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Since the first time we showed this now-famous skyline scene, you’ve probably seen dozens of variations. But look closely at Scott Nelson‘s photograph taken from Jack Block Park tonight, and you just might notice a few extra touches – other buildings getting more subtly into the spirit. Then off to the north, the beacon of victory hope shining up from the Space Needle:

That photo also is courtesy of Scott. Meantime, Karen shared the next one – not visible from West Seattle, but if you drive northbound on Highway 99, as we noticed last night, it’s crystal clear:

That building is The Wave, part of the Stadium Place development, built on what used to be part of a parking lot north of CLink.

GAME-RELATED SIDE NOTES: If you’re going to the game in person and thinking about taking the bus, here are the schedules and related info. We got a text today asking if the Water Taxi has special game runs – sorry, NOT during the winter (it doesn’t run on Sundays at all). If you’re staying in West Seattle to watch and not so sure you want to just do that at home – a WSB Facebook friend asked for suggestions; see the replies here (and add your suggestion[s]!).

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Followup: Crowdfunding boost sought by South Seattle CC aviation-maintenance students’ team chasing dream

January 18, 2014 9:21 pm

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Since we reported January 10th on those South Seattle Community College (WSB sponsor) Aviation Maintenance Technology students’ plan for national competition a week and a half ago, they’ve encountered a hitch: They’re short on funding for the trip to the competition in Las Vegas in late March. Team member CrystalRose Hudelson explains, “The school has been gracious enough to pay for our training and supplies and been very supportive. However, (this week) we were informed that they have a lack of funds for our hotel and travel expenses. If we cannot get the funding, we cannot afford to go. Two of our girls are international students seeking a good education in America. One of our teammates is a single mother raising two children. Another member works full time and pays for her education solely out of overtime worked. And the last woman saved up her money and gave up her booming career at Microsoft to follow her dream in aviation.” This is an all-woman team representing a 96-percent-male program, hoping to draw more women into their field. So instead of giving up short of the goal, they have launched a crowdfunding drive – the online equivalent of a donation jar. Here’s the link. (Or, if you have or know a business or person who might be interested in sponsorship, here’s their proposal document with sponsorship information.)

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Video: 35th SW memorial walk, report #1

January 18, 2014 5:58 pm

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| Safety | West Seattle news

If you drive, ride, walk, or roll past the northeast corner of 35th/Graham in High Point in the hours/days ahead, you will see the tribute created during this afternoon’s memorial walk honoring James St. Clair, hit and killed while crossing there last month, just weeks after moving to this area. The bicyclist who died at that same intersection seven years earlier, Susanne Scaringi, was also a new West Seattleite; between the deaths of those two much-loved people, three others died along 35th SW, and all were mentioned today as reasons to make it a safer street. The event organized by Seattle Neighborhood Greenways and peninsula-based groups included members of Mr. St. Clair’s family, High Point residents, and safety advocates from around the city, including former Mayor Mike McGinn:

Mr. St. Clair’s niece Darlene Saxby spoke of how much she would miss him, and how she hoped his death will lead to changes that could save other lives:

Some who were on hand have the power to help make that happen, including Councilmember Tom Rasmussen:

Honoring Mr. St. Clair’s Tlingit roots, a fellow former resident of Hoonah, Alaska, Gene Tagaban, drummed and sang:

And then a sight that many were talking about long afterward – an eagle overhead:

The eagle eventually moved on – as did the participants, some staying behind to reflect, about 20 moving on to convene at Neighborhood House’s High Point Center to spend more than an hour talking about what should and could be done to reduce the chance of more deaths and injuries on 35th SW. That is what we’re writing about for the forthcoming second report – including what could be different this time, since, as some participants observed, past tragedies led to many meetings that to date have not followed by change.

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Followup: Warren Lawless’s memorial set for next Saturday

January 18, 2014 4:01 pm

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Memorial plans are now set for longtime West Seattle community advocate and entrepreneur E. Warren Lawless, who died last Monday at 95. When we reported on Mr. Lawless’s passing, we promised an update when the memorial details were announced; we have now received them from the Kiwanis Club of West Seattle, which honored him just last year for a half-century of service. The memorial is planned for 2-5 pm next Saturday (January 25th) at the West Seattle Golf Course clubhouse (4470 35th SW), with a program starting at 3 pm. Mr. Lawless’s family invites everyone “to bring their memories and share with all.” You can read more about Mr. Lawless’s storied life, in this remembrance published by the Western University of Health Sciences, for which he served as a board member for more than 30 years. (WSB photo from last month’s Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast)

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Stolen swine sought: Endolyne Joe’s looking for pilfered pig

January 18, 2014 12:16 pm

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If you have been to Endolyne Joe’s (WSB sponsor) in Fauntleroy recently, you might have noticed that flyer. In case you haven’t – the restaurant is asking us now to get the word out more widely. As explained by Rich:

Within the last month, someone decided it a good idea to take one of our decorations. It was a two-foot-tall wooden pig named “Danny.” We are not interested in prosecuting the offender. We are not interested in getting anyone in trouble. We just want our pig back. It has been a part of this restaurant since we opened. Kids have measured their growth by standing next to the pig. … We are offering a case of bacon to the person that gets our pig back…NO QUESTIONS ASKED!

Tips? The restaurant is reachable at 206-937-5637. Or, drop Danny off back at the restaurant at 9261 45th SW.

