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ROBBERY ARREST: What happened at the Harbor Avenue 7-Eleven early this morning wasn’t a holdup, police say: They arrested a man who they say attacked a clerk who wouldn’t sell him beer because it was 4 am. The incident summary says a 911 call just before 4 am reported the attack. The summary says the clerk refused to sell the beer, so the man tried taking it anyway, leaving money on the counter, then returned to demand that money be given back to him. When the clerk gave him money, according to the summary, he said it wasn’t enough and demanded more, then went behind the counter and attacked the clerk by choking him and holding a corkscrew to his neck, threatening to kill him. Police arrested the 34-year-old suspect shortly afterward and took him to jail, where he remains tonight.

BUS HARASSMENT: A woman who says she was sexually harassed on a C Line bus from West Seattle wonders if the same man has done the same thing to other women, and if so, wants to urge them to report it.

than usual without my boyfriend who I typically commute with. The man sat next to me and intentionally showed me a pornographic video on his phone of a woman who looked disturbingly similar to me, twice. After I realized that he was very clearly showing me the video (turning his whole body toward me, putting the phone in front of my face), I moved to the back of the bus. He got off on 3rd Ave in downtown as usual. I reported to the King County Sheriff’s Office, who handles Metro issues (case #C25034202). If this or something similar has happened to other girls or women, please report it if you can — his description is below. KC Sheriff Deputy Dalon explained that the man is only likely to be arrested if 911 is called or the driver is notified while there is an active disturbance (i.e. sexual harassment) on the bus.

Description: Older Asian man with gray/white hair. Always wears a beanie with hair peeking out, dark black/gray zip-up hoodie (usually with a red shirt underneath), dark blue or gray joggers, white sneakers, a regular medical mask, and never seems to be carrying a bag or anything. He also appears to have a jaw malformation under his mask.

PACKAGE THEFT: Thieves are particularly active during the holiday season, for obvious reasons. Another reader who wants to be anonymous sent this report:

Just reporting a package theft on Fauntleroy around 2 pm (Thursday). They were making their way north hitting the side streets. Bright orange hat, blue jacket, and purple printed backpack.

TONIGHT’S LIGHTS: Twinkling on 25th

December 19, 2025 9:07 pm

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“We’ve added a lot since 2023!” So said Oren, referring to the previous time we featured this Westwood-area display. The video above previews what you’ll see if you visit these lights and decorations at 9425 25th SW [map]. This photo also shows part of it:

Still five nights to go until Christmas – if you have bright lights we haven’t shown yet (here’s the archive), let us know at westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

Remembering Mike Campbell, former Mariners pitcher, 1964-2025

December 19, 2025 6:37 pm

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Family, friends, and fans are mourning Mike Campbell, former pitcher for the Mariners and other major-league baseball teams, and sharing this remembrance, which we’re publishing followed by a statement from the M’s:

Michael T. Campbell
1964-2025

With profound sadness, the family of Mike Campbell announces that he passed away suddenly on December 15.

Mike grew up in Alki and attended West Seattle High School and Newport High School in Bellevue and the University of Hawaii.

Mike realized his childhood dream in 1985 when he was drafted by the hometown team, the Mariners. He pitched for the M’s, Rangers, Padres, and Cubs during his baseball career.

Mike will be remembered for his friendly, easy-going way, making people laugh, and as truly one of the nicest people you could hope to meet. He had a passion for travel, going often to Kihei, Hawaii (his favorite place), golfing, and spending time with family and friends.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Judith and Thomas Campbell, and brother-in-law Jeffery Syverson. He is survived by his brothers Mathew, Timothy (Lorrie), sisters Erin (Sean) Halley, Gillian Syverson, aunt Nancy Pomeroy, ex-wife/close friend Michelle Baker, former mother-in-law/close friend Mary Anne Kilgore, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and his sweet dog Hana, who all miss him terribly.

A gathering to celebrate Mike’s life will be announced at a later date.

After Mr. Campbell’s obituary was sent to us this afternoon, we received this statement from the Mariners, emailed to us and others on the team’s media list:

The Mariners were saddened to learn today of the passing of Seattle-native Mike Campbell. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with his family, including siblings Erin, Gillian, Matt, and Tim.

