News <p>Public commentor Lana Bostic speaks in support of Councilmember Martin Moore remaining the council president and in support of the student walkouts. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror</p>

Martin Moore ousted as FW City Council president

At their meeting Feb. 10, the Federal Way City Council rescinded the vote that made Councilmember Martin Moore president of...

By Keelin Everly-Lang • February 11, 2026 11:03 am

State bill would prohibit local bans on encampments in Washington

Would keep cities and counties from criminalizing camping on public property.

By Jake Goldstein-Street Washington State Standard • February 6, 2026 12:53 pm
Extra DUI patrols set for Super Bowl weekend in King...

More police to be out Feb. 6-8

By Steve Hunter • February 3, 2026 2:57 pm
State Senate approves lower drunk driving limit

The bill drops it to 0.05% from 0.08%; still needs House approval

By Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard • January 29, 2026 10:15 am
Federal Way students protest ICE in walkouts

Hundreds of students led a peaceful demonstration on Feb. 5 from Federal Way High School and another on Feb. 6…

By Keelin Everly-Lang • February 9, 2026 5:20 pm
As pennies disappear, WA seeks solution that makes sense

When the federal government stopped making pennies, it left it up to states to decide how retailers deal with the…

By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard • February 9, 2026 11:55 am
Garage fitness instructor opens own fitness facility in FW

Tamira Tserendavaa is a personal trainer and health coach. On Dec. 27, 2025, Tserendavaa opened her own fitness studio in…

By Mariah Hill, For the Mirror • February 8, 2026 7:30 am

With donation drop off locations all across King County it’s easy to support your neighbors this holiday season. For those unable to visit a drop box, financial contributions provide steady support for counseling, recovery, housing and community education programs. Sponsored
December 15, 2025 6:00 am
Valley Cities Crisis Program Manager Jessica Rosado, Recovery Place Kent Director Teri Hardy, and Federal Way Police Department Officer Sarah Montjoy. Photo courtesy of Valley Cities. Sponsored
September 29, 2025 6:00 am
Right, Kim Sanchez, owner of Comfort Keepers Federal Way. Left, Kim’s parents, and her grandfather, the inspiration for the family business. Sponsored
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Gail Thompson, owner of Junebug’s Sauce, sets up shop at the Kent Farmer’s Market. Madison Kirkman/Comcast photo Sponsored
September 8, 2025 6:30 am
Federal Way Community Calendar | Feb. 6 edition

Hot off the Presses: The Federal Way Mirror invites you to join the paper from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, at Poverty Bay Café for informal conversation, coffee, beer, wine and appetizers.

By Mirror Staff • February 6, 2026 8:00 am
Federal Way Community Calendar | Jan. 30 edition

Peking Acrobats return to North America for their landmark 35th tour, bringing their breathtaking display of Chinese circus arts back to Federal Way on Jan. 28.

By Mirror Staff • January 30, 2026 7:00 am
Dave’s Hot Chicken opens in Federal Way

Popular fast food chain Dave’s Hot Chicken held a grand opening Feb. 6 for its new location in Federal Way.

By Mirror Staff • February 6, 2026 1:00 pm
Camp Moxy Jo’s temporarily shuts down over city codes

Throughout the summer of 2025, Camp Moxy Jo’s in Federal Way was buzzing with community-building and fun, from the free…

By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 24, 2026 7:30 am
Gov. Ferguson denounces recent actions by ICE as ‘un-American’

OLYMPIA – Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown condemned the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers…

By Cassie Diamond, WNPA Foundation • January 28, 2026 9:18 am
King County honors budget director for distinguished service

The King County Council a former county employee with the MLK Medal of Distinguished Service, only the fourth county employee…

By Drew Dotson • January 27, 2026 8:40 am