During the week of March 8-14, 14,154 new claims for unemployment benefits were filed with the Employment Security Department (ESD) which was an increase of… Continue reading
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, riders in King County take free buses
It is time for the city officials of Kent to stop their nimby approach to fight the novel coronavirus outbreak. (Judge denies restraining order). We… Continue reading
School closings, sports event cancellations, food hoarding. … We live in a new Coronavirus-induced world. Yet some personal health facts remain unchanged. The Centers for… Continue reading
New schedules reflect greatly reduced demand, anticipated staffing shortages
Claims delays in developing, deploying testing for coronavirus
Washingtonians should be skeptical of claims about virus
Seeks to reserve critical equipment for COVID-19 health care workers
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Now, more than ever, nonprofits need gifts of time and money
System will resume purchasing new eBooks from Macmillan and its publishing imprints
Amber Bird, 15, of Kent, served as a page in the state Senate during the week of March 6. Pages are typically sponsored by the… Continue reading
High school seniors encouraged to apply; deadline is April 1
Two firefighters freed after being tangled in wiring in the basement; no one hurt
The governor announced the order, with some exceptions, as well as millions in grants for businesses.
Refunds will be made available
March 8-14
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Public Health - Seattle & King County issues reminders
Still hopes to have playoffs; Kent-based Thunderbirds qualify for postseason
Goodwill closure
Most donation stations will remain open.
