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FOLLOWUP: WSHS softball team mentors younger players, plans dine-out fundraiser
February 8, 2026 11:59 pm
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(First and last photos courtesy WSHS Softball)

Hours before the Seahawks took the field in California, members of the West Seattle High School softball team took the field at Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex. Their mission this morning: A skills clinic for younger players.

(This photo and next three by WSB’s Torin Record-Sand)

They taught two groups, separated by skill level and experience.

This is not only a mentoring opportunity – it’s a fundraiser; the entry fees go to the WSHS Booster Club to fund team needs that the school budget doesn’t cover.

The clinic has been held since 2021, originally the idea of WSHS player Kamil Ygnacio, now an alum, but her sister Kaila led today’s event with her team co-captain Kenzie (they’re at L and R below with head coach Kyler Tsukada):

The fastpitch varsity team has another fundraiser this week that’s open to all, a dine-out fundraiser Wednesday (February 11), 5-9 pm, at Chipotle in The Junction – the info and ordering code can be found in our calendar listing. The team’s 2026 season starts in March.

WEEK AHEAD: ‘Beaver Detective’ at Rotary Club of West Seattle on Tuesday
February 8, 2026 11:24 pm
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 |   Rotary Club of West Seattle | West Seattle news | Wildlife

(2023 photo by Kersti Muul)

One year after filling the room at a local community council meeting and explaining why people should be “less anxious” about beavers, Pamela Adams will talk to the Rotary Club of West Seattle‘s weekly lunch gathering this Tuesday (February 10). The self-styled “Beaver Detective” is expected, the WS Rotary (WSB sponsor) says, to give attendees “a guided journey through Longfellow Creek, home to five known beaver families, and share how beavers are reshaping this urban creek, the importance of thoughtful human stewardship, and a hopeful, science-grounded look at how cities and wildlife can thrive together.” The meeting starts at noon Tuesday at the West Seattle Golf Course (4470 35th SW); if you’re interested in attending, ws_rotary@yahoo.com is the email contact.

UPDATE: Congratulations, Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks (and fans)!
February 8, 2026 7:24 pm
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 |   West Seattle news

7:24 PM: That of course is what the fireworks are for … Seattle 29, New England 13!

(Photo by Jerry Simmons)

7:53 PM: Jim tells us there’s a victory party in The Junction at Walk-all-Ways … when they have the signal! (Added, here’s a screengrab from the California/Alaska traffic camera:)

(And video:)

8:05 PM: For those wondering, KING 5 TV confirms the victory parade will be on 4th Avenue this Wednesday (February 11), northbound from Pioneer Square.

WEST SEATTLE BIRDS: This season’s last game-day gallery
February 8, 2026 4:00 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | Wildlife

Sorry, no “Seahawk” (Osprey) or even Superb Owl in the lineup today, but we do have six more bird photos to share in the last game-day gallery of this football season, courtesy of readers! Above, a Kingfisher that Steve Bender spotted at T-107 Park; he also photographed the “dancing” waterfowl below, at Jack Block Park:

Yvonne Frankovich photographed this juvenile Bald Eagle:

Also up in a tree with a view, these Crows, from Janelle Otterholt:

A Bewick’s Wren, from Jon Anderson:

And Jerry Simmons contributes the American Goldfinch:

We of course publish bird photos the rest of the year too, including sometimes as the highlight photo on our event lists each morning – thanks to everyone for sharing bird and other photos – westseattleblog@gmail.com is the best way (unless breaking news, which can be texted to 206-293-6302) – thank you!

FOLLOWUP: Chief Sealth IHS flag-football team’s season ends at state
February 8, 2026 3:01 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | WS & Sports

As noted earlier this month, the Chief Sealth IHS flag-football team finished third at the district tournament and won a berth at the state championships. Their opening game on Saturday was a tough one – facing top-seeded Lynden in their back yard at Ferndale – and the Seahawks lost 35-0. Congratulations to the team on a great season!

See inside new West Seattle Clothesline location on first donation day
February 8, 2026 12:28 pm
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 |   Delridge | How to help | West Seattle news

(Clothesline coordinator Karen Dahl)

Story and photos by Macey Wurm
Reporting for West Seattle Blog

The Clothesline, West Seattle Food Bank’s free-clothing program, hosted its first donation drive at their new location in the former food-store space at Cottage Grove Commons (5444 Delridge Way SW).

