites facing delays in getting to and from downtown Seattle during the nine day viaduct closure set to begin Oct. 21 can use a variety of routes and methods to avoid the issue or at least make it more tolerable.
Depending on…MORE
"Team Tracy" raises $40,000 for breast cancer research during 3-day walk
Wed, 09/21/11
By Steve Shay
Talk about girl power, "Team Tracy" did it again, with 16 ladies, including team-leader, West Seattle's Tracy Dart, a breast cancer survivor, raising $40,000 for breast cancer research during the Susan G. Koman 3-Day for the…MORE
Changes are in store for the Juneau Street Market
Wed, 09/21/11
The Juneau Street Market has changed hands again, as of Sept. 1 and the new owner, Sam Ibrahim has some plans in the works to bring more food, and services to the location at 5901 Calfornia Ave. s.w.
Within the next 30 days he will add…MORE
West Seattle Crime Prevention Council learns Identify Theft 101
Wed, 09/21/11
King County Prosecuting Attorney Angela Kaake makes her living going after criminals engaged in identity theft and financial fraud, and she shared her years of experience with the West Seattle Crime Prevention Council on Sept. 20.
Before…MORE
Seattle Parks, WSU 4-H open Challenge Course at Camp Long
Wed, 09/21/11
News Release: Seattle Parks and Recreation, the Washington State University 4-H, and the Camp Long Advisory Council will celebrate the opening of a new challenge course at Camp Long this Saturday, September 24 from 2 to 7 p.m.
Camp Long…MORE
Local food banks hit hard by budget cuts as needs increase
Wed, 09/21/11
A steady, reliable source of food bank funding for King County from the federal government was cut this summer, leading to tense times for the White Center and West Seattle Food Banks as the number of needy families continues to grow.
The…MORE
