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Gov. Inslee reacts to President Trump’s immigration orders

Gov. Inslee reacts to President Trump’s immigration orders

Gov. Jay Inslee on Wednesday issued the following statement about President Trump’s executive orders: “The state of Washington has a proud history of inclusivity, tolerance… Continue reading

Gov. Inslee reacts to President Trump’s immigration orders
King County executive responds to President Trump’s immigration orders

King County executive responds to President Trump’s immigration orders

King County Executive Dow Constantine released the following statement on Wednesday about the executive orders signed by President Trump: The administration’s action against immigrants and… Continue reading

King County executive responds to President Trump’s immigration orders
Thunderbirds take down Chiefs in overtime | WHL

Thunderbirds take down Chiefs in overtime | WHL

Strand scores twice in 3-2 victory over Spokane

Thunderbirds take down Chiefs in overtime | WHL
U.S. Sen. Murray issues statement on President Trump’s immigration orders

U.S. Sen. Murray issues statement on President Trump’s immigration orders

U.S. Senator Patty Murray, D-Wash., issued the following statement Wednesday after President Trump issued executive orders concerning immigration, including ramping up immigration raids that tear… Continue reading

U.S. Sen. Murray issues statement on President Trump’s immigration orders
Kent Arts Commission launches web platform for artists

Kent Arts Commission launches web platform for artists

The Kent Arts Commission has launched Kent Creates – a new web platform for sharing art, culture and creative endeavors. Ronda Billerbeck, city of Kent… Continue reading

Kent Arts Commission launches web platform for artists
JUDITH “JUDY” LYNN (OLSON) RUGG

JUDITH “JUDY” LYNN (OLSON) RUGG

Judith “Judy” Lynn (Olson) Rugg was born in Everett, WA, on February 22, 1934, to Howard and Clarinda Olson and after a long battle with… Continue reading

JUDITH “JUDY” LYNN (OLSON) RUGG

Reader poll

Should Obamacare be repealed before a replacement plan is ready?… Continue reading

  • Jan 24, 2017
Kent’s annual You Me We festival set for Friday, Jan. 27

Kent’s annual You Me We festival set for Friday, Jan. 27

Tons of fun are in the works for kids of all ages at the upcoming You Me We festival from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on… Continue reading

Kent’s annual You Me We festival set for Friday, Jan. 27
Emerald Downs announces 2017 stakes schedule

Emerald Downs announces 2017 stakes schedule

30 races worth $1,685,000 in purses

Emerald Downs announces 2017 stakes schedule

Wyman proposes Presidential Primary date change, other election reforms

Secretary of State Kim Wyman is proposing a date change for Washington’s Presidential Primary, as well as other reforms of the state’s elections system as… Continue reading

King County executive announces health care priorities as Congress debates rollback

King County executive announces health care priorities as Congress debates rollback

The people of King County benefited dramatically from the expansion of health insurance and other reforms under the Affordable Care Act – and a repeal… Continue reading

King County executive announces health care priorities as Congress debates rollback
Puget Sound Fire call report Jan. 15-21

Puget Sound Fire call report Jan. 15-21

A weekly look at the number of calls to the Kent-based Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority that serves Kent, Covington and SeaTac: Total: 567 EMS/Rescue:… Continue reading

Puget Sound Fire call report Jan. 15-21
State launches Ask A Teacher campaign

State launches Ask A Teacher campaign

With the 2017 legislative session underway and education dominating much of the discussion, Washington’s current and former Teachers of the Year have joined together as… Continue reading

State launches Ask A Teacher campaign

Kent Relay for Life joins Seattle Thunderbirds in benefit to beat cancer

The Kent Relay for Life has teamed up with the Seattle Thunderbirds to fight cancer. Tickets purchased for the T-Birds’ Feb. 10 game against the… Continue reading

NAMI South King County offers Family-to-Family class

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) South King County offers its Family-to-Family Education Program for the winter season, beginning Feb. 16. Classes are on Thursdays… Continue reading

Reichert responds to President Trump’s executive action to withdraw from Trans-Pacific Partnership

Reichert responds to President Trump’s executive action to withdraw from Trans-Pacific Partnership

Congressman Dave Reichert (R-WA), chairman of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade, released the following statement Monday in response to President Trump’s executive order… Continue reading

Reichert responds to President Trump’s executive action to withdraw from Trans-Pacific Partnership

Federal Way Police investigating two Saturday shootings in Kent

Staff reports/Federal Way Mirror Federal Way Police are investigating two shootings that occurred in Kent on Saturday night. At approximately 10:40 p.m. in the 2200… Continue reading

Ferguson continues bipartisan push to raise tobacco sale age to 21

AG to appear before committee Tuesday in support of legislation

Juchems serves as page for Rep. Gregerson

Juchems serves as page for Rep. Gregerson

Sara Juchems, a student at Thomas Jefferson High School, served as a page last week in the Washington State House of Representatives. Sponsored by state… Continue reading

Juchems serves as page for Rep. Gregerson

OMAX receives 2016 Tibbetts Award for Micro abrasive waterjet technology

Kent-based OMAX Corporation was one of 37 companies to receive the Tibbetts Award at the White House on Jan. 10. The U.S. Small Business Administration… Continue reading