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This letter from the ACLU appeared in the Federal Way Mirror and other newspapers in King County this month. Photo by Alex Bruell.

ACLU responds to South Sound mayors on public safety

An array of community organizations, service providers and public defender associations, including the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), released a concerted statement this month supporting… Continue reading

This letter from the ACLU appeared in the Federal Way Mirror and other newspapers in King County this month. Photo by Alex Bruell.
A homeless camp prior to crews cleaned it up in Mill Creek Canyon in Kent. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, City of Kent

Kent City Council unanimously passes public camping ban

The change allows for the immediate removal of encampments instead of providing a 48 hour notice.

A homeless camp prior to crews cleaned it up in Mill Creek Canyon in Kent. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, City of Kent
Photo courtesy of Highline College
Students and faculty in a row boat along the Mekong Delta in Vietnam.

Students from 3 colleges ‘follow the supply chain’ to Vietnam

Short-term study abroad program provides “life-changing” opportunity

  • Oct 19, 2022
  • By Raechel Dawson, For the Reporter
Photo courtesy of Highline College
Students and faculty in a row boat along the Mekong Delta in Vietnam.
Kristine and Ken Forester search for pumpkins with their kids Elise, 3, and Cameron, 18 months.

On the hunt for the perfect pumpkin at Carpinito Brothers Farm

The pumpkin patch and corn maze are open daily from 9 a.m. to dusk in Kent.

Kristine and Ken Forester search for pumpkins with their kids Elise, 3, and Cameron, 18 months.
A map of various Land Conservation Initiative projects in King County. Dark blue spots represent natural lands; light blue, rivers; green, forests; pink, urban green space; purple, regional trails; and yellow, farmland. Map courtesy King County

Two King County proposals up for a vote in Nov. general election

One will switch some odd-year elections to even years; another is a conservation levy lid lift.

A map of various Land Conservation Initiative projects in King County. Dark blue spots represent natural lands; light blue, rivers; green, forests; pink, urban green space; purple, regional trails; and yellow, farmland. Map courtesy King County
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Police lights (File photo)

Kent man faces endangerment charge after child overdoses

The 13-month-old child was taken to the hospital and in stable condition after being given Narcan, charging documents state.

Police lights (File photo)
Photo by Terry Ward/Sound Publishing
From left: Assistant Editor Olivia Sullivan, Federal Way Mirror Sales Manager Cindy Ducich, Advertising Director Carol Greiling and Reporter Steve Hunter hold their General Excellence awards at the WNPA conference on Oct. 8.

Kent Reporter newspaper earns General Excellence, individual awards at WNPA

The Washington Newspaper Publishers Association (WNPA) Better Newspaper contest awards were held in Bellingham on Oct. 8.

Photo by Terry Ward/Sound Publishing
From left: Assistant Editor Olivia Sullivan, Federal Way Mirror Sales Manager Cindy Ducich, Advertising Director Carol Greiling and Reporter Steve Hunter hold their General Excellence awards at the WNPA conference on Oct. 8.
Screenshot from Seattle Seahawks website.

Seahawks partner with Virginia Mason to promote early cancer screenings

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health to host lung and breast cancer screenings.

  • Oct 13, 2022
  • Reporter Staff
Screenshot from Seattle Seahawks website.
Carey Creek fish culvert in Maple Valley. (Photo by Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing)

Local officials welcome federal money to fix outdated fish culverts

If repaired, 50 fish culverts of the 3,000 identified would restore 50 percent more salmon habitat.

Carey Creek fish culvert in Maple Valley. (Photo by Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing)
Stock photo, Metro Creative Graphics

Kent man charged with stabbing wife to death in their bedroom

Reportedly used scissors after couple had gone to bed

Stock photo, Metro Creative Graphics
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Michelle and Gregory Moore. Gregory Moore was killed by a hit-and-run driver in July 2021 in Maple Valley. COURTESY PHOTO, Moore family

Murder trial date may be near for SeaTac teen in hit-and-run case

Judge to oversee management of case that has gone on for more than a year

Michelle and Gregory Moore. Gregory Moore was killed by a hit-and-run driver in July 2021 in Maple Valley. COURTESY PHOTO, Moore family
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Endorsement causes conflict in Boyce-Kauffman Senate race

Boyce denies Kauffman claim that he shares values with ‘an extremist organization’

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Kent Police arrest man for allegedly killing his wife

Husband, 52, reportedly stabbed his wife, 48, inside their East Hill home

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Moderator Pat Hanis (left) asked the six candidates — (from left to right) Bill Boyce, Claudia Kauffman, Debra Entenman, Kyle Lyebyedyev, Shukri Olow and Chris Stearns — hot topic questions on voters’ minds during a Oct. 3 forum at Real Life Church in Covington. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Six 47th Legislative District candidates discuss key issues

Boyce, Kauffman, Entenman, Lyebyedyev, Olow and Stearns participate in Covington event

  • Oct 6, 2022
  • By Bailey Jo Josie bailey.jo.josie@soundpublishing.com
Moderator Pat Hanis (left) asked the six candidates — (from left to right) Bill Boyce, Claudia Kauffman, Debra Entenman, Kyle Lyebyedyev, Shukri Olow and Chris Stearns — hot topic questions on voters’ minds during a Oct. 3 forum at Real Life Church in Covington. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
A homeless camp prior to crews cleaned it up in Mill Creek Canyon in Kent. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, City of Kent

Kent City Council committee approves camping ban on public property

A couple of residents question the ban and call for more housing options

A homeless camp prior to crews cleaned it up in Mill Creek Canyon in Kent. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, City of Kent
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Fire damages All Seasons Dental Care offices in downtown Kent

Fire broke out early Wednesday morning; no injuries

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Photo courtesy of Federal Way Public Schools

FWPS to celebrate the opening of two new schools

The community is invited to tour the new Star Lake Elementary and Evergreen Middle School buildings on Oct. 12.

Photo courtesy of Federal Way Public Schools
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Kent-based Puget Sound Fire expands community assistance programs

Social worker to join nurse on FD Cares response team; Safe Station to offer substance abuse treatment

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