Mike (Feb. 17, 1964 – Dec. 15, 2025), a West Seattle native who graduated from Newport High School in Bellevue, was drafted by Seattle with the 7th overall pick in the 1985 June Draft. He made his Major League debut in 1987 and pitched with Seattle during parts of the 1987, 1988 and 1989 seasons before being traded to Montreal as part of the deal in which Seattle acquired Hall of Famer Randy Johnson. Mike had a 13-year professional career as a right-handed pitcher, including appearing in the Majors with Seattle, Texas, San Diego, and the Chicago Cubs.

After his baseball career concluded in 1999, he returned home to Seattle.

UPDATE: Crash at 59th/Admiral

December 19, 2025 5:35 pm

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5:35 PM: Thanks to the texter who sent photos from a crash at 59th SW and SW Admiral, reporting that it’s blocking the eastbound side. SPD and SFD responded; one possible injury was reported, but not described as serious. They’re awaiting tows.

6:01 PM: Officers just told dispatch “the roadway is back open.”

YOU CAN HELP: Three days until The Christmas People start welcoming homemade cookies

December 19, 2025 5:16 pm

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(2023 reader photo, from 600+ cookies baked by Tibbetts United Methodist Church ‘and friends’)

Got some time to bake this weekend? When we first published The Christmas People‘s announcement that they hope to receive thousands of homemade cookies again this year, we promised to remind you when the time grew near – so here’s the announcement again:

Home-baked cookies are needed this year for the 18 shelters, centers, camps we serve during Christmas Week. West Seattle Coworking, 9030 35th Avenue SW, will again accept cookies, Monday, Dec. 22, Tuesday, Dec. 23 and Wednesday, Dec. 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. No special packaging is necessary. Cookies may also be dropped off at Artisan Community Kitchen, 10836 E. Marginal Way S., Tukwila, Monday through Thursday, Dec. 22-25.

Please label any cookies with nuts, peanut butter, gluten-free, etc. Cookies may be frozen. Contact Fred Hutchinson, co-founder, at 206-719-4979 or pialley@jps.net

If you bake/donate cookies – consider sending us a photo of your cookies, and/or you and helper(s), if any – westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

BIZNOTE: Neighborhood Naturopathic and Primary Care celebrates anniversary with supplement, tea, tincture sale

December 19, 2025 3:35 pm

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More last-minute gift-shopping possibilities – or maybe just for personal care for yourself: This announcement is from Neighborhood Naturopathic and Primary Care (5410 California; WSB sponsor):

Neighborhood Naturopathic and Primary Care is celebrating 5 years in business with 20% off supplements, teas, and tinctures! If you miss Pharmaca and being able to purchase quality supplements locally, then come and check out our sale. The 20% off sale goes through the end of December, and you do not need to be a current patient to purchase.

Regular clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 9 am-5 pm (closed for lunch 1-2 pm), Saturdays 9 am-1 pm. Closing at 1 pm on 12/24. Closed 12/25, 12/26, and 12/27. Reopening normal hours the week of 12/29, except closed 1/1/2026.

BIZNOTE: Grand opening tonight for Mumbai Moonshine bar

December 19, 2025 1:35 pm

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Amid the recent stories about some local venues moving away from adults-only policies, now we have a local venue opening a new bar. Taste of Mumbai at 2300 California SW in The Admiral District is opening its bar Mumbai Moonshine with a celebration tonight at 8 pm, featuring belly-dancing performances starring West Seattle’s own Nadira. Among other things, the new bar will feature what was a staple of its predecessor, the Yen Wor – karaoke; 9 pm Friday sessions will be hosted by Sami Saurus. Mumbai Moonshine plans DJ nights, too. Though the venue has been open for two years, it changed ownership just half a year ago, as noted here.

