April 2014

Burien- Last night just after 9 PM Burien Police responded to a car/motorcycle collision in the 400 block of SW 156th St.

The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene and the driver of the car suffered minor injuries.

It’s believed that alcohol was involved, and after being treated at Highline Hospital the driver of the car was booked into jail for investigation of vehicular homicide.

The motorcyclist is a 40 year old male, believed to be a Tukwila resident.
A second motorcyclist traveling behind the first motorcycle suffered minor injuries from attempting to avoid the first collision.

Detectives from the King County Sheriff’s Office Major Accident Response and Reconstruction Unit responded to the scene and will be conducting the investigation.

By Katy Wilkens, MS, RD

As a dietitian, I always tell people they should eat breakfast. It is indeed the most important meal of the day. Studies back up my advice: kids who eat breakfast do better in school, and adults who eat breakfast perform better all day.

Now there’s a whole new group to worry about: people who skip breakfast and lunch! A recent study found that fewer than 25 percent of people take regular lunch breaks. A whopping 30 percent rarely take lunch breaks.
Sound like a good way to lose weight? Wrong. When you go that long without food, your body kicks into “starvation mode.” When you eat your next meal, typically dinner, you store up a higher proportion of those calories as fat.

Express your personal style and leave your baggage behind!

Join us and see how a few key features bring personality, space, comfort and functionality to any room. Say no to the burdens of a big house, and say yes to the freedom of a cozy home.

Come enjoy a tasty lunch, win door prizes and get tips on living more simply.

Featuring Karin Krippaehne from Just Like Daughters

Thursday, April 17

11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Wesley Homes Des Moines

The Terrace Auditorium

816 S. 216th St., Des Moines

Please follow this link to RSVP for you and your friends.
http://www.wesleyhomes.org/Small_Spaces

Information provided by the Port of Seattle.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) presented the Port of Seattle with a 2014 Clean Air Excellence Award today in recognition of its Seaport Air Quality Program. Eight other initiatives and one individual were also given awards, which recognize innovative programs that protect Americans' health and the environment, educate the public, serve their communities and stimulate the economy.

“The Port of Seattle thanks the EPA for their recognition of our environmental initiatives,” said Tay Yoshitani, Port of Seattle CEO. “Our staff has worked closely with local organizations and businesses to insure that our programs have a positive impact on both air quality and economic growth for our region.”

The Port of Seattle was given the award in the ‘Regulation/Policy Innovations’ category for its work in successfully reducing maritime-related emissions through programs that exceed laws and regulations. The port worked collaboratively with regulatory agencies, neighboring ports, the maritime industry, and the community to reduce air emissions.

By King County Council Chair Larry Phillips

This Earth Day voters will finally have the opportunity to save Metro Transit service. For years, threats of impending Metro Transit cuts have worried commuters and transit riders who rely on buses to get to work, school, and other activities. The sales tax revenues that fund Metro Transit dropped dramatically during the Great Recession and still haven’t returned to the pre-recession levels needed to support current transit service levels. Until now we have kept the system running through efficiencies, fare increases, reserves, and temporary funding, but the reserves and temporary funding will run out this year. Without action by this spring, transit cuts of up to 17 percent will start taking effect this fall. On February 24th, I sponsored a resolution—passed unanimously by the King County Transportation Benefit District—that gives voters the option to stop transit cuts and fund Metro.

information from West Seattle Kiwanis

The Kiwanis of West Seattle is bringing the spirit of service alive in West Seattle by hosting a canned food drive to benefit the West Seattle Food Bank on Saturday April 5th from 9am to 3pm. The canned food drive will take place at select West Seattle grocery stores including, but not limited to, Metropolitan Market, PCC, Jefferson Square QFC and Morgan Street Thriftway. All West Seattle community members are encouraged to come out and support this worthy cause.

For the past several years, West Seattle Kiwanis, alongside members of local high school Key Clubs and Scout Troops, have focused their efforts on Kiwanis ONE Day to help feed local families. All items collected will go to the West Seattle Food Bank.

BHS ACTIVITIES (sports included)
5/19-24

Quote of the Week:
“It’s not what you achieve, it’s what you overcome. That’s what defines your career.”
~Carlton Fiske

Monday, May 19
· KingCo Softball Championships v Eastlake in a loser out game, Woodinville, 7pm

Tuesday, May 20
· Officer’s Council Meeting, Staff Lounge, 6th period

· KingCo Softball Championships v loser of Woodinville/Newport (if we beat Eastlake), Inglemoor, 7pm

Wednesday, May 21
· Track and Field Bi-District Championships, Lake Stevens High School, 3:30pm

· Spoken Word, PAC, 7pm

Thursday, May 22
· Student of the Quarter, Library, 7am

· Student Bio Expo

· WAC 101 Scholar Athlete Luncheon, 11:30am

· KingCo Softball Championships if still alive, Inglemoor, 5pm

Friday, May 23
· Track and Field Bi-District Championships, Lake Stevens High School, 3:30pm

Saturday, May 24
· Hollywood, BHS Dance Team Spring Showcase, PAC, 7pm

o $8

Information provided by the Office of the Mayor

The City of Seattle today unveiled the agenda for this weekend’s 2014 Seattle Neighborhood Summit, an event aimed at strengthening City government’s relationship with Seattle’s neighborhoods and communities.

More than 1,200 residents have completed the neighborhood survey since early February, helping to shape the agenda of the event. Residents throughout the city have expressed interest in the City better using the input that is solicited from the public and improving responsiveness. How we communicate will be a focal point during Saturday’s event.

The Seattle Neighborhood Summit is a first step in what will be an ongoing conversation, with this goal of reconnecting with residents, building trust, and gaining confidence on both sides.

The Seattle Neighborhood Summit will take place on Saturday, April 5 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Seattle Center’s Exhibition Hall, located on Mercer at 3rd Avenue N. next to McCaw Hall.

Highlights of the Summit include:

Information provided by Food and Water Watch

Today, hundreds of public health and environmental advocates and medical professionals in the greater Seattle area are speaking out to make the case for stronger regulation of non-therapeutic antibiotics in Washington’s food supply.

Close to 30 million pounds of antibiotics are sold each year in the United States solely for use in animal agriculture, and many of these drugs are administered to animals for reasons other than treating disease, such as growth promotion and to compensate for overcrowded and unsanitary living conditions. The overuse of antibiotics in meat production has been proven to contribute to increasing rates of antibiotic-resistant bacteria (or “superbugs”). Antibiotic resistant bacteria pose a serious threat to human health: according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 2 million Americans suffer from antibiotic-resistant infections every year, accounting for at least 23,000 deaths.

Senior Services is now accepting nominations for the 2014 Inspire Positive Aging Award. The deadline is May 2, 2014. Nomination forms are available at www.inspire-award.org. Requests for the form or questions regarding the award may be directed to Wendy Armour, Senior Development Director, (206) 727-6205 or wendya@seniorservices.org.

King County is filled with older adults, whose lives inspire us about how to age with grace, enthusiasm, creativity, hope, and energy. They quietly make life better for others even as their years advance. Senior Services created the Inspire Positive Aging Award in 2006 to recognize such inspiring elders.

“Is there a senior in your life who has inspired you?” asks Senior Services CEO Paula Houston. “You may have a parent, mentor, older neighbor or high school teacher, whose life exemplifies positive aging through community involvement, healthy living, relationships, and endurance—all the traits we ourselves hope to exhibit as we age. Join us in celebrating positive aging and nominate someone you know for the Inspire Positive Aging Award.”