Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce: Education IS Economic Development
Education IS Economic Development By Andrea H. Reay CEO/President Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce When I first started working in and with community organizations focused on economic development most of my colleagues and partners did not understand the link between education and economic development. There might have been a cursory awareness that most people realized that the more education a student received the higher their life time earning potential would be. But there was still a separation between who should be involved and dedicated to education and workforce initiatives and why. I’m happy to say that times have changed. Today, most businesses recognize just ...
VIDEO: Recognize this toy thief? Tukwila Police seeking public’s help
The Tukwila Police Department is seeking the public's help identifying the toy thief seen in the surveillance video below: ID ME – Bah Humbug Edition! We have two robbery suspects that we would like assistance with identifying. The female featured today in the white pants and black top entered a toy store, stole a large item then got greedy and came back for more. On her second go-around, she was confronted by an employee. Rather than just cut her losses and walk away, she chose to assault the employee by striking her in the face (2:07 mark) then struggled to retain the stolen ...
Tukwila Police arrest prolific 23-year old purse snatcher suspect
The Tukwila Police Department is reporting that on Friday afternoon, Oct. 19, 2018, detectives culminated a months-long investigation into a series of purse and wallet thefts at Costco with the arrest of Artem Bondahousky, 23 of Auburn (surveillance photos above). Police say that – beginning in February of 2018 – a pattern of purse and wallet thefts emerged in which victim’s purses and wallets were stolen from their shopping cart or vehicles. The victims were often putting groceries in the trunk of their vehicles or returning their shopping carts at Costco when the thefts occurred. Detectives and officers began tracking the use ...
Tukwila Police are proposing Red Light Cameras & want public’s feedback
The Tukwila Police Department announced Wednesday, Oct. 17 that it is proposing Red-Light Cameras, and they want feedback from the community. The cameras are being proposed for three intersections: Boeing Access at Martin Luther King Jr (Southbound and Eastbound) Southcenter Parkway at Strander Blvd (Northbound and Westbound) Grady at Interurban Ave South (Eastbound and Westbound) "The department is faced with the challenge of ensuring the safety of our arterials and neighborhood roadways while traffic volumes continue to increase," the department said in a statement. "Ongoing patrols by our officers can only accomplish so much, and it is important that we look at ...
Shooting threat at Foster High School Friday determined to be not credible
The Tukwila School District says that a posting on social media was made about a school shooting taking place at Foster High School on Friday, Dec. 14. Administrators worked with Tukwila Police Department... [Read more]
Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce: Education IS Economic Development
Education IS Economic Development By Andrea H. Reay CEO/President Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce When I first started working in and with community organizations focused on economic development... [Read more]
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Welcome to ‘Weekends Only,’ Tukwila’s Newest Antique & Oddity establishment
Welcome to ‘Weekends Only,’ Tukwila’s newest Antique & Oddity establishment – OPEN NOW! This is the newest place to find undiscovered treasures at incredible prices, and just like... [Read more]
VIDEO: Recognize this toy thief? Tukwila Police seeking public’s help
The Tukwila Police Department is seeking the public’s help identifying the toy thief seen in the surveillance video below: ID ME – Bah Humbug Edition! We have two robbery suspects that we would... [Read more]
Mayor’s statement on ‘Small Business’ Saturday
It is ‘Small Business’ Saturday, where we should bring attention and our dollars to local businesses. I feel it is important to shop local. Shopping a local Tukwila business means a portion of the... [Read more]
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JOBS: Wesley Homes holding Job Fair this Saturday, Nov. 3
Advertiser Wesley Homes will be holding a Job Fair this Saturday, Nov. 3, from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. at their Des Moines campus: At Wesley, we affirm the worth of all those we serve and those who provide... [Read more]
REMINDER: Dia de los Muertos is FRIDAY at the Burien Community Center
REMINDER: Burien’s fantástico, annual Day of the Dead Celebration – Dia de los Muertos – will be held this FRIDAY, Nov 2, 2018, from 6 – 9 p.m. at the Burien Community Center. “Ven... [Read more]
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Use SR 518? WSDOT wants to hear from you!
State Route 518 is more than just a highway. As the main route to one of the busiest airports in the country, it connects Western Washington to the world. Locally, it’s a key pipeline for commuters and... [Read more]
South King County Candidate Forum will be TONIGHT in Kent
Come meet your candidates, hear their stances on issues and voice yours too at APACEvotes’ FIRST EVER South King County Candidate Forum, being held TONIGHT – Friday, Oct. 26, from 5:30 – 8 p.m.! This... [Read more]
Tukwila Police arrest prolific 23-year old purse snatcher suspect
The Tukwila Police Department is reporting that on Friday afternoon, Oct. 19, 2018, detectives culminated a months-long investigation into a series of purse and wallet thefts at Costco with the arrest... [Read more]
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