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Education   -   May 11, 2026 UPDATE: Highline Doubles Down on i-Ready Despite Lawsuit, Privacy Concerns, and Parent Outcry
UPDATE: Highline Doubles Down on i-Ready Despite Lawsuit, Privacy Concerns, and Parent Outcry

UPDATE: Whistleblower and Highline parent Kelly Stonelake who advised the Highline Board to review digital assessment tool last week, now has a meeting with superintendent.

by Katie Kresly
Education   -   May 08, 2026 North Hill Leadership Change Draws Protest, Emotional Testimony at Board Meeting
North Hill Leadership Change Draws Protest, Emotional Testimony at Board Meeting

A sudden leadership shakeup at North Hill Elementary in Des Moines has sparked protests and emotional testimony, as families demand answers from Highline Public Schools.

by Katie Kresly
Education   -   May 06, 2026 Highline Board Meeting Tonight Draws Focus on North Hill Leadership Shake-Up; Teamsters Contract
Highline Board Meeting Tonight Draws Focus on North Hill Leadership Shake-Up; Teamsters Contract

Speakers plan to address North Hill leadership transfers and show support for Teamsters, signaling a packed and closely watched school board meeting.

by Katie Kresly
Events   -   May 01, 2026 Liberty Rugby Turns 40 with Pancakes, Matches, and a Full Day at SeaTac Park
Liberty Rugby Turns 40 with Pancakes, Matches, and a Full Day at SeaTac Park

At SeaTac Park, Liberty Rugby marks 40 years with pancakes, senior recognition, alumni, and a full day of matches and community.

by Katie Kresly
Cities   -   Apr 17, 2026 Fallout After Burien City Manager Sidelined, Citing Legal & Open Public Meeting Act Concerns
Fallout After Burien City Manager Sidelined, Citing Legal & Open Public Meeting Act Concerns

City leaders formalized administrative leave days after an earlier directive was challenged, highlighting disputes over authority, process, and staff direction.

by Katie Kresly
Cities   -   Apr 17, 2026 Burien City Manager Placed on Leave After Closed-Door Meeting
Burien City Manager Placed on Leave After Closed-Door Meeting

Burien City Council met Monday for an executive session. Council took unexpected action afterwards, placing City Manager Adolfo Bailon on administrative leave.

by Katie Kresly
Community   -   Apr 10, 2026 Vets Café Brings Veterans Together as Parade Plans Take Shape
Vets Café Brings Veterans Together as Parade Plans Take Shape

Burien veterans from Post 134 American Legion launch Vets Café, preview their Fourth of July plans, and spotlight local service efforts.

by Katie Kresly
Cities   -   Apr 03, 2026 Burien Council to Revisit Conflicting Minimum Wage Ordinance April 6
Burien Council to Revisit Conflicting Minimum Wage Ordinance April 6

Burien revisits minimum wage April 6 amid conflicting laws, lawsuits, and uncertainty despite already having one of Washington’s highest wages.

by Katie Kresly
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