South Seattle Community College President Gary Oertli invited the community to an afternoon reception on campus today to celebrate the start of a new College year. After giving his gracious speech, a surprise dancer appeared, circled the floor in…MORE
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Submarine spotted off Alki, two Coast Guard ships follow
Thu, 09/22/11
A submarine was spotted working it's way around Alki, then heading north, followed by two Coast Guard ships. About a dozen onlookers, some with binoculars positioned themselves on Alki by the Beachhouse.
MOREUPDATE: Hair salon in White Center robbed
Thu, 09/22/11
The Jali Studio Hair Salon on 16th Ave S.W. in White Center was robbed on the afternoon of Sept. 22.
King County Sheriff's Office spokesman John Urquhart said two armed suspects entered the business and took the salon owners iPod, phone…MORE
Rat City Roller Prom crowns King & Queen
Thu, 09/22/11
Kate Beesley, of West Seattle, and Steve Hensyel were crowned queen and king of the Rat City Prom under the mirror ball at Southgate Roller RInk last night- quite an honor, and a touching moment. This, on the king's 40th birthday.
"I threw…MORE
Mayor Mike McGinn to sign paid sick days ordinance into law
Thu, 09/22/11
press release: Please join Mayor Mike McGinn, Councilmember Nick Licata, members of the Seattle City Council and the Seattle Coalition for a Healthy Workforce for the Mayor’s signing and a celebration of Seattle’s new Paid Sick Days ordinance,…MORE
Today's aggressive driving report- Only one driver caught at nearly 80 mph on West Seattle Bridge
Thu, 09/22/11
Even if you are late for something important, and no matter what you think of the 45 mph limit on the West Seattle Bridge, speeding over it at 78 mph is going to get you a ticket.
Here's today's report from the Aggressive Driving Response…MORE
Amanda Knox, long strange trip may begin to end tonight in court
Thu, 09/22/11
The appeal trial of West Seattle raised Amanda Knox, serving 26 years for stabbing her roommate Meredith Kercher to death in Italy four years ago, and that of her then boyfriend, Raffaele Sollecito, is coming to a close. Tomorrow morning, Sept.…MORE
When they close the viaduct, how will you get downtown?
Wed, 09/21/11
West Seattleites facing delays in getting to and from downtown Seattle during the nine day viaduct closure set to begin Oct. 21 can use a variety of routes and methods to avoid the issue or at least make it more tolerable.
Depending on…MORE
"Team Tracy" raises $40,000 for breast cancer research during 3-day walk
Wed, 09/21/11
By Steve Shay
Talk about girl power, "Team Tracy" did it again, with 16 ladies, including team-leader, West Seattle's Tracy Dart, a breast cancer survivor, raising $40,000 for breast cancer research during the Susan G. Koman 3-Day for the…MORE
Changes are in store for the Juneau Street Market
Wed, 09/21/11
The Juneau Street Market has changed hands again, as of Sept. 1 and the new owner, Sam Ibrahim has some plans in the works to bring more food, and services to the location at 5901 Calfornia Ave. s.w.
Within the next 30 days he will add…MORE