(WSB photos by Torin Record-Sand)

Chief Sealth International High School students and other fans offered a variety of reasons to cheer in the early going of the Seahawks’ first home game of the season tonight.

They hosted the Roosevelt HS Rough Riders at Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex.

Our photographer was there for part of the first half. Chief Sealth was down 10-0 at halftime.

In the second half, head coach Daron Camacho‘s Seahawks managed to get six points on the scoreboard – their first points of the season – but Roosevelt added points too, and left with the win, 31-6.

Next week, Chief Sealth is on the road vs. Ballard HS (7 pm Friday, September 18).

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Seen on last West Seattle Art Walk of summer 2026

September 10, 2026 6:40 pm

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Brightening up this gray – but still technically summer – evening, are West Seattle Art Walk artists!

Lynsey Boyle is one of two artists showing their work tonight at West Seattle Nursery (5275 California SW; WSB sponsor).

Her visual art is complemented by Loretta Philp‘s stoneware:

And WSN is hosting the West Seattle Ukulele Players too:

ADDED: In The Junction, we stopped to see photographer Maxine Gardner, showing her work at Snip-Its Haircuts for Kids (4506 California SW) tonight:

She’s outside with raffle tickets, but don’t miss what’s on display inside:

Wildlife photos too!

Art Walk is on until 8 pm.

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Scenes from second West Seattle Junction Sweet Stroll

September 10, 2026 6:05 pm

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The second-ever West Seattle Junction Sweet Stroll continues until 8 pm, and you can still get a ticket – just go to the check-in table in front of KeyBank at California/Alaska:

Above is one of the four treats your ticket is good for, a Molly Moon’s Ice Cream mini-flight – below, you also get your choice of Husky Deli mini-scoop:

Two berry-pie choices from A La Mode Pies:

And pumpkin-spice beverage plus donut from Top Pot:

You get all those for $25,

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FOLLOWUP: City fires contractor for Morgan Junction EV lot, and sets another new completion date

September 10, 2026 4:15 pm

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(Recent photo of site’s SW Morgan frontage)

For months, we’ve been tracking the saga of the future Morgan Junction EV lot (4118 SW Morgan), with Seattle City Light most recently saying the work had stopped because of a design flaw, and promising an update by the end of August. That didn’t materialize, so we asked SCL what was up. They promised an update by end-of-day today, and here it is:

City Light construction engineers have resolved the structural design issue that stopped work at the site in July. Separately, the City has terminated its contract with the project’s original contractor due to performance issues and is bringing on a new contractor to complete the remaining work. We expect the charging station will be completed by September 2027.

The original contractor was Zenisco. The lot, intended to have eight chargers open for (paid) public use, was first announced in 2022 and expected to be built that year. SCL is now promising “quarterly updates.”

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VIDEO, PHOTOS: Ceremonial groundbreaking for West Seattle RV/tiny-house site Glassyard Commons

September 10, 2026 3:49 pm

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Story by Tracy Record
Photos by Torin Record-Sand
for West Seattle Blog

After months of taking photos from outside the gate, we got our first close-up look this afternoon at the state-owned West Seattle site (7200 2nd SW) being transformed into Glassyard Commons, with 72 RV parking spaces and 20 tiny houses. Each of those metal stakes, site operator LIHI explained, marks the utility connections for an RV.

We were there for the ceremonial groundbreaking – a month and a half after work started at the site – organized by LIHI, whose executive director Sharon Lee led off a half-hour speaking program.

We recorded it all on video:

We broke the news of the RV/tiny-house plan for this site in January, after discovering documents in city files, but it had been eyed as a potential sanctioned-encampment site for years. LIHI has a $3.3 million/year contract to build and operate Glassyard Commons, leasing the land from the Washington State Department of Transportation after legislation was passed enabling state land to be used for “community benefit,” Lee said, adding they hope to lease the site “for many years to come.” The goal, she said, is to get RVs off the street, not just as a place to park, but to get the occupants into permanent housing, and to destroy the RVs – so the ones that come in won’t be going out.

Who will be coming in? Lee reiterated that priority will be given to District 1 (West Seattle, South Park, part of south downtown) RV residents. Jen Manlief (above), who manages the Vehicle Outreach Program, said it won’t be an “easy yes” for RV residents, but they have been working with some potential future Glassyard Commons occupants for months, and the selling points include mental-health services and other assistance in getting back on their feet. We asked how early they would be signing people up to move in, and she said that they would probably have a list about a month in advance of what’s now an anticipated “mid-November” opening, according to LIHI. (Minimum age will be 18.)

Mayor Katie Wilson wasn’t there, but Human Services Department director Tanya Kim spokr, saying the city will be funding more new shelters – two tiny-house villages, a “master-leased” building, and two shelter “expansions” (locations were not mentioned). Kim described those as “more opportunities for people to say ‘yes’ to.”

