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Three West Seattle sunset scenes

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Summer’s not over yet!

Tonight’s golden sunset – and some pink highlights – was captured by three photographers. Above, from David Hutchinson; below, from Doug Eglington:

And from Curry Gibson:

We note the sunset times (sunrise too) in the traffic roundup every weekday morning, and we’re a little sad to see that the last 8 pm sunset is a week from tomorrow.

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WEST SEATTLE SCENE: This might just be the peninsula’s biggest current paint job

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A reader texted us over the weekend to say, “Looks like Nucor is getting a dark green paint job. Looks great!” No photo, so we went over to have a look late today. Our photo shows the south side of the steel-recycling mill, along SW Andover, visible from West Seattle Health Club. We asked a spokesperson for Nucor (which is a WSB sponsor) about the repainting – here’s what we heard back:

We are in the midst of painting the buildings at our local mill this summer and anticipate doing an additional round of painting next year, including building roofs. This investment is part of our overall work to maintain our mill responsibly for our teammates and our neighbors. We chose green to help reflect the character of our neighborhood. The last time the mill was painted was about a decade ago and it was time for a fresh coat. We look forward to making additional investments at the mill, like the removal of the old, decommissioned smokestacks and the current painting project.

We reported on the smokestack removal back in May.

P.S. The repainting’s not done yet, so you can still see the previous beige-ish color on part of the building.

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CRIME WATCH FOLLOWUP: Four days after smash-and-grab robbery, Menashe & Sons Jewelers prepares to reopen

August 18, 2025 5:44 pm

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| Crime | West Seattle businesses | West Seattle news

(WSB photo, earlier today)

Behind those doors, the Menashe and Sons Jewelers owners and staff were working today to get ready to reopen tomorrow for the first time since Thursday’s high-noon smash-and-grab robbery, shown on security video the family-owned shop has released:

They were working today on inventory, continuing to catalog what had been stolen so police would have photos to circulate. The shop stressed in a statement on Friday that no jewelry or watches left by customers for service had been taken. They plan to be open 10:30 am to 5 pm tomorrow.

Meantime, we asked SPD if they had any updates on the investigation – short answer, no; longer answer, they say they’ll “release information when/if arrests are made.” If you have tip(s), the hotline is 206-233-5000 and the incident # is 25-233180.

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Why Guardian One helicopter was over south West Seattle

August 18, 2025 5:10 pm

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| Crime | Helicopter | West Seattle news

5:10 PM: According to emergency radio, King County Sheriff’s Office deputies are or were pursuing a stolen silver Hyundai Elantra, plate starting with BDR, and Guardian One is assisting them. The last location reported on Seattle Police radio as an FYI was 16th/107th in White Center, but the helicopter is further north, currently.

5:15 PM: And the helicopter’s south again.

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SILVER ALERT UPDATE: Missing man found

August 18, 2025 4:20 pm

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| West Seattle news | West Seattle people

7:27 PM: WSP confirms what a commenter below reported, that the man subject to a Silver Alert, last seen in West Seattle, has been found.

EARLIER: Circulated by SPD: Read More

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UTILITY-WORK ALERT: Lane closure on southbound 35th SW

August 18, 2025 4:08 pm

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| Utilities | West Seattle news | West Seattle traffic alerts

Thanks to Cindi for the pic and tip. We don’t know how much longer they’ll be there, but a utility crew has blocked off the outside southbound lane of 35th just past Findlay and is working in a hole in the street. That’s several blocks north of where the street becomes one lane each way, so give yourself extra time if you’re heading that way.

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READER REQUEST: Looking for owner of dog who bit boy (update: found)

August 18, 2025 3:53 pm

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| Pets | West Seattle news

Sent by Eric:

Hi! If your little black terrier mix looking pup ( with a bandana) lightly bit our kiddo yesterday afternoon in Arbor Heights, near SW 106th St and 39th Ave SW, can you please message Squeakers1234@protonmail.com ? Or if you know somebody who has a new dog that fits this description, please let me know. Our son is OK, but we want to make sure the dog is up-to-date on vaccines and avoid getting the rabies shots, so I’d love to reconnect with her to confirm the dog’s vaccine status. The owner was very nice but I forgot to ask and get the their contact information because I was a bit flustered when it happened. Thanks!

TUESDAY UPDATE: Eric says they’ve found the dog’s owner and verified it’s vaccinated.

