October 2023

Shooting on Metro bus in White Center; Attempted car jacking not far away

A shooting aboard a Metro bus took place shortly after 5pm near 15th SW and SW Roxbury. A body was seen near the bus as police blocked off the area to start the investigation. The victim was dead at the scene.

He was approximately 21 years old and was shot twice. 

The two male suspects were described as one Hispanic with long hair, wearing a gray sweater, the other Black or Hispanic, said to have “puffy” hair, wearing a white sweatshirt, both were seen running northeast from the scene.

King County helicopter Guardian One responded to the scene.

King County has announced that there will be an incresed security presence on the Metro H line and others going forward.

 

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Japanese discount store Daiso coming to Westwood Village

A new discount store is coming to Westwood Village. Aimed at the center area of the mall, the paperwork for the new store is now underway.

Daiso has a range of over 100,000 products, of which over 40% are imported, many from China, South Korea and Japan. Many of their products are household items such as kitchenware and cleaning products. Daiso has locations in 25 countries and regions worldwide.

The first Daiso store was established in the Alderwood Mall in 2005.

The most recent in in SeaTac Village in Federal Way which opened in August.

As of 2023, there are 90 stores in the continental United States, operated by Daiso US. The stores are in Arizona, California, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Texas, and Washington. The largest U.S. Daiso is ln Union City, California, with 17,760 square feet of floor space; it opened on August 8, 2007.

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Staples in Westwood Village closing Nov. 17; Lease not renewed

The Staples office supply store at Westwood Village is closing Nov. 17. A company has been brought in to begin the movement of merchandise to pallets for a move to other locations such as Burien or Renton. The closure is, according to store employees, due to the property owner ShopCore choosing not to renew the lease. WestsideSeattle has reached out to ShopCore for comment but has not heard from the company.

The employees say while theft has been an issue at the store, business has been steady and the store has been profitable.

There will be a series of staged liquidation sales over the next few weeks.

Approximately 15 employees are affected and will be given the chance to transfer to other stores. 

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White Center Food Bank Capital Campaign fundraising dinner set for Oct. 21 at WC Eagles Club
Music, Silent Auction, Great food from White Center restaurants

Information from the White Center Foodbank

Join White Center Food Bank (WCFB) for an exciting Capital Campaign Fundraiser, with exclusive tours of our new facility prior to the event! This special celebration features delicious food from White Center restaurants, amazing speakers, great music, a silent auction and more. With just over 60% of our $8 million goal raised, we need our community of supporters to help us move to our new home.

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Tails to Astonish Comic store suffers burglary; Have you seen these suspects?

Tails to Astonish a West Seattle comic store at 4850 California Ave SW #101 was the victim of burglary in the overnight hours of Saturday. 

Three hooded suspects removed the front door and took all of the issues on the walls.

WestsideSeattle News partner Fox13 News has more in depth details here:

https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/there-were-comics-signed-by-stan-lee-thieves-burglarize-west-seattle-comic-book-store

If you have any information please call Seattle Police, incident number #23-283214.

comic book thief

 

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Oktoberfest at Ounces! October 6th-8th

Grab your lederhosen and head to Ounces for 3 Days of Oktoberfest fun! 

Festivities include Steins of locally brewed Oktoberfest Beer, three Live Oompah Bands, GIANT Bavarian Pretzels and Brats,

A special 'Oktoberfest' donut from Dough Joy, a Costume Contest, Stein Raise Competitions and fun for the whole family! 

Event is FREE!  All ages welcome and dog-friendly! 

3809 Delridge Way SW in West Seattle

Full event details can be found at www.ounceswestseattle.com/oktoberfest

 

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Maui Strong fundraiser set for Oct. 14 at Burien Elks

A Maui Strong fundraising event is set for Oct. 14 at the Burien Elks #2143 to provide aid for the victims of the Lahaina fire disaster.

The event will run from 5:00-11:00PM

FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 206 243-2143

$50 per person 

  • Dinner, Entertainment by Hawaiian Music & Dancers (starting at 7:30 p.m.), with live music by The Delta’s.
  • They will be selling $1 Raffle Tickets to win Fabulous Prizes donated by Dozens of Merchants. Stay Tuned for a list of items that are being donated.
  • Dinner will be your choice of Fresh Alaskan Salmon or Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon with all of the fixings for $50.00 per person.
  • Desert is being donated by Patrick’s Cafe & Bakery.
  • They will only have 250 dinners available.

Tickets on sale now

For tickets, please come in to the lodge, pay by phone at 206 243-2143. or online:

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Jokes at the Junction one year anniversary show is Thursday Oct. 5
Great American Diner and Bar is hosting Tim Kelleher, Jody Carroll, Paul Goodwin, and Reece Greene

Produced by local comedians, featuring some of the best up and coming comedians in the Pacific Northwest; Jokes at the Junction returns on October 5th with a very special 1 year anniversary variety comedy showcase at the Great American Diner and Bar. The venue is located at the corner of Edmunds Street SW and California Ave. SW in the West Seattle Junction.

TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

Tim Kelleher ( writer for Two and 1/2 Men), Jody Carroll, Paul Goodwin and Reece Greene (Winner of Nate Jackson's Funniest MFer Competition) are coming back to the Great American Diner for an amazing comedy experience with a diverse lineup of comedy voices.

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