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Parkside Garden Club will host its 2022 Plant Sale on May 14, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Normandy Park Community Club. Proceeds from plant sales will fund grants and scholarships for local organizations and students.
Auditions are now open for two exciting Disney productions at Burien's Hi-Liners Musical Theatre, including "Descendants: The Musical" and "Moana JR." Both shows offer opportunities for young performers to showcase their talent, with auditions scheduled for early May and performances set for July and August. The Hi-Liners Musical Theatre has been a staple in the community since 1966, providing enriching performing arts experiences for students.
A King County Sheriff’s Deputy suffered minor injuries when a suspect rammed their SUV into her patrol car during a traffic stop in Burien early Thursday. The incident occurred around 4:15 a.m., and the suspect fled the scene after damaging a second patrol vehicle. Investigators are actively pursuing leads to locate the suspect.
Local students collaborated with the Highline Heritage Museum to create a mural from recycled materials in celebration of Earth Day. The project involved students from several schools, showcasing their artistic talents on the museum's east side. Photos of the mural, taken by Scott Schaefer, highlight the community's commitment to environmental awareness.
The Port of Seattle Commission plans to resume in-person meetings on April 26, 2022, at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Public participation will remain accessible via a remote link, with meeting agendas available prior to the events.
Highline Public Schools will host 'StormFest,' an interactive stormwater science festival aimed at 6th graders across five middle schools this spring. The event will feature engaging lessons aligned with state educational standards, with opportunities for community involvement as educators and volunteers. Interested parties are encouraged to apply by March 31, 2022.
A stunning rainbow appeared over Burien this week, captured in a photo by local resident Chuck Nelson. The B-Town Blog encourages residents to submit their own photos for “Photo Friday.”
King County Library System will increase operating hours by 18% starting February 27, 2022, allowing access seven days a week. Nearly all libraries will add a day of service, with extended hours on select days. KCLS aims to restore in-building services to pre-pandemic levels.
A man suffered multiple gunshot wounds in Burien early Tuesday morning, January 11, 2022. Police responded to a shooting report at approximately 5:30 a.m. and transported the victim to Harborview Medical Center; his condition remains unknown.
Power outages affected at least 963 customers in Burien and SeaTac on Sunday morning, December 5, 2021. Seattle City Light reported three outages occurring at 4:16 a.m. and 6:28 a.m., with restoration expected between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.