Steve Hunter

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Son charged with murder of Kent teacher ruled incompetent to stand trial

Michael Gese, 31, to receive competency restoration at Western State Hospital

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The driving range and 18-hole course at the Riverbend Golf Complex in Kent were closed Sunday, Feb. 26 due to snow. COURTESY PHOTO, City of Kent Parks

Kent could get a trace to 2 inches of snow Tuesday morning

Snow most likely between 6 and 10 a.m. Tuesday

The driving range and 18-hole course at the Riverbend Golf Complex in Kent were closed Sunday, Feb. 26 due to snow. COURTESY PHOTO, City of Kent Parks
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Kent-based Thunderbirds riding 10-game WHL winning streak

Seattle beats Portland to expand leads in U.S. Division, Western Conference

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BNSF Railway Smith Street crossing in Kent. File Photo, Kent Reporter

Pedestrian hit, killed by train in Kent while walking on BNSF tracks

39-year-old man dies Sunday night, Feb. 26 near South 228th Street

BNSF Railway Smith Street crossing in Kent. File Photo, Kent Reporter
A crew member unloads hazardous waste items for the King County Wastemobile, which will be in Kent March 3-5. COURTESY PHOTO, King County

King County Wastemobile coming to Kent March 3-5

Residents can drop off hazardous waste items at Puget Sound Fire Station on SE 272nd Street

A crew member unloads hazardous waste items for the King County Wastemobile, which will be in Kent March 3-5. COURTESY PHOTO, King County
The speed limit along Pacific Highway South in Kent will be lowered from 45 to 40 mph later this year between South 272nd Street and Kent Des Moines Road. Staff Photo, Kent Reporter

Speed limit on Pacific Highway in Kent to drop from 45 to 40 mph

Lower speeds also coming to two East Hill streets - SE 260th and SE 264th

The speed limit along Pacific Highway South in Kent will be lowered from 45 to 40 mph later this year between South 272nd Street and Kent Des Moines Road. Staff Photo, Kent Reporter
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Correct numbers released on Federal Way City Council pay

Federal Way finance director provided incorrect salary figures to city of Kent for its report

Courtesy Photo, City of Federal Way
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Kent Police chief supports pursuit, illegal street racing bills

Updates City Council about potential changes in laws by Legislature

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Kent Police find missing 64-year-old man safe | Update

Police reported George Bonilla missing Feb. 22 after he was last seen Feb. 12; tip led to finding him

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Large pay increases proposed for Kent City Council, mayor

Part-time council pay would jump $18,828 (110%) per year and full-time mayor’s $29,856 (18%)

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Kent accepts $4.7 million grant for Meeker Street Project

Federal funds will help build roundabout at Meeker and Lincoln

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City of Kent seeks lifeguards for summer work at Lake Meridian

Applications open now for positions that pay $20 to $25 per hour depending on experience

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Jurassic World Live Tour coming to Kent June 9-11

Seven shows over three days at ShoWare Center

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Holy Spirit Church in Kent. COURTESY PHOTO, Holy Spirit Church

Severe Weather Shelter in Kent to open Wednesday, Thursday nights

Low temperatures predicted to be 23 and 20 degrees

Holy Spirit Church in Kent. COURTESY PHOTO, Holy Spirit Church
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Kent Police Blotter: Jan. 31 to Feb. 13

Incidents include multiple store robberies

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Renton man identified in Kent fatal shooting at apartment complex

No arrest yet in Feb. 11 killing

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State Patrol seeks witnesses to hit-and-run in Kent on SR 516

A driver struck a pedestrian, took the 18-year-old woman to a hospital and fled the scene

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Carson replaces retiring Morris as Kent-based Puget Sound Fire chief

Board appoints Assistant Chief Brian Carson to oversee agency with more than 450 employees

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Sen. Karen Keiser, D-33

Legislation helped employers save $2.5B in state unemployment insurance

Sen. Keiser, D-Des Moines, sponsored bills in 2021 and 2022 for savings over last 3 years

Sen. Karen Keiser, D-33
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Friends start scholarship fund in memory of Kent teacher Gail Gese

Donate on GoFundMe page for Cedar Heights Middle School teacher

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