Clothesline will have two additional donation-only days for you to bring in your clothes on Tuesday, Feb. 10, and Thursday, Feb. 12, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., before they reopen to the public on Feb. 17th. We stopped by Saturday for a look inside the new location.

Clothesline has been closed for the past six weeks in order to organize the move to the new location. In anticipation of the closure, demand increased at the end of December, and volunteers expect most of their current inventory to leave the racks upon the reopening, according to Karen Dahl, the Clothesline program coordinator.

Dahl recommended that donors bring in warm winter jackets, sweatshirts, and work boots, which have been in high demand for shoppers needing proper gear for construction and gardening jobs. She also noted that donors should aim to bring seasonal items, as Clothesline’s storage space for out-of-season items is currently limited.

The limited storage space is one notable difference between the old and new locations, another being that the new location doesn’t have a parking lot, forcing visitors to rely on street parking or visit via transit.

Dahl is the only official staff member at Clothesline, supported by a 67-person-strong volunteer network. Dahl recalled that when she was down with pneumonia in January, they stepped up to pack the entirety of the old facility.

“I have the best volunteers.” Dahl said. “Don’t get me started on the volunteers … they are essential here.”

The program typically has 10-15 volunteers working on any given day, but is looking for some additional help on Saturdays.

At the conclusion of Saturday’s first day of donations, Dahl expressed optimism about donor turnout and the items received. The day served as “another reminder that we live in a remarkable community,” according to Tom, a Clothesline volunteer who has been helping out since the pandemic.

“The donors are really fabulous. A lot of people who come in and donate; they tell me directly they want to bring it here because they know it goes directly to people,” Dahl said.

Clothesline sees 40-50 “groups” per day that receive clothes – groups consisting of an individual and potential family members that they may be shopping for. Last year, Clothesline provided items to more than 5,000 families, with around 100,000 pieces cycling through the program annually.

Love being outdoors? You can shine as a SUN Nature Guide!
February 8, 2026 10:40 am
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 |   How to help | West Seattle news | West Seattle parks

Training starts next month for the next group of prospective volunteer SUN Nature Guides! Here’s the announcement sent to us to share with you:

Seattle Parks and Recreation Environmental Engagement Unit invites you to join our 2026 cohort of Seattle Urban Nature Guides. This award-winning volunteer group bridges the gap between people and the natural world within our city’s parklands.

As a Seattle Urban Nature Guide, you become part of a dedicated community working to ensure that every person can access meaningful experiences in nature. You’ll receive training in environmental-education techniques and equity practices, while learning to connect authentically with diverse audiences of all ages. Each program is an opportunity to create moments of wonder that can shape environmental consciousness for a lifetime.

What You’ll Gain:

-Professional development in communication, public speaking, teamwork, and teaching techniques
-Free, comprehensive training on environmental education techniques and equity concepts to connect with a wide variety of audiences
-Hands-on experience leading programs in a variety of settings from playgrounds to beaches
-Flexibility to choose shifts that work with your schedule
-Community with fellow volunteers and dedicated city staff
-Training begins March 2026. Attendance at all sessions is required. Before applying, please review the complete position description to ensure this opportunity aligns with your goals and availability.

APPLY NOW!

For questions about the program, training, or application process, contact PKSNatureFieldTrips@seattle.gov

WEST SEATTLE SUNDAY: Super Bowl watching, and what else is up today/tonight
February 8, 2026 6:03 am
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 |   West Seattle news | WS miscellaneous

(Photo by Steven Rice)

The Super Bowl is no doubt the super-sized event on today’s list – but you have other options today, particularly pre-game – here’s what else is up, mostly from our WSB West Seattle Event Calendar:

SOFTBALL CLINIC: Today’s the day WSHS players put on an 8:30 am skills clinic to mentor younger players – details here; the second (advanced) session still had some room as of Saturday. Rain or shine! Nino Cantu SW Athletic Complex, upper field (2801 SW Thistle).

SUNDAY FUNDAY RUNDAY: Exercise early! The Westies Run Club starts its 9 am run at Highland Park Corner Store today. (7789 Highland Park Way SW)

FREE WEST AFRICAN DANCE CLASS: Another way to get moving! 9:30 am at South Park Hall (1253 S. Cloverdale).

