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    Public commentor Lana Bostic speaks in support of Councilmember Martin Moore remaining the council president and in support of the student walkouts. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
    Martin Moore ousted as FW City Council president
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • February 11, 2026 11:03 am

    At their meeting Feb. 10, the Federal Way City Council rescinded the vote that made Councilmember Martin Moore president of…

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    Early election results: FWPS levy is passing
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • February 10, 2026 8:25 pm

    Early results of the Feb. 10 special election show the 2026 Federal Way Educational Programs and Operations (EP&O) Levy passing…

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    A student holds a sign that reads “deportation disrupts education” during a student-led protest that began at Federal Way High School. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror.
    Federal Way students protest ICE in walkouts
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • February 9, 2026 5:20 pm

    Hundreds of students led a peaceful demonstration on Feb. 5 from Federal Way High School and another on Feb. 6…

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    Federal Way community members attend the first Working Families Party meeting to take place in the city although the local chapter that represents South King County in general has been active for years. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
    Working Families Party meeting held in Federal Way
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • February 6, 2026 4:30 pm

    The Working Families Party (WFP) of South King County held their first meeting in Federal Way on Jan. 28.

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    Photo by Ben Ray/The Mirror
The intersection at S. 336th St. and 1st Way S. was blocked off for several hours after the officer-involved shooting on Feb. 6, 2026.
    Man dies in officer-involved shooting in Federal Way
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • February 6, 2026 11:52 am

    A man was shot and killed by a Federal Way police officer following an attempted carjacking.

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    Staff of ULMS, local officials and community members and Booker family members join to cut the ribbon for the official opening of the Booker House in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
    Extended Stay America becomes Booker House
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • February 4, 2026 11:30 am

    The 15th Health through Housing in location has already moved over a dozen Federal Way community members off the street.

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    Hussein Ugas is the Executive Director and Co-Founder at Rahma Recovery Center in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
    Hometown Hero: Local recovery center battles addiction through...
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 30, 2026 1:30 am

    Hussein Ugas helped open the state’s first accredited sober living home for East Africans and Muslim men in Federal Way.

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    Sen. Claire Wilson (D-District 30) at the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Education working session on Jan. 15. Screenshot/TVW
    Here’s how child care oversight works in WA
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 28, 2026 4:35 pm

    How does oversight of child care spending actually work in Washington state?

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    Camp Moxy Jo’s hosted a wide variety of concerts and community events during the summer of 2025 in Federal Way. Courtesy photo.
    Camp Moxy Jo’s temporarily shuts down over city...
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 24, 2026 7:30 am

    Throughout the summer of 2025, Camp Moxy Jo’s in Federal Way was buzzing with community-building and fun, from the free…

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    Calvary Lutheran Church, 2415 S. 320th St., is available for shelter starting Thursday, Jan. 22, through the weekend. Courtesy photo
    New location for cold weather shelter due to...
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 22, 2026 4:45 pm

    A cold weather shelter is available to those who need it Thursday, Jan. 22, through this weekend at at Calvary…

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    Federal Way community members and performers mingle onstage after the MLK Day Event in Federal Way, admiring each other’s colorful costumes and regalia. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
    Federal Way dreams of a bright future at...
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 21, 2026 12:11 pm

    Federal Way’s community flame is lit once again after the annual ceremony unique to the city’s event celebrating the legacy…

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    South King Fire Chief Ryan Woodey. Courtesy photo
    South King Fire welcomes Ryan Woodey as new...
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 21, 2026 8:59 am

    South King Fire has a new chief with hometown roots.

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    The Skydio Dock for X10 is one example of what the Drone as First Responder (DFR) docks to be located at City Hall and the Federal Way PAEC will look like. Courtesy photo
    FWPD expects new drone to enhance police services
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 17, 2026 8:00 am

    The Federal Way City Council voted unanimously to approve the implementation of a Drone as First Responder (DFR) program for…

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    FWPS Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer shares the annual update on the school district at the Greater Federal Way Chamber of Commerce luncheon Jan. 7. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
    Superintendent highlights FWPS achievements and levy in annual...
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 10, 2026 7:30 am

    Dr. Pfeiffer lauds early education programs, increased attendance, cellphone policy and more.

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    Sabrina Ibrahimkhail is a local women’s rights activist, writer, poet and businesswoman and the founder and executive director of Afghan Women’s Empowerment in Oregon. Here she shares poetry at Yalda Night on Dec. 20. Courtesy photo.
    Local Afghan community celebrates resilience during Yalda Night
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 10, 2026 1:30 am

    Federal Way community members shared poems and ate traditional treats of pomegranates and homemade cookies at a celebration of Persian…

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    Martin Moore is sworn in as a new member of the Federal Way City Council on Jan. 6 by State Rep. Kristine Reeves (D-District 30). Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
    FW City Council swears in three new members
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 9, 2026 11:30 am

    The first Federal Way City Council meeting of 2026 saw a packed crowd, although it dwindled to only a handful…

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    The city of Federal Way celebrated the opening of three new home-based child care businesses including Mundo de Jugetes, with owner Nidia Hernandez shown here at the ribbon cutting on Dec. 30, 2025. The entrepreneurs were invested in by local program Imagine U and the City of Federal Way. Courtesy photo.
    Viral video sparks harassment at child care businesses...
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 7, 2026 1:20 pm

    A viral video about fraud related to child care subsidies in Minnesota has sparked the harassment of day care operators…

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    Federal Way High School’s Fall 2025 performance of “The Diary of Anne Frank.” Courtesy photo.
    Showcase series supports theater arts for FW students
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 6, 2026 2:05 pm

    There are five chances this month to enjoy the next generation of performance art talent from Federal Way High School…

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    Owners of new Pure Strength Pilates studio celebrate opening their doors with a ribbon cutting and members of the community. Photo by Bruce Honda.
    Federal Way businesses come and go in 2025
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • January 1, 2026 7:00 am

    The year saw several closures amid the opening of new restaurants, grocers and more.

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    Colin Hirsch is the owner of the We Rock the Spectrum gym in Federal Way that focuses on creating a fun and inclusive environment, especially for those with cognitive and developmental disabilities. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
    FW gym becomes lifeline for people with special...
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • December 26, 2025 5:00 pm

    We Rock the Spectrum owner Colin Hirsch is the Mirror’s Hometown Hero for December 2025.

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    Bloodworks does mobile donation drives to help community members donate more conveniently, like this event at St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way on Dec. 18. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / Sound Publishing
    Floods lead to shortage in local blood bank...
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • December 23, 2025 8:58 am

    For those looking to help in the aftermath of the floods in South King County and beyond, donating blood is…

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    Santa and Mrs. Claus bring some magic to the staff and families at St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
    Couple gives back through spreading cheer at St....
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • December 23, 2025 8:38 am

    St. Francis Hospital’s cafeteria was filled with Christmas cheer on Dec. 17 as staff and their families waited their turn…

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    Performers from Northwest Tap Connection perform at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. event in Federal Way in 2025. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
    Commission reveals speaker for 2026 MLK celebration
    By Keelin Everly-Lang • December 21, 2025 7:30 am

    The Federal Way Diversity Commission has announced the speaker for the next Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration and remembrance…

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