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Julia Patterson
 Donates “Retired” Van To Sea Mar Health Centers
King County Councilmember Julia Patterson donated a “retired” eight-passenger van to Sea Mar Community Health Centers Wednesday (Jan. 20th), in an effort to help South King County’s growing... [Read more]
YMCA’s Fundraising Drive Exceeds $40 Million Goal By $800K
In a down economy, it’s always reassuring to hear of successful fundraising efforts, and the Greater Seattle YMCA has some great news – their recent $40 million capital campaign has not only... [Read more]
Help “Out-Plant” Salmon Fry This Saturday In Miller Creek
Here’s a rare opportunity to have a real, unique yet very effective hands-on experience helping local wildlife – a salmon fry “out-planting” will be taking place this Saturday,... [Read more]
Welcome Our Latest Advertiser: W. Tracy Codd, Lawyer
The B-Town Blog would like to welcome our newest Advertiser – the Law Offices of W. Tracy Codd! He’s the new guy in our “Page Peel” Ad spot in the upper right corner. Tracy’s... [Read more]
ALERT: All Lanes Of I-5 Northbound Closed At SR-599 Tonight
The Washington State Department of Transportation wants folks to be aware that all lanes of northbound I-5 at SR-599 in Tukwila will be closed tonight (Tues., Jan. 19th) beginning at 11:30pm and continuing... [Read more]
“Upchuck” Benefit For Families & Friends Of Violent Crimes Victims Is Feb. 20th
The third annual “UpChuck” memorial, named after the late Charles “UpChuck” Moore, will be Saturday, Feb. 20th at The Barrel Tavern, located at 11051 First Ave South. This annual... [Read more]
Cops Bust Men Responsible For Takeover Robberies, Including SeaTac Casino
The King County Sheriff’s Department announced Tuesday (Jan. 19th) that they have arrested two men they allege had committed numerous “takeover” robberies, including the Jan. 13th one... [Read more]
City Of Burien Holding Blood Drive Monday, Jan. 25th
January is “National Blood Donor Month,” and the city of Burien is holding a blood drive from 10am to 3pm Monday, Jan. 25th at City Hall, and they’re inviting all humans who have blood... [Read more]
Announcing Our Newest Section: Real Estate, Powered By Prudential Northwest!
Today marks a big day in the just over two-year life (so far) of The B-Town Blog, as we’re proud to introduce our newest section and Advertiser: Real Estate Powered by Prudential Northwest! This... [Read more]
Auditions For Hi-Liners’ “High School Musical 2″ Begin Jan. 25th
Burien’s Hi-Liners will be holding auditions for their upcoming production of “High School Musical 2” on Jan. 25th, 29th and 30th, and they’re looking for talent. And for the first... [Read more]
ADVISORY: High Tides May Lead To Minor Flooding Tues./Wed.
The National Weather Service issued an unusual Advisory Monday (Jan. 18th) – this one for a “minor tidal overflow” that will be in effect for Puget Sound Tuesday morning and possibly... [Read more]
Memorial For Cherisse Luxa Will Be Jan. 27th At Mick Kelly’s
A memorial will be held Wednesday night, Jan. 27th at Mick Kelly’s Irish Pub for Cherisse Luxa, 62, founder of Burien’s “Drinking Liberally” group and community activist, who passed... [Read more]
A Few Moments With Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
[EDITOR'S NOTE: We are re-posting this column (originally run Nov. 2, 2008) in honor of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, whose life and work we celebrate today:] “When machines and computers, profit... [Read more]
$14 = An Affordable Valentine’s Date At Burien Little Theatre
Just in Time for Valentine’s Day fun, and priced at an affordable $14 (for two!), Burien Little Theatre presents Arne Zaslove’s 1950’s Rock ‘n’ Roll musical romantic comedy... [Read more]
Make MLK Day A “Day Of Service” For Your Community; Here’s How…
Monday, Jan. 18th is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and to honor his legacy, the local American Red Cross and HOPE worldwide Washington are holding a “Day of Service” where they are seeking volunteers... [Read more]
PHOTOS: 14 Volunteers Work To Clean Up Salmon Creek Ravine Park
Story & Photos by Michael Brunk Perched on the hillside overlooking the Shorewood area is the Salmon Creek Ravine Park. This unimproved wilderness area spreads across 88 acres of mature forest. A network... [Read more]
Man Busted Outside Burien Fred Meyer For Trying To Sell “Cop Killer” Guns
According to The Seattle P-I, a man was busted by Seattle SWAT officers on Jan. 7th outside the Burien Fred Meyer for allegedly trying to sell “cop killer” guns. The story alleges that the... [Read more]
VIDEO: Finally, Here’s Our “No Pants! Link Light Rail” Video
We know there are no excuses for posting this video so late, as the event took place last Sunday (Jan. 10th), but, um…we left our Flip camera in our other pants, and since we weren’t wearing... [Read more]
