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The owner of Trinity Ace Hardware, located in the 30600 block of Pacific Highway South in Federal Way, says a candidate for Federal Way City Council stole property from his store on July 18. (Alex Bruell / The Mirror)

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City council candidate charged in hardware store case

Some lawmakers drop their endorsements of Denise Yun amid theft allegations.

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Evan Cook stands for a photo at the Decatur High School track the afternoon of Friday, Aug. 18, minutes before his football team shows up for practice.

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Federal Way coach, mentor puts his heart on the line for youth | Hometown Heroes

For his advocacy and work with youth both on and off the field, Evan Cook is The Mirror’s…

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Federal Way “Triangle” highway project suspended due to lack of funds

First phase at I-5 / SR 18 / SR 161 interchange was completed in 2012.

Olympic View’s new Family Connection Center. Courtesy photo.

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Bond updates: Olympic View K-8 is open, Memorial Stadium is next

Here’s a rundown on those projects, and when they’re expected to be complete.

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Leo Flor, director of community and human services for Public Health — Seattle & King County, presents an update to the Federal Way City Council on the county’s Health through Housing Initiative.

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FW City Council talks leisure pool and financial literacy

Council also heard an update from King County on using the Federal Way Extended Stay America hotel for…

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Man, 22, dies in Federal Way shooting

A suspect was detained without incident, according to police.

Forensic scientist Darlene Valencia tests a blood sample for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, at the new Washington State Patrol toxicology lab in Federal Way. While scientists like Valencia are not yet working on real evidence at the Federal Way lab, they are testing their equipment to ensure its accuracy. (Photo by Alex Bruell / The Mirror)

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Washington State Patrol to open toxicology lab in Federal Way

The State Patrol hopes the facility will be testing cases by the end of the year.

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Skater Gabe Lyons navigates a turn at the USA Inline Speed Skating Nationals in Lincoln, NE, in July.

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Federal Way’s Team Xtreme speeds to second at Inline Speed Skating Nationals

Team Xtreme — the Federal Way speed skating group based at the El Centro Skate Rink — blazed…

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Primary 2023: FW voters send Jennifer Jones to the general, pass fire service levy

Federal Way voters are approving South King Fire Rescue’s levy proposition

Dick’s Drive-In opened July 27 on the west side of the Commons Mall, facing Pacific Highway South. (Photo by Bruce Honda)

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Order up: Dick’s Drive-In now open in Federal Way

Dick’s Drive-In opened July 27 at The Commons Mall, marking the latest expansion of the well-known Seattle area…

Denise Yun, left, is running against incumbent Federal Way City Councilmember (Position 7) Linda Kochmar, who is also the current council president. (File photos)

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Denise Yun still in race for Federal Way City Council against Linda Kochmar

Yun said in a follow-up email this week that she has not quit her campaign, and does not…

Nurse practitioner Sirena Sagdahl holds her black book of resources she carries while visiting patients through Dispatch Health. She and Sierra Berry, a Dispatch Health medical technician, teamed up the morning of July 21 to visit patients for the day. (Alex Bruell / The Mirror)

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Hometown Hero: Federal Way nurse goes above and beyond for her patients

“We all just do our part and that’s what’s expected of us.”

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From left to right: mentor Ron Howell, resource navigator Adriane Karg, executive director De’Vonte’ Parson and COO Kechi Amaefule pose for a photo at the Pro Se Potential office in Federal Way.

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Former inmate helps King County youth unlock their potential

After a troubled start, De’Vonte’ Parson turned his life around and wants to do the same for others.

The owner of Trinity Ace Hardware, located in the 30600 block of Pacific Highway South in Federal Way, says a candidate for Federal Way City Council stole property from his store on July 18. (Alex Bruell / The Mirror)

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City council candidate, accused of hardware store theft, says she has quit her campaign

Denise Yun is running for City Council position #7.

Left to right: Heather Brandt, program manager for refugee and immigrant services at Lutheran Community Services Northwest; Ghulamfarooq Noorzai, case manager for the Stanikzai family, and Hamid Stanikzai, along with two of his children, pose for a picture at his Federal Way area home. (Photo by Alex Bruell / The Mirror)

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Afghan family finds home in Federal Way after Kabul collapse

Hamid Stanikzai sits at his north Federal Way apartment, tea and a spread of refreshments set out, his…

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Ballots hit mailboxes for August primary election

Federal Way voters will decide on school board seat, fire levy and veteran services levy.

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Iam Tongi was honored July 18 during the Metropolitan King County Council meeting.

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‘American Idol’ champ Iam Tongi honored by King County Council

Iam Tongi was honored on July 18 by proclamation from the Metropolitan King County Council.

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Man killed in drive-by shooting on Military Road as deputies checked on him

The man was killed in the early morning of July 15.

The city and council July 18 honored the Federal Way Little League Seniors, who won the state baseball championship and will represent Federal Way and Washington State at the West Regional Senior Little League All Star Tournament from July 20 — 26 in Oakland, California. To support the team financially, visit: gofundme.com/f/fwnll-senior-all-stars-headed-to-regionals. Photo by Bruce Honda.

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FW Council welcomes five new police officers, talks taxes

News from the July 18 meeting.

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Deena Rose, left, and Chris Buchanan stand outside Buchanan’s office in Federal Way. Buchanan has written a book for youth exploring their grief.

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Corey Nettles brought Federal Way together — and inspired a new book for grieving youth

“RIP Corey” was written to help young people process death of loved ones