AMERICAN MAH JONGG: In The Junction, weekly Sunday morning games are happening at the new location of The Missing Piece (4707 California SW), 9:30 am.

SUNDAY MORNING MEDITATION: For a contemplative session, see if there’s space in the small-group meditation session at 9:30 am at Mama Be Well Healing Studio (4034 California SW).

WEST SEATTLE FARMERS’ MARKET: Lots of options for game-day food and drink! Open as usual on California SW between Oregon and Alaska, 10 am-2 pm, now in winter produce-and-products season – roots, greens, peppers, mushrooms, cabbage, beans, garlic, apples, more – plus lots of baked goods, cheeses, meats, fish, prepared foods, condiments, pasta, more. (Even chips!)

ROLLER DERBY ROAD TRIP: Want to spend a few pregame hours watching West Seattle-based Rainier Roller Riot bout? 10 am, Magnuson Park in North Seattle, you can do exactly that.

FREE NIA CLASS: Begins at 10:15 am; first class free if you pre-register. At Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary. (3618 SW Alaska)

MARCUS HARRISON GREEN @ WSUU: As previewed here, the Seattle journalist and advocate is guest speaker for Westside Unitarian Universalist Congregation‘s Black History Month Celebration service today, 10:30 am. (7141 California SW or livestream)

WEST SEATTLE TOOL LIBRARY: Need a tool but don’t need to, or can’t, buy it? You’ll probably be able to find it at, and borrow it from, the Tool Library, open 11 am-4 pm on the northeast side of Youngstown Cultural Arts Center. (4408 Delridge Way SW)

WEST SEATTLE RESIST: Regular weekly West Seattle Resist Sunday sign-holding event, 11:30 am-1:30 pm. South of Farmers’ Market. (California SW and SW Alaska)

(Photo by Greg Snyder)

SUPER BOWL PARTIES: Here’s our list of 11 West Seattle places to watch the game, from Alki to Morgan Junction, many opening early and advising you to get there early to get a table!

CLOSED ON GAME DAY: On the other hand, it’s a tradition for some local venues to close – or close early – on Super Bowl day. So far we’ve seen Mashiko mention it’s closed today and Cactus mention they’re closing early (2 pm). Anyone else? (Added: Raccolto and GH Pizza and Pasta.)

WELCOME ROAD WINERY: Pre-game relaxing at this West Seattle tasting room (with a patio!) open 2-5 pm, kids and dogs welcome. (3804 California SW; WSB sponsor)

MUSIC AT C & P: 3-5 pm, Martha Liz & Friends provide music to go with your beverages at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).

‘TOPDOG/UNDERDOG’: Theater instead of football – the new “comic fable” at ArtsWest has a matinée today, 3 pm. Check here for tickets.

ASTRA LUMINA: Held over into February, but no shows tonight.

TRIVIA AT MR. B’S MEAD CENTER: 5 pm to 8 pm, twice-monthly trivia hosted by Morgue Anne, all ages. (9444 Delridge Way SW)

UNDERGROUND TRIVIA AT CORNER POCKET: 7:30 pm, play after the game, win prizes! (4302 SW Alaska)

LIVE MUSIC AT THE ALLEY: 8-10 pm, end your weekend with live music with the Triangular Jazztet at The Alley (behind 4509 California SW).

Are you planning, organizing, and/or publicizing something that we could add to the WSB community event calendar – one-time or recurring? Please email us the basic details – westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

Flipped-car crash on Beach Drive
February 7, 2026 11:11 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | West Seattle traffic alerts

Thanks to the texter who sent that photo, confirming a dispatch we heard a few minutes ago for a reported flipped-car crash on Beach Drive at Canada [map]. No serious injuries reported, and nobody trapped – that’s why this wasn’t a “rescue extrication” callout as many flipped-car crashes are.

BIZNOTE: Heart-shaped pizzas at Mioposto for Valentine’s week, with an extra ingredient: Donation
February 7, 2026 10:26 pm
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 |   How to help | West Seattle news | West Seattle restaurants

Starting tomorrow (Sunday, February 8), Mioposto (WSB sponsor) brings back its heart-shaped pizzas – with part of the proceeds supporting a timely cause.

