September 2015

This morning two clerks at two different service stations were pepper sprayed and robbed by the same suspect within minutes of each other on Pacific Highway. A manhunt is underway by the Des Moines Police Department at the moment.

The incidents began this morning (the time is still unverified, but before 9 a.m.) at the 7-11 located at 260th and Pacific Highway S. when a white or Hispanic male in his 50s with greying hair, a dark blue Seahawks hat, and wearing a grey sweatshirt with jeans entered the convenience store. The man walked up to the clerk and pepper sprayed him at close range and reached over the counter to steal money from his cash register.

Within the hour this same suspect entered the Shell station convenience store at S. 272nd, a little under a mile away from the 7-11, and asked the female clerk for prices on cigarettes. As she was looking this information up on her computer the suspect placed some money on the counter. When the clerk opened up the cash till the suspect brought out the pepper spray and doused the clerk in the face, same as the previous victim. He again reached over the counter, grabbed the money and ran.

The Burien Arts Association and Humanities Washington invite the community to an engaging conversation with Amanda Wilde, a member of the 2012-14 Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau. This free event takes place Sunday, Sept. 13, 7 p.m., at the Burien Arts Gallery, 826 S.W. 152nd St. in Burien.

About this program
What do Bing, Jimi, and Kurt have in common? The music of artistic giants and Washington sons Bing Crosby, Jimi Hendrix, and Kurt Cobain spans generations. Their music belongs to us all. Washington state holds the unique position of being 'on the edge of the world' from both musical and geographic standpoints. This placement provided a rich breeding ground for three distinct and revolutionary artists who pushed artistic and technological limits to forge new musical and cultural territory. In this captivating presentation, musical journalist Amanda Wilde highlights unusual and universal themes and threads that weave three distinct artists with three groundbreaking musical eras: the 1930s, the 1960s and the 1990s. Along the way she will show how they have influenced the technology, business, and notoriety of Washington state.

A crew of six teenage Scouts and their leaders from Boy Scout Troop 360 went on a life changing summer trek through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains at Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico. Philmont covers 214 square miles of vast wilderness. During their trek the scouts hiked 70 miles over 12 days, summited 5 peaks and camped at altitudes as high as 11,740 feet

The group of Scouts and their advisors carried everything they needed to survive during the trek on their backs while hiking from camp to camp. They participated in backcountry programs along the way including blacksmithing, rock climbing, mine exploration, fur trapping lore and gold prospecting. The trek included a conservation project where the Scouts learned and participated in the upkeep of Philmont’s ecosystem. Along the trek, Scouts endured tough challenges including backpacking in bear and mountain lion territory, steep climbs, and often-inclement weather.

A crew of six teenage Scouts and their leaders from Boy Scout Troop 360 went on a life changing summer trek through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains at Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico. Philmont covers 214 square miles of vast wilderness. During their trek the scouts hiked 70 miles over 12 days, summited 5 peaks and camped at altitudes as high as 11,740 feet

The group of Scouts and their advisors carried everything they needed to survive during the trek on their backs while hiking from camp to camp. They participated in backcountry programs along the way including blacksmithing, rock climbing, mine exploration, fur trapping lore and gold prospecting. The trek included a conservation project where the Scouts learned and participated in the upkeep of Philmont’s ecosystem. Along the trek, Scouts endured tough challenges including backpacking in bear and mountain lion territory, steep climbs, and often-inclement weather.

To the editor:

Crisis Clinic was one of the earliest organizations to formally endorse Best Starts for Kids, Proposition 1. The six-year levy invests in prevention and early intervention strategies that will strengthen families and ensure our children reach adulthood healthy and ready to contribute to the prosperity of the region.
“Every day we respond to families and youth in crisis and needing help,” said Kathleen Southwick, Crisis Clinic’s Executive Director. “This levy provides critical resources to help children and their families build a solid foundation for the future.”

Science tells us prevention and early intervention are the most effective and least expensive ways to address our most serious problems. Lack of early support for children results in costly interventions later in life. Indeed, much of the County’s current funding responds to negative outcomes like mental illness, substance abuse, homelessness, and especially incarceration – the most costly and least effective intervention.

