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Bomb squad investigates suspicious suitcase at Federal Way post office

After an investigation by the police department's bomb squad, a suspicious suitcase in Federal Way turned out to…

For the second year in a row

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Vandals rob Federal Way man of the Halloween spirit

For the second year in a row, unknown vandals trashed Vince Stansbury’s Halloween decorations.

A rally with more than 300 medical marijuana advocates converged Oct. 19 at the Tacoma Municipal Building.

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Medical marijuana: Tacoma rally sends Washington state law back to the hot seat | VIDEO

Washington state's medical marijuana laws are back in the hot seat following a clash between Tacoma and its…

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Woodmont Elementary evacuated due to gas leak

Woodmont Elementary School, 26454 16th Ave. S. in Des Moines, was evacuated about noon today due to a…

Students at Lakota Middle School in Federal Way honored Jessica Griffith (also known as Jessica Wood) with a display near the school's entrance. On Wednesday

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Police suspect drug overdose in death of Federal Way girl, 12 | Lakota Middle School pays tribute in yellow

Tacoma police believe a 12-year-old Federal Way girl may have died from a prescription drug overdose.

Adam Smith

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Smith and Muri debate the issues in showdown over Congress seat

Pierce County Councilman Dick Muri, a Republican, hopes to unseat incumbent Adam Smith, a Democrat was elected to…

Jerry DeLay demolishes sand sculptures with his truck. Oct. 10

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Demolition time: Sand sculptures crumble in Federal Way | VIDEO

The World Championship of Sand Sculpting ended Oct. 10 in Federal Way. Check out a video of volunteers…

Gold winners in the doubles competition: Hanneke Supply and Martijn Rijerse

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Despite loss, organizers hope to keep sand sculpting championship in Federal Way

Despite falling short financially, organizers expect the World Championship of Sand Sculpting will return next year to Federal…

Melanie Goff

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Nursery upgrade at St. Francis Hospital is good news for moms and preemies

On Aug. 23, the Federal Way hospital opened its Special Care Nursery. The new nursery is certified at…

The Multi-Service Center officially opened its new Program Services Building on Oct. 5. The 8

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Multi-Service Center unveils newest tool for rebuilding lives in South King County

The Multi-Service Center officially opened its new Program Services Building on Oct. 5.

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VIDEO: Mayor candidates Jim Ferrell and Skip Priest at Federal Way Chamber debate

The Federal Way Chamber of Commerce hosted a debate for the city’s mayoral candidates Oct. 6 at Twin…

State Sen. Tracey Eide

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District 30 Legislature candidates debate: Eide vs. Moore, Sullivan vs. Miloscia, Asay vs. Gregory

District 30 candidates for state Legislature faced off in three short debates Monday at Federal Way High School.

Opinion

The magic lamp of Federal Way: A bedtime story | Andy Hobbs

Once upon a time while walking through downtown Federal Way, Chuck found what looked like Aladdin’s lamp at…

Opinion

‘Trade secrets’ muddle skyscraper plans in Federal Way | Andy Hobbs

For now, let’s forget about that proposal to build three skyscrapers in downtown Federal Way. What we have…

Matt Gregory is walking from Bellingham to Los Angeles with a goat named Vickie. They passed through Federal Way on Sept. 24

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Guy and goat walk from Bellingham to L.A. for cancer research | VIDEO

Matt Gregory is walking from Bellingham to Los Angeles with a goat named Vickie.

A groundbreaking ceremony for Truman High School's community garden was held Sept. 22. Pictured left to right: Carol Stanley

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Federal Way’s community garden movement cultivates education opportunities for schools

With community gardens, Federal Way can cultivate more than just food.

Gold winners in the doubles competition: Hanneke Supply and Martijn Rijerse

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Dozens of dazzling sculptures on display through Oct. 3 | World Championship of Sand Sculpting winners | VIDEO and SLIDESHOW

The World Championship of Sand Sculpting runs 10 a.m. to dusk Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to…

Kiewit employees dine on bratwurst

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Picnic-style welcome for Kiewit Infrastructure in Federal Way

Windermere Real Estate agents Jennifer Dovey and Mingray Hildebrandt hosted a welcome reception Sept. 10 for new neighbor…

Opinion

The most powerful people in Federal Way | Andy Hobbs

Who are the most powerful people in Federal Way? The people who vote.

A tribute to veterans is under way at the World Championship of Sand Sculpting in Federal Way.

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Federal Way dentist sinks teeth into veterans tribute at World Championship of Sand Sculpting | VIDEO

Federal Way resident Michael Velling carves away on a tribute to veterans at the World Championship of Sand…