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Presented by Delta Dental of Washington, the Tooth Fairy will visit the Tukwila Library Aug. 16 from 4:30 to 5 p.m, ahead of the summer meals at the market. Photo courtesy Delta Dental of Washington

Free, nutritious summer meals are on the menu for Tukwila kids, teens

Tooth Fairy makes a special visit at the Tukwila Library Aug. 16!

Presented by Delta Dental of Washington, the Tooth Fairy will visit the Tukwila Library Aug. 16 from 4:30 to 5 p.m, ahead of the summer meals at the market. Photo courtesy Delta Dental of Washington
Lois Elizabeth Stewart (Laxson) | Obituary

Lois Elizabeth Stewart (Laxson) | Obituary

March 12, 1928 - July 21, 2023 Lois was born in Earlville, Iowa to Carl & Floy Laxson. Lois was the fourth of eight children… Continue reading

Lois Elizabeth Stewart (Laxson) | Obituary
(Photo courtesy of Plymouth Housing)

Approve Prop. 1: Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy | Guest column

Karen Lee, a U.S. Army veteran and CEO of Plymouth Housing, shares why King County voters should vote to approve Proposition 1.

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Renton junior football team asks for donations after equipment stolen

Over 118 helmets and 50 pads were stolen from the Benson Bruins’ storage shed

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WSDOT will close both directions of State Route 18 for annual maintenance July 21-23

Closure is between Interstate 90 near Snoqualmie and Issaquah-Hobart Road.

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Q&A with four Kent School Board candidates on Aug. 1 primary ballot

Leslie Hamada, Lizz Morgan, Stephanie Lawson and Donald Cook provide answers

Courtesy Photo, King County Elections
Walter Michael Roswell Sr. | Obituary

Walter Michael Roswell Sr. | Obituary

December 8, 1946 - June 22, 2023 Walter Michael Roswell, 76, of Des Moines, Washington, passed away on June 22nd after a courageous battle with… Continue reading

Walter Michael Roswell Sr. | Obituary
King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci invited young Swifties to read the proclamation, with each taking an album title-themed clause. (Courtesy of King County)

King County Council names July 18-25 ‘Taylor Swift Week’

Proclamation comes before the pop star’s sold-out Seattle tour dates.

King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci invited young Swifties to read the proclamation, with each taking an album title-themed clause. (Courtesy of King County)
Photo courtesy of Mark Stebnicki via Pexels
Farm workers.

Washington enacts new rules to protect outdoor workers from heat-related deaths

One rule is that employers must provide mandatory cool-down periods and additional break times.

Photo courtesy of Mark Stebnicki via Pexels
Farm workers.
Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

Bumper cherry crop sweetens WA’s farm economy | Brunell

The good news is this state’s cherry crop looks good — a marked improvement over 2022. It is sweetening our farm economy, especially for cherry… Continue reading

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.
Pictured on the left in the green wig and costume is Anita. The person in red is Cade. (Courtesy photos)

From identity to art: Q&A with two Puget Sound drag artists

By Jayendrina Singha Ray, Guest columnist

Pictured on the left in the green wig and costume is Anita. The person in red is Cade. (Courtesy photos)
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New long-term care program supports elder care in our state | Guest column

By Melinda Young-Flynn, Washington State Budget and Policy Center

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The curated menu includes 20 new menu items for attendees to enjoy at T-Mobile Park July 7-11. Olivia Sullivan / The Mirror

T-Mobile Park’s All-Star Week menu offers Pacific Northwest flavors

The All-Star Week menu is offered July 7-11 at T-Mobile Park.

The curated menu includes 20 new menu items for attendees to enjoy at T-Mobile Park July 7-11. Olivia Sullivan / The Mirror
Cartoon by Frank Shiers
Cartoon by Frank Shiers
Dave Durand | Obituary

Dave Durand | Obituary

Celebration of Life for Dave Durand Beloved husband of Sandra (Hall) Durand and long time Kent resident, David Charles “Dave” Durand passed away on January… Continue reading

Dave Durand | Obituary
Best of Kent 2023 nominations can be made at vote.kentreporter.com.

Best of Kent nomination round is now open

Nominations will be tabulated, and the top 5 will advance to the voting round in August.

Best of Kent 2023 nominations can be made at vote.kentreporter.com.
Westbound vehicles were able to move past the damaged semi-truck but traffic was backed up for almost five hours. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Collision caused nearly-5 hour back-up on westbound SR-18

The driver of a white box truck has been charged after causing a collision with a semi-truck near Maple Valley exit.

Westbound vehicles were able to move past the damaged semi-truck but traffic was backed up for almost five hours. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
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Family First Community Center opens in Renton | Photos

Former Seahawk Doug Baldwin among the partners with city, Renton School District

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Carol Visnaw Van Hee | Obituary

Carol Visnaw Van Hee | Obituary

Carol Visnaw Van Hee born March 1, 1932 in Trinidad, WA to Louis and Edna Visnaw. She went home to be with the Lord on… Continue reading

Carol Visnaw Van Hee | Obituary