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Disney on Ice returns Oct. 23-27 to Kent at ShoWare Center

Theme for this year is Magic in the Stars

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Kent Cider & Ale Trail event set for Oct. 12 in historic downtown

Enjoy ciders, ales and other beverages while enjoying the charm of local shops

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In an effort to strengthen King County’s cultural sector and increasing public access to arts, heritage, science, public art and historic preservation education and experiences, 4Culture and Doors Open will bring funding to local non-profit organizations in 2025 and beyond. Susan Point. “Northwind Fishing Weir Legend”, 1997. Carved and painted cedar with cast concrete. Green River Trail, Tukwila, WA. King County Public Art Collection. Photo: joefreemanjunior.com

Doors Open brings millions of dollars to arts and cultural organizations throughout King County

With a minimum of 25% of funding to go to areas outside of Seattle, Doors Open will strengthen public acces to art, heritage, science and historic preservation.

In an effort to strengthen King County’s cultural sector and increasing public access to arts, heritage, science, public art and historic preservation education and experiences, 4Culture and Doors Open will bring funding to local non-profit organizations in 2025 and beyond. Susan Point. “Northwind Fishing Weir Legend”, 1997. Carved and painted cedar with cast concrete. Green River Trail, Tukwila, WA. King County Public Art Collection. Photo: joefreemanjunior.com
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Cruisin’ Kent Car Show fills up Kent Station shopping center | Photos

Many vehicles were on display Sunday, Aug. 25

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Kent’s Theatre Battery will present “The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet” on Friday, Saturday and Sunday Aug. 30 to Sept. 15 at the Kent Station shopping center. COURTESY IMAGE, Theatre Battery

Kent’s Theatre Battery to present ‘The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet’

Free shows the weekends of Aug. 30, Sept. 6 and Sept. 13 at Kent Station

Kent’s Theatre Battery will present “The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet” on Friday, Saturday and Sunday Aug. 30 to Sept. 15 at the Kent Station shopping center. COURTESY IMAGE, Theatre Battery
Civil War image. COURTESY IMAGE, Missing in America Project

Civil War veterans, spouses to be honored Aug. 22 at Tahoma National Cemetery

Missing in America Project volunteers identified unclaimed remains stored at a Seattle cemetery

Civil War image. COURTESY IMAGE, Missing in America Project
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Lake Meridian Park playground in Kent to close 4 weeks for repairs

Rubber, grass surfaces and piece of climbing equipment to be replaced; work starts Aug. 19

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The El Centro Skate Rink will now be partially powered by solar panels on the roof through a grant from Puget Sound Energy. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

Solar panels help Federal Way’s El Centro Skate Rink save money

‘We want Federal Way to know that El Centro de la Raza is for all people,’ says executive director

The El Centro Skate Rink will now be partially powered by solar panels on the roof through a grant from Puget Sound Energy. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
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Key To Change director receives Seahawks-Delta Community Captain award

Quinton Morris of Renton’s Key To Change teaches violin and viola to students

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Kent Spotlight Series releases 2024-2025 concert lineup

Seven performances starting Sept. 20 and ending March 21, 2025

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Cruisin’ Kent Car Show set for Aug. 25 at Kent Station

Event will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at shopping center

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The popular fountain at Town Square Plaza in downtown Kent is constantly facing operating challenges. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, City of Kent Parks

Kent tries to keep water fountain going at Town Square Plaza

Constant maintenance challenges; new spray ground planned at nearby park in 2026

The popular fountain at Town Square Plaza in downtown Kent is constantly facing operating challenges. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, City of Kent Parks
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Dancing, music and fun at the Kent Cornucopia Days Grand Parade | Photos

Bonney Lake runner wins Cornucopia Days 5K race; Kent woman takes first in female division

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51st annual Kent Cornucopia Days set for July 12-14

Three-day festival features street fair, food court, 5K run, parade

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There are numerous entertainment acts like FMX shows around the grounds. Photo by Vic Wright

King County Fair in Enumclaw is back and looking to grow

The oldest fair west of the Mississippi is open for business July 11-14 at the Enumclaw Expo Center

There are numerous entertainment acts like FMX shows around the grounds. Photo by Vic Wright
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Cajun Fest returns to downtown Kent in August

Aug. 17 event will feature Cajun culture, music and cuisine

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Salsa in the Streets event added to Kent Cornucopia Days lineup

Enjoy live salsa music and Santana tribute on Saturday, July 13

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Kent’s Fourth of July Splash to feature fireworks display, music, food

Event to run from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. July 4 at Lake Meridian Park

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Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

After the rain comes the rainbow: Renton’s Pride Wine Walk returns | Photos

Presented June 14 by Renton Downtown Partnership and Renton Pride

Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
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Kent Juneteenth Celebration set for Saturday, June 22 on East Hill

Event will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Morrill Meadows Park

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