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Friendship, hope at heart of Burien Actors Theatres The Sandwich Ministry, which continues Friday, April 25

Burien Actors Theatre presents “The Sandwich Ministry,” highlighting themes of friendship and hope. The event runs from April 25 to April 26, 2025, at 140 S 140th St, Burien, Washington. This production aims to resonate with audiences amid uncertainty.

Normandy Park to celebrate Arbor Day Saturday with free trees, compost, and more

Normandy Park will host its Arbor Day Celebration on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to noon at Marvista Park, offering free trees and compost, along with educational activities. Attendees can also participate in crafts and a book exchange, while overflow parking will be available at Marvista School.

Love science and Puget Sound? Volunteer to be a Beach Naturalist with Buriens Environmental Science Center this Summer

The Environmental Science Center seeks beach naturalist volunteers at Seahurst Park this summer to engage visitors during low tides. No experience is necessary, but volunteers must be at least 15 years old, while younger participants can join with a caregiver. Interested individuals must attend a 1-hour orientation session.

Enjoy a free Des Moines Sculpture Walk this Saturday afternoon

Des Moines will host a free sculpture walk on Saturday afternoon, inviting locals to explore the city's artistic offerings. The event highlights various sculptures along a designated trail, promoting community engagement with the arts.

UPDATE Highline High School Booster Club postpones May 3 100th anniversary celebration

The Highline High School Booster Club postponed its 100th Anniversary celebration due to low ticket sales. Organizers plan to reschedule the event for the fall, coinciding with the school's Homecoming to increase community participation.

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The Highline High School Booster Club postponed its 100th Anniversary celebration due to low ticket sales. Organizers plan to reschedule the event for the fall to coincide with the school's Homecoming, hoping to boost attendance from alumni and the community. Refunds will be offered to those who purchased tickets.

Highline High School drama students take center stage in bold, inclusive production of musical The Prom, which opens April 24

Highline High School's drama students are set to shine in an inclusive production of the musical "The Prom," which opens on April 24, 2025. This bold performance highlights themes of social equality and LGBTQ representation, engaging the local community in Burien, Washington. The event is expected to attract a diverse audience, demonstrating the school's commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.

City of Burien hosting Coffee Chat focused on housing on Wednesday, April 23

The City of Burien will host a ‘Coffee Chat’ on housing issues on April 23, 2025. The event takes place at 14700 6th Ave SW, Burien, Washington, starting at 5 PM local time. This gathering aims to foster community discussion and engagement regarding housing in the area.

ELECTION RESULT 2 King County Proposition No. 1 on track for passage as more ballots counted

King County Proposition No. 1 gains strong voter support, with 59.40% approval as of April 23. The measure, which authorizes a seven-year property tax levy for forensic identification system upgrades, requires a simple majority to pass. Voter turnout stands at 20.46% with 292,001 ballots counted.

City of Burien cites confusion, looks to court to interpret new minimum wage law

The City of Burien seeks clarity from King County Superior Court on the enforcement of its new minimum wage law following Initiative 1's passage. City officials report confusion among residents and businesses regarding which wage standards apply, prompting a declaratory judgment action to resolve the issue.

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