Bob Kettle was the only City Councilmember at the event; he explained that this aligns with his role as Public Safety Committee chair, and also that he had direct district experience with Salmon Bay Village, the RV lot that LIHI operated relatively briefly (closed because its owner decided to repurpose the site for pickleball). He said that during its time in operation, he noticed fewer RVs on nearby streets, and said the ones he did see were in better condition.

Rev. Erica Williams, representing the site’s “faith sponsor” New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, declared projects like this to be part of the “liberation and well-being of all people.”

And LIHI’s Marta Kidane offered gratitude to the people of West Seattle and South Park, and also invited community members to sign up for the Glassyard Commons Community Advisory Committee, which will meet monthly online to discuss updates and concerns. (LIHI-operated West Seattle tiny-house site Camp Second Chance also has one that has plenty of room for more participation too. Contact marta.kidane@lihi.org if you’re interested.

Then, after the speeches, the photo op:

And the work continued, with promises of another gathering at the site when it opens in mid-November.

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Another meeting with Seattle Police next week: Alki Community Council

September 10, 2026 2:14 pm

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We’ve already reported on the meeting that Village Green West Seattle (WSB sponsor) is organizing next week to talk about Roxhill Park safety with Seattle Police and other agencies/departments, at 3:30 pm Thursday (September 17). We’ve just learned that a few hours later, another trouble spot – Alki Beach – will be discussed with SPD Southwest Precinct leadership. It’s the regular monthly gathering of the Alki Community Council, 7 pm Thursday (here’s agenda info on the ACC website). After another turbulent summer, there’s lots to discuss, and it’ll be in the usual location, Alki UCC (6115 SW Hinds).

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SEEN OFF WEST SEATTLE: M/V Sealth, getting ready to return to service

September 10, 2026 11:34 am

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Thanks for the tip and photo! If you noticed the state ferry M/V Sealth “spinning” in Elliott Bay this morning – it wasn’t a problem or a rescue. The Sealth has been undergoing maintenance and today it’s on sea trials, confirmed during the Washington State Ferries online community meeting that’s under way right now. If all goes well, it will return to the Triangle Route (Fauntleroy-Vashon-Southworth), which is on two-boat service right now until the third is available.

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West Seattle Art Walk, Sweet Stroll, ferry meetings, clogging, history, football, more for your Thursday!

September 10, 2026 9:58 am

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(Cormorant Cove photo by Bob Burns)

Here’s our lively list of what’s happening around West Seattle in the hours ahead, mostly from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you’ll find even more – THANK YOU to everyone who sends events for us to share!):

CRAFTS AND PUZZLES SALE: 10 am-2 pm, stock up on what you need to keep busy during the long dark months ahead – shop at Emilie’s Treasures Thrift Shop at The Mount (4831 35th SW).

SOUTH SEATTLE COLLEGE GARDEN CENTER: 10 am-3 pm, plant sales featuring and supporting students’ work. North end of SSC campus (6000 16th SW).

TODDLER STORY TIME: 10:30 am at Southwest Library (9030 35th SW).

WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES MEETING #1: 11 am online, first of two sessions of this periodic community update/Q&A opportunity (they’re doing it again tonight at 6 pm) – our calendar listing has the registration links for both.

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 be there to listen!)

NEW BEGINNER CLOGGING CLASS: Learn to clog! Get started today, 1:30-2:30 pm at Alki UCC (6115 SW Hinds),

WEST SEATTLE SOCIAL HOUR: Want to meet people – in person? Camp West (4539 California SW) is hosting a weekly “social hour” where you can drop in (21+) and do that!

DROP-IN CHESS: The regular High Point Library Thursday event is happening today – people under 18 can drop in 4-5:30 pm to play. (3411 SW Raymond)

HPCS FOOD-TRUCK VISIT: First of two Thursday night events at HPCS – this week and every Thursday, 4-8 pm, Highland Park Corner Store (7789 Highland Park Way SW) hosts a food truck. Tonight it’s Cascadia Pizza.

WINE TASTING WITH CLARK: Another regular Thursday event at HPCS, 5-7:30 pm – info here.

WEST SEATTLE ART WALK: 5-8 pm all around the peninsula – use this interactive map to see who’s hosting artists and where! Here are Art Walk participants we’ve heard directly from:
*West Seattle Nursery (5275 California SW) – also featuring the West Seattle Ukulele Players
*Snip-Its Salon for Kids (4506 California SW)

WEST SEATTLE SWEET STROLL: Same hours as the Art Walk, added optional activity, as previewed here – one ticket gets you treats from four Junction venues!

HELP HARVEST FOOD: Puget Ridge Edible Park (18th/Brandon) welcomes volunteers weekly to help harvest fresh food that will be donated to food banks – you can take some home too. Just be there 5-7 pm!

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: 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. While you’re there, check out the ongoing West Seattle Art Tour preview, as part of tonight’s Art Walk!

WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES MEETING #2: If you couldn’t attend the midday version of this periodic community update/Q&A opportunity, they’re doing it again tonight at 6 pm – our calendar listing has the registration link.

POSTCARDING PARTY: 6-8 pm at Beveridge Place Pub (6413 California SW), gathering to fill out postcards to encourage recipients to vote.

PRICK AND POUR: 6 pm succulent-planting night with Terraplanted at Wolfpack Cellars in White Center (9617 16th SW)

POKEMON LEAGUE: 6 pm Thursdays at Fourth Emerald Games (4517 California SW, upstairs) – BYO 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, with a track-workout option.

DUSTY THURSDAYS AT TIM’S: 6-9 pm, The Dusty 45s preceded by Joe Ross & The Birdwatchers, all ages, no cover, donations accepted for the musicians. (16th SW and SW 98th, White Center)

HIGH-SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Home game tonight for Chief Sealth IHS at Nino Cantu SW Athletic Complex (2801 SW Thistle), 6 pm vs. Roosevelt.

WORDS, WRITERS, SW STORIES: 6 pm online, the SW Seattle Historical Society‘s monthly speaker series features Jennifer Ott on the Seattle waterfront’s history.

TRIVIA AT ADMIRAL PUB: 7 pm trivia at Admiral Pub. (2306 California SW)

AT REVELRY ROOM: Tonight, DJ Supreme La Rock at Revelry Room (4547 California SW), starting at 8 pm.

KARAOKE AT MAX’S TRIANGLE PUB: 9 pm to closing time, your chance to sing! (9454 Delridge Way SW)

Planning an event that should be on our calendar and in our daily highlight list? Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

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YOU CAN HELP: West Seattle Elementary teacher grateful for snack support last year and seeking it again

September 10, 2026 9:00 am

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Community help “meant the world” to West Seattle Elementary teacher Cheyanne Chadwick and students last year, to ensurre after-school program participants had snacks. Here’s her request for this year:

School’s back in session, and this year my after-school program at West Seattle Elementary is starting two weeks early! I’m so excited to dive into the project-based learning we’ve got lined up. Think students building models of Antarctic research stations after talking with a real scientist at McMurdo Station, plus our fourth annual arcade showcase. My students are incredible young engineers, problem-solvers, and leaders, and I can’t wait to see what they build this year!

Last year, the West Seattle community stepped up to help me expand my snack offerings, enough for seconds and thirds, so no student would go hungry. That’s no small feat when 80% of my students qualify for Free and Reduced Lunch. And it worked: unlike the year before, not a single student dropped the program because of hunger!

This year my program is growing again to welcome even more young scholars. Feeding this many young people is expensive, but it’s important to me that I give my students more than a single bag of Goldfish in the long hours between lunch and dinner.

I hope the West Seattle community can help support my students again this year. Small monthly gifts end up being the most helpful, because they mean I can count on snacks all year long. $5/month provides about a week of string cheese for a classroom, $10/month covers about a week of hummus cups or apple slices, and $25/month is a full week of fresh fruit, veggies, and cheese for all my students.

One-time gifts are just as welcome too! You can donate at this link and it goes directly into my snack budget. Donations of single-serve, shelf-stable snacks (like the ones below) are also so appreciated! I’m happy to pick up in the West Seattle area if folks email me at cheyanne.chadwick@stempaths.org.

Favorite items include:

Pirate’s Booty

Fruit leathers (gelatin-free)

Animal crackers

Z-bars

Pretzel chips

Freeze-dried fruit chips

Goldfish crackers

Cereal/granola bars

Whole-grain cracker packs

Apple/yogurt pouches

Veggie straws

Popcorn

Peanut butter/cheese crackers

You can also drop snacks off at the front office (just let the office assistant know it’s for Cheyanne) or order delivery directly to the school.

However you’re able to support, it means the world to my classroom and me!

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TRANSIT, WEATHER, TRAFFIC: Thursday notes

September 10, 2026 6:00 am

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6:00 AM: Good morning! It’s Thursday, September 10, 2026.

TRANSIT TODAY

West Seattle Water Taxi Regular summer schedule, with later-night schedule Fridays and Saturdays (for one more month).

Metro buses – Regular weekday schedule today – any reroute/stop advisories will be here; reminder that buses return to SW Barton as of Saturday.

Washington State Ferries – The Fauntleroy/Vashon/Southworth route is now on a two-boat schedule “for about one week” because M/V Cathlamet is out of service; check the alert page for specifics.

WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET

The forecast is for cloudy skies, then clearing, high in the upper 60s. Sunrise will be at 6:40 am today; sunset will be at 7:31 pm.

BRIDGE TRAFFIC CAMERAS

Here are four bridge views from the SDOT map:

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

Low Bridge – Here’s the westward view:

1st Avenue South Bridge:

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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