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Coyotes: Federal Way man wants to shoot them

According to Barovic, coyotes prowl his property, killing and eating his livestock. The 84-year-old Barovic has spoken to…

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Gay marriage bill gets decisive vote

State Sen. Mary Margaret Haugen (D-Camano Island) announced her support of Senate Bill 6239, the bill aimed at…

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Light rail: Federal Way pressures Sound Transit for answers

On Jan. 17, the city council unanimously approved a letter to Olympia that addresses Sound Transit's apparent lack…

If approved by voters in February

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By the numbers: Levy will help rebuild Federal Way High School

In a Feb. 14 special election, the district seeks approval for an Educational Programs and Operations (EPO) levy…

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Teachers union backs Federal Way school levy proposals

The Federal Way Education Association is supporting Federal Way Public Schools’ upcoming levy proposals in the Feb. 14…

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Education funding reform: Federal Way schools watch state

Barney touched on the Washington State Supreme Court ruling that the state Legislature has failed to meet its…

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Federal Way revises sign codes

Jim Harris, contract planner for the city, said the new amendment would allow for a third large sign…

In this 2008 photo

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State of the state: Gov. Gregoire targets jobs, transit, oil, same-sex marriage

Gov. Christine Gregoire gave her annual State of the State address on Jan. 10, saying that while Washington…

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Federal Way welcomes state audit of Sound Transit

A state audit of Sound Transit was welcomed by Federal Way officials, as questions remain unanswered as to…

The latest conceptual rendering of the proposed Crystal Palace/Crystal Way

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Crystal Palace deal delayed, but money is there, say city and developer

A key project for transforming downtown Federal Way will wait a little longer to reach that first big…

This image is found on the Occupy Federal Way group's Facebook page. The group formed in the fall 2011.

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Occupy Federal Way puts city council on notice

Occupy Federal Way is planning to become a watchdog of the Federal Way City Council.

In this 2010 photo from the Buds and Blooms Festival

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City gives more money to Slavic and garden festivals

The Federal Way City Council approved an additional $6,000 for the Buds and Blooms Festival, and approved an…

New Federal Way City Council members Susan Honda (pictured) and Bob Celski were sworn in by Judge Dave Larson on Jan. 3.

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Honda and Celski take seats on council; Ferrell named deputy mayor

The first Federal Way City Council meeting for 2012 was rung in by new council members Bob Celski…

In this 2008 photo

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Gov. Gregoire proposes bill to legalize same-sex marriage

Gov. Christine Gregoire announced on Jan. 4 that she will introduce a bill to legalize same-sex marriage in…

Proposed Draft Congressional Map and Eastern Washington Legislative Maps from Dec. 28

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Redistricting changes political landscape in Western Washington

A proposed map of the legislative districts in Washington would create some major changes in the political landscape…

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Federal Way schools attempt to demystify ‘Power Standards’

Federal Way School Board meetings can be long and drawn out affairs, with most of the time being…

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Anti-bully event honors ethics of Columbine victim

Meredith Hill Elementary School will host an anti-bullying event on Jan. 5, with an assembly being held for…

Illahee Middle School is located at 36001 1st Ave. S. in Federal Way.

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School district tackles sewer dilemma

A stinky problem highlights one school’s effort to trade a septic system for sewer service.

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King County scores $21 million to help homeless

In South King County, the Multi-Service Center (MSC) received $26,724 for its Homeless Family Transitional Housing program.

The Apple iPad can be recycled.

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Gadgets get second life with E-Cycle

According to the state, many devices given over to E-Cycle end up finding second lives through charity auctions…