California SW is at least partly blocked between Oregon and Alaska in The Junction right now because of that multiple-car crash. At least one person is hurt, though the injuries aren’t likely major – a private ambulance is at the scene. Not sure how long it’ll take to clear, but if you’re headed that way, you’ll want to detour onto 42nd or 44th.

WSB’s Katie Meyer is at the scene and says the white car in the photo above this line was reported to be U-turning when the black car (top photo) collided with it.

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Update: Seattle Fire response at The Kenney; everyone’s OK

October 11, 2014 9:34 pm

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9:34 PM: A full “fire in building” response is headed to The Kenney (WSB sponsor) at 7125 Fauntleroy Way SW right now. The initial report is that a chair is on fire in a room there.

9:40 PM: Firefighters have since amended that to “food on the stove.” No injuries reported. Not even enough smoke to require extra ventilation, according to scanner discussion. But we’re headed over to doublecheck.

9:54 PM: Our crew’s just back from checking at the scene to verify that everyone’s OK – they are, and the remaining fire crews have packed up and left.

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West Seattle Crime Watch: Fauntleroy search; Arbor Heights theft

October 11, 2014 8:12 pm

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Two West Seattle Crime Watch notes tonight:

FAUNTLEROY SEARCH: Many were wondering about the police presence in Fauntleroy, near Lincoln Park and the ferry dock, since late afternoon. Officers told us they were looking for a “felony warrant suspect” who had been seen in the area, near the bus stop by the dock. No new incident/crime, apparently, but this was someone they were looking for. We don’t know whether they’ve found that suspect yet, and we don’t have details of the warrant.

PACKAGE THEFT: Fumiko in Arbor Heights (near 35th/100th) says she’s been hit by package thieves for the third and final time, and she’s just not going to get home deliveries any more. Her iPhone 6, delivered by UPS at 3:55 pm, was gone when she got home Thursday night and: “This is the third time an UPS or USPS delivered package went missing from my property (front porch and side door).”

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West Seattle Weather Watch: Saturday night thunder, after rainbows

October 11, 2014 6:28 pm

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(Photo tweeted by Patrick Gerding, looking this way from Vashon ferry)
6:28 PM: We’re not seeing it in the forecast, but that is most definitely thunder rolling through – and lightning. No short-term alerts, either. Rainbows earlier, though!

7:02 PM: Seems to have quieted down. “Low level instability,” explains MetPatrick, via Twitter. Meantime, thanks for more photos from the sky sights before sunset – dark clouds behind the gleaming skyline, in this photo from Melody in Admiral:

The second rainbow seemed to emerge from the base of the main rainbow, in an unusual “V” configuration, as you can see in this photo from Russ:

7:11 PM: The National Weather Service, whose forecasts hadn’t mentioned thunderstorms, just tweeted: “Line of heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms from Sea-Tac to east of Enumclaw will move SE and weaken in the next hour.”

7:37 PM: The photo above is from Lise in High Point. In comments, Emily offers an explanation.

7:54 PM: One more rainbow view:

Don Brubeck caught that angle from Alki. Looking ahead in the forecast – Monday looks very rainy – get those storm drains cleared of leaves before the weekend’s out!

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West Seattle weekend scene: Washington Green Schools @ WSHS

October 11, 2014 3:57 pm

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The showers that moved through earlier didn’t stop some of the hard-working volunteers on the West Seattle High School campus for a morning of special attention from volunteers with Washington Green Schools. WSHS was chosen as a location for volunteer help on a statewide day of service, with visitors “including highly skilled gardeners and carpenters” and donated materials including chips and lumber, according to the announcement we received. Along with WSHS volunteers, the WGS visitors worked on planting areas around the campus. Our photo is from the sign fronting California SW, a site that will be part of the Steps at Stevens project.

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Traffic alert: Bridge ramp to NB 99 blocked

October 11, 2014 1:45 pm

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Thanks for the tips about traffic trouble on the eastbound bridge – a spinout is blocking the ramp to northbound 99.

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West Seattle Crime Watch: Stolen Acura, with new car seat inside

October 11, 2014 1:21 pm

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The car is 20 years old – the car seat inside, brand-new – in this West Seattle Crime Watch reader report from Tunisia:

Hi, I just wanted to let you know that last night my husband’s car was stolen. It’s a teal 94 Acura Integra hatchback with visible body damage. There’s dents in the back bumper and a debt on the hood. To make matters worse, our daughter’s brand new car seat was in there. We live on 40th Ave inbetween Oregon and Alaska. The same street where the Honda Fit was messed with :(

If you think you’ve seen it, call 911, as the SPD @getyourcarback stolen-car Twitter feed always advises.

