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Lane and ramp closures on I-5, SR 516, and SR 509 will affect travel in south King County through July 3, 2025. Crews will perform paving and drainage work as part of the SR 509 Completion Project, which aims to enhance the highway network in the region. Travelers should expect rolling slowdowns and detours during the overnight closures.
Highline Public Schools seeks paraeducators for the 2025-26 school year, offering roles that support student learning. Pay starts at $26 per hour, with bilingual positions beginning at $32 per hour. Interested applicants can attend hiring fairs on July 10 and July 24.
BAT Theatre hosts its Movie Musical Karaoke event on July 8, 2025, at The Tin Room Theater in Burien, WA. The event features singalongs to popular musical soundtracks, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and karaoke from 7 to 9 p.m. A $10 donation supports the theater's mission, and seating is limited to 38 attendees.
The 7th Annual Summer Market will take place in Burien's Three Tree Point neighborhood on August 2, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature local artists showcasing unique artisan goods, providing attendees with exclusive shopping opportunities.
Maritime High School in Des Moines, WA, celebrated its first graduation on June 18, 2025, achieving a 100% graduation rate with 31 students. Graduates are pursuing diverse paths, including higher education and immediate careers in the maritime industry. This milestone reflects significant investment in workforce development and educational innovation.
Seattle's 48 Hour Film Project celebrates its 20th anniversary this July, making it the longest-running event of its kind with the same producer, Kirk Nordenstrom. The event invites local filmmakers to create short films over a weekend, culminating in public screenings from July 21-23. A new nonprofit, CREATE48 Media Network, will also launch to support Seattle's independent film community year-round.
The DubSea Fish Sticks face off against Diamond Sports on June 29, 2025, at 1321 SW 102nd St in White Center, Washington. The baseball event, which runs from 1 PM to 10 PM local time, promises a lively atmosphere with food options available at the concession stand.
A high-speed collision involving eight vehicles, including three motorcycles, injured six people and blocked northbound I-5 near Southcenter Parkway for nearly five hours on June 28, 2025. The incident began when a speeding white BMW struck another vehicle, leading to a chain-reaction crash. Authorities report that drugs and alcohol are not suspected factors in the ongoing investigation.
A free Independence Day picnic will occur on Friday, June 27, 2025, at Glen Acres Church of Christ in Burien, Washington. The event aims to celebrate the holiday with community gatherings and activities. Attendees can enjoy food and festivities starting at 5:30 PM local time.
Burien Police apprehended a suspect linked to a recent homicide after pursuing a stolen vehicle detected by a FLOCK camera on June 27, 2025. The vehicle's occupants fled on foot near Highline High School, but law enforcement, aided by a K-9 unit, successfully detained one suspect. The investigation remains active, and police have not disclosed details about the homicide case.