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Sharon Gentry is the owner of Curves, Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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All-women’s gym opens new spot in Federal Way

“Most of our women want to be strong, want to be healthier,” said Curves owner Sharon Gentry.

Vickie Chynoweth, Assistant Manager of the Federal Way Farmers Market, asks the city leadership to support the healthy seniors program at the Aug. 12 meeting. Photo by Bruce Honda

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City expands access to food vouchers for seniors

City leadership has expanded the number of seniors who will have access to fresh, healthy food through the…

Rob McPherson as the Drunken Tenor. Courtesy photo.

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Opera star from Federal Way finds the right funny mix

Rob McPherson and Opera Unbound embrace the unconventional.

Jennifer Ramirez Robson, Chief Program Officer for Northwest Center, and Councilmember Lydia Assefa-Dawson hold the Disability Pride Proclamation at the Aug. 12 City Council meeting. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Council awards contract for ADA retrofits in city center

The Federal Way City Council shared a proclamation for Disability Pride Month at its Aug. 12 meeting, recognizing…

Federal Way community members enjoyed performances at the annual Federal Way Community Festival on Aug. 9 at Town Square Park. Photo by Shelley Pauls.

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Music and more highlight Federal Way Community Festival

The Federal Way Community Festival returned this year on Aug. 9 at Town Square Park.

Rebecca Martin describes the impacts of inflow and outflow of Federal Way workers and job opportunities on local business at the State of the Chamber luncheon on Aug. 6. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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FW Chamber CEO: “We are a community with an entrepreneurial mindset”

State of the Chamber discusses economic development and potential in Federal Way.

The Table gives out free backpacks at last year’s Back-to-School Bash. Photo provided by the Table.

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Free back-to-school resources in Federal Way

Haircuts, school supplies, food and more will be available for families.

Day trips are just one of the many fun activities offered by the Federal Way Community Center inclusive recreation program, like this recent sewing class activity. When it comes to programs like Safe Return and other proactive programs, Inclusion Coordinator Sabrina Bates says “the more we practice inclusion, the stronger and safer our whole community becomes.” Photo courtesy of the city of Federal Way.

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Safe Return program protects the vulnerable in Federal Way

Database helps police find adults or children who become lost.

Vinnie, Fawn L. and Nea celebrating Pride at Town Square Park on Aug. 2. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way Pride 2025 celebrates diversity and more

Event was held at Town Square Park for the first time.

The Federal Way Community Festival is coming back noon to 6 p.m. Aug. 9 at Town Square Park. At last year’s community festival, the electric slide and the cupid shuffle got everyone involved in the fun. Photo by Bruce Honda

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10 things to do in Federal Way before the summer ends

There is still at least a month left to enjoy summer in Federal Way.

From left to right: Medichael Mereste, Beatrice Kiraguri, Fiona Okech, Lilian Mburu, Owate Benea, Trina Wamunyu and Sincyere Bell. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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AYDEPI founder empowers Federal Way youth

Beatrice Kiraguri is the Mirror’s Hometown Hero for July.

Rev. Katie Klosterman leads the congregation at Browns Point United Methodist and Rev. Karen Yokota-Love lives in Federal Way, but leads the Blaine Memorial Methodist Church in Seattle. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Faith leaders stand up for Federal Way immigrant community

The threat of deportation or detention further complicates the journey toward citizenship.

Federal Way is not currently under a tsunami watch according to NOAA. Screenshot of the live tsunami map from https://tsunami.gov/

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Tsunami watch issued in WA. What does it mean for Federal Way?

A tsunami watch has been issued for Washington, but what does that mean for Federal Way?

The South Link Connections Phase 3 Proposed Transit from King County Metro includes changes meant to provide greater transit coverage, improved early morning and nighttime service, faster travel times with and beyond the project area, improved east-west connections and increased weekend service especially on Sundays. Graphic courtesy of King County Metro.

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Light rail station to open ‘late this year’ in Federal Way

King County Metro is finalizing changes to bus service.

Kids learn about safety and bike maintenance at the Mirror Lake Bike Safety Day in May 2025. Photo by Shelley Pauls.

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Federal Way bike safety event returns July 26

This is the second summer that We Love Our City has hosted this free community event in Federal…

FUSION also provides temporary severe weather shelter when necessary, on top of their other programs to help Federal Way community members escape homelessness. This photo is from their temporary warming shelter in early 2025 at the Pete Andersen FUSION Family Center. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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FUSION faces rising costs while supporting homeless community

FUSION’s annual summer gala fundraiser is Aug. 9 at Dumas Bay Centre.

In other council news: New police officers were sworn in at the July 15 Federal Way City Council meeting. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way’s legislators share wins from latest session

30th District legislators presented a summary of the 2025 regular legislative session to the Federal Way City Council.

Volunteers work together at the Light of Christ Community Garden as part of the City Serve Day led by We Love Our City Federal Way. This is the 11th year of the event and it took place on July 12, 2025. Photo courtesy of We Love Our City Federal Way

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Volunteers come together to spruce up Federal Way

Annual service event is organized by We Love Our City.

Soccer stars mingled with crowds of fans and community members from all over the United States, Canada and the world at the Ethiopia Day event as part of the soccer tournament in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang/the Mirror

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Soccer tournament draws thousands to Federal Way

Ethiopian Sports Federation of North America (ESFNA) hosts annual sporting and cultural fest.

Horizon Roofing staff work on the Denny Cabin roof replacement outside West Hylebos Wetlands Park, 411 S. 348th St. Photo credit: Rob Rostad, provided by the Historical Society of Federal Way

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Makeover of Federal Way’s historic cabins begins

The roof of the Denny Cabin was replaced, and plans are in progress to do the same for…