The Elephant in the Locker Room: Punt Coverage
By Greg Wright As much as I have heard about Seahawk punter Michael Dickson being a "weapon," I have heard very little about Seattle's punt coverage being a liability. And yet it is, through two games. To back up a little, for those who haven't been following: Michael Dickson declared himself eligible for the draft a year early after his Junior year with the Texas Longhorns. A native of Australia, he had never played American football before he enrolled in an Aussie football clinic designed to teach soccer and Aussie Rules players how to deal with the American game. Within a couple ...
Celebrate the Spanish Castle at the Oddfellows Hall on Friday, Oct. 5
As part of the weekend celebrating the historic Spanish Castle, the Oddfellows Hall in Des Moines is sponsoring a Swing Night on Friday, Oct. 5, 2018, from 6 – 9 p.m. This will be a FREE event, with live music and dancing. According to the Des Moines Historical Society: The Spanish Castle was built in the early 1930s and know as the Highline Spanish Castle. The building looked like a castle and had the initials "H L" on the chimney. It was one of many ballroom dance establishments in the Seattle area. Frankie Roth and later Gordon Greene lead the band. M. W. Morrill ...
VIDEOS/PHOTOS: Zombie Fest Northwest was fun, educational & scary
The 7th annual Zombie Fest Northwest was held at the Normandy Park Towne Center on Saturday, Sept. 15, and who knew that learning about disaster preparedness could be so fun...or scary? Zombies of all ages were everywhere, including pros from The Seattle Thrillers who performed – and taught – their awesome 'Thriller' dance to wannabe zombies. The purpose of this local, annual event – organized by Normandy Park City Councilmember Susan West – is to raise awareness about emergency and disaster preparedness, as well as to raise money for the Highline Schools Foundation, the Friends of Normandy Park Foundation 501(c)(3) and a local food ...
Seattle Southside Chamber: It is a wonderful thing to have a good neighbor, but it is even a greater thing to be a good neighbor
It is a wonderful thing to have a good neighbor, but it is even a greater thing to be a good neighbor. By Andrea H. Reay CEO/President Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce It is a wonderful thing to have a good neighbor, but it is even a greater thing to be a good neighbor. National Good Neighbor Day was created in the early 1970s by Becky Mattson of Lakeside, Montana. In 1978, United States President Jimmy Carter issued Proclamation 4601: “As our Nation struggles to build friendship among the peoples of this world, we are mindful that the noblest human concern is concern for others. Understanding, ...
The Elephant in the Locker Room: About That Pass Rush
By Greg Wright Prepare to hear two things non-stop tonight. First, the thing you already know to be true: Seattle's defense has been ransacked. Of last year's starters, only three or four are likely to be in the lineup tonight: FS Earl Thomas (who has only been with the team a couple weeks now); RCB Shaquill Griffin, in just his second season as a pro; DE Frank Clark (who is now the lead lineman, but was previously in a rotation with Bennett and Avril); and DT Naz Jones (maybe, depending on the whims of coach Ken Norton, Jr., himself in his first ...
VIDEO: Edmiston to Port: ‘What Did You Know and When Did You Know It?’
Here's episode #10 of local activist/filmmaker Steve Edmiston's 'The Briefing' project, where he takes on the Port of Seattle, one Public Comment at a time. Episode #10 is entitled "What Did You Know and When Did You Know It?" "Just added 97,000 more annual flights. Going to add another 80,000. Now, what is the science saying?" [embed]https://youtu.be/zfl5yUymKFg[/embed] Edmiston is responding to an FAA and Port staff briefing in Spring 2017, that he contends was both incomplete and inadequate because it failed to convey, among other things, data on harms being caused to humans and the environment by airplanes. The goals of his documentary project – ...
Des Moines Legacy Foundation’s Arts Gala will be Friday, Sept. 21
The Des Moines Legacy Foundation's 4th Annual Arts Gala will be Friday, Sept. 21 at the Des Moines Beach Park Auditorium, starting at 6:30 p.m. Come support your local arts programs! Meet more than 30 artists in attendance with their fabulous artworks for sale and auction! Tasty hors-d'oeuvres served by Basils along with wine and beer selections. Here is a preview of some of the beautiful art for sale: Artist Daniel Wend Artist David Abeyta Artist Linda Jorza Artist Anita Corby Tickets are $50 and available at Salon Michelle and www.brownpapertickets.com in advance. Tickets will be on sale at the door. Please RSVP your attendance to [email protected]
VIDEO: Resident gives comments at Port of Seattle SAMP Scoping meeting
Des Moines resident and lawyer/filmmaker/activist Steve Edmiston attended the Port of Seattle SAMP Scoping Project meeting at Highline College on Monday night, Sept. 10. Edmiston is filming a documentary called "The Briefing" – about his public comments to Port of Seattle Commissioners on airport issues – and at Monday's public meeting he gave the following detailed comments to a court reporter in the Student Union Building: [embed]https://youtu.be/2xMkae7Rt6k[/embed] Also, Quiet Skies Puget Sound created a 10-question document to assist anyone looking to give comments to the Port; note that the deadline to submit comments on the SAMP is Sept. 28, 2018 (click image to view ...