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Remembering ‘Be,’ and two ways she’ll be honored

August 18, 2025 1:57 pm

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| Obituaries | West Seattle businesses | West Seattle news

From Jade Nguyen, proprietor of recently reopened Bonjour Vietnam and adjacent speakeasy The Alley in The Junction, where Be’s Restaurant – operated by her mom – used to be:

To our West Seattle Neighbors, Family & Friends

(WSB photo, 2020)

For those who remember Be’s, it was a cherished diner in the neighborhood since 1986. Built by Be herself, and for decades it was more than just a diner – it was a home. She created a space where strangers became regulars, and regulars became family. Since her retirement, her daughter had introduced a new vision, bringing Vietnamese cuisine to the space while honoring that same spirit of connection.

In recent years, Be’s health declined, and it is with heavy hearts that we share her passing.

As we honor her memory, we’ll be rebranding and looking ahead to continue serving the community she loved so dearly. We appreciate your kindness and patience as we take time to grieve this loss.

With love and gratitude,
Bonjour Vietnam, formerly Be’s
We will be hosting a casual Celebration of Life September 14 , 6 pm, 4509 California Ave SW

In honor of my mom’s favorite pastime, we will be hosting karaoke at 8 pm

Regarding the rebranding, Jade adds, “I am planning to rename the business back to Be’s, in honor of her memory.”

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Here’s who found treasure in Summer Scramble 2025!

August 18, 2025 1:12 pm

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| Fun stuff to do | West Seattle businesses | West Seattle news

Those are the winners in this summer’s first West Seattle scavenger hunt, Summer Scramble, coordinated again this year by Alice Kuder as a way to have fun and support independent local businesses. Today Alice sent us the wrapup report!

More than 175 West Seattleites participated in the 3rd Annual Summer Scramble Treasure Hunt from July 31st to August 3rd. Young and old, families and individuals, long-time residents and newbies, all reported experiencing fun and laughter while making lasting memories. In all, 58 teams submitted 232 selfies to compete for four treasure chests.

Contents of the chests were donated by these generous (and playful) business owners (listed in alphabetical order):

Angora Rugs & Decor – 4517 California Ave SW
Charcuterie by Annalise – 6032-B California Ave SW
Fine Baking Company – 6969 California Ave SW
Good Sister – 6059 California Ave SW
Great American Diner & Bar – 4752 California Ave SW
Hagosa’s House – 4800 Delridge Way SW
Inner Space Design – 6031-B California Ave SW
Just in Case, Disaster Preparedness – justincaseplans.com
Neighborhood Restaurant and Bar – 6503 Calif Ave SW
Nepenthe Massage – 9447 35th Ave SW
Panterelli’s Patisserie – 4210 SW Alaska St
Seattle Style Salon – 7350 35th Ave SW
Snapdragon Bakery – 4500 California Ave WA
Space Bar Wellness – 2705 California Ave SW
West Seattle Runner – 2743 California Ave SW
Willow West Seattle – 4536 California Ave SW

The above-named businesses joined the more than 100 local businesses that have supported the eight Scavenger Hunts I have sponsored in the past five years. One more reason to declare that West Seattle is the Best Seattle!

Please show these fabulous merchants your appreciation for their presence in our neighborhoods by patronizing their shops. Shopping locally really does strengthen our community.

This year, the non-business clue sites were all designated Emergency Communication Hubs. If you aren’t aware of the hubs, I encourage you to check them out so you know where to go for information when a natural disaster happens.

*Pictured above* are the four teams who won the treasure chests through a combination of solving the clues, sending in selfies, and being chosen in a random drawing of others who did the same. From left to right, the team names are: Mad Hunters; Thompson Team; Super Squid Muffins; and Lucy & Annie’s Big Adventure.

If you weren’t able to participate in Summer Scramble as it was happening, you can still download the clue sheet and map and Scramble on your own. The free downloads are available at wondersinaliceland.com.

The 4th Annual Summer Scramble will happen July 30-Aug. 2, 2026. And don’t miss the 6th Annual Winter Wander Scavenger Hunt, coming Dec. 5-14.

