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Highline School District will host a Director candidate forum at the Burien Library, featuring moderators from the League of Women Voters of South King County. The event aims to engage the community in the election process and is co-sponsored by the Highline Special Needs PTA.
Around 4,200 Seattle City Light customers in Burien lost power on Sunday after mylar balloons tangled in power lines. The utility restored service within about 40 minutes and reminded residents that metallic balloons can cause outages.
Kennedy Catholic High School's Lancer varsity football team defeated the Tahoma Bears 27-17 on September 20, improving their record to 1-2. The Lancers secured the win after a challenging first half, extending their lead after halftime. Their next game is scheduled for September 26 against the Kentwood Conquerors.
B-Town Fiesta will return to Burien Town Square Park on September 21, 2025. The event will feature various activities and entertainment, running from noon to 3 AM the following day. This annual celebration highlights local culture and community engagement.
Lane closures on northbound and southbound SR 99 will occur nightly from Sept. 22 to Sept. 26 between SeaTac and Des Moines. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) plans to close lanes from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. to complete a repaving project that also upgrades sidewalk ramps for ADA compliance.
Mary’s Place and Mercy Housing Northwest broke ground on a family shelter and affordable housing campus in Burien on September 19, 2025. The four-story project will provide emergency shelter for 200 family members and 90 units of affordable housing, addressing urgent homelessness needs in Washington state. Completion is expected by mid-2027.
Westside Unitarian Universalist Congregation will re-stream Bill McKibben's recent climate talk on Sunday, Sept. 21, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. The event features McKibben discussing his new book, "Here Comes the Sun," followed by community discussions about solar and wind power's impact on economies and climate change.
Highline Pirates lost 48-13 to Interlake on September 18, struggling with turnovers and a tough defense. The defeat dropped their record to 1-2, as they prepare to face Issaquah next week. Interlake improved to 2-1, led by quarterback Julian Hayes, who scored five touchdowns.
BAT Theatre will premiere "The Coast Starlight" on Friday, Sept. 26, at 7:30 p.m. at Kennedy Catholic High School, launching its 2025-26 season. The production follows a young man's journey on a long-distance train as he navigates life-changing secrets with the help of fellow travelers.
The Burien City Council will convene on September 26, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. to discuss various agenda items, including proclamations for Suicide Prevention Month and Hispanic Heritage Month. The meeting will be accessible in person, on Comcast TV Channel 21, and via Zoom.