Wire Service

T-Birds downed 4-1 on the road against Spokane

The Spokane Chiefs defeated the Seattle Thunderbirds 4-1 Saturday night at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. The T-Birds take on the Tri-City Americans 5 p.m. Oct. 11 at the ShoWare Center.

Kent-Meridian’s Alexia Martin

STATE CROSS COUNTRY: KW’s Ulland, K-M’s Martin deliver fantastic finishes

Kailey Ulland was down to her final opportunity of the cross country season this past Saturday during the Class 4A state meet at Pasco’s Sun… Continue reading

Kent-Meridian’s Alexia Martin

VOLLEYBALL: Campbell comes up big for KW

Erin Campbell felt the adrenaline kick in.It could not have come at a better time for Campbell or her Kentwood High volleyball teammates, either. Behind… Continue reading

GIRLS SOCCER: KW wins state opener, loses Bindl; South Kitsap up next

The Kentwood High girls soccer team overcame a big hurdle Tuesday night in Sammamish.Alex White delivered a goal from roughly six yards out and the… Continue reading

Dave Davis of the American Legion’s Kent Post sets a flag at the grave of a Civil War veteran Kent’s Saar Pioneer Cemetery. He also played “Taps” on the trumpet during the event.

Honoring the fallen at Saar Pioneer Cemetery in Kent

Civil War veterans buried in Kent’s Saar Pioneer Cemetery received honors Saturday, with a Veterans Day ceremony put on by the South King County Genealogical Society and Puget Sound Civil War Round Table, with assistance from Scout Troop No. 402.

Dave Davis of the American Legion’s Kent Post sets a flag at the grave of a Civil War veteran Kent’s Saar Pioneer Cemetery. He also played “Taps” on the trumpet during the event.
Kent resident Marilyn Bowman

Where to get sandbags, sand in Kent; how to volunteer

Kent residents can pick up free, empty sandbags at the city operations facility, 5821 S. 240th St., also known as West James Street.Residents can get… Continue reading

Kent resident Marilyn Bowman
Howard Hanson Dam

Where will that water go?

A Sword of Damocles is hanging over the Green River Valley. Thank the Greeks for this image, which, generally speaking, refers to a sense of foreboding that’s present in any precarious situation.

Howard Hanson Dam
Michael Champion of Maple Valley and  Gary Day of Covington participated in recent field-day exercises for HAM radio operators.

Local ham radio operators will keep news flowing during flooding

One of the most important elements of emergency response to any disaster is the ability to communicate, and a group of hams are a key to keep this area talking.

Michael Champion of Maple Valley and  Gary Day of Covington participated in recent field-day exercises for HAM radio operators.

Auburn: Where to load up on sandbags

The City of Auburn is making sandbags available to the public. Bags will be available at the following dates and times:

A timeline of the Howard A. Hanson Dam

1850s - Settllers begin moving into the Green River Valley, setting up farms on the fertile flood plain. Begin working around the Green River’s capacity for flooding each winter.

A Veterans Day observance from Congressman Dave Reichert

Today we honor all those men and women who serve and have served to protect and defend freedom, security and our great nation.

Kent man, estranged wife plead not guilty to child rape charges

A 36-year-old Kent man and his estranged wife each pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges of first-degree rape of a child.Brian Keith Beston, of Kent,… Continue reading

Local movers win award

Local movers honoredAce Relocation Systems, Inc., a Kent-based moving agency, in October received a World-Class Commitment Award at Atlas Van Lines' annual convention in Orlando,… Continue reading

State urges direct deposit for unemployment benefits

With the threat of major flooding in the Green River Valley, the Employment Security Department is urging residents who receive unemployment insurance checks by mail… Continue reading

Boeing evacuates part of Kent plant

Boeing officials partially evacuated their Kent plant at about 7:30 a.m. Tuesday because of a small explosion and fire in one of the company's labs.The… Continue reading

Veterans deserve our thanks and support

Today we gather to celebrate and honor the great courage and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. It is because of their sacrifice that we can safely enjoy the freedoms our great country offers.

Ice racers to compete

The World Championship Ice Racing Series comes to the ShoWare Center 8 p.m. Dec. 18.Professional racers compete on motorcycles and four-wheel all-terrian vehicles around an… Continue reading

Toby Mac coming to Kent

Christian rapper Toby Mac brings his "Winter Wonder Slam" tour to Kent 7 p.m. Dec. 12 at the ShoWare Center.The concert also features Relient K,… Continue reading

Ride the carousel Nov. 27

Take a carousel ride starting Nov. 27, when the Morford Family Carousel opens for the holiday season at Town Square Plaza, Second Avenue and Harrison… Continue reading

Do lunch, see fashions Dec. 2

Soroptimist International of Kent will sponsor a Holiday Luncheon and Fashion Show at 11:30 a.m. Dec. 2 at the Meridian Valley Country Club, 24830 136th… Continue reading