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BIZNOTE: Filigree & Shadow fragrance studio closing this fall

August 18, 2025 11:59 am

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| West Seattle businesses | West Seattle news

(Filigree & Shadow’s James Elliott, in 2023 WSB photo)

Filigree & Shadow (WSB sponsor) is a unique West Seattle business – proprietor James Elliott creates fragrances, in a studio south of The Junction. He’s announced his studio will close at the end of September because the building’s been sold, so you are running out of time to make an appointment to visit. Here’s the announcement he sent us:

It has been a joy to welcome so many of you into the space over the years, whether you came in to discover a new fragrance, attend a workshop, or simply share your love of perfume. West Seattle has been a wonderful home for Filigree & Shadow, and I’m deeply grateful for the support, encouragement, and friendship this community has shown me. I’ve always loved being able to share my fragrances — and the fragrance collections of my friends and colleagues around the world — and to help demystify the art of perfume, making it more accessible. Thank you, everyone, for coming along with me on this journey of smelling what often seemed impossible possible.

If you would like to visit before closing, I encourage you to schedule an appointment in September, as availability will be limited. Orders placed through the website will continue to be fulfilled until the closing date of September 30, 2025.

Thank you for being part of this chapter of my journey. The experiences I’ve had here have given me the confidence to look forward to what comes next, and I hope the fragrances created in this studio continue to bring you joy for years to come.

James opened this studio 2 1/2 years ago, after seven years in business online.

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Learn about SSC, celebrate at SW Library, dance, play, more on our list for your West Seattle Monday

August 18, 2025 9:54 am

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| West Seattle news | WS miscellaneous

(Steller’s Jay, photographed in Admiral by Stan Delles)

Here’s our Monday list of what’s happening and NOT happening, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (got something to add? please let us know!):

WEST SEATTLE GLASS FLOAT HUNT OVER: Here’s where and when they were all found.

SOUTH TRANSFER STATION CLOSURE CONTINUES: Through month’s end – if you have to haul something, find an alternative, or wait.

LAST WEEK FOR SUMMER FOOD: As originally noted here, there are multiple sites/times/days in West Seattle where kids can get breakfast, lunch, and/or snacks during summer break – this is the last week for this year’s program.

FAMILY STORY TIME: Southwest Library‘s 10:30 am story time is open to wee ones and their parents/guardians/caregivers. (9010 35th SW)

HIGHLAND PARK SPRAYPARK: Open every day 11 am-8 pm for two more weeks. Free. (1100 SW Cloverdale)

COLMAN POOL: Also continuing through Labor Day, the outdoor salt-water pool at Lincoln Park is open every day, noon-7 pm. Fee.

WADING POOL: Lincoln Park (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW) is the last West Seattle pool still open for the season, and the city says it WILL be open today, noon-7 pm. Free.

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE INFO SESSION: Find out about learning at SSC! 1 pm in-person session – details in our calendar listing. (6000 16th SW)

END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION: 1-3 pm at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW) – story time, crafts, and free cake!

NO CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Regular 2 pm Monday “briefing meeting” is NOT happening today because the council is on recess until after Labor Day (here’s the calendar).

CRAFTING & CREATIVITY NIGHT: 6-10 pm, Monday is “Crafting and Creativity Night” at The Missing Piece (9456 35th SW), info here.

D&D: Long-running weekly D&D at 6:30 pm at Meeples Games (3727 California SW). All welcome, first-time players included!

LISTENING TO GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP: 6:30 pm, ongoing weekly group for people experiencing grief – participate once, occasionally, or every week. Fee. (4034 California SW)

MONDAY NIGHT TRIVIA X 3: Three places to play tonight! 7 pm at The Good Society (California/Lander) … 7 and 8 pm Sporcle Pub Quiz at Three 9 Lounge (4505 39th SW), 21+ … 7:30 pm with QuizFix at The Skylark (3803 Delridge Way SW)

LISTENING PARTY AND GIVEAWAY: 7 pm at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW), be one of the first to hear Minus The Bear‘s new LP, and get a chance to win an autographed test pressing.

ALKI MEDITATION: Doors open at Alki UCC at 6:45; the meditation meeting is from 7-8:30. (6115 SW Hinds)

SALSA & BACHATA CLASSES: Learn the dances with BALORICO at Viva Arts (4421 Fauntleroy Way SW), 7 and 8 pm classes.

POOL TOURNAMENT: Play in The Corner Pocket‘s weekly pool tournament starting at 7 pm. $10 buy-in. (4302 SW Alaska)

FAUNTLEROY MEDITATION: More Monday night meditating – free weekly Zen sitting/meditation in the chapel at Fauntleroy UCC (9140 California SW), 7 pm-8:30 pm.

