Life <p>Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell, pictured here at last year’s State of the City address. This year’s State of the City address is Feb. 19 at the Performing Arts and Event Center. File photo</p>

Federal Way Community Calendar | Feb. 13 edition

State of the City: Mayor Jim Ferrell will present an annual State of the City Address at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, at the Performing Arts and Event Center.

By Mirror Staff • February 13, 2026 8:00 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
Meet South King Fire’s new chief

Left to right: South King Fire Commissioners Martese Monroe, Bill Fuller and Caroline Vadino, and South King Fire Chief Ryan…

By Mirror Staff • February 13, 2026 1:30 am
King County executive signs order to better protect immigrants

Girmay Zahilay’s first executive order goes into effect immediately.

By Grace Gorenflo • February 12, 2026 4:40 pm
Man has medical emergency while in FWPD custody

Auburn police are in charge of the use-of-force investigation.

By Mirror Staff • February 12, 2026 4:35 pm
Championship state of mind: Seahawks take to the streets in...

According to city officials, up to 1 million fans flooded downtown Seattle.

By Benjamin Ray • February 12, 2026 11:25 am
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At their meeting Feb. 10, the Federal Way City Council rescinded the vote that made Councilmember Martin Moore president of…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
Early election results: FWPS levy is passing

Early results of the Feb. 10 special election show the 2026 Federal Way Educational Programs and Operations (EP&O) Levy passing…

By Keelin Everly-Lang • February 10, 2026 8:25 pm

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
September 22, 2025 6:00 am
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
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
Measles in Washington state: What you need to know

At least 23 cases reported so far in 2026.

By Reporter Staff • February 11, 2026 4:22 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