Five reasons to revisit our West Seattle Holiday Guide

December 19, 2025 12:31 pm

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(WSB file photo)

Cocoa Cris Cringle is coming to town! His charity-fundraising photo ops at Easy Street Records (4559 California SW) this Sunday (4:30-8 pm) are part of the last wave of pre-Christmas Santa photo ops (including multiple visits to WSB sponsors CAPERS Home and West Seattle Thriftway), and the list – which includes Grinch photo ops too – is part of the updated info in our West Seattle Holiday Guide. Since mid-November, we’ve been updating the guide frequently with holiday events and other info – besides Santa/Grinch photos, four more reasons to check it out:

*Last-minute art/craft fairs/makers-market eventsDuwamish Longhouse‘s last one of the season, happening today only until 5 pm)

*Christmas Eve/Day coffee shop hours – we’ve finished that list and it’s now linked in the guide’s Christmas Eve/Day section (still finishing the restaurant/bar list)

*Christmas Eve/Day grocery-store hours – the West Seattle list is in the guide, with Wednesday closing times and what’s open Thursday

*Hanukkah (Sunday’s the final night) and Winter Solstice (also Sunday) events this weekend

And more – including events such as the West Seattle Runner Christmas Light Run (also Sunday) – we’re still updating, and also working on New Year’s Eve/Day, so if you have anything to add, please email us at westseattleblog@gmail.com or text 206-293-6302 – thank you!

WEST SEATTLE WEATHER: Tree takes out Little Free Library

December 19, 2025 11:10 am

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In the midst of that tree debris along 48th SW uphill from Lowman Beach is – was – Little Free Library #8702. Gay sent the photo and reports, “Super bummed that a neighboring tree fell on the Little Free Library on 48th south of Graham. We are glad no one was hurt. We take great care with the ivy and undergrowth. Thanks to all who have reached out to us.” We mentioned the 48th tree loss in our morning-traffic report but didn’t know at the time about the LFL. Weather authorities have warned that trees are more susceptible to falling because the ground is saturated, but the forecast has some reason for optimism – just calling for “showers” in our area over the next several days.

Choral concert with ticket deal, Duwamish Longhouse 1-day market, Fauntleroy Y’s Noche de Gala, more for your West Seattle Friday

December 19, 2025 9:45 am

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(Photo sent by Troy Sterk)

Here’s what’s happening today/tonight as we head toward another holiday-season weekend! Listings are from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and Holiday Guide:

DUWAMISH LONGHOUSE ONE-DAY NATIVE ART MARKET: One more time before shopping season ends, 10 am-5 pm today only. (4705 West Marginal Way SW)

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER The center is open for plant-shopping 10 am-3 pm, second-to-last day before closing for a break, north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus.

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: Visit the Log House Museum (61st/Stevens) to learn about local history – open noon-4 pm today.

QI-GONG: Natalia‘s Friday sessions are 12:30-1 pm at La Choza (10401 47th SW).

TASTING ROOM AND WINE BAR: Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor) is open 5-9 pm Fridays. Stop in to sip, or buy by the bottle.

NOCHE DE GALA: The Fauntleroy YMCA celebrates its Older Active Adults and raises money for their programming during One more time before shopping season ends, 10 am-5 pm Friday, December 19. (4705 West Marginal Way SW)” target=”_blank”>this 5:30 pm celebration at Fauntleroy Church’s hall (9140 California SW)

COFFEEHOUSE MUSIC: 6-8 pm, Tarde em Itapoa with Brazilian jazz at C & P Coffee. (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), all ages, no cover.

FREE TEEN SWIM: 6-7 pm at Southwest Pool (2801 SW Thistle), free swim session for ages 13=18.

LIVE AT THE SKYLARK: 6:30 pm doors, 7:30 pm music, Festival of Friends presents Bandmixers Community Roulette Series: Vol.3. (3803 Delridge Way SW)

CLASSIC BINGO: 7 pm at Admiral Pub. 21+. Free to play. (2306 California SW)

WINTER SOLSTICE SOUND BATH: 7 pm event to prepare for the journey into the longest night of the year. (3618 SW Alaska)

NORTHWEST FIRELIGHT CHORALE: 7:30 pm concert at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church (3050 California SW) – this year’s theme is “Ring Out Ye Bells.” Ticket info here.

‘PENELOPE’ AT ARTSWEST: 7:30 pm curtain for the musical tonight as its final weekend begins – info and ticket link in our calendar listing! (4711 California SW)

TUDOR CHOIR, WITH TICKET DEAL: 8 pm at Holy Rosary Church (42nd/Genesee), the Tudor Choir presents “Christmas in a Wintry World.” (Follow that link for concert and ticket info; use code WSBLOG at checkout and get 30 percent off your tickets! The choir is sponsoring WSB today to amplify that deal.)