(Sept. 3, 2015 - Burien, WA) – Listen to the beautiful music of internationally renowned pianist David Templeton, plus fabulous food, drink and theatrical performances at Burien Actors Theatre’s Gala Party & Show on Saturday, Sept. 19.

From 6 to 9 p.m., celebrate the opening of Burien Actors Theatre’s 36th season of better live theater. Be among the first to get a sneak peak into BAT’s 2015-16 season at the Gala Party & Show. Special entertainment includes music, comedy and drama. Enjoy delectable food and beverages from Burien businesses, backstage tours, show production information and special give-aways.

Admission is just $15 for the entire event, including food, drink and entertainment. BAT requests people RSVP to rsvp@burienactorstheatre.org or 206-242-5180 by Sept. 17 so BAT has a head count for ordering food.

ABOUT BURIEN ACTORS THEATRE

Exciting live theater has been a tradition in Burien since 1955. Incorporated in 1980, Burien Actors Theatre (BAT) has been a leading producer of quality live theater serving residents of the Seattle and south Puget Sound areas.

You are invited to join leading health care and wellness professionals from our community as they share some of the best information available for how we can all live our healthiest and best lives. This annual event provides a terrific opportunity to learn about the newest best-practices in health care. You can also improve your general well-being with free health screenings, free samples, physical fitness information and much more. The first 250 people who attend the Wellness Fair also receive a free gift!

This year, the fair focuses on prevention with a fully-programmed stage dedicated to demonstrations and interactive presentations on how to live your healthiest life. Thank you to the health care and wellness professionals who have so generously donated their time and expertise to share their knowledge with us on stage and at the fair, as well as to the City of Burien and CHI Franciscan Health for their generous sponsorship of the fair!

BURIEN, WASH. – This week, the City of Burien welcomed Chris Craig to serve as its first Economic Development Specialist. In this newly-created role, Craig will work with the local business community, property owners, and developers on business retention, recruitment, and expansion efforts. The City Council approved the Economic Development Specialist position earlier this year to advance the priorities set through its Strategic Planning process.

“We’re excited to add Chris to our team,” says Dan Trimble, Burien Economic Development Manager. “His experience in project management, capital financing, and partnership building will add depth to our ability to retain and expand Burien businesses as well as attract new ones that add to our economic vitality.”

Falling branch kills Burien 10-year-old girl at birthday party

A fallen tree branch killed a 10-year-old girl from Burien who was visiting Federal Way for a birthday party. The accident took place on Saturday, August 29th, just after noon when Samara J. Lereneo of Burien, attended a birthday party at the Trellis Apartment complex near the intersection of S.W. 352nd Street and 25th Avenue S.W. in Federal Way. According to police, intense wind caused several tree branches to break and scatter across parking lots and roadways. One of Samara’s friends who was also attending the party noticed that she had tripped over a tree branch and went to help her up. Upon approaching the girl found Samara on her back, under the branch with a significant head wound which had already caused significant blood loss. Despite emergency responders best efforts, they were unable to revive Samara. Samara was one of two people who were killed during the windstorm in King County.

Crimes reported between 8/9/15 and 8/23/15

Home and Business Break-in/Burglary:

Born to Stephen and Irene (Miller) Sanislo March 3, 1918, in Seattle, WA, Helen passed to glory August 15, 2015, in Burien. She graduated from West Seattle High School in 1935. She married Frank S. Anderson in 1940.

Helen is survived by sons, Frank L. and Stephen M. Anderson, and three grand-children.

A Memorial Gathering will be held Saturday, September 12, 2015, 2 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall of Lake Burien Presbyterian Church, 15003 14th Ave. SW, Burien, WA 98166.

In lieu of flowers, please make remembrances to Caleb Good News Ministries, PO Box 320, Seahurst, WA 98062 (www.calebgoodnews.org) or Hospitality House, c/o Lake Burien Presbyterian Church.

Published in The Highline Times Section of The Westside Weekly September 11, 2015