This Valentine’s Day, Mioposto invites guests to celebrate love while supporting an important local cause. From February 8 through February 16, the neighborhood favorite will offer its beloved heart-shaped pizzas, with 20 percent of heart-pizza sales donated to Northwest Immigrant Rights Project.

Northwest Immigrant Rights Project is a local organization that promotes justice by defending and advancing the rights of immigrants through direct legal services, systemic advocacy, and community education.

Whether dining in, picking up takeout, or sending a heart-shaped pizza as a Valentine’s Day surprise via delivery, guests can enjoy Mioposto’s heart-shaped pizzas in Cheese, Margherita, or Pepperoni.

This seasonal special provides a delicious way to share the love while giving back to the community. Heart-shaped pizzas are available at all five Mioposto locations: Mount Baker, Ravenna, Mercer Island, Admiral, and Eastlake.

Admiral Mioposto is at 2139 California SW. It’s open for brunch, lunch, happy hour, and dinner daily; see the hours here.

UPDATE: Eastbound entrance to West Seattle Bridge gets another barrier reset
February 7, 2026 10:04 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | West Seattle traffic alerts

10:04 PM: SDOT and SPD are closing the eastbound entrance to the West Seattle Bridge from Fauntleroy for another barrier reset. A crash on the westbound side was reported around 7:30; we don’t know exactly where – we even drove onto the bridge to look but didn’t see it. Nonetheless, barriers were pushed out of place somewhere, and this closure will last until they’re fixed.

10:24 PM: Eastbound traffic is entering the bridge again.

SUPER BOWL: 11 places to watch it in West Seattle
February 7, 2026 7:30 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | WS & Sports

The giant 12 flag is flying tonight at the West Seattle Corporate Center – as it did (after a lot of hoopla) before the Seahawks’ championship win in 2014 – and two of the 11 venues on our Super Bowl party list (for those who haven’t locked in a plan by now) are in line of sight:

OUNCES: The beer garden/taproom at 3809 Delridge Way SW had a Super Bowl party on the calendar even before the Seahawks were locked in for The Big Game – which is probably why their tables are all booked, but they’ve left some space for walk-ins.

THE SKYLARK: Up the block at 3803 Delridge Way SW, The Skylark is opening early for the game, and has announced a special menu. Four screens including the big 120-incher.

The Admiral District has options:

TASTE OF MUMBAI / MUMBAI MOONSHINE: At 2300 California SW, this recently renovated venue will be open at 11 and offering both the family-friendly dining room with “three large TVs” and the 21+ bar as viewing venues.

ADMIRAL PUB: At 2306 California SW, always a popular place to get your sports on. “Two large projector screens”; show up at 1 pm to secure a table.

GOOD SOCIETY: The brewpub at 2701 California SW is offering food and drink specials, from pints to pretzels. Four screens!

On to The Junction:

ALKI MASONIC CENTER: You’re invited to the center’s 2 pm party, with food and drink – they’re off the parking lot at 40th SW and SW Edmunds. Bring $10 donation for the food – or bring an appetizer.

REVELRY ROOM: Open at 1 pm, with food and drink specials. (alley side of 4547 California SW)

POGGIE TAVERN: Watch at West Seattle’s dive bar (4717 California SW)!

CORNER POCKET: 3 pm start. Raffles for Seahawks gear. (California/Alaska)

In Morgan Junction:

BEVERIDGE PLACE PUB: Open at 1 pm with five screens and specials. (6413 California SW)

And on Alki:

SEASIDE GRILL: Noon start for “tailgate party” at 2820 Alki SW, with food and beverage specials.

P,S. Some venues are closing, or closing early, on Sunday; we’ll include the ones we hear about in our Sunday morning event list.

PREVIEW: Sunday’s WSHS Softball clinic for younger players is on – and has a few openings
February 7, 2026 6:06 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | WS & Sports

(WSB photo, February 2025 clinic)

Two weeks ago, we told you about tomorrow’s annual skills clinic with West Seattle High School softball-team members mentoring younger players, 7-13. We have an update tonight – it’s on, rain or shine, and the second session has a few openings:

-No rain in the forecast for the morning so far, but since the field is turf, clinic is on, rain or shine!

