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Composites manufacturing courses gaining steam at Federal Way school

The composites manufacturing courses at Todd Beamer High School are quickly gaining popularity among students, according to Larry…

Federal Way native J.R. Celski will compete in the 2014 Sochi Olympics that begin this Saturday.

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Federal Way honors speedskater Celski as he heads to Olympics

The city of Federal Way sent some good vibes toward Federal Way native J.R. Celski as the Council…

Members of the new Blue Ribbon Panel stand with Federal Way City Council members during the meeting on Tuesday. The panel of local experts will help the city develop objective operational and financial information for the proposed Performing Arts and Conference Center (PACC).

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Federal Way mayor reveals Blue Ribbon Panel members for Performing Arts/Conference Center

Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell revealed the nine members of the Blue Ribbon Panel that will help provide…

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St. Vincent de Paul Society helps those in need in Federal Way

Even though it’s six years on from the collapse of 2008, the number of those in need, and…

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Federal Way school district reviews readiness for Common Core State Standards

With the new federally mandated Common Core State Standards (CCSS) set to take effect beginning with the next…

A new development that includes 308 multi-family housing units has been proposed at the Federal Way School District's former transportation center at South 320th Street and 11th Place South.

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Federal Way residents voice concerns over proposed ‘High Point’ project at meeting

A sizable amount of community members discussed their concerns about the proposed “High Point” mixed-use project slated for…

A new development that includes 308 multi-family housing units has been proposed at the Federal Way School District's former transportation center at South 320th Street and 11th Place South.

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A sizable amount of community members discussed their concerns about the proposed “High Point” mixed-use project slated for…

Marijuana was legalized in Washington after a statewide vote in November 2012.

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Federal Way to maintain current path on marijuana businesses, despite AG’s opinion

As the implementation of legalized marijuana continues throughout Washington, state Attorney General Bob Ferguson issued a “formal opinion”…

Many gathered for a Seahawks rally at Federal Way City Hall on  Jan. 17

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Federal Way readying for another Blue Friday rally on Jan. 31

The city of Federal Way is planning another “Blue Friday” rally in honor of the Seattle Seahawks at…

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Some Federal Way employees to see first wage increase since 2009

The 125 non-represented city of Federal Way employees will see their first wage rate increase since 2009,

Interim Police Chief Andy Hwang stands outside of Federal Way Police Department headquarters during the city's 'Blue Friday' rally on Jan. 17

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Federal Way interim police chief looks forward to the future

The city's interim police chief reflects on his time in law enforcement and what he hopes to do…

King County Councilman Pete von Reichbauer received the key to the city of Federal Way during the Federal Way City Council's January 21 meeting.

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Pete von Reichbauer accepts key to city of Federal Way

Long time public servant honored by the City for tireless work and positive impact on Federal Way and…

This rendering shows what the new Federal Way High School will look like.

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School board approves new Federal Way High School design

The Federal Way Public Schools (FWPS) board of directors unanimously approved the schematic design for the new Federal…

Federal Way High School students volunteer for a recent Habitat for Humanity project as part of the school's United States Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program. The program is also offered at Todd Beamer High School.

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Federal Way students learn cyber security, leadership in JROTC program

Voters might be surprised to know that the upcoming Educational Programs and Operation (EP&O) levy helps support the…

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Federal Way Public Schools seeks participants for Grading Advisory Committee

One of the outcomes over the most recent uproar concerning Federal Way Public Schools (FWPS) grading system is…

Target revealed on Friday that the data breach late last year got away with 70-110 million customers' data.

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Target reveals more data was stolen in breach

Popular retailer Target announced that the data breach it experienced late last year was larger than the company…

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Federal Way Council reviews city’s response to cold weather events

With Federal Way and Western Washington experiencing their own deep freeze in December, Councilmember Susan Honda asked for…

The Federal Way City Council seeks applicants for the position that Jim Ferrell vacated after his win in the mayoral race in November.

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Federal Way Council looks to fill vacant position by March 1

The Federal Way City Council has set a date of March 1 to interview potential applicants for the…

Federal Way City Councilmember Jeanne Burbidge is sworn in to the deputy mayor position after the Council elected her to the seat during Tuesday’s meeting. The oath of office was administered by City Clerk Carol McNeilly.

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Jeanne Burbidge chosen as Deputy Mayor of Federal Way

The first meeting of the new year for the Federal Way City Council saw Jim Ferrell take his…

Federal Way police patrol the transit center in 2008

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Federal Way Mayor announces new police substation near Transit Center; outlines vision for city

Newly-minted Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell wasted no time in showing that his administration will be different from…