Federal Way Mirror

Federal Way Public Schools administration building. File photo

8 Federal Way schools honored in Washington School Recognition Program

The schools showed growth in various student demographics, closing opportunity gaps during 2018-2019 school year.

6 hours ago
by Olivia Sullivan

New dashboard shows how far along King County is to meeting Phase II metrics

The county has met more than half its goals, but the ones it hasn’t met are critical in determining how many people are still being infected, and how quickly people are being tested.

9 hours ago
by Ray Miller-Still and Haley Ausbun

By the numbers: How is COVID-19 affecting Federal Way?

As of May 27, Federal Way has seen 495 positive cases of COVID-19 and nine virus-related deaths.

2 days ago
by Olivia Sullivan

Federal Way Food Bank serves nearly 600 new families during pandemic

Food bank receives positive feedback on new process for item pick up.

1 day ago
by Olivia Sullivan

Walk the (virtual) walk: FWPS seniors participate in pandemic-friendly graduation

Ceremonies will be broadcast June 13 via Facebook Live, YouTube and local Channel 21.

2 days ago
by Olivia Sullivan

Auburn Mountain View Cemetery Manager Craig Hudson, center, confers with maintenance workers David Partridge, left, and Zach Hopper in March 2020. Sound Publishing file photo

State allows weddings, funerals, religious services to restart with restrictions

Gov. Inslee issues new rules during May 27 news conference.

2 days ago
by Jerry Cornfield and Joseph Thompson

Hometown Hero for April: Longtime resident supports local businesses, families in need through one-eyed selfies

Bruce Honda promotes Federal Way’s local businesses, coordinating with Communities in Schools to help families in need during COVID-19 pandemic.

4 weeks ago
by Olivia Sullivan

Publisher’s Note

Season of change for the Federal Way Mirror

I have always been a firm believer that out of something bad comes something good.

6 hours ago

Federal Way resident Bob Roegner is a former mayor of Auburn. Contact bjroegner@comcast.net.

Inside Politics

Federal Way political action simmers amid COVID-19

District 30 seats are up for grabs.

6 hours ago
by Bob Roegner

File photo of construction near North Bend on Aug. 16. Sound Publishing file photo
File photo of construction near North Bend on Aug. 16. Sound Publishing file photo

Rural King County mayors want state to let them enter Phase 2

Mayors cite heavy economic damage from prolonged shutdown.

15 hours ago
by Aaron Kunkler and Ray Miller-Still

Portion of eastbound SR 18 near Maple Valley to close for paving May 30-31

4-mile stretch of highway

16 hours ago

News

As sales tax plummets in King County, mental health and drug program funding dries up

County will need to make severe cuts to MIDD program this year.

15 hours ago
by Aaron Kunkler

City-led coronavirus response task forces work to establish support network

Business Resiliency and Community Continuity task forces aim to focus on economy, at-risk populations amid current health crisis.

2 weeks ago
by For the Mirror

Opinion

Back to the wild — a whole new outdoor recreation world | Guest editorial

When enjoying the great outdoors, continue to socially distance and be aware of how else COVID-19 has changed our world.

3 weeks ago

KCLS is stepping up its commitment to patrons

KCLS has expanding its online resources so patrons can continue to learn, build skills, stay entertained and remain mentally and physically active amid the pandemic.