Archive for December, 2008

White Center Christmas Eve scene

Wednesday, December 24th, 2008 Posted in Food, Holidays | Comments Off on White Center Christmas Eve scene

Orchids and a Christmas tree, side by side near the front window in Pho 54. Have a great Christmas Eve and drive safely! Read more..

White Center snow: Wednesday info – closures, buses, more

Wednesday, December 24th, 2008 Posted in King County, Metro, Snow, Weather, White Center news | Comments Off on White Center snow: Wednesday info – closures, buses, more

(Photo courtesy Jerry, taken at 14th SW and SW 116th) KING COUNTY: Closures and changes updated here METRO BUSES: Here's today's outlook Read more..

In case you missed it: King County deputy found not guilty

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008 Posted in King County, White Center news | Comments Off on In case you missed it: King County deputy found not guilty

A controversial case that started with a White Center-area chase/arrest has ended in federal court, with a deputy being found not guilty, and the Sheriff's Office saying the case shouldn't ... Read more..

Tips for driving in the snow

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008 Posted in Weather | 1 Comment »

Looking out the window of the Cafe watching cars struggling in the snow and sludge.  Here's some tips.  If you get stuck in a snow bank and your wheels are ... Read more..

White Center snow: Metro expects limited service again today; other closures/changes

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008 Posted in Metro, Transportation, Weather, White Center news | Comments Off on White Center snow: Metro expects limited service again today; other closures/changes

Here's the official overview. 5:54 AM: The route status page was updated just a few minutes ago. 6:33 AM: The King County closures list is updated - parks and pools including Steve ... Read more..

Full Tilt Is open on Monday

Monday, December 22nd, 2008 Posted in White Center news | 1 Comment »

We don't normally, but it seems like one of the first nicer days that we have had. Come play some pinball and have some hot cocoa and free wifi. Read more..

Seattle Times Reports on Agreement by Seattle and Burien on Annexation

Monday, December 22nd, 2008 Posted in Annexation, Burien, North Highline UAC, White Center | 4 Comments »

Although most of the details of the proposed agreement between Seattle and Burien for the proposed annexation have been covered in this blog as well as our partner, West Seattle ... Read more..

Cafe Rozella is Open on Monday

Monday, December 22nd, 2008 Posted in Weather, White Center | 2 Comments »

On this snowy and cold Monday morning, Cafe Rozella is open.  Dropy by for your Mexican Mocha and shake off the cabin fever. Read more..

Update: Thanks for answering White Center Food Bank’s call for volunteer help!

Monday, December 22nd, 2008 Posted in How to Help, Volunteering, Weather, White Center Food Bank | 1 Comment »

11:20 AM UPDATE: Got another note from Rick, who says they've gotten LOTS of help thanks to folks who read about this on WCN and/or partner site West Seattle Blog. ... Read more..

White Center snow: Monday morning updates

Monday, December 22nd, 2008 Posted in King County, Metro, Snow, Weather, White Center news | Comments Off on White Center snow: Monday morning updates

(photo courtesy Alison - tend to your downspouts and storm drains when you can; eventually this will all melt) Road/bus stories to share? Please add them in comments. Meantime, as of ... Read more..

Citywide media picks up annexation agreement – 2 weeks later

Monday, December 22nd, 2008 Posted in Annexation | Comments Off on Citywide media picks up annexation agreement – 2 weeks later

Two weeks ago tonight, White Center Now brought you first word of the annexation-process agreement between Seattle, Burien, and other parties, minutes after it was announced by Burien city manager ... Read more..

White Center snow: King County’s latest update

Sunday, December 21st, 2008 Posted in King County, Weather | Comments Off on White Center snow: King County’s latest update

Known closures for Monday are now listed here - including Steve Cox Park and Evergreen Pool. More as we get it. Read more..

White Center snow: County update, Sunday afternoon

Sunday, December 21st, 2008 Posted in King County, Snow, White Center news | Comments Off on White Center snow: County update, Sunday afternoon

Just in from King County: Fewer King County residents than expected are struggling with weather-related impacts today as the overnight storm packed less of a punch than forecast. The weather along with staffing ... Read more..

What’s open in White Center

Sunday, December 21st, 2008 Posted in Businesses, Weather, White Center | Comments Off on What’s open in White Center

Right now a number of businesses are open in White Center, including Walgreens, Bartell, Pho 88, El Paisano, Taqueria Guaymas, Center Tool Rentals and, of course, Cafe Rozella.   If I ... Read more..

The snow is coming down heavy now

Sunday, December 21st, 2008 Posted in Weather, White Center | 2 Comments »

A fresh layer of heavy snow coming down.  There is a icy sugar glaze over last night's snow.  Could be very trecharous so be careful.  Share your pictures. Read more..

Cafe Rozella is Open

Sunday, December 21st, 2008 Posted in Weather, White Center | Comments Off on Cafe Rozella is Open

Come on in for warmth, coffee and conversation. Read more..

White Center whiteout: Snow continues

Saturday, December 20th, 2008 Posted in Snow, Weather, White Center news | 2 Comments »

Some info: King County road reports can be found here -- nothing listed in White Center as of this writing late Saturday night, but there is one in Boulevard Park. Driving to ... Read more..

Storm has arrived in White Center

Saturday, December 20th, 2008 Posted in Weather | 2 Comments »

It's coming down and the roads are already slicker.  Time to go home. Read more..

Zippy’s Burgers is Open

Saturday, December 20th, 2008 Posted in Businesses, White Center | 1 Comment »

Hungry for some real burgers and fries?  Zippy's is open and will stay open till about 7:30.  Fear not foodies. Read more..

Saturday update: THE SNOW IS BACK

Saturday, December 20th, 2008 Posted in Safety, Snow, Weather, White Center news | 1 Comment »

Just started falling. Info updates re: roads etc. as we get them, as it intensifies. Got pix/info? Leave comments and/or send to the White Center Now team at whitecenternow@gmail.com - ... Read more..