UPDATE: 35th/Fauntleroy crash

February 8, 2025 11:32 pm

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11:32 PM: The crash itself doesn’t look too bad from the traffic cam, but westbound Fauntleroy and northbound 35th are blocked right now just west of the end of the West Seattle Bridge, after two drivers collided in the intersection. At least one is being checked out for possible injuries.

11:49 PM: Checking back on the live SDOT camera, one vehicle is already gone and a tow truck has just arrived for the other one, so this should be cleared before long.

11:56 PM: All clear. (We’ll follow up with SFD on whether anyone was hurt.)

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WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: South Delridge gunfire investigation (updated)

February 8, 2025 9:13 pm

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ORIGINAL SATURDAY NIGHT REPORT: Police found evidence of gunfire in South Delridge after 911 reports about it around 7:40 pm, according to emergency-radio archives. No injuries reported so far. Police found shell casings near 21st/Barton, and an empty gray ~~Kia~~ Avalon – left running – with bullet damage. Witnesses told them the people responsible for the gunfire left the scene in a car, but no consistent description; dispatch later reported the person who had been driving the Avalon called in to say they’d left it after getting shot at. Barton was blocked off for a while as police looked for other evidence, but it’s reopened now.

ADDED SUNDAY MORNING: The police-report summary we obtained this morning includes the info we reported above, with one additional detail: The person who called in about the car declined to come back for it, saying, according to police, “he was already out of the city and would not return.” The car was impounded.

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VIDEO: Mayor visits West Seattle for Lunar New Year festival at Seattle Chinese Garden

February 8, 2025 7:27 pm

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(WSB video/photos)
The Seattle Chinese Garden‘s Lunar New Year festival today not only had a lion-dance “workshop” and children’s crafts…

… it also had a visit from Mayor Bruce Harrell, who spoke for five minutes, preceding a proclamation with a spirited defense of diversity, equity, and inclusion, currently under federal siege:

As the mayor pointed out, north-end City Councilmember Dan Strauss – who has visited Seattle’s Chinese sister city Chongqing, home to the garden’s stylistic inspiration – was also at the festival, which offered music and games as well. The garden’s regular visiting hours are here.

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SEEN OFF WEST SEATTLE: SS Cape Intrepid

February 8, 2025 4:47 pm

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(Photo by Jeremy Barton)

Thanks for the tips and photos! Also seen on Alki this afternoon and getting a lot of attention, the SS Cape Intrepid. No, it’s not a U.S. Navy vessel – the Cape Intrepid is a U.S. Maritime Administration Ready Reserve ship that can support the Navy, and has been moored in Tacoma. Trackers say the Cape Intrepid is out on “sea trials” right now, passing the south end of Whidbey Island.

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VIDEO: Another Alki pro-immigrant march

February 8, 2025 3:26 pm

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(Added: Photo by Bucky Hayes-McQueen)

3:26 PM: More than 100 people are marching along the Alki Trail again today in support of immigrants’ rights. We didn’t hear about it until it was just starting but caught up with the group as it headed east/southbound; they were detouring onto Luna/Anchor Park. Photos/video to come.

(Added: WSB video)

4:09 PM: Above is our roadside video as the group passed just before turning into Luna/Anchor Park. We continued heading south/west and didn’t see any other groups. Listening to police radio, we’re hearing the demonstration is now along Alki Avenue in the 1300 block – one officer had told dispatch a few minutes ago that someone had been assaulted and they were arresting a suspect, though there was no word of whether it involved demonstrator(s) or other(s).

8:38 PM: Here’s what police tell WSB about that:

Two arrests were made at the protest on Alki. One protester was arrested for assaulting another protester in front of officers. The adult was arrested and booked into King County Jail on investigation of assault. The second arrest was of a juvenile that was arrested for obstruction. The juvenile stood in front of a patrol vehicle that had lights activated to prevent it from moving, and was arrested and I & R’d (Identified and Released) to a parent. No injuries or reportable use of force.

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SUNDAY PREVIEW: West Seattle Indivisible

February 8, 2025 1:36 pm

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(Photo courtesy Caroline Goodell)

“We are biased — our bias is toward democracy,” Caroline Goodell says about West Seattle Indivisible, which sent WSB an announcement to let the community know about their meeting Sunday afternoon (February 9). “Our democracy is under threat,” she told WSB by phone. “Our intention is to stand together and fight back in defense of our rights, our communities, and our values.” While the group doesn’t currently organize protests, Goodell says members have participated in demonstrations and encourage civic engagement through actions like calling and writing to senators, in-person advocacy, and voter education. They provide a space for community members to come together, discuss issues and commit to tangible steps toward change. The group meets every two weeks, typically on Sundays. Meetings include check-ins and action-based discussions, where participants gather at tables focused on different political issues and commit to specific actions before the next session. The next meeting is tomorrow from 2:30-4 p.m. at the West Seattle (Admiral) Library (2306 42nd SW).

