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National Weather Service issues flood warnings for four rivers; Green River not one of them

The National Weather Service has issued a flood warnings Tuesday for the following Western Washington rivers:

Snoqualmie Pass reopened in both directions of Interstate 90 | Update

State Department of Transportation officials reopened at noon Tuesday both directions of Interstate 90 across Snoqualmie Pass.

Kent East Hill revitalization forum March 3

The city of Kent wants to hear what people living and working on the East Hill believe needs to happen to be able to speak those words. A collaborative discussion and forum will be 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 3 in the PERC Multi-Purpose Room at East Hill Elementary School, 9825 S. 240th Street, Kent.

Benton Coblentz worked as a page for Sen. Joe Fain and other senators in Olympia.

Sen. Joe Fain hosts Aviation High School student as page

Benton Coblentz, a sophomore at Aviation High School in Des Moines, participated in the Senate Page Program during the third week of the 2012 Legislative session. Coblentz was sponsored by Sen. Joe Fain of Auburn.

Benton Coblentz worked as a page for Sen. Joe Fain and other senators in Olympia.

Boater education program reaches benchmark | Washington State Parks

The Washington State Boating Programs has reached a milestone in its mandatory boater education program, issuing card number 100,000.

Free dental screenings for children 1 to 18 years old | The Center for Pediatric Dentistry

The Center for Pediatric Dentistry – a partnership with the University of Washington and Seattle Children’s – offers free, brief dental screenings for all children ages one to 18 years old.

Seattle woman leads Tukwila police on high speed chase

A Tukwila police officer on routine patrol observed a stolen vehicle traveling in the 14600 block of Tukwila International Boulevard at 3:50 p.m. today, Feb. 19.

Spokane Chiefs take out the Seattle Thunderbirds at the ShoWare Center | Hockey

The Spokane Chiefs shut out the Seattle Thunderbirds 3-0 Sunday night at the ShoWare Center.

Mount Si trails to remain closed for the three-day weekend due to airplane crash that killed Kentlake and Decatur swim coaches

Due to an ongoing investigation of Wednesday’s airplane crash on Mount Si, the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will be keeping the area closed throughout the three-day Presidents’ Day weekend and possibly into next week.

Local firefighters join auction to benefit leukemia & lymphoma society

Firefighters from throughout the state are once again coming together to support the Leukemia & Lymphoma society. People in the community are invited to support their efforts.

No more band-aids for the state budget | Don Brunell

There is finally a bit of good news from Olympia. The state’s Revenue Forecast Council reports that tax revenues for this biennium will be $96 million higher than projected last November, and state tax collections for 2013-15 are projected to grow by 6.6 percent.

Jazzercise for the cure | Feb. 25

Local Jazzercisers will help energize the crowd at Jazzercise For the Cure at 4:00 pm, Saturday, Feb. 25 when they gather for a 90-minute aerobic workout with all proceeds going to the Susan G Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer research at the Kent Commons.

Portland Winterhawks shoot down Seattle Thunderbirds | Hockey

Ty Rattie had a hat trick and Brad Ross had two goals to lead the Portland Winterhawks to an 11-2 win over the Seattle Thunderbirds at Memorial Coliseum Saturday.

New police dispatch procedure saving lives | King County Sheriff’s Office

An 88 year man was resuscitated by a King County Sheriff’s deputy Feb. 15 after the deputy responded to a broadcast for medical assistance.

WHL Hockey | Vancouver Giants 2, Spokane Chiefs 1 | Video Wrap Feb. 15

Spokane hosted Vancouver Feb. 15 in a Western Hockey League game losing 2-1 to the Giants.

Hockey | Tri-City Americans 5, Spokane Chiefs 3 | Video Wrap Feb 11

The Tri-City Americans lead the Western Hockey League U.S. Division and the Spokane Chiefs are in third.

Volunteers are needed in Kent schools | Editorial

I am helping 7-year-old Maria with math homework – she struggles with the English instructions and I assume she may not get much help at home because her parents are busy or lack English proficiency.

Tri-City Americans knock down Seattle Thunderbirds | Hockey

The Tri-City Americans defeated the Seattle Thunderbirds 5-2 Friday night at the ShoWare Center in Kent.

Hockey | Seattle Thunderbirds host the Tri-City Americans at the ShoWare Center | Live Updates

The Seattle Thunderbirds host the the Tri-City Americans at the ShoWare Center.

Kyle Sumpter

Kent man survives first episode of History Channel’s ‘Top Shot’

Kent resident Kyle Sumpter survived the first episode of The History Channel's "Top Shot."

Kyle Sumpter