The Braver Angels Alliances of Washington State are hosting a free, online public debate around a new (House Bill) HB 1038, that would seek a resolution to 'Minors (under 18) should be allowed to undergo medical modifications to match their self-declared gender identity.' State Representative Cyndy Jacobsen is
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Repost: Original article on The Center Square by Carleen Johnson- Oct. 10, 2025 (The Center Square) – The Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction has explained why student test score data suddenly vanished from its website. “The data were taken down from the website because they were multiple years out
by AdminEditorial published with permissions by John White -long-time Burien resident For those who check in at DESC determined to stay clean, the first days ought to feel like a turning point — a chance to rebuild. Some arrive sober, carrying little more than hope and resolve. But inside the walls, the
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Campaign Corner For Other Published Responses to date: Click Here The Highline Journal reached out to the 33rd Legislative District State Representative, Position 1, candidates for a “Question of the Week.” This race is for a 1-year unexpired term. Question: Over the past years, King County has experimented with two
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Artists United Showcases Local Talent at the Normandy Park Cove Art lovers are invited to celebrate creativity and community at this year’s Artists United Art Show, happening Saturday and Sunday, November 1–2, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Normandy Park Cove in the Community
by AdminEditorial published with permissions by John White -long-time Burien resident Chapter 2: DESC: The Stagnant Holding Cell The DESC model always begins with lofty words. Housing first. Compassion. Stability. On the surface, it appears to be a humane and logical approach: get people off the streets, give them a room,
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School Board Director For Other Published Responses to date: Click Here The Highline Journal reached out to the School District Board candidates for a “Question of the Week.” Academic success remains a top concern amongst voters in our community. Below is the question and non-edited responses we received from the
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The Highline Public Schools Board of Directors will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 5:15 to 5:45 p.m. at the Central Office Building located at 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW, Burien. This public hearing is regarding the proposed sale of surplus property consisting of
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The Braver Angels Alliances of Washington State are hosting a free, online public debate around a new (House Bill) HB 1038, that would seek a resolution to 'Minors (under 18) should be allowed to undergo medical modifications to match their self-declared gender identity.' State Representative Cyndy Jacobsen is
by AdminA Planning Commission meeting captured a vulgar remark, raising serious concerns about conduct, process, and fairness in public decision-making. The remark was later acknowledged by new Councilmember Rocco DeVito.
In Washington State, a vibrant yet often underrecognized community is quietly building systems of care, cultural preservation, and advocacy. ALA Garífuna Women (Anichigu Luma Amenigini) is a Seattle-based nonprofit dedicated to uplifting Garífuna women and families through education, cultural programs, and worker advocacy—work that is deeply rooted in lived
The explicit remark came from an unidentified Zoom attendee during a zoning discussion involving Three Tree Point, Lake Burien, and Seahurst neighborhoods.
An In-depth Look at the Gathered-Data Used to Drive the Districts' Strategic Plan for English by Stuart Jenner Last fall, I had a memorable conversation with a 10th grade student taking Middle Year International Baccalaureate English at Mt. Rainier High School. I asked her what book she was reading.
By Carlene Johnson - The Center Square October 31, 2025 [Editor's Note: This story is close to home and reflects the Burien experience with the DESC failures.] (The Center Square) – On an overcast mid-October day, just inside the Third Avenue offices of We Heart Seattle, Executive Director Andrea
by Melissa Petrini, Managing Editor for The Highline Journal [This is a follow-up story to this story published last week] Full Disclosure: I am a recently resigned Highline School Board Director, and have studied this over the past several years to understand for myself what was within the Board'
Editorial by Martin Barrett- The Highline Journal Editorial Board [Editor's Note: Over the past several years, Sally Nelson, (past Burien Mayor), has demonstrated clear one-sided bias through various commentaries submitted to the B-Town Blog. These commentaries lack a balanced perspective; picking and choosing candidates to criticize based on
[NOTE FROM EDITOR: Letters to the Editor do not necessarily reflect the opinions of The Highline Journal or Daniel Media. If you wish to submit a story, photo, article, or letter, please email us at info@thehighlinejournal.com. We look forward to hearing from you.] Dear Highline Community and Families,
The Braver Angels Alliances of Washington State are hosting a free, online public debate around a new (House Bill) HB 1038, that would seek a resolution to 'Minors (under 18) should be allowed to undergo medical modifications to match their self-declared gender identity.' State Representative Cyndy Jacobsen is
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Repost: Original article on The Center Square by Carleen Johnson- Oct. 10, 2025 (The Center Square) – The Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction has explained why student test score data suddenly vanished from its website. “The data were taken down from the website because they were multiple years out
by AdminEditorial published with permissions by John White -long-time Burien resident For those who check in at DESC determined to stay clean, the first days ought to feel like a turning point — a chance to rebuild. Some arrive sober, carrying little more than hope and resolve. But inside the walls, the
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Campaign Corner For Other Published Responses to date: Click Here The Highline Journal reached out to the 33rd Legislative District State Representative, Position 1, candidates for a “Question of the Week.” This race is for a 1-year unexpired term. Question: Over the past years, King County has experimented with two
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Artists United Showcases Local Talent at the Normandy Park Cove Art lovers are invited to celebrate creativity and community at this year’s Artists United Art Show, happening Saturday and Sunday, November 1–2, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Normandy Park Cove in the Community
by AdminEditorial published with permissions by John White -long-time Burien resident Chapter 2: DESC: The Stagnant Holding Cell The DESC model always begins with lofty words. Housing first. Compassion. Stability. On the surface, it appears to be a humane and logical approach: get people off the streets, give them a room,
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School Board Director For Other Published Responses to date: Click Here The Highline Journal reached out to the School District Board candidates for a “Question of the Week.” Academic success remains a top concern amongst voters in our community. Below is the question and non-edited responses we received from the
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The Highline Public Schools Board of Directors will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 5:15 to 5:45 p.m. at the Central Office Building located at 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW, Burien. This public hearing is regarding the proposed sale of surplus property consisting of
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