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Bekka Simmons, a 19-year-old Highline Community College student, was crowned Miss Burien 2007 on Nov. 18.

The new Miss Burien is a singer-the fourth in a row.

Bekka performed "Lose Control," a pops vocal by Maria Mena, impressing…MORE

Michael H. Martin, who served as Chief Administrative Officer for the city of Kent from 2000 to 2005, is Burien's new city manager.

The Burien City Council approved on Nov. 20 a contract with Martin for the position. He was scheduled to…MORE

The Southwest Seattle Historical Society is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Log House Museum director, Andrea Mercado, effective last week.

Mercado holds a BA from the University of Washington and completed the Museum…MORE

Carl Jensen, Highline's "Citizen of the Century," died of cancer at the age of 97 on Nov. 21.

In March 2000, the Times/News and the Highline Historical Society bestowed the honor on the man who guided the Highline School District as…MORE

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has awarded a $1 million grant to South Seattle Community College so it can construct facilities for the Puget Sound Industrial Excellence Center.

The award is part of a $5 million challenge grant from…MORE

The recently adopted 2007 King County Budget includes money for a Localizer Directional Aid approach noise impact study for the neighborhoods surrounding Boeing Field.

"I have been a long-time advocate of an Elliott Bay approach for planes…MORE

Carl Jensen, Highline's "Citizen of the Century," died on Nov. 21of cancer at age 97.

In March 2000, the Highline Historical Society bestowed the honor on the man who guided the Highline School District as superintendent from 1953 to 1971…MORE

The Pathfinder community is a firm believer that building condition does not make a school program.

But with the floor literally crumbling beneath their feet in the rundown Genesee Hill building and little hope from the strapped Seattle…MORE

Ballard's industrial area has been ravaged by thieves stealing metal products recently because of the high prices paid by recyclers.

During the weekend of Oct. 28th, someone climbed a fence at a local business and stole aluminum parts made…MORE

Individuals and businesses seeking a way to give back to their community this holiday have several opportunities through the Holiday Express program at Ruth Dykeman Children's Center in Burien.

Here's how a business or family can help:…MORE