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Judy Kimes speaks out at public comment about the rent increase at Belmor Mobile Home Park that she said will negatively impact residents. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Rent increases rattle Belmor Mobile Home Park residents

Other issues at the mobile home park were noted, including concern about homeless individuals causing issues within the…

Key Compounding Pharmacy features a Retail Nutrition Center that is open to the public. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang/The Mirror

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Key Compounding Pharmacy in Federal Way has new owners

Located at 530 S. 336th St., Key Compounding Pharmacy is the first in the state to be accredited…

Driver Engineer Brian Jack heads toward a group of newly graduated probationary firefighters during their post-academy training at South King Fire. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror.

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New firefighters join the ranks at South King Fire

The fire department expects to have over 25,000 calls this year.

Next to the entrance to the Steel Lake Park playground in Federal Way, the inclusive AbilityWhirl can be seen behind fencing, closed off to the public as of July 10, 2024. Photo by Max Burchi / The Mirror.

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The quest for more accessibility at Federal Way parks

City has been working to meet ADA standards, but still has a long way to go.

Many people donated items to the first free market. Photo provided by the Federal Way United Methodist Church

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Church brings back free market for Federal Way community

“Abundant Grace Free Market” will be held from 9 a.m. to noon July 13.

Federal Way police officers investigate a crime scene. File photo

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Investigation reviews FWPD’s crime reporting

Shortage of records staff and an imperfect system lead to errors in how crimes are tracked and coded…

Federal Way Community Center is at 876 S. 333rd St. (File photo)

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UPDATE: Cooling center extended at FW Community Center

Hot temperatures are expected through Monday, July 8.

Dancers at the AYDEPI event on June 29. Photo by Bruce Honda

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‘The Beauty of Our African Roots’

Dozens of students participate in African cultural celebration in Federal Way.

Newly promoted Deputy Chief Casey Jones, Commander Michael Coffey and Lieutenant Joshua McConnell enjoying the celebration of their promotions while new Corporal Blake Losvar receives his pin. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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FW City Council roundup: Six police officers promoted

Also: Fireworks ban, other updates.

Selena Taylor on the bench that honors her son Ezra Taylor, who was killed by gun violence in 2021. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror.

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Family of gun violence victim helps community

At Midway Park in Des Moines, a bench was dedicated to the memory of Ezra Taylor, who died…

The inside of Sound Transit’s light rail Operations and Maintenance Facility in South Seattle. COURTESY PHOTO

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Sound Transit facility slated for megachurch property in Federal Way

South 336th Street location will displace the Christian Faith Center as well as residents and businesses.

December and Keith see the home they will be living in for the next six to nine months for the first time. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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FUSION opens largest home for a family in need

On June 12, a remodeled and refurbished home became the largest in the Federal Way nonprofit organization’s fleet…

Tasha Mae, Adriana Fachiol, Amber Bruce, Aliyah Lawson and Jerica Huang show off the gowns at The Empress Suite at the store’s launch on Saturday, June 8. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Federal Way boutique offers dresses for all women

The Empress Suite hopes to break down barriers.

The Federal Way Thunder team in the Special Olympics gets ready to head into the opening ceremony on Friday, June 7, at Pacific Lutheran University. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Federal Way Thunder qualify at Special Olympics Spring Games

Special Olympics Washington held the State Spring Games from June 7 to June 9. The event brought together…

Weyerhaeuser’s Federal Way headquarters nearing completion in 1971. Photo provided by the Historical Society of Federal Way

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Amazon is coming to former Weyerhaeuser campus

Site is home to Woodbridge Corporate Park.

Like other school community gardens, this one features vegetable plants and flowers as well as some native plants. At the grand opening, community members got to put their creative touch on stones in the community garden. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Community gardens flourish at Federal Way schools

Twin Lakes Elementary celebrates new garden.

Dr. Sonya Mahmood asks how she can support the young people she serves as a doctor who are struggling with risky behaviors. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Conversation focuses on youth and community safety in Federal Way

“Nobody in the room has all the absolute answers.”

The Arts Explosion event returned for the second year May 31-June 2, featuring a juried art contest and more. Pictured: Art filled the lobby of the Performing Arts and Event Center. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Arts Explosion returns to Federal Way for second year

The Arts Explosion event returned for the second year May 31-June 2, featuring a juried art contest and…

Operations Building Rendering provided by the city of Federal Way.

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Council roundup: New maintenance facility, new police

Also: Honoring lifeguards and a pair of proclamations.

Community leaders raise the Pride flag. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Federal Way raises Pride flag at City Hall

“Let’s raise this flag to declare Federal Way a safe, affirming space.”