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No Child Left Behind gets left behind as schools seek reform | Federal Way board passes resolution

Federal Way schools have joined a growing national movement to end the punitive measures of the controversial No…

Walkers in purple shirts begin Federal Way’s 2010 Relay For Life with the Survivor Lap. Purple shirts symbolize a person who has survived cancer. The 2011 event takes place June 24-25 at Saghalie Middle School in Federal Way.

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Federal Way Relay for Life runs June 24-25 | Cancer benefit honors survivors and superheroes

With more than 300 participants already signed up, and more than $29,000 raised, the Federal Way Relay for…

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Federal Way faces higher garbage bill

Federal Way residents may pay more for solid waste disposal.

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Federal Way parents question merits of new academic acceleration policy

Thomas Jefferson High School parents aired their concerns with Federal Way Public Schools representatives on Monday over a…

For Federal Way resident Nancy Robertson

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Peace Corps and Federal Way woman go back 50 years

Created with Executive Order 10924 on March 1, 1961, by president John F. Kennedy, the Peace Corps will…

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Federal Way schools face another $2 million in cuts | District seeks public input

Federal Way Public Schools is seeking public input regarding an additional $2 million in budget cuts that must…

Federal Way police released this composite sketch of an alleged serial groper who's been violating local women since January. Six attacks have occurred since the beginning of 2011

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Federal Way and Auburn police partner to find serial groper

The search for the Federal Way serial groper continues, with detectives tracking down leads on the so far…

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Assumptions guide Federal Way’s 2013-2014 budget forecast

With the state and local economy still foundering, Federal Way is trying to stay afloat by preparing its…

Operation Write Home (OWH)

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Operation Write Home sends one-millionth card to troops | Founder credits social media

Operation Write Home (OWH), a project started by Federal Way resident Sandy Allnock, hit a significant milestone last…

Rain damaged a few sculptures

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Federal Way gives extra $25K for sand sculpting event

In a 5-1 vote, the Federal Way City Council extended an additional $25,000 in funding for the 2011…

Mike Park announced he will not seek re-election to the Federal Way City Council.

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After 16 years, Park will step down from city council

Federal Way City Council member Mike Park has announced he will not seek re-election to position 3. Park…

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Federal Way schools stir buzz with rigorous course policy

Two recent reports by the Huffington Post and local NPR affiliate KPLU highlighted Federal Way Public Schools’ policy…

A tweetup was held June 1 at the Hotel Murano in Tacoma

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Tweetups invite Twitter fans to socialize in real life

It has been called at the same time a frivolous toy and the most powerful tool on the…

Construction on the new Federal Way Public Schools 'hub' facility at South 332nd Street and 13th Place South (near Celebration Park) is part of the $149 million construction package voters approved in 2007. It will replace the current facilities located at S. 320th Street and 11th Avenue South.

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Federal Way school bond construction ahead of schedule | Expect new stoplight on 336th Street

Although it may not look like much yet, construction on the new Federal Way Public Schools “hub” facility…

Using the Android app 'Safe Neighborhood' while standing at South 324th Street and Pacific Highway South in Federal Way

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Looking for sex offenders in Federal Way? There’s an app for that

While most apps are for entertainment purposes, many can provide helpful services that keep families safe.

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Domestic violence leads to bust in Federal Way | Police seize welfare ID cards, cash, pot, guns

Federal Way police officers responded to a domestic violence call Saturday in 1700 block of S. 370th Street,…

Marlene’s Market and Deli manager Kim Love is heading to Peru to see firsthand the coffee growing co-ops that help stock Marlene’s shelves.

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Fair trade coffee: Marlene’s manager seeks insight at Peru co-op

The Andes mountain range is home to some of the most historic ruins, isolated people and beautiful vistas…

Ray Stewart

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Vietnam War veteran preserves history of U.S. Marine tankers

His name is Ray Stewart, United States Marine Corps, 1955-1985. His distinctions include two tours in Vietnam, 1965-67…

Federal Way resident Ashley Vacanti

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Neurofibromatosis: Federal Way family gets a grip on lifelong pain

For 19-year-old Federal Way resident Ashley Vacanti, pain has been a constant companion in her young life. Diagnosed…

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Teacher salaries go down in Federal Way | Schools defend paraeducators

While Federal Way schools dealt with the painful ramifications of cutting jobs, more bad news came down the…