LIVE MUSIC AT MR. B’S: Elephant Crows perform at 8 pm, Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW), all ages, no cover.

HIGH-SCHOOL BASKETBALL: No varsity home games scheduled tonight.

SPINNING: DJ Wizdumb at Revelry Room (4547 California SW), 9 pm.

‘MAKE IT LOUD’ SKATING:Tonight, skate to live music by Breaks & Swells and Velvet Heartbreak, 9 pm at Southgate Roller Rink (9646 17th SW). 21+. $20 cover/$5 skates.

If you have something to showcase on our event lists or calendar, please email what/when/where/etc. info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

Memorial service planned January 18 for Pauline Mason, 1925-2025

December 19, 2025 8:59 am

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Family and friends will gather next month to remember Pauline Mason and are sharing this remembrance with the community now:

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Pauline Mason. She passed away surrounded by her family, just three months shy of her 101st birthday.

Pauline was born in Benedict, North Dakota, in 1925. She completed her nursing training in Minot, North Dakota, at Trinity Hospital and later joined the Army Nurse Corps during World War II. The Corps sent her to Seattle, where she worked at Marine View Hospital and met the love of her life, Ed Mason, on a blind date. They were married soon after at Hope Lutheran Church, when it was the small white church on the corner of 42nd Avenue and Oregon Street. Pauline and Ed lived for many years in their home off Beach Drive SW, where she formed lifelong friendships with her neighbors. Pauline remained in her home until the age of 99.

Pauline began her career at West Seattle Hospital when it was located on California Avenue in the West Seattle Junction. Years later, when the new West Seattle Hospital opened at 26th Avenue and Webster Street in 1961, she helped establish the first Pediatric Department and eventually became Director of Nursing. She loved her nursing career and touched many lives through her dedication and compassion.

A longtime member of Hope Lutheran Church, Pauline was active in many groups and ministries. Her love of gardening led her to tend the church gardens alongside other like-minded members, a role she embraced with joy.

In her later years, Pauline was well known for spending her days outside on her deck, weather permitting, enjoying countless conversations with friends and neighbors. She was remembered for her loving nature, genuine smile, and warm acceptance of everyone she met.

For the final 19 months of her life, Pauline was lovingly cared for at Florence House of West Seattle, where she formed close bonds with caregivers and new friends. She was blessed by the many friends, both new and old, who visited her regularly.

Pauline deeply loved — and was deeply loved by — her four children: Dianne (Larry) Koltz, Paul (Randi) Mason, Sue (Mick) Zorin, and Rob (Sandy) Mason. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ed, and her son, Paul.

A memorial service will be held on January 18 at 3:00 PM at Hope Lutheran Church, 4456 42nd Avenue SW. Memorials may be directed in Pauline’s name to Florence House of Seattle (8424 16th Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98106) or Hope Lutheran Church (4456 42nd Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98116).

(WSB publishes West Seattle obituaries and memorial announcements by request, free of charge. Please email the text, and a photo if available, to westseattleblog@gmail.com)

TRAFFIC CAMS, WEATHER, TRANSIT: Pre-winter-break Friday info

December 19, 2025 6:01 am

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| West Seattle news | West Seattle traffic alerts

6:01 AM: Good morning! It’s Friday, December 19, 2025, last day of school before winter break (dismissal is one hour early for Seattle Public Schools).

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET

The forecast is for a chance of showers, breezy, high in mid-40s. Sunrise will be at 7:53 am; sunset at 4:19 pm.

(added) TREE TROUBLE

A texter says a tree that fell across 48th SW atop the hill to/from Lowman Beach has not yet been cleared. (photo added)

TRANSIT TODAY

West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular West Seattle service, fall/winter schedule.

Washington State Ferries – The Triangle Route will continue on two boats until further notice. Check WSF’s alerts page for changes; Vessel Watch will show you which boat is where.

Metro buses – They’re on the regular weekday schedule and routes in our area.

SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS

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

Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view. Also note, maritime-opening info is available via X (ex-Twitter):

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!