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West Seattle weekend scene: Getting ready for Oktoberfest

October 11, 2014 1:03 pm

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While covering the “walkshed” tour in The Junction/Triangle this morning (story to come), we stopped by the Masonic Center to peek at preps for the Rotary Club of West Seattle‘s first-ever Oktoberfest, one of the events in our preview for today/tonight. Above, Rotarians Len Burton-Hardin of Howden-Kennedy and Dotty Hughes of Washington Federal were working inside; the crew decorating outside included Gary Potter of Potter Construction (WSB sponsor):

The German food and beer, oompah music, etc. are all set to start around 6 tonight. Proceeds benefit the Rotary’s community work including the annual – not too far off! Children’s Holiday Shopping Spree and the school-supplies-collecting Pencil Me In For Kids. Ticket info for tonight’s event is here.

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2 ‘Parents Night Out’ events ahead in West Seattle

October 11, 2014 10:30 am

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If you’re making plans for special events coming up later this month – you might be interested in one or both of these two “Parents’ Night Out” events:

OCTOBER 24: The West Seattle High School junior class ASB is offering this 5:30-10 pm as a fundraiser:

This event is for kids ages 3 (potty trained) to 11. Cost is $25 per child or $20 with 2 or more cans of food that will be donated to the West Seattle Food Bank. This includes pizza, snacks, crafts, games and movie! Many of the sitters are CPR trained. Reserve your spot today! Call Gabby at 206 935-6517 or email wshspno@hotmail.com

NOVEMBER 1: At Straight Blast Gym (WSB sponsor) in North Delridge, they’re offering both an evening option, 6-9 pm, or overnight (as late as 10 am the next day). Contact and registration information is in our calendar listing.

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West Seattle Saturday: Oktoberfest; ‘Meaningful Movie’; Junction walkshed tour; longhouse celebration; more!

October 11, 2014 6:30 am

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(Dogwood berries, photographed by WSB’s Katie Meyer)
Welcome to the weekend! If you’re not already all booked up, consider some of the highlights from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

DAKOTA PLACE PARK CLEANUP: 9 am-noon, bring your labeled tools and lend a hand during the fall volunteer party at Dakota Place Park – details in our calendar listing. (California/Dakota)

WSHS GREEN SCHOOLS DAY OF SERVICE: 9:30 am-12:30 pm, dozens of volunteers from Washington Green Schools will be hard at work on the southeast side of the West Seattle High School campus as part of their statewide day of service. Students and community members are invited to come help! Details in our calendar listing. (3000 block Walnut)

WEST SEATTLE JUNCTION ‘WALKSHED’ TOUR & TALK: 10 am, meet at Junction Plaza Park for a “community conversation” on foot about The Junction’s past, present, and future, with Seattle Planning Commission members who also happen to be your West Seattle neighbors. More info in this report from last weekend. (42nd/Alaska)

DUWAMISH INDIGENOUS PEOPLE’S DAY: 10 am-5 pm, free event at the Duwamish Tribe Longhouse in West Seattle:

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day with Chief Seattle’s Duwamish Tribe at the Duwamish Longhouse. Sing, dance & drum 1-3 pm with Duwamish heritage group “Singing Feet”- winner of a 2012 Seattle Mayor’s Arts Award. Chief Seattle’s Speech film at 11am. Princess Angeline film at 11:30 am. Exhibits/Art Gallery 10-5.

Here’s the Facebook event page. (4705 W. Marginal Way SW)

ANNIVERSARY: As noted here earlier this week, Second Gear Sports in Morgan Junction is celebrating its first anniversary today, starting at 10 am. (6529 California SW)

PLANT SALE: 11 am-3 pm, celebrate fall planting season by shopping the South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) Garden Center. North side of campus. (6000 16th SW)

‘PUMPKIN JUNCTION’ BEGINS: The Beer Junction‘s festival of pumpkin beers starts today – details on TBJ’s website. (4511 California SW)

ROCK GARDEN CEREMONY: As previewed here Friday, the South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) Arboretum‘s Coenosium Rock Garden will be celebrated today in a ceremony for its new status as an American Conifer Society Reference Garden. All are welcome at the event, ceremony at 1, refreshments and tour 2-3:30 pm, on the north side of the SSC campus on Puget Ridge. (6000 16th SW)

OKTOBERFEST: The Rotary Club of West Seattle presents its first-ever Oktoberfest tonight, 6-9 pm at the Masonic Center in The Junction. 21+. Fundraiser for projects such as the annual Children’s Holiday Shopping Spree. Details in our calendar listing. (40th/Edmunds)

‘THE LINESTRIDER CODEX‘: 6-9 pm at Twilight in The Junction, reception for Siolo Thompson‘s tarot-themed collection. (Alaska/California)

WEST SEATTLE MEANINGFUL MOVIES: 7 pm (doors open at 6:30), “The Power of Forgiveness” is this month’s movie. Free (donations accepted); discussion follows the film. Neighborhood House’s High Point Center. (6400 Sylvan Way)

MORE SATURDAY NIGHTLIFE: See the listings on our calendar!

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