JAZZ AT THE ALLEY: Live music with The Westside Jazz Trio, 8 pm at The Alley (behind 4509 California SW), 21+, no cover.

COMEDY SHOW – SOLD OUT! Tickets are all gone for Susan Rice‘s show at Otter on the Rocks.

MONDAY KARAOKE 9 pm Mondays, sing karaoke at Talarico’s Pizzeria (4718 California SW).

Thanks to everyone who sends info for our calendar; if you have something to add or cancel (or otherwise update), please send the info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

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Is this the ‘write’ activity for a student in your household?

August 18, 2025 9:04 am

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The next “Write YOUR Story” free workshop for young writers still has a few spaces – here’s the announcement:

Now enrolling!

Write YOUR Story Fall 2025
Theme: Silly Superman

Who is invited? People age 7-11 who like stories

When? Every Sunday, September 24 – December 7, 2025 (12 sessions) 4:00—5:00 pm

Where? Upstairs activity room, Curious Kidstuff toy store
4740 California Ave SW

Stories we’ll read:

The Emperor’s New Clothes by Hans Christian Andersen and
I, Crocodile by Fred Marcellino

Write YOUR Story, est. 2012, is a free workshop led by local writers for local kids

“We read, we write, and we have a lot of fun.”

jdouthwa.wixsite.com/writeyourstory1

For info or to enroll contact: juliawsea@gmail.com

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TRAFFIC CAMS, WEATHER, ROAD WORK, TRANSIT: Monday info

August 18, 2025 6:00 am

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| West Seattle news | West Seattle traffic alerts

6:00 AM: Good morning! Welcome to Monday, August 18, 2025.

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET TIMES

Cloudy, then clearing,high in the mid-70s. Today’s sunrise will be at 6:09 am; sunset will be at 8:15 pm.

ROAD WORK

-Overnight Highway 99 tunnel closures for resurfacing are scheduled to start tonight – details here.

–Admiral Way Bridge seismic work continues.

-The low bridge is scheduled to close this weekend, August 23-24, for cylinder work. (We’ll be re-verifying specifics with SDOT this week.)

TRANSIT TODAY

Metro buses – On regular schedule and routes today.

Washington State Ferries – WSF has three-boat service on the Triangle Route, with M/V Kittitas, M/V Cathlamet, and M/V Sealth. Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.

Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service; summer schedule, with later runs on Friday (tonight!) and Saturday nights, and on other weeknights with Mariners home games.

STADIUM ZONE

Reign FC match vs. Chicago Red Stars, 7 pm.

SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS

High Bridge – Here’s the main camera, followed by the Fauntleroy-end camera:

Low Bridge – Looking west:

1st Avenue South Bridge:

Delridge cameras: In addition to the one below (Delridge/Genesee), cameras are also at Delridge/Juneau, Delridge/Henderson, Delridge/Oregon, and video-only (so you have to go to the map), Delridge/Holden and Delridge/Thistle.

MORE TRAFFIC CAMS: All functioning traffic cams citywide are here (including links to live video for most); for a quick scan of West Seattle and vicinity-relevant cameras, see this WSB page.

See a problem on the bridges/streets/paths/water? Please text or call our hotline (when you can do it safely, and after you’ve reported to authorities if they’re not already on scene) – 206-293-6302. Thank you!

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WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Stabbing in Westwood

August 18, 2025 12:43 am

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| Crime | West Seattle news | Westwood

12:43 AM: Police and fire are responding to what’s reported to be a stabbing at or near Westwood Village. The victim is at a bus stop in the area. The attacker is described as a white man, blond hair, dressed all in black, 5’9″, heavy build, last seen running westbound on SW Barton, or possibly into Roxhill Park.

12:47 AM: The victim is reported to have a stab wound to the abdomen. Police are calling in a K9 team to help with the search.

1:11 AM: Based on what the K9 team is finding, the search has expanded southward. No word on the victim’s condition, meantime.

1:50 AM: The track grew cold so the K9 search – with a team borrowed from King County SO, since SPD had none available – has ended.

9:04 AM: SFD says the victim is a ~30-year-old man who was in stable condition when taken to the hospital.

NOON: SPD says the victim – who had “several severe lacerations to his hands, upper chest, and left leg” – told officers he was asleep when the attacker stabbed him. If you have any information, call the SPD tip line at 206-233-5000 and refer to case 25-237023.

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