-Spots still available for the Advanced session starting at 10:15 am. Register online at zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/wshs-softball-clinic, or walkups will be accepted if participants can pay via link/QR code or have exact cash.

The clinic’s in the upper field at Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex (2801 SW Thistle).

PREVIEW: Marcus Harrison Green to speak at Westside Unitarian Universalist Congregation
February 7, 2026 4:46 pm
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 |   West Seattle history | West Seattle news

Westside Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Gatewood is hosting Seattle journalist Marcus Harrison Green as part of a Black History Month celebration tomorrow (Sunday, February 8), and asked us to share that news with you, as all are welcome to come hear him speak. Here’s the announcement sent by WSUU:

Black history is not a sidebar to American history. It is one of its central threads. From freedom struggles and faith traditions to labor movements, art, and community care, Black people have continually shaped the moral, political, and spiritual landscape of this country. To engage Black history honestly is to better understand America itself, and to glimpse the possibilities of who we might yet become.

(Photo provided by WSUU)

In this sermon honoring Black History Month, local journalist Marcus Harrison Green will reflect on the stories, lessons, and questions that feel most urgent in this season of life. Drawing from national and local histories, he explores how Black communities have imagined and practiced forms of solidarity, resilience, and love under conditions not of their choosing. These histories offer more than remembrance; they offer instruction.

In perilous times, when fear is normalized, truth is contested, and the bonds of community are strained, Black history invites all of us into deeper responsibility. It challenges us to reckon with injustice, to expand our understanding of belonging, and to recommit to the unfinished work of building Beloved Community. This is not history meant only to be honored, but history meant to be learned from, wrestled with, and carried forward together.

Marcus’s bio: Marcus Harrison Green is a storyteller, truth-seeker, and advocate for narratives that reflect the full depth of marginalized communities. As the publisher of Hinton Publishing, Founder of the South Seattle Emerald, a columnist for The Stranger, and the cohost of the In The Meanwhile podcast, he has dedicated his life to reshaping the way stories are told about Black and brown communities. Born and raised in South Seattle, Marcus grew up witnessing the power and the harm of one-dimensional storytelling. He saw how communities like his were flattened into stereotypes, their voices lost in the margins.

After an unfulfilling stint in the investment world, he walked away from corporate life with a renewed sense of purpose: to amplify the voices too often neglected and tell stories with the nuance, complexity, and humanity they deserve.

The Sunday service starts at 10:30 am. WSUU is at 7141 California SW.

BASKETBALL: Chief Sealth IHS hosts Hale on Senior Night
February 7, 2026 2:05 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | WS & Sports

Last night was also Senior Night – final home game of the season – at Chief Sealth International High School, whose basketball teams hosted Nathan Hale HS. We weren’t able to get to the girls’ game, which Hale won. Sealth’s senior girls on the roster are Alysse Bland, Mariah Rillo, Dajah Johnson, and Alana Domingo Rago.

For the boys, who defeated Hale 56-52, seniors on the roster include G’Anthony Nichols, Abdullah’ı Yusuf, Judah Doucettperry, and Calvin Washington Jr.

During the game, Doucettperry, #14, led scoring.

Next was #2, Adnaan Mohamed:

#5, Silas Lee, hit two three-pointers:

Shots like. those of course were crowd-pleasers:

Rebounding leader was Washington, #30:

Here’s Nichols. #4, taking a shot:

And Koby Ioane, #11:

Sealth also celebrated Senior Night for the cheer team:

That included senior cheerleader Joyleah Rodrigues:

Senior cheerleader Lyliann Truong:

Senior cheerleader Kimberly Herrera:

Last night’s games were the last one on the season schedule for both Sealth varsity teams.

WEST SEATTLE WEEKEND SCENE: Classic BMW car show at Don Armeni Boat Ramp
February 7, 2026 12:48 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | West Seattle parks

Don Armeni Boat Ramp often sees groups gather to show off cars – but what’s under way at the park right now appears to be more official than most: the 24th annual 020202 Show and Swap with owners of BMW 2002s (that’s the model, not the year).

Thanks to Ian for the tip, photos, and even this link about the show, which is set to continue until 2 pm.