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West Seattle Soccer Club’s Chris Twombley honored with national coaching award

January 18, 2014 8:50 am

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(US Youth Soccer photo of Chris Twombley, via Instagram)
For the second time in three years, West Seattle Soccer Club is celebrating a National Coach of the Year award from US Youth Soccer. This time, WSSC board member Tim McMonigle tells WSB, it’s for National Girls Recreation Coach of the Year, just announced Friday night at a gala attended by more than 1,000 people: “Chris Twombley has been coaching in the West Seattle Soccer Club for 12+ years and is a great representative for our youth. He made his way up the award hierarchy, winning the award for our Association, District, State, Region, and now at the National level back at an awards ceremony in Philadelphia. We are very proud of him.” Twombley’s award-winning style was described in the official announcement:

Any player looking to get in the game can find a welcoming home on Chris Twombley’s team at West Seattle Soccer Club. Twombley communicates well with his players and provides a positive energy. He uses soccer to teach lessons and build character, and acts as a role model for his players to follow. Off the field, Chris is always offering to help and volunteer in any way the club may need.

In 2011, WSSC’s Jean Robinson won the same award for boys-team coaching, and McMonigle observes, “Both of these very visible national awards have put West Seattle and the West Seattle Soccer Club on the national soccer map.” WSSC’s spring-season registration opens February 1st.
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West Seattle Saturday: Pancakes with Lions; ‘Reptile Man’; 35th SW memorial walk; music; more…

January 18, 2014 6:15 am

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We start today’s highlights list with a traffic reminder:

Until tomorrow morning, WSDOT is closing multiple lanes (the number might fluctuate) on northbound I-5, not too far past the entrance from the West Seattle Bridge. So 99 or other alternatives are recommended! Or – don’t leave the peninsula at all, because PLENTY is going on:

WEST SEATTLE LIONS CLUB PANCAKE BREAKFAST: As previewed here yesterday, the Lions Club of West Seattle hopes to see you this morning, 8 am-11 am, for a benefit breakfast with pancakes, sausage, eggs, orange juice, coffee, and tea on the menu, only $6/person, $4 for kids under 10, free for kids under 4. Senior Center of West Seattle. (California/Oregon)

HELP WITH AN EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT: 9 am-3:30 pm, your help would be welcome in the West Duwamish Greenbelt near South Seattle Community College (WSB sponsor), building a turnpike. Hot drinks and lunch provided; bring your own gloves. Meet Scout Tristan and your fellow volunteers in the north parking lot of SSCC. (6000 16th SW)

SCHOOL OPEN HOUSES: The Cove School at 9:30 am (details in our calendar listing), Community School of West Seattle 10 am-2 pm (calendar listing here).

REPTILE MAN: 10:30 am at High Point Community Center, bring the kids to be thrilled by the famous Reptile Man! If you haven’t bought tickets in advance, it’s $7 at the door. Details in our calendar listing. (6920 34th SW)

MEMORIAL WALK/35TH SW SAFETY: Join safety-advocacy groups in honoring the memory of 69-year-old James St. Clair, killed while crossing 35th last month, with a memorial walk starting at 1 pm outside High Point Branch Library (35th/Raymond), proceeding south to where he was hit (35th/Graham), and concluding at Neighborhood House’s High Point Center (Sylvan/Lanham) to talk about safety with city reps and others.

MUSIC AT HOTWIRE: 5:30-6:30 pm, singer/songwriter Andrew Wurtz performs at Hotwire Online Coffeehouse (WSB sponsor), also featuring vocalist Madison Boyce. (4410 California SW)

MEET THE ARTIST: 7 pm at ArtsWest, free event celebrating the new Dee Dee Redux exhibition by artist Deborah Faye Lawrence – details in our calendar listing. (4711 California SW)

MEET THE AUTHOR: Danny Bland reads from “In Case We Die” tonight at Twilight Gallery/Boutique, 8 pm, free – details in our calendar listing. (4306 SW Alaska)

KISS TRIBUTE: Check out the all-star lineup for KISS Unplugged tonight at 9:30 pm at Feedback Lounge (WSB sponsor) – members from more than a dozen local bands. (6451 California SW)

LOTS MORE ON THE CALENDAR – including more nightlife options; see for yourself here!

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High-school basketball: Division-leading WSHS girls @ conference-leading Holy Names; other Friday night scores

January 18, 2014 5:05 am

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(West Seattle’s #21, Gabby Sarver, with 10 points on the night)

For WSB: photos by Patrick Sand, text by Tracy Record

All the local high-school basketball action Friday night was on the road – topped by the marquee game, West Seattle High School‘s girls-varsity faceoff at Holy Names Academy on Capitol Hill, two division-leading teams with big win streaks going as the game began. When it was over, the Wildcats’ streak had been snapped with a 63-48 loss – but that final score didn’t reflect the intensity of the second half, as WSHS went on a comeback tear before falling back.

The Wildcats’ #10 Charli Elliott (photo above), second-leading WSHS scorer of the night with 13 points, got two of them in the first basket of the game. Then the Cougars went on a 10-point run before WSHS managed to score again – with Elliott sinking a foul shot – and they were up 18-5 at the end of the first quarter. WSHS managed to wrangle themselves plenty of shots, but didn’t convert enough of them to keep pace until late in the second quarter, and they went into halftime down 34-18.

“Whole new half!” shouted a member of the spirited Wildcats’ cheering section as the second half tipped off, and once again, Elliott was the first to score, with a basket shortly after the half began.

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