Press release:
Madrona Elementary and Shorewood Elementary have achieved designation as Level Two Green Schools through the King County Green Schools program.
The program has three levels, which involve students and staff in…MORE
Highline Times - News
Sonics arena not a slam dunk; Port sees problems
Fri, 06/22/12
Fans who attended the joyous Seattle SuperSonics rally in Pioneer Square June 15 to cheer for the return of their favorite team to the proposed sports arena in SoDo may have thought the deal was a slam-dunk, a win-win for the city. However,…MORE
Martin on controversial CARES: Why something so right called so wrong?
Thu, 06/21/12
Summarizing a June 18 report to the Burien City Council on the city’s controversial CARES animal control program, City Manager Mike Martin said Burien is saving $100,000-$300,000 a year with CARES.
“Never in my career, have I seen…MORE
Burien Council steps back from Kids and Cops Initiative
Thu, 06/21/12
There will be no “Kids and Cops” Initiative on the Burien ballot this November.
Without a formal vote, Burien City Council members decided June 18 to not move forward on the proposal.
As introduced by City Manager Mike Martin the…MORE
Alaska Airlines pilots buy equipment for new Burien special needs facility
Thu, 06/21/12
Press release:
A $14,150 grant from the Alaska Airlines Pilots Charitable Fund (AAPCF) to Dynamic Partners and Children’s Therapy Center will help provide therapy for thousands of children with disabilities in South King County.
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Primary election comes even earlier this year—Aug. 7
Thu, 06/21/12
Press release: If you think that the Primary Election is coming earlier than normal, you’re right. Starting in 2012, our Primary Election is taking place on the first Tuesday in August – this year it’s Aug. 7. For the past few years, it had been…MORE
Free shuttle service for seniors in SeaTac and Tukwila announced
Thu, 06/21/12
Press release:
The Hyde Shuttle began operating a combined route in the cities of SeaTac and Tukwila June 4. The Hyde Shuttle provides free rides to seniors (55 years of age or older) and to people with disabilities. It is a cooperative…MORE
Highline College receives sculpture for 50th anniversary
Wed, 06/20/12
Press release:
Highline Community College has received a generous gift to commemorate its 50th anniversary and to conclude the year of celebrations.
Highline alumni, Junki and Linda Yoshida, of Yoshida’s Gourmet Sauce, donated the…MORE
Burien Parks & Rec seeks volunteers to assist with the Downtown Burien mural July 16 - Aug 11
Wed, 06/20/12
At the June 18th Burien City Council meeting, Burien Arts Commission Chair Virginia Wright and Public Art Chair Andrea Reay presented artist Augustina Droze’s design for the mural to be painted on the Dollar Tree Building on 4th Ave SW across…MORE
Candidate Andrew Hughes challenges Congressman Jim McDermott; "Put your assets into blind trust"
Wed, 06/20/12
Seattle Democrat, tax attorney Andrew Hughes, is running against Congressman Jim McDermott, 7th District, in the upcoming election. McDermott has won 12 consecutive elections, and is hoping for lucky 13. In our area, the 7th District includes…MORE
