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Seattle Art Museum to host luncheon

Adults interested in visual arts are welcome to attend the guild’s monthly fourth Tuesday meetings and programs as guests twice before joining for $20 per year.

Tri-City Americans hit five goals to defeat Seattle Thunderbirds | Hockey

Brendan Shinnimin scored four goals and Patrick Holland had four assists for the Tri-City Americans in a 5-1 victory over the Seattle Thunderbirds Sunday night at the ShoWare Center.

Fire sprinklers and quick acting staff save lives | State Fire Marshal

On Feb. 18. at approximately 8:30 a.m., a fire occurred at Mount Si Transitional Health Center in North Bend. A single sprinkler head activated and contained the fire until the fire department arrived. Quick acting staff protected residents from the deadly effects of smoke inhalation.

Seattle Thunderbirds shut out Everett Silvertips | Hockey

The Seattle Thunderbirds shut out the Everett Silvertips 3-0 Saturday night at the ShoWare Center in Kent.

Memorial service for State Trooper Tony Radulescu at ShoWare Center Thursday

A memorial service for Washington State Trooper Radulescu is scheduled for 1 p.m. Thursday, March 1 at the ShoWare Center.

Girls Basketball Playoffs | Kentwood vs. Jackson | Live Updates

The Kentwood girls basketball team takes on Jackson at 6 p.m. at Kent-Meridian High.

WSU King County 4-H trained and sent eleven young delegates to Olympia Feb. 18 through 21 for the 2012 Know Your Government Conference. From left to right are: David Frothingham

Teens from the WSU King County 4-H Program visit Olympia | Know Your Government Conference

WSU King County 4-H trained and sent eleven young delegates to Olympia Feb. 18 through 21 for the 2012 Know Your Government Conference, also known as KYG, under the WSU 4-H Youth Development Program.

WSU King County 4-H trained and sent eleven young delegates to Olympia Feb. 18 through 21 for the 2012 Know Your Government Conference. From left to right are: David Frothingham

Reforms at King County jail lead to grade of “100 percent” from U.S. Department of Justice

The King County Jail earned exemplary ratings in meeting all conditions set by the federal government for housing inmates in a safe and secure environment, according to a letter this week from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) that successfully concludes a three-year review of jail operations.

Sen. Joe Fain

Newly crowned ‘Miss Auburn’ visits Sen. Joe Fain and governor at Capitol

Earlier this month Sen. Joe Fain served as a judge for the 50th “Miss Auburn” competition, and on Wednesday the new “Miss Auburn,” Tera Sabo, visited the Capitol as Fain’s guest, accompanied by Kathy Lewis, Auburn’s first lady.

Sen. Joe Fain

Boys Basketball Playoffs | Kentwood vs. Garfield | Live Updates

The Kentwood boys basketball team takes on Garfield at Juanita High tonight, Feb. 24, at 8 p.m.

Carolyn Crow

Green River Glass show set for Feb. 25 in Kent

The 35th annual Green River Depression Era Glass Club Show and Sale will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25 at Kent Commons, 525 Fourth Ave. S.

Carolyn Crow

Kent Station’s Cal’s Classic American to host grand opening

Cal’s Classic American at Kent Station is celebrating their official Grand Opening with a traditional ribbon cutting by Kent Mayor Suzette Cooke and members of the Kent Chamber of Commerce.

Victor Joseph Rivet

Victor Joseph Rivet

Victor Joseph RivetVictor Joseph Rivet quietly passed away at home in the arms of his beloved wife Jennifer on Sunday February 19, 2012. He left… Continue reading

Victor Joseph Rivet

Drug felon convicted of possession of firearms and selling assault weapons at Southcenter Mall

A convicted felon who repeatedly sold guns to a person working with law enforcement was sentenced today in U.S. District Court in Seattle to 37 months in prison and three years of supervised release, announced U.S. Attorney Jenny A. Durkan.

Some Grass Lake Elementary students pose after hearing they were selected this year to participate in Washington Music Educator’s All State groups.

Kent students selected for prestigious music event

Many Kent School District students were selected this year to participate in Washington Music Educator’s All State groups.

Some Grass Lake Elementary students pose after hearing they were selected this year to participate in Washington Music Educator’s All State groups.
Park Orchard Elementary students pose with Molina Healthcare's Dr. Cleo during a healthy heart awareness event at the school.

Kent’s Molina Healthcare and Park Orchard students step up for heart health

To celebrate American Heart Month, students at Park Orchard Elementary School learned a fun and interactive walking routine to encourage physical activity.

Park Orchard Elementary students pose with Molina Healthcare's Dr. Cleo during a healthy heart awareness event at the school.

Matching grants available for Kent’s neighborhood improvement projects

The City of Kent announced the return of its Neighborhood Matching Grant Program for 2012.

Celebrate Kent’s National Youth Arts Month

Kent Parks, Recreation & Community Services celebrates March as National Youth Arts Month by bringing kids, creativity and diversity to the community at the 25th annual Kent Kids’ Arts Day March 3.

An advisory committee should be established for resource center | Letter

The Kent Chamber of Commerce recognizes the challenges the city of Kent has faced regarding the Resource Center located on East 3rd and Meeker and we welcome the opportunity to work through a collaborative process that includes discussions with the Kent Chamber of Commerce,

'Airport' and the rest of the Harlem Globetrotters perform Feb. 23 at Kent's ShoWare Center.

Harlem Globetrotters at Kent’s ShoWare Center Feb. 23

The Harlem Globetrotters are returning to the ShoWare Center in Kent for the fourth consecutive year.

'Airport' and the rest of the Harlem Globetrotters perform Feb. 23 at Kent's ShoWare Center.