BASKETBALL: West Seattle HS hosts Roosevelt on Senior Night to start season’s last weekend
February 7, 2026 12:18 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | WS & Sports

Story and photos by Jason Grotelueschen
Reporting for West Seattle Blog

The West Seattle High School boys and girls basketball squads honored their senior athletes on Friday night, as WSHS hosted Roosevelt for back-to-back home games with a senior ceremony prior to each game.

The girls played first, and the seniors are Jhamae Hidalgo, Izzy Baber, and Lucy Parker:

The WSHS senior boys are Jack Aykens, Esayas Brigham, Sully Pond, Tyce Sayles, Lane Anderson, Owen Merta, and James Ko:

In the girls’ game, the visiting Rough Riders (with a strong 19-2 record on the season) got off to a hot start and took a 50-16 lead into halftime, and kept cruising to earn a 78-38 victory over the Wildcats. WSHS was led in scoring by sophomore Ayla Moore with 13 points, followed by freshmen Ella Brown and Edna Tito with 8 points each. On the Roosevelt side, freshman Molly Kirkland poured in 16 points while junior Audrey Richardson added 12.

The boys’ game was a hard-fought battle, with WSHS having the edge in the first half, leading 20-15 after the first period and 27-16 at halftime. In the second half, though, Roosevelt clawed back and tied the game late in the 3rd quarter, taking a 49-47 lead in the final minutes and holding on to top the Wildcats by a score of 55-52. The Wildcats were led by senior Sully Pond with 17 points and junior Gabe Kearney with 8. For Roosevelt, sophomore Jason Dollar notched 18 points and senior Jake Sprangers added 11, and the Rough Riders have a season record of 7-13 as they prepare to face powerhouse Rainier Beach (which played at WSHS in January, featuring the nation’s top player Tyran Stokes) today.  

This was the final game of the season for the WSHS girls, who finished 5-14 on the year, and the boys are 5-15 with one game remaining — today (Saturday 2/7) at 2:30 PM at home against Garfield. 

Here are some photos of the teams in action, starting with the girls, led by Ayla Moore:

Edna Tito:

Ella Brown:

Junior Seneca Lucas (#10) and senior Lucy Parker (#3):

WSHS girls coach Darnell Taylor and staff:

For the boys, seniors Lane Anderson (#1) and Sully Pond (#2):

Senior Owen Murta:

Junior Tatum Joyner (#5) and Anderson:

Juniors Gabe Kearney (#13) and Tre Samek-Burns (#14):

Senior Esayas Brigham:

WSHS boys coach Rick Ticeson and staff:

At halftime of the girls’ game, the Madison Middle School basketball team (many of which will be future WSHS Wildcats) entertained the crowd with a quick scrimmage:

And the WSHS cheer squad and student section kept the energy high throughout the games:

 

 

 

SURVEY: Mayor Wilson has questions for renters
February 7, 2026 11:28 am
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 |   West Seattle housing | West Seattle news

Mayor Katie Wilson, who lives in a rented apartment, has questions for other renters, and has launched a survey. It’s been out a day or two, so you might have heard about it and even responded to it already. If not, here’s the link. The survey will collect data on respondents’ rent, fees, and utilities, as well as asking questions such as this:

What would make you feel at home as a renter in Seattle?

-Reducing the amount that a landlord can raise your rent in a calendar year
-Restricting the kinds of fees that landlords require you to pay
-Timely responses to request for repairs and health and safety concerns
-Access to a tenants union or other similar organization

It has open-ended questions too. The survey will be open until next Friday night (February 13). It’s available in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Amharic, simplified Chinese, and traditional Chinese, with all those links here.

WEST SEATTLE SATURDAY: 30 options!
February 7, 2026 6:03 am
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 |   West Seattle news | WS miscellaneous

(Skyline Seahawks support, seen from Hamilton Viewpoint last night, this photo and next by Greg Snyder)

Happy Super-Bowl-Eve Saturday! Highlights for today and tonight include open houses, student performances, workouts, comedy, music, theater, roller derby, a donation drive, more – mostly from our West Seattle Event Calendar:

SATURDAY GROUP RUN: At West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor), you can join the Saturday 8 am free group run.

FREE PRENATAL WORKOUT: 9 am at FIT4MOM West Seattle (3707 California SW), free FIT4BABY class.

