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King County deputies launched a homicide investigation following a deadly shooting in Burien, Washington, around midnight Thursday. A suspect is in custody after a person reported shooting someone on his property. The investigation is ongoing with the major crimes unit involved.
A Tri-Chamber Mixer will unite South King County businesses on July 23, 2025, in Renton, Washington. The event, hosted by local chambers of commerce, aims to foster networking and collaboration among businesses in the region.
Three candidates compete for Burien City Council Position No. 3 in the 2025 election, with ballots arriving for the Aug. 5 primary. Marie Barbon, a pediatric nurse and current chair of the Human Services Commission, emphasizes addressing public safety, affordability, and economic growth. She advocates for compassionate leadership and sustainable development to enhance community well-being.
Burien's Music in the Park concert series resumes on July 24, 2025, featuring Eric Blu & the Soul Revue at Lake Burien School Memorial Park. The free concert runs from 6:30 to 8 p.m., inviting attendees to enjoy live music under the summer sky. The series will continue every Thursday through August 21, showcasing a variety of musical genres.
Casa Italiana invites the public to a cars and coffee event on Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visitors can enjoy Italian cars, food, and music while interacting with car enthusiasts. The free event features on-site pizza, sausage sandwiches, and a beer and wine garden.
Burien Arts showcases a new group exhibit featuring Seattle Print Arts members at the Burien Community Center until September. A free opening reception is scheduled for July 22, 2025, allowing the public to engage with artists and learn about printmaking. Admission and parking are free, with light refreshments provided.
BAT Theatre launches its six-park tour of the romantic comedy The Guardsman this summer, starting with a free performance on July 25, 2025, at Riverton Heights Park in SeaTac. The play explores themes of love and deception as an actor disguises himself to test his wife's feelings. Attendees are encouraged to support local restaurants by bringing takeout or dining nearby.
Three candidates are competing for Burien City Council Position No. 3 in the 2025 election, with Sam Mendez advocating for affordable housing and street safety. Ballots for the primary election began arriving on July 18, with Mendez supported by prominent local organizations and leaders.
Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden will host its annual Ice Cream Social this Sunday, July 27, offering free ice cream to the first 100 visitors from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guest speaker Marianne Binetti will present gardening tips, and the event will feature activities for children, including crafts and face painting.
The White Center Library Guild hosts its annual Summer Sidewalk Sale on July 25-26, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. outside the White Center Library. The two-day event offers secondhand books and household items, with proceeds supporting literacy initiatives in the community.