County Council will likely cut funding for local tourism, give $135M to Safeco Field
By Scott Schaefer On Monday, Sept. 17, the King County Council will likely vote to cut funding for tourism in the south end, yet allocate $135 million in taxpayer money to subsidize the upkeep of Safeco Field. This indication comes from a 5-4 vote by the Committee of the Whole last week. This funding comes from an ongoing stream of money King County will soon receive from a state tax on hotel visits. State law requires the county to spend certain minimum amounts of this new hotel/motel tax money on specific purposes, such as arts/culture and housing. State law also stipulates that the remaining ...
Des Moines City Council sets hearing to change zoning of Landmark on Sound
By Jack Mayne The Des Moines City Council in a study session Thursday night set the public hearing for Sept. 27 to consider reclassifying the Landmark on the Sound from residential Multifamily to an Institutional Campus Zone, as part of ongoing efforts to save in some way the iconic structure. The Council was unanimous in setting the day, but Councilmember Jeremy Nutting recused himself because he is “associated with the Masons,” the owners of the Landmark building, which was formerly a retirement home for Freemasons. Earlier this year, The Waterland Blog told of the potential future of the iconic building. “The main intent ...
The Elephant in the Locker Room: Punt Coverage
By Greg Wright As much as I have heard about Seahawk punter Michael Dickson being a “weapon,” I have heard very little about Seattle’s punt coverage being a liability. And yet it is,... [Read more]
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Celebrate the Spanish Castle at the Oddfellows Hall on Friday, Oct. 5
As part of the weekend celebrating the historic Spanish Castle, the Oddfellows Hall in Des Moines is sponsoring a Swing Night on Friday, Oct. 5, 2018, from 6 – 9 p.m. This will be a FREE event, with... [Read more]
SoCo Culture’s ‘Engaging Trees’ Speaker Series kicks off tonight in Des Moines
SoCo Culture’s Engaging Trees Speaker Series, which explores the vital role of trees in our lives begins TONIGHT – Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018 – in Des Moines. This free event will include a panel... [Read more]
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Come celebrate Madi’s 1st Anniversary with free apps & giveaways this FRIDAY!
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DAL Law Firm: For Sale by Owner Transactions
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VIDEOS/PHOTOS: Zombie Fest Northwest was fun, educational & scary
The 7th annual Zombie Fest Northwest was held at the Normandy Park Towne Center on Saturday, Sept. 15, and who knew that learning about disaster preparedness could be so fun…or scary? Zombies... [Read more]
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘It would be easier to site another airport in the state’
[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written by a Reader. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The B-Town Blog nor its staff:] The attached Scoping comments (download... [Read more]
Josh Gerstman chosen as Vice President for Highline College
Josh Gerstman has been named vice president at Highline College. He will oversee the college’s Institutional Advancement division. The division handles the college’s marketing, communications, alumni... [Read more]
Seattle Southside Chamber: It is a wonderful thing to have a good neighbor, but it is even a greater thing to be a good neighbor
It is a wonderful thing to have a good neighbor, but it is even a greater thing to be a good neighbor. By Andrea H. Reay CEO/President Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce It is a wonderful thing to... [Read more]
The Elephant in the Locker Room: About That Pass Rush
By Greg Wright Prepare to hear two things non-stop tonight. First, the thing you already know to be true: Seattle’s defense has been ransacked. Of last year’s starters, only three or four... [Read more]
VIDEO: Edmiston to Port: ‘What Did You Know and When Did You Know It?’
Here’s episode #10 of local activist/filmmaker Steve Edmiston’s ‘The Briefing’ project, where he takes on the Port of Seattle, one Public Comment at a time. Episode #10 is entitled... [Read more]
REMINDER: Zombie Fest Northwest is this SATURDAY, Sept. 15!
REMINDER: Hundreds of Zombies of all ages will gather for the 7th annual Zombie Fest Northwest, to celebrate the beginning of the haunting and holiday season this SATURDAY, Sept. 15, 2018! This FREE,... [Read more]
Des Moines Legacy Foundation’s Arts Gala will be Friday, Sept. 21
The Des Moines Legacy Foundation’s 4th Annual Arts Gala will be Friday, Sept. 21 at the Des Moines Beach Park Auditorium, starting at 6:30 p.m. Come support your local arts programs! Meet more... [Read more]
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Mmmmm…Weekend Breakfast satisfies at Madi’s Steakhouse in Des Moines
Welcome new Advertiser Madi’s Steakhouse, located on the Marine View Drive strip in lovely downtown Des Moines. Tuesday through Saturday evenings, Madi’s is the home to a blissful Happy Hour and delicious... [Read more]
LETTER: Port of Seattle responds to our story on SAMP Public Commenting
[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written by the Port of Seattle in response to our Sept. 8 story “City request for Town Hall style Question & Answer sessions refused... [Read more]
Two local students receive scholarships from Coast Guard Foundation
The Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to the education and welfare of all Coast Guard members and their families, announced Wednesday, Sept. 12 that it has awarded a record-breaking... [Read more]
VIDEO: Resident gives comments at Port of Seattle SAMP Scoping meeting
Des Moines resident and lawyer/filmmaker/activist Steve Edmiston attended the Port of Seattle SAMP Scoping Project meeting at Highline College on Monday night, Sept. 10. Edmiston is filming a documentary... [Read more]
County Council will likely cut funding for local tourism, give $135M to Safeco Field
By Scott Schaefer On Monday, Sept. 17, the King County Council will likely vote to cut funding for tourism in the south end, yet allocate $135 million in taxpayer money to subsidize the upkeep of Safeco... [Read more]
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