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Kentridge boys basketball coach Dave Jamison's Chargers were pegged to finish sixth in the South Puget Sound League North Division this past winter. Instead

COACH OF THE YEAR/MALE SPORTS: Season was a start-to-finish ‘blast’ for KR’s Jamison

It was the type of season no one wanted to see come to an end. A 29-game run that, in some ways, defied logic.How could… Continue reading

Kentridge boys basketball coach Dave Jamison's Chargers were pegged to finish sixth in the South Puget Sound League North Division this past winter. Instead
David Cooke

Obituary: David Cooke, husband of Kent Mayor Suzette Cooke, dies at 68

David James CookeOct. 29, 1940 – June 17, 2009David Cooke died on the evening of June 17, 2009 at his residence in Kent. He is… Continue reading

David Cooke

Karney’s 44 Kids Camp at French Field on Saturday

Mike Karney is back in town.And the former Kentwood High football star and current member of the St. Louis Rams would love nothing more than… Continue reading

Normandy Park man in critical condition following motorcycle crash

A 42-year-old Normandy Park man was injured after a car became involved in a crash with his motorcycle at about 11:40 p.m. June 11 in… Continue reading

Kent toddler falls from second-story window

A 2-year-old-boy sustained non-life threatening injuries after he fell out of a second-story window at about 9:39 p.m. Monday at a home in the 20100… Continue reading

RECREATION CALENDAR: June 17-24

Have an item that belongs in the Reporter's Recreation Calendar? E-mail it to Erick Walker at ewalker@reporternewspapers.comBASEBALLKENT PARKS/SKYHAWKS CAMPThese camps for players ages 6-12 are… Continue reading

FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR: Vertrees proves to be K-M’s ‘once-in-a-lifetime athlete’

Melanie Vertrees believed her future was in gymnastics and cheerleading.

Kentridge students toss their caps into the air Saturday following their commencement ceremonies at the Kent ShoWare Center. Outgoing Superintendent Barbara Grohe is shown walking down the center aisle as the students toss their caps.

Video & grads list: Kentridge, Kent-Meridian grads celebrate their big day

More than 1,570 Kent School District seniors graduated this past week. The Kent-Meridian and Kentridge high school commencement celebrations were full of jubilation Saturday at the ShoWare Center.

Kentridge students toss their caps into the air Saturday following their commencement ceremonies at the Kent ShoWare Center. Outgoing Superintendent Barbara Grohe is shown walking down the center aisle as the students toss their caps.
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Slideshow: Kent Mountain View Academy graduates its class of 2009

On Friday the Kent Mountain View Academy honored 67 graduates at a ceremony attended by family and friends.The graduates are:Alexander Abaya*, Jessica Ackerman*, Jordan Ackerman… Continue reading

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June 17 the last day of school for Kent – what you need to know

Summer is almost here and the school year is coming to an end.This year, the last day of school comes a week later than originally… Continue reading

Kent students make the grade

Kent resident graduatesBrianna Popson recently graduated from the University of Portland with a bachelor’s degree in accounting.Kent kids make the gradeThe following students, all of… Continue reading

Robbery suspect pulls gun on clerk; says he needed money for trip to see his kid in Montana

RobberyA Kent man immediately called 911 when he observed a man pointing a handgun at a clerk at about 4:22 a.m. June 5 at a… Continue reading

Kent's first-ever international festival will celebrate the diversity of the many cultures represented here

Diversity: Kent goes international with first-ever cultural festival

Residents can celebrate the diversity of Kent through music, food and art at the first Kent International Festival from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. June… Continue reading

Kent's first-ever international festival will celebrate the diversity of the many cultures represented here

MMA bouts set for Friday

The lineup is set for the Strikeforce Challengers professional mixed martial arts show Friday night at the ShoWare Center.Joey Villasenor (26-6 record) vs. Evangelista “Cyborg”… Continue reading

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Jazz, art event set for June 25

Jazz and art lovers can check out the second annual Evening of Jazz and Art from 5-8 p.m. June 25 at the south lawn of… Continue reading

Pearl Django
The 2009 Miss Cornucopia Court is

Five vying for Kent Cornucopia honors

Five local young women are in the running to be crowned Miss Cornucopia 2009 as the annual festival celebrating Kent approaches.This year’s finalists are:• Melissa… Continue reading

The 2009 Miss Cornucopia Court is
Kentwood's graduates were just a little excited

Slide show: Kentwood seniors celebrate their graduation day

More than 1,570 Kent School District seniors graduated this past week. The ceremonies started Thursday when 42 students graduated from Kent Phoenix Academy. On Friday… Continue reading

Kentwood's graduates were just a little excited
These Kentlake graduates were ready for their diplomas Saturday at the ShoWare Center in Kent.

Slide show: Kentlake Class of 2009 graduates

More than 1,570 Kent School District seniors graduated this past week. The ceremonies started on Thursday when 42 students graduated from Kent Phoenix Academy. On… Continue reading

These Kentlake graduates were ready for their diplomas Saturday at the ShoWare Center in Kent.
Kent Phoenix Academy graduate Amanda James poses with Kent School Board President Jim Berrios

Kent schools graduate: Continuing coverage

Editor's note: Check back with the Kent Reporter Saturday night to see the Kent-Meridian and Kentridge Class of 2009 graduation ceremonies!The Kent Phoenix Academy's Class… Continue reading

Kent Phoenix Academy graduate Amanda James poses with Kent School Board President Jim Berrios

T. Richard (Dick) Ried

T. Richard (Dick) RiedDecorated Veteran DiesDick Ried was born in Port Orchard on March 10, 1925 and passed away June 13, 2009, a Gig Harbor… Continue reading