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Federal Way post offices avoid the closure list
Tacoma, Kent and Seattle postal stations are on the list for possible 2010 closures, but Federal Way’s facilities…
Business
Better Business Bureau warns of phony debt collectors
Phony debt collectors are using massive amounts of personal data to convince individuals they owe large sums of…
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Federal Way hires consultant to search for new city manager
On Aug. 4, the city council approved hiring Seattle-based Prothman Company to conduct the search for a new…
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Federal Way will keep municipal court
By JACINDA HOWARD jhoward@federalwaymirror.com The Federal Way Municipal Court will remain intact. But the city council hopes that…
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Elected mayor initiative rises from the ashes in Federal Way
Federal Way residents, for the second time in as many years, may soon be asked to vote on…
Life
Car wash pollution and the numbers to prove it
For years, environmentalists have told the public that washing their cars in the driveway is detrimental to local…
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What’s in store for outdated Dumas Bay Centre?
Just a few months ago, it seemed Dumas Bay Centre was doomed. Now the city is seeking creative…
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Federal Way prepares its own Hanson Dam flood plan
Howard Hanson Dam flood precautions are not limited to cities in the Green River Valley. While the U.S.…
Business
Federal Way Village: Mixed-use project seeks state funds
On Aug. 4, the Federal Way City Council will decide whether to pursue state funds that could push…
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Federal Way judicial candidates face off in forum for primary election
Candidates for the Federal Way Municipal Court judge position one faced off during a forum July 22 at…
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Consultants report favorably on Federal Way performing arts and cultural center
On July 21, the city council heard results confirming that a performing arts, cultural and conference center could…
Business
Federal Way car dealership falls victim to the economy
A vacant lot, bolted gates and years of memories are what remain of the long-standing Pacific Coast Ford…
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Regional jail nears groundbreaking in South King County
The multi-jurisdictional SCORE jail facility is within months of groundbreaking. The cities of Federal Way, Renton, Auburn, Burien,…
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Man sentenced in Federal Way woman’s murder
Joseph N. Njonge was sentenced July 20 to 200 months in prison for the murder of Federal Way…
Life
Faith-based organizations network in the name of community service
Federal Way’s faith-based organizations are full of aspiring ideas and much-desired resources. However, long-term partnerships and a central…
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Gang activity declines amid extra patrols in Federal Way
Federal Way police continue to focus their efforts on decreasing gang and youth violence. The gang unit’s ongoing…
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Wastemobile’s new location serves South King County
Federal Way residents no longer have to wait for a periodic wastemobile event to discard hazardous materials. Beginning…
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City council scraps street widening projects, seeks construction criteria
When it comes to Federal Way’s capital road improvement projects, aesthetics ought to be considered alongside functionality. On…