PODCAST: Stabbing at local restaurant; Burien vs FAA?; Jack Mayne & more…
Here's episode #69 of our SoKing News Podcast Weekly Recap, which is sponsored by a generous grant from J-Lab's Encore Media Entrepreneurs program, supported with funding from the Ethics and Excellence in Journalism Foundation, and the Nicholas B. Ottaway Foundation: SoKing News Weekly Recap for Sept. 23-26, 2016: Stabbing at local restaurant; Burien City Council wants to meet with FAA about increase in airplane noise; Susan Enfield opens up about school policy; Puget Sound Weather Geek forecast; Jack Mayne commentary on fighting the FAA; ‘The Final Take’ & more…; Please share this Podcast – just press the Menu button above and elect 'Share'! ...
The Elephant in the Locker Room: Let’s Rate Performance Based on Expectations, Shall We?
By Greg Wright Through most of my years of primary and secondary education, I was accustomed to seeing report card comments like, "Greg could do better." Aside from my stellar sixth-grade year, I coasted along with Bs and Cs and had a reputation as an underachiever. I didn't really know why, though. I didn't think I was exceptionally smart or anything. Well, I found out why in 10th grade when the results of the PSAT came back. My numbers were off the charts, and I was a "National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist." They had to tell me, I guess, because it was big ...
Superintendent Enfield opens up about suspension policy at public session
Click the 'Play' button to hear the unedited, raw audio of Monday night's 'Conversation with the Superintendent': [embed]http://b-townblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/ConvWithEnfield091916.mp3[/embed] By Jack Mayne Photos by Scott Schaefer With an eye towards being open with parents and staff, Highline Public Schools Superintendent Susan Enfield held a public meeting at Highline High School Monday night (Sept. 19), that resulted in detailed conversations over the controversial in-school suspensions that some say lack adequate punishments for repeat and often dangerous student offenders. Enfield said the district has refined, and will continue to shape the in-school suspensions, so that those in need of more serious help will get it from hired professionals ...
Online registration for the Brat Trot 5K Fundraiser ends Thursday, Sept. 29!
Have you registered for the Oct. 2 Burien Brat Trot yet? Online registration closes next Thursday, Sept. 29 at midnight: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE! The Burien Brat Trot is a flat and fast 5k and one mile race throughout the streets of Burien followed by the best street party around... Bavarian Fest – complete with beer gardens, live bands, pretzels, sausage, beer fraus, bouncy toys, food trucks, cavorting, and carousing! Check out this Brat Trot SWAG for 2016: Presidential Race T! Brat Trot Beanie! $10 on race day or included with your V.I.P. Pub crawl registration: Strideline Socks! Limited supply! Available on Race Day: Pub Crawl is Friday, Sept. 30! Do the ...
FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Sin and Waffles.
by Dave Markwell About 1 pm on a Tuesday afternoon, I walked by my son’s bedroom and instead of being annoyed by the fact that he was still asleep, (which did not surprise me since when I woke up at 5:30 am he was still milling about the house) I was moved nearly to tears. I was awe-struck by his goodness, intelligence-both emotional and intellectual, his humor and his heart. As I stood and looked at my sleeping boy, I truly and deeply felt the special love that only a father can have for a son. It was nice to be ...
Past the Popcorn: Oscar Bait is Not Enough to Make Light Between Oceans Shine
by Jeff Walls Based on the 2012 novel of the same name by M.L. Stedman, The Light Between Oceans is being adapted for the big screen by writer/director Derek Cianfrance, whose previous films Blue Valentine and The Place Beyond the Pines have won him some critical praise and indie cred, but have not yet broken him through with most audiences. The subject matter given to him by the novel combined with the A-list cast he has assembled makes this movie an instant Oscar contender on paper. Oscars are not won on paper, though. They are won on the silver screen and this ...
Pokémon Go signs posted at Marina; Facebook page & letter sent out to players
As many of Readers know, the Pokémon Go game craze continues in Des Moines, especially around the Marina and Beach Park. Dozens, sometimes hundreds of "Trainers" (aka Players) continue to show up and wander around the area, playing the game while walking and looking mostly at their smartphones. As we first reported last week, this revolutionary new game has created a concern amongst residents, who have complained about after-hours players abusing public spaces with unwanted noise, litter, alcohol, drug use and more – often going into the wee hours of the morning while searching for virtual critters. This week, the City responded by creating ...
