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The City of Burien invites community members to participate in the "Shape Your City Open House" event on October 30, 2023, aimed at fostering local engagement in city planning and development initiatives. This event provides residents an opportunity to voice their opinions on a significant ballot initiative impacting the community, enhancing transparency and collaboration in local governance.
Volunteers are needed for an environmental restoration event in Valley Park, Missouri, on October 21, 2023. This initiative focuses on enhancing local ecosystems, promoting community involvement, and providing refreshments for participants. Join the effort to make a positive impact in the Pacific Northwest through restoration ecology.
King County Sheriff's Office seeks help locating 17-year-old Miguel Rivera Dominguez, identified as the suspect in the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Marcel Da’jon Wagner on a Metro bus in White Center on October 3, 2023. Rivera Dominguez, believed to be armed and dangerous, has ties to the Burien area and may conceal his face with a mask. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact them immediately.
The Green Burien Partnership is hosting several environmental restoration events in Burien parks this fall, inviting community members to participate in activities such as planting native species and weeding. These family-friendly events require no prior experience, and all necessary tools and refreshments will be provided. Pre-registration is mandatory for participation in the events scheduled throughout October and December 2023.
BAT Theatre hosts Movie Musical Karaoke at The Tin Room Theater in Burien on Tuesday, Oct. 14, from 6-9 p.m. Attendees can sing along to film soundtracks or watch performances, with a $5 donation for patrons under 21 and $10 for others. All proceeds support BAT Theatre's live performances.
Power has been restored to nearly all customers affected by an outage in Burien, with only 100 remaining without electricity. The outage initially impacted 4,081 Seattle City Light customers and may have been caused by downed power lines due to a fallen tree. Restoration is expected for all customers by 3 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 12.
Marcel Da’jon Wagner, 21, died from multiple gunshot wounds on a Metro bus in White Center on October 3, 2023. The King County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes unit is investigating the homicide, but no suspect has been identified.
A driver previously convicted of vehicular homicide was arrested for felony DUI in Burien early Friday morning. The driver exhibited signs of impairment, admitted to drinking, and failed field sobriety tests before being booked into jail. Police conducted a blood draw following a search warrant.
A man was arrested for DUI in Burien after resisting arrest and attempting to flee from deputies. The incident occurred on October 10 when officers responded to a vehicle parked in a no-parking zone, discovering the driver and a passenger consuming alcohol and drugs inside the car. No injuries were reported during the struggle.
Five out of eight candidates attended a public forum hosted by the League of Women Voters in Burien on October 7. Three candidates did not attend, citing concerns over partisanship, which the letter's author, Sally Nelson, criticized as unfounded. Nelson expressed disappointment, emphasizing the importance of public participation in the electoral process.