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YOU CAN HELP: Madison MS PTSA’s Valentine donuts

February 8, 2025 11:18 am

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It’s a sweet tradition for the Madison Middle School PTSA – Krispy Kreme donut sales for Valentine’s Day. So they’re doing it again this year.

Grab a Valentine’s Day donut and support the Madison Middle School PTSA – because nothing says ‘love’ like a donut for a good cause! All proceeds go to our school fund, so it’s a win-win. Orders must be placed here by midnight on February 10: paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=WPN9W53LMNY46 Pick up donuts on Valentine’s Day (2/14) before school from 8:00-9:00 AM.

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WEST SEATTLE SATURDAY: 28 notes!

February 8, 2025 6:07 am

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(Snowy Olympics, photographed Friday by Chris Frankovich)

Here are options for your Saturday, mostly from our West Seattle Event Calendar:

SATURDAY GROUP RUN: Meet at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) at 8 am for the regular Saturday morning run.

HEAVILY MEDITATED: Free community meditation, 9 am at Inner Alchemy‘s sanctuary/studio (3618 SW Alaska).

MINDFUL MOVEMENT HEALING CIRCLE: 9:30 am – details in our calendar listing. (3225 California SW)

INTRODUCTORY WALK: Prelude to the next event – meet at the same spot, 47th/Fauntleroy, 9:30 am, for a flat-terrain 1-mile walk.

WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: Then at 10 am, you’re invited to join others for the weekly walk in Lincoln Park (also meet at 47th/Fauntleroy).

ADMIRAL CO-OP PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: 10 am-11:30 am, prospective families welcome. (3940 41st SW)

ARK PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: 10 am-noon, prospective families welcome. (4113 SW 102nd)

GRIEFSHARE: If you have lost someone close to you, this is for you. 13-week series starts today, 10:30 am, Grace Church (10323 28th SW).

FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 am – “This is a free, weekly, in-person active writing group grounded in the Amherst Writers and Artists method. It is a safe, critique-free space. Writers of all levels welcome, 16 and up.” Our calendar listing has location and RSVP info.

FAMILY STORY TIME: 10:30-11 am at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond), meant for kids 0-5.

WASHINGTON STATE BLACK LEGACY INSTITUTE: Open 11 am-6 pm so you can see the Black History Month art exhibit at the new history institution headquartered at 2656 42nd SW.

LUNAR NEW YEAR AT CHINESE GARDEN: 11 am-3 pm festival at Seattle Chinese Garden on Puget Ridge (6000 16th SW) – see the schedule here, including a scheduled mayoral visit.

FAMILY READING TIME: Canceled again today because Paper Boat Booksellers is moving.

GAME DAY SNACK SAMPLING: Noon-4 pm, visit PCC Community Markets-West Seattle (2749 California SW; WSB sponsor) to try some options for Sunday’s big game, or other snacky occasions.

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM OPEN: The home of West Seattle history is open for your visit, noon-4 pm – see the newest exhibit, about the West Duwamish Greenbelt! (61st/Stevens)

VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER OPEN: The center is open to visitors noon-3 pm, as explained here. (2236 SW Orchard)

VISCON CELLARS TASTING ROOM/WINE BAR: Tasting room open – wine by the glass or bottle – 1-6 pm at Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor).

HAND-BUILD CLAY ANIMALS: 1-3 pm class at The Clay Cauldron with Kirsten. (5214 Delridge Way SW)

SOUTHSIDE REVOLUTION JUNIOR ROLLER DERBY: 4:15 pm, doors open at Southgate Roller Rink (9646 17th SW) for a doubleheader bout – tickets here.

TROOP 284 CELEBRATES 110 YEARS: Dinner and speakers at Our Lady of Guadalupe‘s Walmesley Center (35th & Myrtle), 6 pm. Check to see if tickets are still available.

LIVE AT C & P COFFEE: Orville Johnson plays 6-8 pm at the coffeehouse (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), no cover, all ages.

ASTRA LUMINA: The illuminated walk at Seattle Chinese Garden on Puget Ridge continues all month. 6 pm and later entry times; ticket cost varies. (6000 16th SW)

FIRST WEEKEND FOR ‘COVENANT’: See the new play at ArtsWest (4711 California SW) at 7:30 pm; get tickets online here.

LIVE AT KENYON HALL: Jeff Plankenhorn performs at 7:30 pm; tickets here. (7904 35th SW)

COMEDY COMPETITION: Second night, presented by Cozy Comedy at Great American Diner & Bar (4752 California SW), 10 comedians, audience voting! 8 pm, tickets here.

LIVE AT THE SKYLARK: Gravel Road, Low Hums, with special guest Bart Cameron, 8 pm, $10 at the door, which opens at 7. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

REVELRY ROOM DJ: 9 pm, it’s Soul Focus Saturday. (4547 California SW)

KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: 10 pm start time for Saturday-night singers at Talarico’s Pizzeria. (4718 California SW)

West Seattle event coming up? If the community’s welcome, your event is welcome to be listed on our calendar! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

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