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The "Walk with a Doc" program will host a walk in Burien on Saturday, July 12, 2025, focusing on UV awareness and skin health. Participants will gather at Burien Town Square Park for a brief health talk before walking together. The event emphasizes the importance of walking for a healthier lifestyle.
The Giveaway Days event at Three Tree Point has been extended through Sunday, July 13, 2025, allowing residents more time to declutter and exchange free items. This community initiative promotes eco-friendly practices, encouraging participants to leave unwanted items outside their homes for others to take.
The Burien City Council will meet on July 14, 2025, to discuss a budget update and various proclamations, including Parks and Recreation Month. The session will begin at 5:30 p.m. and will be accessible in person, on Comcast TV Channel 21, via Zoom, and through livestream.
A Burien youth baseball team, the 11U All-Stars, is raising $8,000 to attend the Washington State Little League Tournament after winning the District 7 Championship. The team, which consists of 12 players and three coaches, aims to pursue a spot in the Little League World Series. Community support is crucial for their journey to Spokane from July 19 to July 27.
King County Sheriff's Office seeks public assistance in identifying a man who used a stolen credit card at a Burien Fred Meyer store after a vehicle prowl on May 26, 2025. Surveillance images show the suspect, who has a distinct tattoo on his left arm. Anyone with information is urged to call (206) 296-3311.
The Burien Farmers Market will take place at Town Square Park from July 10 to July 11, 2025. The event will showcase local agriculture and promote vegan diets and environmental sustainability. This gathering supports local businesses and non-profit organizations in the food industry.
Merrill Gardens at Burien hosts a “Carnival for a Cure” fundraiser on July 26, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. The event supports the Alzheimer’s Association, with all proceeds funding research and care for those affected by the disease. Community members are encouraged to attend and contribute to a meaningful cause.
One person died in a single-vehicle crash early Thursday on Ambaum Boulevard SW in Burien. The King County Sheriff’s Office reported that deputies found the victim unresponsive inside the vehicle after it struck a tree around 3:15 a.m. Emergency aid was called, but the individual was declared deceased at the scene.
Friends and family will honor racing legend Steve Huff at a memorial service on August 16, 2025, in Renton, followed by a Celebration of Life at the Hydroplane and Raceboat Museum in Kent. Huff, who passed away on May 21, 2025, was a respected local racer and advocate for trades education.
King County officials identified 18-year-old Ernesto Manuel Sanchez as the victim of a fatal crash in Burien. Sanchez died after his car struck a tree early Thursday morning, July 10, 2025, and was pronounced dead at the scene. The Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the incident.