FREE MEDITATION: Start the weekend with Heavily Meditated, 9 am free meditation at Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary (3618 SW Alaska).

INTRODUCTORY WALK and WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: 9:30 am, walk a mile as a prelude to the 10 am well-being walk (or just show up for that one). Both start from 47th SW and Fontanelle.

DONATE AT NEW WEST SEATTLE CLOTHESLINE SITE: 10 am-1 pm at 5444 Delridge Way SW, take seasonally appropriate clothing donations to the new location of the West Seattle Clothesline clothing bank.

OPTIMIZING DIGESTION: Invest 2.5 hours in learning how! 10 am-12:30 pm online with Megan Taylor, ND, FABNG, of Neighborhood Naturopathic Clinic (WSB sponsor) and Fawn Coussens, PT, of Kinetic PT – find details and registration info in our calendar listing.

ARK PRESCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: 10 am-noon, visit the preschool at Arbor Heights Community Church. (4113 SW 102nd)

MORNING MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), Marco de Carvalho and Friends perform. Info about Marco’s music is here.

FAMILY STORY TIME: 10:30 am at High Point Library (3411 SW Raymond). Free.

FREE WRITING GROUP: 10:30 am free, weekly, in-person, critique-free group – details in our calendar listing.

LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE – OPEN HOUSE @ VILLAGE GREEN: 11 am to 1 pm, visit Village Green West Seattle (2615 SW Barton; WSB sponsor) for an open house with tours, Q&A, and info about their senior-living options.

FAMILY READING TIME: At Paper Boat Booksellers, 11 am family reading time. (4522 California SW; WSB sponsor)

LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: The home of West Seattle’s history is open, noon-4 pm most Saturdays (61st SW and SW Stevens).

VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER: The center is open to visitors noon-3 pm Saturdays, as explained here. (2236 SW Orchard)

LONG-DISTANCE ADVOCACY: Monthly Saturday meeting gathering to write Postcards 4 Democracy, 12:30 pm-2:30 pm at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor).

ALKI ELEMENTARY MUSICAL, TWO PERFORMANCES: See rock musical “Olympus,” performed by Alki Elementary students, at 1 pm or 6:30 pm at Schmitz Park Elementary (5000 SW Spokane) – info and tickets here!

VISCON CELLARS TASTING ROOM/WINE BAR: Tasting room open, with wine by the glass or bottle – 1-6 pm at Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor).

NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM, WINE BAR, STORE: Open 1-6 pm on north end of South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus.

FREE MASSAGE: 3-5 pm walk-in clinic offering short, specific massages at Nepenthe. (9447 35th SW)

JUNIOR ROLLER DERBY: Southside Revolution hosts visitors from Whatcom County for bouts starting at 4:15 pm at Southgate Roller Rink (9676 17th SW, White Center) – details and advance ticket link in our calendar listing.

MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 6 pm, Circle of Songs at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), all ages, no cover.

ASTRA LUMINA: A few more weekends for the celestially inspired lights-and-sound show at Seattle Chinese Garden on the north end of the South Seattle College campus (6000 16th SW); first admission at 6 pm, get tickets here.

SUPER SMASH SATURDAYS: Play at Fourth Emerald Games (4517 California SW, upstairs), starting at 6:30 pm.

LIVE AT KENYON HALL: Morsel Trio, piano and strings, 7 pm; get tickets here. (7904 35th SW)

LIVE AT EASY STREET RECORDS: West Seattle School of Rock house band, 7 pm, free, all ages. (California SW & SW Alaska)

‘TOPDOG/UNDERDOG’: First weekend for the new play at ArtsWest (4711 California SW), 7:30 pm curtain, get tickets here.

COMEDY COMPETITION, NIGHT 3: You get all the laughs, and you’re the judge! 8 pm at Great American Diner and Bar (4752 California SW), get tickets here.

REVELRY ROOM: 9 pm, Dilla Day. (4547 California SW)

SK8 PARTY: 9 pm-midnight at Southgate Roller Rink (9676 17th SW), with rotating DJs spinning old-school funk & hip-hop, $18 plus $5 skate rental.

KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: 10 pm karaoke at Talarico’s Pizzeria. (4718 California SW)

Have a West Seattle event coming up? If community members are welcome, your event is welcome to a listing on our calendar, free of charge, always! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!

CONGRATULATIONS! West Seattle HS bowler Molly Combs wins state championship
February 6, 2026 11:11 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | West Seattle schools | WS & Sports

When the individual bowlers at the 3A state championships were all finished today, the top score – and the title “champion” – belonged to one of West Seattle High School‘s three bowlers in the tournament, Molly Combs! Her score for six games at Bowlero in Tukwila was 1191. Also bowling for WSHS, Violet Higenberg finished 55th of 102 with 785, Madison Miller finished 63rd with 714.

WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Suspected car prowler/thief gets ‘lucky’ – then unlucky
February 6, 2026 9:31 pm
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 |   Crime | West Seattle news

A suspected car prowler/thief is spending a second night in the King County Jail after getting arrested in a stolen car outside the Harbor Avenue 7-Eleven. He was tracked there by the owner of the car, which had been stolen in North Admiral just before 3 am Thursday. The owner called police to help him get his car back, and they converged on the 7-11, arresting the 34-year-old suspect. From the report narrative, which we obtained from police today:

… (The victim) stated that his vehicle was parked behind his home when it was stolen. The vehicle had been inadvertently left unlocked with a gym bag inside. Inside this gym bag was a key to the car. (The suspect) had been prowling cars in the (area), and this is how he made entry to (the victim’s) vehicle. (He) drove the stolen vehicle to the 7/11 on Harbor Av SW, where he proceeded to pass out after using narcotics. (The victim) provided security video that appears to show (the suspect) approach the stolen vehicle before it drives away.

Police also heard from a car-prowl victim one block away from the car-theft victim, and the report continues:

… His vehicle was also parked behind his home … This vehicle was also unlocked, and (the suspect) stole a pair of binoculars, a photocopy of (the victim’s) passport, and about $250 in gift cards. These binoculars were recovered hanging around the neck of (the suspect).

The case number, if you have anything to tell police, is 26-034777. (Side note, the report narrative doesn’t say exactly how the car-theft victim tracked his car, only that “GPS” was involved.)

SUPER BOWL: West Seattle show of Hope for a win
February 6, 2026 7:09 pm
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 |   West Seattle news | WS & Sports

Another West Seattle show of support for the Seahawks, as they get ready to return to the Super Bowl on Sunday (3:30 pm vs. New England) – thanks to Richard Figgins for sharing the photo of Hope Lutheran School students who formed a giant 12 (updated) on the north-campus patio this afternoon!

CRIME WATCH: Mail thief hits West Seattle Food Bank. Here’s what happened, and what check-sending donors need to know
February 6, 2026 3:14 pm
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 |   Crime | West Seattle news

Another multiple-mailbox break-in, apparently with a key … and this time the mail-theft victims included a nonprofit, which has a message for donors who might have sent checks the thief could have taken. The nonprofit is the West Seattle Food Bank at 35th SW and SW Morgan, whose development director Robbin Peterson sent the security-video image above with this report:

West Seattle Food Bank was hit by mail theft early this morning, Feb. 6, 2026, at approximately 12:15 a.m. SPD report # T00050696.
Based on our security footage, this appears to be the same individual you’ve reported on previously. He very clearly has a master key and was able to open the primary mailbox doors without forcing entry. After accessing our box, he also opened apartment residents’ mailboxes to the left, then re-locked everything before leaving.

This is the bank of mailboxes, on 35th:

Robbin continued:

In the photo (below), the stack of mail shown in his hands was taken entirely from WSFB’s mailbox, located in the upper left of the set. We don’t know how many pieces of our mail were taken; only two items were recovered.

One important detail for our beloved community donors: If you recently mailed a check to WSFB and are concerned it may have been included in the stolen mail, we encourage you to reach out to us so we can help confirm receipt or discuss next steps. To reduce the risk of this happening again, we have secured P.O. Box 46220, Seattle, WA 98146 for all future mail and donations. As always, online gifts are secure and warmly welcomed through our website at www.westseattlefoodbank.org.

Mail recovered afterward also included items from at least two neighboring buildings, indicating we were not the only property hit. We’re continuing to work with building management, USPS, and law enforcement.