FOLLOWUP: Girls’ Lemonade Stand brings in over $4,000 for Police
As we previously reported, Natalie & Lilah Nutting – daughters of Des Moines Councilmember Jeremy Nutting – hosted a Lemonade Stand Fundraiser to raise funds for the Des Moines Police Foundation on Aug. 15. The two girls raised a total (to date) of $4,031.85, including a $1,500 match that was made based on the dollars raised on the day of the event. Visitors to the stand included Superior Court Judge Veronica Galvan, Washington State Representative Tina Orwall, City of Des Moines Mayor Matt Pina, City Councilmember and Former Mayor Dave Kaplan, City Councilmember and South King Fire & Rescue Deputy Chief Vic ...
PODCAST: Des Moines grapples with Pokémon Go craze, weather & more
Here's episode #65 of our SoKing News Podcast Weekly Recap, which is sponsored by a generous grant from J-Lab's Encore Media Entrepreneurs program, supported with funding from the Ethics and Excellence in Journalism Foundation, and the Nicholas B. Ottaway Foundation: SoKing News Weekly Recap for Aug. 26-29, 2016: Woman critically injured in bus vs car crash; fire hits popular SeaTac pub; Des Moines grapples with Pokémon Go players; airplane noise increasing in Burien; Puget Sound Weather Geek; Jack Mayne commentary on Pokémon Go & more… Please share this Podcast – just press the Menu button above and elect 'Share'! You can also subscribe, hear ...
Free ‘Science on the Sound’ series offers range of topics at Highline’s MaST Center
Community members can hear from local, regional and national experts during free monthly presentations at Highline College’s Marine Science and Technology (MaST) Center. The ‘Science on the Sound’... [Read more]
LETTER: Former Burien Councilmember: ‘Why I’m voting yes for schools Nov. 8’
[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written by a Reader. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The Waterline Blog nor its staff:] Why I’m voting yes for schools Nov.... [Read more]
PODCAST: Stabbing at local restaurant; Burien vs FAA?; Jack Mayne & more…
Here’s episode #69 of our SoKing News Podcast Weekly Recap, which is sponsored by a generous grant from J-Lab’s Encore Media Entrepreneurs program, supported with funding from the Ethics... [Read more]
The Elephant in the Locker Room: Let’s Rate Performance Based on Expectations, Shall We?
By Greg Wright Through most of my years of primary and secondary education, I was accustomed to seeing report card comments like, “Greg could do better.” Aside from my stellar sixth-grade year,... [Read more]
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Wanolitto’s Musings for Saturday’s FINAL Des Moines Farmers Market of 2016!
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Superintendent Enfield opens up about suspension policy at public session
Click the ‘Play’ button to hear the unedited, raw audio of Monday night’s ‘Conversation with the Superintendent’: http://b-townblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/ConvWithEnfield091916.mp3 By... [Read more]
Online registration for the Brat Trot 5K Fundraiser ends Thursday, Sept. 29!
Have you registered for the Oct. 2 Burien Brat Trot yet? Online registration closes next Thursday, Sept. 29 at midnight: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE! The Burien Brat Trot is a flat and fast 5k and... [Read more]
PODCAST: Burglar caught on camera; Jack Mayne on paid parking & more…
Here’s episode #68 of our SoKing News Podcast Weekly Recap, which is sponsored by a generous grant from J-Lab’s Encore Media Entrepreneurs program, supported with funding from the Ethics... [Read more]
The Elephant in the Locker Room: Turnovers Redux, and the Best Thing about the Rams
By Greg Wright Sadly, the 2016 season has opened yet again with an anemic offensive performance. Gladly, it ended in a win. Sadly, in a development piggybacking on the preseason trend, the Hawks started... [Read more]
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FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Sin and Waffles.
by Dave Markwell About 1 pm on a Tuesday afternoon, I walked by my son’s bedroom and instead of being annoyed by the fact that he was still asleep, (which did not surprise me since when I woke up at... [Read more]
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Wanolitto’s Musings for this Saturday’s Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market
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Expect extended overnight work on southbound I-5 this weekend
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REMINDER: Zombie Fest is SATURDAY at Normandy Park Towne Center!
Mackenzie Bull won the 2015 kid’s costume contest with this amazing, haunting look. Photo by Scott Schaefer. REMINDER: Join 2,000+ zombies this Saturday, Sept. 17 for Zombie Fest Northwest, a free, FUN... [Read more]
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