Garbage Update

December 22, 2008 by Leave a Comment

West Seattle Blog states that for those of us with garbage pick up on Mondays (weather permitting) they will TRY to pick garbage tomorrow.  How do I know this?  From following West Seattle Blog's Twitter profile. 

westseattleblog @mortgageporter everything. trucks won't try today will try tomorrow. we'll check with SPU late in the day if they have a prognosis #seatst

I'm amazed at how much storm information has been provided via various forms of social media/networking.  In fact, I wrote an article about that here.

Currently, it looks like if you normally have garbage picked up on Mondays, you should roll out all of your garbage (including recycle and yard waste) before tomorrow morning and they will TRY to make the rounds.  If I hear of anything new, I'll let you know…or you can check out WSB's twitter (or go directly to their blog).

UPDATE 9:26 AM December 23, 2008:  According to WSB's Twitter–NO GARBAGE PICK UP TODAY.  Drats!

Filed Under: Current Affairs

News Release from the City of Seattle regarding the Weather

December 20, 2008 by Leave a Comment

On Sunday, Hiawatha Community Center will be  open from noon – 5:00 pm for shelter should you need it.  From the Press Release:

“Seattle Public Utilities reminds residents to prepare water pipes for cold weather. Shut off outside faucets, drain the water and protect them by insulating them with rags or foam covers. Pipes in exposed or unheated areas (attics, basements and garages) should be wrapped with tape and insulating materials, available at local hardware stores. Drain and remove all outdoor hoses, and shut off and drain in-ground sprinkler systems.

Residents are also urged to protect indoor sink pipes that are against exterior walls, by opening under-sink cabinet doors, allowing heat to circulate. During severe cold, allow the faucet farthest from your front door to slowly drip cold water. Set your thermostat no lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit, day or night (even if you are away).

If a water pipe breaks, immediately close the main shut-off valve to stop excessive flooding. If you cannot turn off the main shut-off valve, SPU customers can call  (206) 386-1800  and a crew will turn off the water at the meter for a standard service charge.”

Filed Under: Current Affairs, Safety, Weather

Zombie spotted on Beach Drive

October 25, 2008 by Leave a Comment

If you see her, please donate canned goods to keep her spirits calm and charitable.

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Read more about Thrill the World by clicking here.   Their next performance is at 2:00 today at Easy Street.

Filed Under: Charity, Current Affairs, Holidays, Just for fun, People

Howdy Neigbhor!

September 28, 2008 by Leave a Comment

Did you know that today, Sunday, September 28, 2008 is National Good Neighbor Day?

Good Neighbor Day started in Montana in 1971 by Mrs. Mattson.  On September 18, 2008, the Senate passed a resolution recoginzing the importance of National Good Neighbor Day.  (They must have passed this in their spare time).

If your neighbors are anything like ours, this will be a very easy day to celebrate!

Hat Tip: Zillow Blog

Filed Under: Current Affairs

Late Night Police Activity on Beach Drive

September 20, 2008 by 2 Comments

I’m not totally sure of what’s going on but at Jacobson and Beach Drive (approx.) there are some minors that have been pulled over and are sitting on the sidewalk with two Police cars.   They’ve been here for quite a while and at one point, a neighbor reports they saw Police searching up Jacobsen with a dog.

Hopefully we’ll have more info to follow up with.   If you have any details, please comment and let us know.

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Repaving along Beach Drive

September 11, 2008 by Leave a Comment

This photo is from along Mee Kwa Mooks Park.

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On a side note, but somewhat related, did anyone else find that their car was hit with the white spray from when the DOT sprayed the roads recently? 

Filed Under: Current Affairs

In Honor of Those We Lost Seven Years Ago

September 11, 2008 by Leave a Comment

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Beach Drive home with American flag at half-mast in honor of Patriot Day.

Filed Under: Beach Drive Homes, Current Affairs

Shhhh…It’s a Surprise

August 13, 2008 by Leave a Comment

At 7pm tonight, a gentleman will be ariving with his signficant other at this site at Mee Kwa Mooks.

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I had to grin when the Chef told me the name of his company: Rain City Catering…it shares the same name as on of the blogs I’m an author at.  Unfortunately, I’m not able to find info on this catering…if anyone has info, please comment and let me know.

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Filed Under: Current Affairs, Events, Parks

Southwest Precinct Police Appreciation Day is TODAY

July 15, 2008 by Leave a Comment

Today, from 10 am – 8 pm by the Delridge Home Depot, is your opportunity to let our local Seattle Police Officers that we appreciate their work in protecting our neighborhoods and families.    This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to our community for those who dedicate so much for us.   West Seattle Blog has more information here.

Don’t forget, 2008 Seattle Night Out is Tuesday, August 5.  We just a couple weeks to plan for this fun event with neighbors–who’s in?  This year, the SPD is participating with  Office of Emergency Management’s SNAP (Seattle Neighborhood Actively Prepare) to help inform us on emergency preparedness for our neighborhoods.   Watch for an email soon regarding this event.

Filed Under: Current Affairs, Events, Food and Drink, Safety

Hear the Voice of West Seattle Blog at Rain City Guide Radio

June 23, 2008 by 1 Comment

On Tuesday, June 24 at 4:00 pm, I will be on a "radio-podcast" with non-other than our local Tracy Record, Editor of West Seattle Blog.    This is taking place via Rain City Guide, a Seattle real estate blog that I contribute to.   

You are welcome to call in or tune in–for more information, click here.

Or simply call in (to hear):

Phone Number: (724) 444-7444
Call ID: 17904

And/or

And visit this website (to see text messaging and maybe hear…I’m not 100% sure if you’ll be able to w/o calling in).

Update:  Listen to West Seattle Blog’s Tracy Record’s interview by clicking the link below.

Filed Under: Current Affairs
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