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An infestation of Eurasian watermilfoil has popped up in Steel Lake. The lake remains open for recreational use

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Milfoil discovered in Steel Lake, but swimming still allowed

An infestation of an invasive aquatic species, known as milfoil, has sprouted in Steel Lake. Eurasian watermilfoil was…

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Jobs coming: Business Incubator makes debut

A major step toward revitalizing Federal Way’s business sector was celebrated June 21 when the Chamber of Commerce’s…

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Art adds a little color to Federal Way Senior Center

A colorful collection of outdoor art is improving the aesthetics of the Federal Way Senior Center. The center,…

Vanessa Walsh

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In the line of duty: Honor Flag pays tribute to Federal Way officers | SLIDESHOW

In a ceremony Monday, Federal Way police and community remembered police officers Brian Walsh, Patrick Maher and others…

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Animal services: Federal Way breaks from King County

Fourth of July weekend will likely prove the first big test for Federal Way's new animal services unit,…

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Asphalt overlay: Expect two weeks of traffic delays in Federal Way

The 2010 Asphalt Overlay project will cause traffic delays across the city during the next two weeks.

The Westway neighborhood and Federal Way AmeriCorps hosted the annual SummerFest barbecue

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SummerFest barbecue brightens Westway neighborhood

The Westway neighborhood and Federal Way AmeriCorps hosted the annual SummerFest barbecue, gaming and music event June 16.…

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High-rise developers pursue land purchase in Federal Way

A $350 million high-rise project in Federal Way is moving ahead. The city council voted 6-1 Tuesday to…

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Federal Way’s new Hampton Inn and Suites opens in August, targeting businesses and families

For the past 10 months, a new hotel has risen from the ground near Federal Way's downtown and…

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Federal Way lowers tax on pull tabs to 3 percent

Beginning this summer, it will be more affordable for Federal Way gambling establishments to do business. On June…

Reach Out volunteers prepare food to serve to homeless men staying at the shelter this past winter. Local churches and volunteers will continue to play an essential role in helping the men next winter when the shelter reopens under new management by the Catholic Community Services.

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Reach Out homeless shelter returns under new management

Federal Way's only homeless men's overnight shelter will reopen next winter under new management.

The Matanuska glacier

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As the world melts: Walking the Matanuska glacier in Alaska

A $20 park entry fee and a half-mile hike bought a walk on the Matanuska glacier, located in…

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Waste Management offers cash prizes in Federal Way for recycling properly

Waste Management, the city's garbage and recycle hauler, has launched a Clean Cart Challenge.

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King County seeks taxicabs that accommodate wheelchairs

King County is seeking 15 drivers with vehicles able to accommodate wheelchairs. The taxis will be added to…

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Treasure Hunters Roadshow stops in Federal Way: Find out what your antiques are worth

Treasure Hunters Roadshow comes to Federal Way. World-renowned antique and collectible experts will visit the Best Western-Evergreen Inn…

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UniteFW.com targets youth violence and gang activity in Federal Way

A website geared toward steering youths away from violence and gang activity has launched in Federal Way.

Federal Way law enforcement personnel participate in a torch run to benefit Special Olympics Washington on June 4. The group jogged from South 272nd Street down Pacific Highway to South 373rd Street holding the Flame of Hope.

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Torch Run fuels Special Olympics Washington

In what has become an annual tradition, Federal Way Police Department members jogged down Pacific Highway South in…

Federal Way resident Mike Lane browses through a book at the newly renovated and expanded Federal Way Regional Library during a sneak peak of the facility Wednesday. The library will reopen to the public June 5.

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Federal Way Regional Library reopens today

The Federal Way Regional Library, 34200 1st Way S., will celebrate its reopening at 10 a.m. June 5…

Isabella Karejwa

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Swimmers target world record at Wild Waves

Nearly a dozen people rolled out of bed early Thursday to go swimming at Wild Waves Theme Park…

PJ Pockets Casino

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Federal Way cuts gambling tax in half; casino will reopen this summer

Federal Way's gambling tax rate was sliced in half June 1 in an effort to save P.J. Pockets…