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Federal Way Farmers Market will move to new location

The Federal Way Farmers Market will move to a new location for the 2011 season. Organizers told The…

Construction on Pacific Highway South affects access to businesses

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Final phase of Pacific Highway construction nears finish line | Completion set for December 2011

After nearly 10 years, major construction on Pacific Highway South in Federal Way is almost done. The fourth…

Marlene Beadle owns Marlene’s Market and Deli

Business

Marlene’s Market and Deli: Still healthy after 35 years in Federal Way

Marlene’s specializes in quality groceries and local organic produce without the pretentiousness associated with some upscale markets.

Federal Way resident Omar Rubi was among nearly 50 protesters to occupy the intersection of South 320th Street and Pacific Highway on Thursday morning. Working Washington co-organized the rally to protest Federal Way-based timber corporation Weyerhaeuser

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Frustration boils before Tax Day as protesters blast Weyerhaeuser

Dozens of protesters stood on Federal Way’s street corners Thursday to voice their frustrations at timber giant Weyerhaeuser’s…

Opinion

Japan tsunami destroys Federal Way woman’s childhood home | Andy Hobbs

When an earthquake and tsunami struck Japan’s northeast coast, Federal Way resident Yoko Inaba played the longest waiting…

Fernando Hernandez waters plants Wednesday at Branches Garden Center

Business

Branches Garden Center scrambles to satisfy Federal Way fire code

Branches Garden Center may close if the business cannot satisfy Federal Way city code. The garden center, located…

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New Federal Way 320th Library will feature more space and windows | Construction starts in 2012

A bigger and better Federal Way 320th Library is in the works. The facility at 848 S. 320th…

Jerrie Chan

Life

For grieving parents, tiny baby clothes make a big difference

When a baby is stillborn, grieving parents need comfort and closure while dealing with their loss. Minutes of…

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Monster Energy Drink maker calls mouse lawsuit ‘nothing more than a shakedown’

Hansen Beverage Company has released an official statement rejecting a Federal Way man's claim that he found a…

Opinion

Quality of life grows in Federal Way’s gardens | Andy Hobbs

Under the leadership of Mike Stanley, the Federal Way Community Garden Foundation is sprouting some serious wings.

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Federal Way man sues Monster Energy Drink maker over mouse in can

A Federal Way man is suing the makers of Monster Energy Drink after reportedly finding a mouse inside…

The 120-acre West Hylebos Wetlands Park can best be seen from the park’s boardwalk

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Merger adds muscle to conservation in Federal Way | EarthCorps joins Friends of the Hylebos

Two forces have combined to enhance Federal Way’s urban wilderness experiences and overall quality of life. Friends of…

Opinion

Stinky thinking in Federal Way | Andy Hobbs

Earlier this month, I strolled along Dumas Bay in search of Federal Way’s foulest odor and came up…

Federal Way heavyweight Vincent Thompson

Sports

Federal Way’s Thompson stays unbeaten | Battle at the Boat 81

Federal Way boxer Vincent Thompson remains undefeated in his professional career following a dominating victory March 19 in…

At an open house March 15

Life

FUSION welcomes home a single mom and her six children

This month, a single mother with six children moved into a home refurbished by Federal Way-based FUSION (Friends…

Opinion

Ideas are the ultimate weapons | Andy Hobbs

As former Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin said, “We would not let our enemies have guns. Why should we…

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Earthquake relief: World Vision to launch $10 million effort in Japan

Federal Way-based World Vision is planning a $10 million effort to assist Japan as the nation recovers from…

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Tsunami ravages Federal Way’s sister city of Hachinohe, Japan

Federal Way’s sister city of Hachinohe, Japan, is dealing with the aftermath of one of the strongest earthquakes…

Monte Ferrell learns how to put a signature on an email March 9 at the Federal Way Senior Center.

Life

From Windows to Facebook, classes solve seniors’ computer conundrums

When someone finishes a computer class at the Federal Way Senior Center, instructor Larry Malcolm hopes to see…

Opinion

Are these glasses half-empty or half-full? | Andy Hobbs

Downtown redevelopment is a priority for Federal Way leaders. Half-empty: There is no downtown, unless you count a…