SEATTLE -
One million dollars, that's the bail set for the man accused of torching Seattle's Greenwood neighborhood. Kevin Swalwell made his first appearance in King County District Court today. Cops say the 46 year old Swalwell is the arsonist responsible for causing millions of dollars in damages.
At the same time one business burned in the arsons celebrated its return. It was back on October 23rd a massive arson fire destroyed the Green Bean Coffee House and several other businesses at 85th and Greenwood. But, today it's a much different story. The Green Bean sign is back, the coffee is flowing again and Green Bean CEO Randy Rowland says customers are enjoying themselves in a new location.
"This is beyond anyone's wildest imaginations the Green Bean rises again," said Rowland.
Thanks to the generosity and available space inside the neighboring Sip & Ship, Chris Grafmiller says the Green Bean faithful have plenty to smile about over their coffee and baked goodies during this temporary grand reopening.
"To see the place packed and full on a regular Saturday morning is really exciting. It's a real sense of home and community," said Grafmiller.
Part of the rebuilding process includes neighbors like Paulette Derooy donating their favorite cups from home.
"I'm so thrilled to bring a couple of mugs to start up the Green Bean," said Derooy.
The Green Bean Coffee House will remain in its temporary location for the next 6 months while it rebuilds.
The Green Bean is a non-profit and is run by the non-profit Sanctuary Church. Paulette Derooy says both are valuable members of the Greenwood Neighborhood.
"I just think it's a great place. I'm so happy that people have been supporting this," said Derooy.
So, while accused arsonist Kevin Swalwell waits to stand trial, Pastor Randy Rowland says the damage he allegedly did will not destroy this tight knight community.
"Three weeks ago when everything burned in this neighborhood we said faith, hope, and love are fireproof and this proves that," said Rowland.
Kevin Swalwell remains in the King County Jail. He could be formally charged with arson on Tuesday.
At the same time one business burned in the arsons celebrated its return. It was back on October 23rd a massive arson fire destroyed the Green Bean Coffee House and several other businesses at 85th and Greenwood. But, today it's a much different story. The Green Bean sign is back, the coffee is flowing again and Green Bean CEO Randy Rowland says customers are enjoying themselves in a new location.
"This is beyond anyone's wildest imaginations the Green Bean rises again," said Rowland.
Thanks to the generosity and available space inside the neighboring Sip & Ship, Chris Grafmiller says the Green Bean faithful have plenty to smile about over their coffee and baked goodies during this temporary grand reopening.
"To see the place packed and full on a regular Saturday morning is really exciting. It's a real sense of home and community," said Grafmiller.
Part of the rebuilding process includes neighbors like Paulette Derooy donating their favorite cups from home.
"I'm so thrilled to bring a couple of mugs to start up the Green Bean," said Derooy.
The Green Bean Coffee House will remain in its temporary location for the next 6 months while it rebuilds.
The Green Bean is a non-profit and is run by the non-profit Sanctuary Church. Paulette Derooy says both are valuable members of the Greenwood Neighborhood.
"I just think it's a great place. I'm so happy that people have been supporting this," said Derooy.
So, while accused arsonist Kevin Swalwell waits to stand trial, Pastor Randy Rowland says the damage he allegedly did will not destroy this tight knight community.
"Three weeks ago when everything burned in this neighborhood we said faith, hope, and love are fireproof and this proves that," said Rowland.
Kevin Swalwell remains in the King County Jail. He could be formally charged with arson on Tuesday.
