Two young people share the question from their community at the candidate forum hosted by Mujer al Volante in 2023. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way candidate forum will include interpreters and more

Oct. 8 event is a partnership between the Mirror and the nonprofit Mujer Al Volante in an effort…

Alderbrook Park in Federal Way is being considered for renaming to celebrate the legacy of John and Mary Conna, who are important figures in Federal Way’s history. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Alderbrook Park one step closer to honoring a local legacy

Proposal for “Conna Park” would pay tribute to a Federal Way pioneer.

Guests voted for their favorite restaurant at The Taste of Federal Way in this photo from the 2023 event. The event concludes with awards given by judges as well as for People’s Choice, based on votes dropped in these boxes throughout the day. File photo

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Taste of Federal Way returns Sept. 28

Annual event raises money for local nonprofits who partner with each restaurant.

Volunteers work to clear out trash and debris from within the Hylebos wetlands. From left to right: Don Palumbo, Craig Patrick, Trace Palumbo and Juan Juarez. Photo provided by Stand Up Federal Way Community.

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Community group tackles trash problem in wetlands

Stand Up Federal Way Community focuses on cleaning up encampments and more.

Katya Wojcik, cofounder and executive director of Project Be Free, and Landon Meyer of the Kent Police Department, connect with other leaders at the South King County City Leaders Breakfast on Sept. 10. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Task force continues its work to reduce domestic violence

Federal Way Police Department took 787 case reports on domestic violence related incidents in 2023.

Todd Jarvis, president of DBM Contractors, speaks at the Federal Way City Council meeting on Sept. 17 during public comment. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Light rail development concerns longtime Federal Way contractor

DBM Contractors Incorporated are located at 1220 S. 356th St. in Federal Way

The first class of participants in September 2023 celebrates finishing the class. Photo provided by the city of Federal Way.

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Federal Way offers free financial literacy classes to the public

The series runs Sept. 26 to Nov. 21 on Thursdays.

Sound Transit interim CEO Goran Sparrman thanks Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell for the city’s partnership on Sound Transit projects during a town hall on Sept. 5. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Sound Transit leader gives updates on Federal Way’s future light rail

Federal Way Link Light Rail Extension expected to open in spring 2026.

Campaign manager of Flavors Hook Kids WA Andrew Estep bought this strawberry blowpop flavored vape that includes a built-in video game online. He said there was no age or ID check on delivery, although tobacco products are illegal for those under the age of 21 in Washington state. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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New coalition targets vape use in Washington

“If this is not something directly targeted to children, I don’t know what is.”

Lt. Ann Hoag of South King Fire is part of Puget Sound Firefighters Pipes and Drums and performed after a moment of silence at the 9/11 memorial tribute event this year. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way honors 9/11 survivors and first responders | Photos

Tribute was hosted at South King Fire Station 64.

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…

Photo provided by Friendship Theatre. 
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.