West Seattle, Washington
19 Sunday
Thanks to everyone who sent photos of tonight’s dramatic rainbow! Above, from Carolyn Newman; below, a closer view from Stewart L.:
A different foreground in this view from Jerry Simmons:
And a wide view across Elliott Bay from Hana Alishio:
Promisingly, the forecast for the days ahead suggests highs in the 70s. (Normal for today would have been 75; actual high, 68.)
9:40 PM: Thanks for the photo. For those wondering about the police search in Westwood, officers are on the trail of a suspect described over police radio as wanted for domestic-violence-related warrants. We haven’t heard a description but the search has ranged through backyards, around schools, as far north as SW Kenyon, as far south as SW Barton, and between 22nd and 29th SW on the east-west boundaries.
10:07 PM: As commenters have noted, the search has expanded northward. But no arrest, nor zeroing in on a possible location, yet. … A texter says the suspect was seen running through their yard earlier, and described him as “khaki pants, shirtless, bald.”
11:10 PM: The trail has grown cold and they haven’t heard of any recent sightings, so this is wrapping up.
Just in via text:
The texter says it’s down across 42nd SW “behind West Seattle Thriftway” (south of Morgan). Police have been dispatched to check it out (presumably SDOT would then be summoned to clear it).
With the Fourth of July happening on a Saturday this year, that sets up some differentiation in what’s closed Friday and what’s not. The general rule is, if an agency/service is generally open on Saturdays, it’ll be closed on the actual holiday Saturday and open tomorrow, but if it’s not generally open on Saturdays, it’ll be observe the holiday on Friday. This means, among other things, that banks, libraries, and the USPS are open/in service Friday, closed Saturday. And some have modified schedules both days – as seen in the Seattle Parks plan. And if you use street parking in areas where the city charges for it, Saturday is the free-parking day. (We’ll have holiday transit info in our morning traffic/transit/weather roundup Friday morning.)
(Artist Deborah S. Baker)
On this drizzly summer night, you have indoor options – like the first night of the West Seattle Art Tour preview at Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor).
(Artist Phil Jones)
Meet some of the artists who’ll be part of this year’s tour and see some of their work! The tour itself isn’t until fall but it’s a great night for art anyway (and wine!).
And if you can’t get here tonight, visit next Thursday on West Seattle Art Walk night.
(WSB photo, 2021)
Five months ago, we checked in on the status of the plan to rebuild the long-closed public walking pier at Jack Block Park, the port-owned park at 2130 Harbor SW. We learned, among other things, that the replacement wouldn’t likely be ready before late 2029, and that it could cost up to $14 million. Both those numbers have since gotten smaller. Today, we got an update from Northwest Seaport Alliance spokesperson Melanie Stambaugh Babst, who pointed out that the project is on the agenda for next Tuesday’s meeting of the NWSA Managing Members (the combined Seattle and Tacoma Port Commissions). They’ll be voting to spend the next $2 million on the project, which is now projected at a total cost of $9.5 million. Here’s what else she told us:
At the July 7 NWSA Managing Members (Ports of Seattle and Tacoma Commissions) meeting, staff will seek authorization to move forward with finalizing design for the Jack Block Park Pier Replacement project. This work will demolish the existing pier, construct a new pier, repair the adjacent plaza, and expand potential uses with additional park features. The upcoming action before the Managing Members will seek full project design funds and permitting; construction authorization funds will be requested when design and permitting are nearing completion.
As previously shared, the pier at Jack Block Park has been deemed to have no remaining service life and has been closed to the public for safety. Further exploration of alternatives led to a design concept that includes moving the pier location eastward; this cost-effective design solution will deliver environmental and public experience advantages.
There is also significant deterioration within the adjacent plaza. Several years ago, public engagement identified this as an opportunity to undertake additional park improvements, which will include the construction of a picnic pavilion and/or other small improvements such as interpretive signage. Full delivery of this project is estimated for Q2, 2029.
Here’s the document detailing the action going before the commissioners on Tuesday; this page has the full agenda link as well as how to watch.
Bill and Guy are hoping someone has seen their art truck, stolen in Westwood:
During the night between July 1 & 2, our beloved Paisley Ranger was stolen off the street right next to our house. Even with a steering wheel lock in place. It’s a 1989 Ford Ranger. Maybe someone needed particular parts? Who knows.
Crossing our fingers for its recovery.
Police report # is 26-191061; call 911 if you find the truck.
FRIDAY UPDATE: In a comment below, Bill reports it’s been found – and had been painted over.
Several people texted this morning with a report of ICE officers pulling someone over in south Arbor Heights. We have since received another report that included this photo:
The texters reported this happened on 35th SW near SW 106th, several blocks from the incident reported two weeks ago.
Just two days until hundreds of West Seattle’s youngest residents will parade through the streets of North Admiral with their families, as the Admiral Neighborhood Association again presents the West Seattle Fourth of July Kids’ Parade. We’ve checked in with parade coordinators for the newest info:
–Kavya Bhatkar (age 10), a School of Rock student, will sing the anthem.
-Title sponsors for the parade are: Neighborhood Naturopathic and Primary Care and Holy Rosary.
