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Kerry Bellessa with his dad, Clark Bellessa (Federal Way resident) and brother Aaron Bellessa (Seattle resident) when they visited on set. Photo by Shaun Greenspan

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Federal Way filmmaker prepares to launch ‘Amber Alert’

Kerry Bellessa grew up renting movies from Cousin’s Video near Hoagie’s Corner, sneaking into Gateway Theater to watch…

Community member Barbara Marsh spoke up about a concern over RV regulations in Federal Way and her feedback is now being implemented in a law change. Photo by Bruce Honda.

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City council reviews crime stats and RV ordinance

Community member Barbara Marsh, who has spoken at public comment about city’s RV ordinance in the past, specifically…

Art shown at Gallery K features a variety of Korean artists. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Gallery K brings Korean art, culture to Federal Way

In an unassuming strip mall in Federal Way, the city’s only art gallery gained international attention when it…

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Cheerleaders in a performance of Grease in 2011.

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Friendship Theatre: Federal Way’s most unique stage production

Director Sharon Boyle said when she first heard Madison Taylor sing, “I actually got chills just listening to…

Julie Walker shared a suggestion that ultimately transformed into the closet when she joined Wayside UCC. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Open Doors Sharing Closet opens at Federal Way church

The closet is a free clothing source for the trans community and others.

Sarah Ann Hamilton is the Director of Survivor Services at The More We Love. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way human trafficking survivor now helps others escape

‘Poverty is our biggest trafficker,’ says Mirror’s Hometown Hero for August.

The corner outside the Day Center, 33505 13th Pl. S., as seen in 2023, where a woman had lived in a shelter made from umbrellas. Mirror file photo

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Homelessness in South King County: Tale of two cities

Federal Way’s neighboring municipality sets one example to follow when addressing the local homelessness crisis.

Asiyah Davis and Catrice Dennis in front of their mobile classroom: a bus painted with colorful and positive illustrations. Photos by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Education enrichment program offers encouragement, options

Traveling teacher emphasizes wellness to create confident lifelong learners.

A recreational vehicle in the parking lot of a public park in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Council moves toward amendment for RV rules

New Federal Way city code would prohibit parking of motorhomes on city streets in residential areas.

Federal Way staff of Red Canoe showing their backpack donation to the 2023 drive. Employees overall make up one of the largest group of donors. Photo provided by Red Canoe

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Fill the Canoe fundraiser still runs strong in Federal Way

Donate school supplies for local youth by Friday, Aug. 16.

The electric slide and the cupid shuffle got everyone involved in the fun at the Federal Way Community Festival. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Festival returns after three-year hiatus | Photos

“This is what community looks like.”

Recycling interns meet with staff at Trader Joe’s grocery store in Federal Way to share tips on sorting waste. Photo provided by WM

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Grocery stores adapt to new organic waste regulations

The change came as part of a law related to methane emissions in Washington state.

The El Centro Skate Rink will now be partially powered by solar panels on the roof through a grant from Puget Sound Energy. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Solar panels help El Centro Skate Rink save money

“We want Federal Way to know that El Centro de la Raza is for all people.”

Local leaders cut the ribbon Aug. 6 for a new license plate scanning camera that is intended to increase public safety in the Westridge neighborhood in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way neighborhood embraces license plate reading cameras

Westridge HOA is among those celebrating National Night Out on Aug. 6.

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South King Fire’s new benefit charge is passing | Primary election 2024

Preliminary results after 8 p.m. Aug. 6 are showing 65.43% percent voting yes out of 16,130 total votes…

Arleen Marston is the wellness programming manager at PICA-WA. At their third annual health and resource fair July 31 in Federal Way, free mammograms were offered in the truck behind her. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Pacific Islanders in Federal Way come together to battle barriers

The Pacific Islander Community Association of Washington hosts their third annual resource fair

Candidate Dave Reichert stands with service providers who spoke at his press conference on Wednesday, July 31, at FUSION Family Center in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Reichert talks homelessness during campaign stop in FW

Candidate for governor endorses executive order made by California Gov. Gavin Newsom.

One of the latest offerings in the Inclusive Recreation program at the Federal Way Community Center is Sit and Fit, where participants make exercise fun by adding pom-poms and rock music. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Accessible recreation beyond parks in Federal Way

A variety of health, fitness and recreation programs for people with disabilities break down barriers in Federal Way.

King County ballot dropbox. Courtesy photo

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Federal Way group urges voters to educate themselves before elections

Federal Way’s SWEEP group focuses on Project 2025 and more.

FUSION’s 2023 summer gala was held Aug. 2 at Dumas Bay Centre. The theme was “A Tropical Paradise.” The annual fundraiser netted about $405,000 this year before expenses. Proceeds go toward helping homeless families find housing in the Federal Way area. Mirror file photo

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FUSION: Breaking barriers and lifting up families since 1993

Local nonprofit organization will host annual summer arts gala fundraiser Aug. 7 at Dumas Bay Centre.