October 2025

As federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) hangs in the balance, a local establishment in White Center is drawing on neighborhood strength and empathy to help meet the urgent need for food security. Boombox Bar, located at 9608 16th Ave SW, is giving away its well-known smash burgers to those impacted by the severe loss of SNAP benefits.

This act of local generosity is a direct response to a looming national crisis that carries immense local weight. As of October 31, 2025, the SNAP program is facing a major funding crisis due to an ongoing U.S. government shutdown, with benefits set to expire starting Saturday, November 1.

The Seattle Impact

After six years serving King County via a successful mobile operation, In Pizza We Crust, a local foodie family, has opened its first permanent restaurant location in Admiral at 3207 California Ave SW, in the former Swinery location near Hanford Street.

The Tran family, passionate about pizza and the community, began their journey with a wood-fired pizza food truck in Bellevue in February 2019.

Information from Schmitz Park Restore LLC

Schmitz Park Restore, LLC, (SPR) is proud to announce the receipt of its first grant from Seattle’s own PEACH Foundation, marking a significant milestone in our mission to restore Schmitz Park and reconnect it to the local community and the greater Seattle area through education and ecological renewal.

This early and generous support from the PEACH Foundation — founded by a member of Seattle’s renowned Bullitt family of the Bullitt Foundation — underscores the growing commitment among local institutions to protect and revitalize one of Seattle’s most historic natural spaces.

Get ready for spooky season, White Center style! The Rat City Business Alliance (WCBA) is gearing up to host the ultimate Halloween bash: the White Center Halloween Block Party on October 31st (10/31). This massive celebration promises a wide array of games, music, and surprises spread all down the block.

The daytime festivities are designed for maximum family fun, kicking off with dedicated Trick or Treating scheduled from 4-7 pm. Partygoers can visit over 30 businesses participating in the trick-or-treat effort. Costumes are highly encouraged, as attendees are invited to participate in the always-popular Family & Pet Costume Parade.

A 29-year-old man, identified as Da’Sean Harrison has been arrested in connection with the sophisticated, two-million-dollar smash-and-grab robbery that devastated Menashe & Sons Jewelers at 4532 California Ave SW in West Seattle on August 14. The suspect, identified by police as a previously convicted felon, is currently being held on $250,000 bail at the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent, WA. on this and another robbery case.

On Tuesday, October 28th, the dedicated crew at the West Seattle Engine 32 station, located at 3715 SW Alaska St, received a special delivery of lunch, courtesy of Jack’s BBQ. This generous gesture was performed in honor of First Responder Appreciation Day, recognizing the essential role the firefighters and paramedics play in the community.

The effort was organized by Brian Anderson, the executive director at Quail Park, West Seattle. Anderson explained that the purpose of the annual delivery is to show profound appreciation to Engine 32, noting that they are the first responders for any and all medical emergencies affecting the community. He emphasized that the crew does "a lot for not only us, but the community as a whole".

Information from the West Seattle Food Bank

The West Seattle Food Bank (WSFB) is preparing for a significant rise in need as the federal government shutdown continues and reductions to SNAP benefits compound the strain on household food budgets.