It was one of those moments everyone has. That moment when an idea clicks, the mental light globe goes on, and you hear yourself saying, “Now why didn’t I think of that before?”
For Kent’s Jerry Schmidt, it might not have been precisely that way back in 1983. But it sure was close.
Barack Obama and “Change.” The two are inextricably linked. In his remarkably successful run for the Democratic nomination for president, regardless of where he campaigns, the senator constantly, ceaselessly promises change.
Five-Spice Seared Ahi with Warm Fingerling Potato Salad and Wasabi Vinaigrette serves four.
Casting everyone from professional actors to local drama lovers, community theater group Icon Theatre really brings people together, said Director Rebecca Lloyd.
Jeff Bernard put Kent into the unlimited hydroplane winner’s circle on Sunday.
For the full schedule of events, pick up a Cornucopia Days guide at the Kent Reporter office, 19426 68th Ave. W., Kent, or at various locations around town. Or log onto the official Web site at www.
“Next Level Nutrition” workshop: 6 p.m. July 17. First of 12 weekly sessions on how to plan, shop for and prepare healthy meals. Cost: $10 per class. Kent Senior Activity Center, 600 E. Smith St. 253-630-7000.
What’s a sure sign that it’s summer in Kent?
Fresh off a 44-7 rout of the Kitsap County Bears in their season opener, the King County Jaguars will play host to the British Columbia Spartans in the annual Cornucopia Bowl minor league football on Saturday at French Field.
Kent resident Jack Zaborac never thought he’d make his living in a bowling alley.
He didn’t grow up throwing strikes or even spares, he said, and he never imagined a life running the lanes would be very lucrative. But fate would have it otherwise.
Now, Zaborac, 83, is the 46-year manager and longtime owner of Kent Bowl, located at 1234 Central Ave. N., and though he says the bowling business isn’t always booming, he’s glad he found his career.
They started out 20 years ago playing basketball together in a Kent Parks Department league. And they’re still playing.
Then, they decided to form a softball team. And they’re still playing that in Kent, too.
And guys such as Glenn Watkins, Rich Marlow and brothers Steve and Mike Redmond don’t see the end in sight.
A listing of arts and entertainment events taking place in and around Kent.
The Kent Events Center could wind up costing nearly $6 million more than originally planned.
City staff this week asked the Kent City Council for an extra $5.9 million to fund additional costs and features at the Kent Events Center.
The City Operations Committee voted 2-1 Tuesday to recommend the Council approve the extra funds for the arena. The Council will consider the proposal at its next regular meeting, July 15.
Two years ago, McCain demanded that we talk with Hamas. Today, he insists that we, the U.S., not talk with Hamas.
He used to say, “No Torture!” Now he insists, “Torture!”
He informs us that war in Iraq [may] continue for 100 years, or more. Now he promises that the troops will return home in five years.
I would like to suggest three ways for people to use all or part of their Economic Stimulus Tax Rebate.
The Northwest Warriors, a Kent-based team that draws players from Kent, Auburn and Enumclaw, has earned a trip to the Continental Amateur Baseball Association World Series.
