The Kent School District reported on the schoolreport.org website all schools and the administration building will be closed Tuesday.
King County Metro Transit will keep its buses chained up and on snow routing for a fifth straight day on Thursday, Jan. 19, as the region recovers from significant snowfall. But, transit operating conditions could change throughout the day and bus riders should watch for updates from Metro.
The flakes may have stopped flying, but residents should use caution if they must commute to work, and are urged to telecommute on Thursday if possible. The weather forecast still predicts cold temperatures, and snow and ice will not melt off roadways overnight.
The Tri-City Americans shut out the Seattle Thunderbirds 4-0 Tuesday night at the Toyota Center in Kennewick.
Jeffery Broussard and the Creole Cowboys will perform at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 20 at the Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center, 10020 S.E. 256th St.
The city of Kent has closed several streets Wednesday morning because of snow.
Due to snow conditions and slick roads, residents are urged to use caution while commuting to work and to telecommute if possible. Individuals should take their time and be patient, and emphasize safety over getting to a destination quickly.
The city of Kent Severe Weather Shelter at Kent Lutheran Church will remain open Tuesday, Jan. 17 and Wednesday, Jan. 18 due to predictions of dangerously low temperatures and snow.
Allied Waste Services are adjusting routes in Kent because of the snow and ice.
The Kent School District cancelled the Jan. 18 Technology Expo.
Due to snow conditions and slick roads Tuesday and Wednesday, residents are urged to use caution while commuting to work and to telecommute if possible. Individuals should take their time and be patient, and emphasize safety over getting to a destination quickly.
King County Metro Transit is remaining on snow routing countywide on Tuesday, Jan. 17. And, with continuing snowfall forecast, there could be some bus trips or routes cancelled on Tuesday. Conditions could also change throughout the day on Tuesday depending on the timing and location of the snowfall.
Newly acquired right wing Seth Swenson scored two goals to help the Seattle Thunderbirds beat the Spokane Chiefs 3-2 on Monday at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena.
The Kent School District is closed today because of the snowy weather.
The proverbial calm before the storm will give drivers time to plan for a series of snowstorms expected to hit Puget Sound and the Cascades over the next 72 hours
The Valley Medical Center Showcase wraps up tonight with a pair of prep boys basketball matchups featuring Kent-Meridian versus Kentridge followed by Kentwood against Jefferson.
A winter storm watch now in effect from late Tuesday night through Wednesday evening.
The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, through the Department of Commerce, announced today that total November exports of $177.8 billion and imports of $225.6 billion resulted in a goods and services deficit of $47.8 billion, up from $43.3 billion in October, revised. November exports were $1.5 billion less than October exports of $179.4 billion. November imports were $2.9 billion more than October imports of $222.6 billion.
Inclement weather update from Allied Waste/Republic Services and Waste Management regarding recycling/yard waste/garbage collection services.
The city of Kent, King County and other cities have overnight shelters available for homeless populations.
