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A community walking event titled "Walk with a Doc" is scheduled for Saturday, April 12, 2025, in Burien, where Dr. Dane Nimako will discuss osteoporosis and vitamin D. Participants will gather at Burien Town Square Park for a talk followed by a walk to Lake Burien Park. The initiative aims to promote health and wellness through physical activity and expert guidance.
Kent Police are seeking public assistance in locating Avon A. Cobb, a 51-year-old domestic violence suspect, who was previously thought to have died in a fire during a standoff with law enforcement. After a dramatic pursuit and a lengthy standoff, investigators now believe Cobb escaped the building before it caught fire. Authorities encourage anyone with information to contact the police department.
Alimentando al Pueblo (AAP) will host the sixth annual Bidi Bidi Bom Bash in Burien, celebrating the legacy of Selena Quintanilla-Pérez with a three-part festival from April 12 to April 19, 2025. The event aims to foster community connection through Latinx culture, food, and joy, featuring a mercado, a drag brunch, and a night market with performances. Attendees can support the cause through ticket purchases, volunteering, or donations.
The Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden has unveiled its exciting lineup of family-friendly events for spring, summer, and fall 2025. Highlights include a Plant Sale, multiple Storytime sessions, and concerts, all aimed at engaging children, families, and garden enthusiasts. For updates and details, visitors can check the garden's website or contact them directly.
Burien’s annual Cinco de Mayo Party in the Park will take place on May 5, 2025, at Burien Town Square, offering a lively evening of food, music, and cultural festivities. The free event features activities like a salsa contest, live music, and the announcement of the "Best Taco in Town." Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and their appetite to enjoy a variety of Mexican-inspired food vendors and a beer garden.
A domestic violence suspect, who fled from Kent Police and later barricaded himself in a commercial building, is presumed dead after a fire erupted during a standoff in Auburn on April 8, 2025. Despite extensive efforts by law enforcement to negotiate his surrender, the situation escalated, leading to the building being engulfed in flames. Investigators believe the suspect may have perished in the fire, and a full investigation is underway.
The Port of Seattle Commission has allocated $1.9 million in grants to support economic development projects across King County, particularly benefiting South King County communities. This funding aims to enhance business development, tourism, and initiatives aligned with key industries, including aviation and maritime. The grants are part of a matching program requiring cities to contribute at least 50% of the project costs.
The City of Burien is hosting a free informational session titled “City 101 for Council Candidates” on April 18, 2025, aimed at residents interested in public service. This initiative, endorsed by City Manager Adolfo Bailon, seeks to empower community members to engage in local governance. Aspiring candidates must file their declarations of candidacy between May 5 and May 9 to be eligible for the Burien City Council ballot.
Public Health – Seattle & King County has ordered the closure of Antojitos Ice Cream Yesi due to serious health code violations, including operating without a permit and lacking handwashing facilities. The closure, effective from April 2, 2025, highlights the critical importance of sanitation in food service operations. The business must rectify these issues and pass re-inspection before reopening.
King County voters will face a critical decision in the upcoming special election on April 22, 2025, regarding the renewal of funding for the Regional Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS). Proposition No. 1 proposes a seven-year property tax levy to support the system's operation and upgrades, replacing an expiring measure. If approved, the levy would provide essential resources for law enforcement's forensic fingerprint and palmprint identification services.