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Farewell, Harold! Celebration planned for longtime Admiral Chevron worker who's about to leave after more than a quarter-century

2 months ago | westseattleblog.com | Aspen Anderson

By Aspen Anderson Reporting for West Seattle Blog For nearly three decades, Harold Chacon has been a fixture at the Chevron station at California/Admiral in West Seattle, known for his big, bubbly personality and infectious laugh. As he prepares to retire and return to Puerto Rico to care for his aging mother, the community he's served for years is reflecting on the impact he's had.
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West Seattle Blog… | WEEK AHEAD: Curious about the state of real estate? West Seattle Realty promises ‘straight talk’ conversation Wednesday

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West Seattle entrepreneur Tram Luu adds nails-only salon

2 months ago | westseattleblog.com | Aspen Anderson

By Aspen Anderson Reporting for West Seattle Blog Tram Luu has opened her second West Seattle business, Tram's Nail Salon, at 5631 California SW, in the mini-business district between Morgan Junction and The Junction. This new location is just a mile down the road from her first business, Tram's Salon, which opened 14 years ago and offers both hair and nail services. Her new shop was previously Amy's Nails.
West Seattle event on phones and youth mental health draws hundreds

2 months ago | westseattleblog.com | Aspen Anderson

By Aspen Anderson Reporting for West Seattle Blog Around 200 West Seattle parents and community members attended a discussion about cell phones, social media and mental health on Tuesday night at Gatewood Elementary. Much of this discussion was inspired by Jonathan Haidt's book "The Anxious Generation." The event aimed to kickstart a community conversation focused on supporting the mental health and development of West Seattle's children as they navigate the challenges posed by modern technology.
Mural proposed for waterfront park wall, with 'the whole neighborhood involved'

Jan 23, 2025 | westseattleblog.com | Aspen Anderson

By Aspen Anderson Reporting for West Seattle Blog An often-tagged wall on the West Seattle waterfront may be painted with a nearly 200-foot-long mural. West Seattle resident David Stockert is leading an effort to transform the wall along the north shore of Emma Schmitz Memorial Overlook Park on Beach Drive into a community mural, working with local artist Nalisha Estrellas. Stockert believes a mural could deter vandalism, reducing the need for repeated cleanups by Seattle Parks and Recreation.
ELECTION 2025: The other two ballot measures you’re about to vote on

Jan 23, 2025 | westseattleblog.com | Aspen Anderson

By Aspen AndersonReporting for West Seattle BlogWe’re continuing our look at what’s on the February 11 ballots that King County Elections mailed out today. Last night we reported on Seattle Propositions 1A and 1B, funding for “social housing”; tonight, we’ll look at the two levy votes for Seattle Public Schools.
ELECTION 2025: You’ll get a ballot soon. Here’s what the housing-related propositions are about

Jan 22, 2025 | westseattleblog.com | Aspen Anderson

By Aspen AndersonReporting for West Seattle BlogKing County Elections starts sending out ballots tomorrow for the February 11 special election. Your ballot will include four measures related to two issues. First, we’re looking at Seattle Propositions 1A and 1B, which involve funding for the Seattle Social Housing Developer created by a vote two years ago. The nonprofit coalition House Our Neighbors coalition spearheaded Initiative 135, approved in February 2023 with 57 percent of the vote.
VIDEO: Reflections on Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at South Seattle College-hosted Community Celebration

Jan 20, 2025 | westseattleblog.com | Aspen Anderson

(Photo courtesy Seattle Colleges)By Aspen AndersonReporting for West Seattle BlogIn advance of today’s holiday, Seattle Colleges hosted the 52nd annual Community Celebration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Friday at South Seattle College’s Brockey Center. The event featured music, speeches, and reflections focused on continuing Dr. King’s fight for justice. KIRO TV anchor Deedee Sun emceed the event, welcoming attendees with a call to action.
YOU CAN HELP: Here are your local volunteering options for MLK Day of Service

Jan 14, 2025 | westseattleblog.com | Aspen Anderson

(Students volunteering at Lincoln Park on MLK Day of Service 2024 – photo by forest steward Lisa McGinty)By Aspen AndersonReporting for West Seattle BlogA reader asked WSB to compile a list of volunteering opportunities for MLK Day of Service next Monday (January 20). Local options aren’t plentiful, but here’s what we’ve found so far.