-Food available for purchase including:
Seattle Pops
West Seattle Grounds
Where Ya at Matt
Empanadas El Pachi
La La Lemonade
Seattle Sorbet
Hawk Dogs
Sugar & Spoon
The parade starts at 10 am Saturday from 44th SW and SW Sunset, heads west on Sunset for a bit, turns south and then east, ending at Hamilton Viewpoint Park for a post-parade celebration with sack races, activity booths, the aforementioned food/treat vendors, and if they’re not called away to an emergency, an SFD truck to see. No RSVP or registration required to be in the parade – just show up (non-motorized bikes, trikes, scooters, strollers, etc., welcome, or just walk).
(Water Taxi riders, photographed by Theresa Arbow-O’Connor)
From the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you’ll find even more – thanks to everyone who sends events for us to share!):
THURSDAY KAYAK CLUB: 10 am with Alki Kayak Tours at Seacrest (1660 Harbor SW) – details here if you want to set a reminder to join up next week!
SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER CLOSED: Reopening July 9.
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME: 10:30 am at West Seattle (Admiral) Library (2306 42nd SW).
GET INFO ABOUT MEDICARE: 11 am at Center for Active Living (4217 SW Oregon).
SPRAYPARK SEASON CONTINUES: Daily-splashing season at the Highland Park Spraypark (1100 SW Cloverdale), 11 am-8 pm, rain or shine.
COLMAN POOL: Also rain or shine – noon-7 pm, daily operation continues at the outdoor pool on the shore at Lincoln Park – see the session schedule here. (8011 Fauntleroy Way SW)
WEST SEATTLE UKULELE PLAYERS: From newbie to pro, all levels welcome at this weekly 1 pm gathering. Email westseattleukuleleplayerswsup@gmail.com to see where they’re playing today. (Even if you just want to know so you can go listen!) Often C & P Coffee, we’re told (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor)
BOOMBOX ’90s PRINTMAKING: 2 pm at Southwest Library (9010 35th SW), make a print to celebrate the ’90s music era.
DROP-IN CHESS: For young players, drop in to play starting at 4 pm at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond).
HPCS FOOD-TRUCK VISIT: First of two Thursday night events at HPCS this week – every Thursday, 4-8 pm, Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW) gets a food-truck visit. Tonight it’s Anthony’s Finn.
WINE TASTING WITH CLARK: Another regular Thursday event at HPCS, 5-7:30 pm – info here.
HELP HARVEST FOOD: Puget Ridge Edible Park (18th/Brandon) needs volunteers to help harvest fresh food that will be donated to food banks (and you can take some home too). Just be there 5-7 pm!
WEST SEATTLE ART TOUR PREVIEW: 5-9 pm at Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW), as explained in our calendar listing.
WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Open 5-8 pm for your tool-borrowing needs. (4408 Delridge Way SW, northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center)
VISCON CELLARS: Along with the Art Tour preview mentioned above, this West Seattle winery’s friendly tasting room/wine bar is open Thursdays, 5-9 pm (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor), for wine by the glass or bottle.
PARK CELEBRATION: Ceremony at 5:30 pm at Veterans’ Triangle Park (where Delridge, 16th, and Roxbury meet), explained here.
POKEMON LEAGUE: 6 pm Thursdays at Fourth Emerald Games (4517 California SW, upstairs) – bring your own console.
WESTIES RUN CLUB: 6 pm, starting from Good Society (California SW and SW Lander), you’re welcome to join the Westies Run Club‘s Thursday night community run OR track workout.
DUSTY THURSDAYS AT TIM’S: 6-9 pm, The Dusty 45s preceded by Jay Cates, outdoors, all ages, no cover, donations accepted for the musicians. (16th SW and SW 98th, White Center)
EARL ROBINSON FILM SCREENING TO BENEFIT AMP: As previewed here, 6;30 pm at Admiral Theater (2343 California SW), see the documentary about the local legend, followed by Q&A, benefit to keep Admiral Music in the Parks free.
WEST SEATTLE BOOK CLUB: 7 pm at various locations – bring your own book, read, chat or don’t chat!
‘WISH YOU WERE HERE’: Final week for ArtsWest‘s new play, 7:30 pm curtain. (4711 California SW)
TRIVIA AT THE VOID: 7:30 pm, with prizes, at The Void (5048 California SW).
AT REVELRY ROOM: Tonight’s musical event at Revelry Room (4547 California SW) features DJ Kingblind and Teenage Rampage starting at 8 pm.
KARAOKE AT MAX’S TRIANGLE PUB: 9 pm to close. (9454 Delridge Way SW)
Planning an event that should be on our calendar and in our daily preview lists? Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
6:07 AM: Good morning! It’s Thursday, July 2, 2026. No Seattle World Cup match today – last one’s on Monday (USA vs. Belgium).
WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET
Today’s forecast is for clouds, chance of pm rain, and a high in the mid-60s. Sunrise was at 5:16 am today; sunset will be at 9:10 pm.
TRANSIT TODAY
Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule.
West Seattle Water Taxi – Regular summer schedule, with extra Friday/Saturday/Sunday runs including later-night schedule Fridays and Saturdays.
Washington State Ferries – Fauntleroy/Vashon/Southworth route is on the regular three-boat schedule. Check the alert page for last-minute changes.
STADIUM ZONE TONIGHT
Mariners are home, playing the Angels at 6:40 pm.
SPOTLIGHT TRAFFIC CAMERAS
The city cameras’ updating-framegrab feature is back, as shown on the the SDOT map, so they’re back in our morning lineup:
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:
See trouble 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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