Volunteer Denise Ward hands a frozen chicken to a guest at the Multi-Service Center food bank. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror.

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Holiday giving is already under way in Federal Way

There are many Federal Way organizations that are putting together food, resources, toys and more — and it…

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One aspect of House of Mercy’s support and recovery is the fellowship of others who are also facing similar challenges.

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Grant bolsters mission for House of Mercy in Federal Way

Charity supports recently incarcerated individuals.

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Federal Way police shoot man during domestic violence call

A man with a knife came out of the front door and rushed the officers, according to police.

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Jasmine Lopez shared her story at public comment during the Federal Way City Council meeting Nov. 8 as part of the renter’s coalition.

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Federal Way renters seek more protection from city

Coalition addresses obstacles such as more notice on rent increases and limits on late fees.

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Photos of Sarah Yarborough.

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Federal Way teen’s case will be featured on ‘48 Hours’

The Federal Way community found some sense of relief this past June when the killer of teen Sarah…

Principal of OneTrent Development Trent Mummery answers questions about the Town Center 3 development project at the special council session on Nov. 9. (Photo provided by City of Federal Way)

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Developer explores scenarios for city center project in Federal Way

Town Center 3 proposal would transform site of former Target building.

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U.S. Navy Damage Controlman 3rd Class Stephanie Rowe, from Federal Way, Washington, refills SCBA bottles following a firefighting drill aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) while in port at Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton, Washington, Oct. 18, 2023. Nimitz is in port conducting routine operations. (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out security badges.)

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Federal Way local serves in the Navy

U.S. Navy Damage Controlman 3rd Class Stephanie Rowe, from Federal Way, Washington, refills SCBA bottles following a firefighting…

An engraved stone at the current veterans memorial in Federal Way. File photo

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New memorials honor veterans in Federal Way, surrounding area

The Federal Way Veterans Monument, situated near the Performing Arts and Event Center (PAEC), plans to set up…

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Several members of the Muckleshoot Tribe join the Federal Way City Council and Mayor Jim Ferrell following a proclamation honoring November as Native American History Month.

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Proclamation honors November as Native American History Month

Federal Way City Council also discusses police pursuits and legislative priorities.

King County elections drop box. (File photo)

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Federal Way City Council and School Board election results

Incumbents kept their seats, according to preliminary results.

Dale and Denise Pac in front of their family home. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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A lifesaving match made right here in Federal Way

Unlikely kidney transplant shows these high school sweethearts were meant to be together.

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Pedestrian struck by three vehicles on Pacific Highway South

Witness: “I saw a pedestrian that had not only been hit by a car, but ran over and…

HealthPoint offers many resources, including several school based health centers. Ally Cruz was available to answer questions about accessing resources through these clinics or the main HealthPoint clinic as well. (Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror)

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Resource Fair helps community members with basic life necessities

“Someone can walk in here with nothing and leave with a phone, go to Orion for a job,…

The storefront of the Poverty Bay Cafe by FUSION was damaged by a vehicle early Oct. 27. Photo provided by FUSION.

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Suspects crash into Poverty Bay Cafe

“Once they realized there’s nothing here to take, they grabbed two Cokes, got back in the truck, and…

Lakehaven Water and Sewer District’s brand new headquarters. (Photo courtesy of Lakehaven)

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Lakehaven fined for 2022 pollution from Redondo treatment plant

Dept. of Ecology is penalizing the district for unlawfully polluting state waters, discharging effluent in an unpermitted area,…

Jacqueline Garcia Castillo and her team at Mujer Al Volante watch Federal Way City Council candidates as the speak to voters at a forum on Wednesday. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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‘A driver’s license can change the life of a woman’

Mujer Al Volante director and founder Jacqueline Garcia Castillo is The Mirror’s Hometown Hero for October.

Federal Way police vehicle. (File photo)

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FW police warn public about purse snatchers

Victims tend to be seniors in grocery store parking lots.

Rose Ehl, Dave Ehl and Karla Kolibab, founders of the Federal Way Farmers Market, accepted a Key to the City from Mayor Jim Ferrell. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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FW City Council update: Domestic violence, inclusivity

Here’s a roundup from the Oct. 17 meeting at City Hall.

Representatives from South King Firefighters Foundation, Valley Professional Firefighters (firefighters from Valley Regional Fire Authority), Kent Firefighters Foundation (firefighters from Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority), Des Moines Police Officers Guild, and Federal Way Police Officers Guild. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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First responders team up for crucial diaper drive

The Children’s Home Society of Washington initially reached out to the South King Firefighters Foundation to ask for…

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Kirsten York.

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New CEO takes the reins at Multi-Service Center

Kirsten York replaces outgoing CEO Robin Corak.