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Members of the cabinet for FWPS prepare to deliver their annual back to school updates of the areas of school service that they oversee. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang /The Mirror.

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First school board meeting of the year highlights growth

About 400 more students have enrolled at Federal Way Public Schools this year.

Even with a line outside and a parade of event-goers moving from booth to booth to get their array of food, the tables were full of happy guests at Taste of Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang/The Mirror

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Taste of Federal Way sees its biggest turnout yet | Photos

Judges awarded first place to K.C. Deez BBQ for their pulled pork sliders.

Helena Reynolds introduces Mary Anne Hamilton via zoom as she shares some of her life stories through an event at Curves in Federal Way. Mary Anne Hamilton is the great-great granddaughter-in-Law of the U.S Founding Father Alexander Hamilton and has recently published a book about her life called “Destined to be a Hamilton.” Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror.

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“Destined to be a Hamilton” explores life of Founding Father’s descendent

Helena Reynolds is a Federal Way community member who partnered with Mary Anne Hamilton to write the book…

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Federal Way man sentenced for 2020 Seattle shooting

A 44-year-old Federal Way man has been sentenced for a murder charge after a fatal shooting in Seattle…

Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror
The corner outside the Day Center, 33505 13th Pl. S., where a woman recently lived in a shelter made from umbrellas.

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Day Center’s trash and troubles draw criticism

Federal Way leaders and community members discuss issues surrounding homeless people who use the facility.

New Federal Way police officers pose with the City Council after being sworn in. Photo provided by the city of Federal Way.

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Council celebrates new Federal Way police officers

Community Center pool re-opens; concerns voiced about Steel Lake’s water quality.

Hassan Obabunmi, left, and Masih Rahmani prepare marinated chicken skewers for Mama Stortini’s entry at the Taste of Federal Way in 2022. File photo.

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The Taste of Federal Way returns Sept. 23

Event includes a performance by Federal Way’s Got Talent winner Aimee Vanessa Coronado Bravo.

After a moment of silence, Puget Sound Pipes and Drums performed in honor of those that had fallen. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Never forget: Federal Way hosts tribute to those who died in 9/11

Ceremony at South King Fire Station 64 marks 22nd anniversary of terrorist attacks.

The west entrance where a truck backed into the Twin Lakes Safeway is currently boarded up. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Suspects do a ‘smash and grab’ by crashing truck into Twin Lakes Safeway

Three individuals robbed the Twin Lakes Safeway in the early hours of Saturday morning (Sept. 9) by backing…

Several members of the Abnek family. Photo provided by Stephanie Abnek.

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Community’s quick action saves life of drive-by shooting victim

Incident took place near a youth football practice in Federal Way: “I thought it was a flat tire,…

Judge Dave Larson shares an update about Therapeutic Courts Interagency Agreement. (Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror)

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City council roundup: Day Center’s troubles, FWPD’s partnership

Mayor Jim Ferrell also commends Kristen Speakman for putting together the Back to School Haircuts event at Town…

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Burglar caught after leaping through broken window | Federal Way Police Blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log from August 30 - September 5

Showcase artists Sahanie Shell, Tazz Enrico, Jade, O.Z. and Yung Shaedy in the dressing room of the Knutzen Family Theater preparing for their performance. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Young music artists showcase their talents in Federal Way

The Artist Workshop “teaches practical applications to give performing artists, as well as budding entrepreneurs, a solid foundation…

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Youth Director Fiona Okech does the honors of feeding the birthday girl her first bite. Fiona and Sharlene went to school together in Kenya 9 years ago and the two friends were reunited here in South King County this year when their mothers reconnected.

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What does pulling ivy have to do with mental health?

African Young Dreamers Empowerment Program International creates spaces for youth to learn, bond and grow.

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South King Fire engine door with logo that includes their (official) new name.

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New chief, new name and more at South King Fire

Captain Dave Van Valkenburg has been named as the interim fire chief.

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The Lions Club Car Show.

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Federal Way Community Calendar: 9/11 memorial

Family events and more in Federal Way.