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KBAC’s Juneteenth celebration attracted a good crowd at Morrill Meadows Park last Saturday. A girl passes by the official Juneteenth flag.

Kent celebrates Juneteenth | SLIDESHOW

Mic in hand, the Rev. Jimmie James pointed to the sunny skies and urged followers to take up a chant.

KBAC’s Juneteenth celebration attracted a good crowd at Morrill Meadows Park last Saturday. A girl passes by the official Juneteenth flag.

Measles outbreak in South King County | Public Health-Seattle & King County

Local public health officials are investigating eight confirmed cases of measles among members of the same extended family in south King County, and a single suspected case in Pierce County.

  • Jun 26, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
The Sound Transit Board named Mike Harbour as acting CEO on Thursday.

Sound Transit Board appoints Mike Harbour as Acting CEO

The Sound Transit Board on Thursday officially designated Sound Transit Deputy CEO Mike Harbour as Acting CEO as Joni Earl continues her medical leave.

  • Jun 26, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
The Sound Transit Board named Mike Harbour as acting CEO on Thursday.

Sound Cities Association asks federal, state governments for action on oil trains

The Sound Cities Association (SCA) on Wednesday asked the federal government to implement safety regulations regarding oil transport via rail and urged the state Legislature to adopt legislation promoting rail safety.

  • Jun 26, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
A fireworks show is set for 10 p.m. the Fourth of July at Lake Meridian Park.

Kent Fire Departments offers fireworks safety advice

The Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority reminds residents and visitors that the Fourth of July, while a time to celebrate our country’s independence, is also a day of potential injuries and fires.

  • Jun 26, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
A fireworks show is set for 10 p.m. the Fourth of July at Lake Meridian Park.

Kent to receive $3.5 million in grants for street projects

The city of Kent received two grants worth $3.5 million for street projects from the Puget Sound Regional Council (PSRC).

Soroptimist of Kent to celebrate 50th year on July 26

Soroptimist of Kent will celebrate its 50th year of service to women and girls in Kent and around the world with an Art Walk in the Park on Saturday, July 26.

  • Jun 26, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
Fireworks stands open on Saturday in Kent. Fireworks can only be discharged on the Fourth of July in Kent.

Fireworks go on sale in Kent on Saturday

Fireworks go on sale on Saturday in Kent at various stands around town but can only be set off in city limits on the Fourth of July between 9 a.m. and 11 p.m.

  • Jun 25, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
Fireworks stands open on Saturday in Kent. Fireworks can only be discharged on the Fourth of July in Kent.
Steve Konowalchuk has signed a three-year extension to keep coaching the Seattle Thunderbirds.

T-Birds sign coach Konowalchuk to 3-year extension | Western Hockey League

Seattle Thunderbirds coach Steve Konowalchuk has signed a three-year contract extension.

  • Jun 24, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
Steve Konowalchuk has signed a three-year extension to keep coaching the Seattle Thunderbirds.
Fifty-two volunteers from The World Mission Society Church of God helped clean up Central Avenue. The group effort collected 38 bags of trash.

Church volunteers give Central Avenue a second chance

It's easy to throw a candy wrapper out of the window while driving or drop a cigarette butt on the ground while waiting for the bus.

  • Jun 24, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
Fifty-two volunteers from The World Mission Society Church of God helped clean up Central Avenue. The group effort collected 38 bags of trash.
Kent Police Blotter.

Kent officers arrest man for reckless driving on East Hill | Police Blotter

Kent Police arrested a man for investigation of reckless driving after he reportedly raced another car of speeds up to 70 mph southbound along 104th Avenue Southeast on the East Hill.

Kent Police Blotter.

King County Council passes measure to address risk of oil trains

The King County Council on Monday unanimously passed legislation directing emergency officials to study the risks of transporting oil products by rail and to prepare for possible accidents.

  • Jun 23, 2014
  • BY Wire Service

International high school exchange students seek host families in Kent

Visiting students, ages 15-18, from around the world, including Germany, Spain, Switzerland and Thailand, are seeking host families in and around Kent for the upcoming 2014-2015 academic school year.

  • Jun 23, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
Kent Police officer Randy Brennan

Kent Police officers receive life-saving awards

Four Kent Police officers were honored this month by Chief Ken Thomas for their life-saving actions.

Kent Police officer Randy Brennan
The Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority weekly report.

Kent Fire Department call report June 15-21

A weekly look at calls to the Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority:

  • Jun 23, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
The Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority weekly report.
Salamata Sylla

Kent African hair braider sues state to remain open and free of harassment

Salamata Sylla sat in her Kent business hopeful that a lawsuit filed Tuesday against the state Department of Licensing (DOL) helps keep her African hair braiding shop open.

Salamata Sylla

Church seeks help in honoring its past

As Kent Lutheran Church prepares to celebrate its 125th anniversary this fall, a search is under way for extended members of the founding families so they can be property recognized during the festivities.

  • Jun 23, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
All three Rainier Youth Choirs performed the Zambian song

Rainier Youth Choirs wrap up season, prep for New Orleans Tour

The Rainier Youth Choirs' wrapped up with their season with the Time and Travel concert, a family picnic and recognition ceremony, and preparations to attend the Crescent City Choral Festival in New Orleans.

  • Jun 23, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
All three Rainier Youth Choirs performed the Zambian song
Firefighters work to douse a fire that severely damaged a condo unit in Kent on Saturday. No one was injured in the fire.

Firefighters put out condo fire; no one injured

No one was injured in a condo fire Saturday afternoon in the 1800 block of Maple Lane, Kent.

  • Jun 22, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
Firefighters work to douse a fire that severely damaged a condo unit in Kent on Saturday. No one was injured in the fire.
The event is free and open to the public.

Kent Police present Bike Bonanza on June 28

Kent Police Department Bike Bonanza, featuring a bike adventure course and safety information, runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 28 in the ShoWare Center parking lot, 625 W. James St.

  • Jun 20, 2014
  • BY Wire Service
The event is free and open to the public.