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Technology levies: A look back on upgrades in Federal Way schools

As the Feb. 9 ballot deadline draws near for the Federal Way School District technology levy, it is…

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School district moves ahead with Norman Center property

The Federal Way School Board received no community input on funding options for the Norman Center last week.…

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Schools will upgrade an outdated phone system

After 14 years, the Federal Way School District is finally upgrading its phones. The current system, installed in…

An injured Haiti earthquake survivor is being treated for his injuries Jan. 19. World Vision is sending medial assistance and supplies to Haiti to assist with the relief efforts.

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Haiti fundraisers continue at Federal Way schools

Several schools are still holding fundraisers to help the people of Haiti, who were devastated this month by…

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Highline and Federal Way schools offer head start for college

Highline Community College and Federal Way Public Schools have teamed up once again. This time the partnership hopes…

Adelaide Elementary School teacher Jake Booker credits classroom technology such as the ActiveBoard (shown above) for improving the performance of his entire second-grade class. All of his students are now meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

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Technology bridges achievement gaps in Federal Way schools

New technology has brought about the end of an old problem. Jake Booker’s second grade class at Adelaide…

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South King Fire Department saves thousands on boat repairs

The bad news is that South King Fire and Rescue's fire boat is out of service. The good…

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Federal Way schools join effort to aid Haiti earthquake victims

The images coming back from Haiti show massive devastation, chaos and death. With a showing of these images,…

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Federal Way nightclub catches heat from fire marshals

A Federal Way nightclub had a run-in with fire marshals. Tao Restaurant and Lounge, 30333 Pacific Highway S.…

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Suspect identified in Federal Way house party shooting

Two people were shot, one fatally, in Federal Way on Sunday. Police responded at 4:27 a.m. to a…

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99 Bottles hosts ‘beerday’ bash Jan. 20

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In memory of Leticia: School pays tribute to Federal Way teen’s life

Leticia Granados — “Lety” as her friends and family called her — passed away on Wednesday night, Jan.…

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Federal Way’s specialty beer store, 99 Bottles, will be celebrating its third year of business with cake and…

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Legislator joins latest effort to reform school funding

State Rep. Skip Priest (R-District 30) attended Tuesday’s school board meeting to give an update about the legislative…

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State of the Schools: Superintendent highlights Federal Way’s challenges

There were some laughs and quite a few tears as Superintendent Tom Murphy gave his last “State of…

Becci Crowe kneels with two baby elephants at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust in Kenya. The babies’ mothers were killed by poachers

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Artist brings African journeys to Federal Way

She’s been up close and personal with mountain gorillas, cheetahs, elephants and natives. Now she is bringing those…

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School tech levy: Feb. 9 ballot measure draws support and opposition

Federal Way residents have a decision to make. The Federal Way School District has a tech levy on…

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Federal Way schools brace for lean budget, House Bill 1776

As the legislative session gets ready to kick off on Monday, Federal Way School District officials are watching…

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In memory of former Federal Way fire chief Bob Hash

Longtime firefighter and former Federal Way fire chief Bob Hash died on Dec. 31, 2009. He was 75…

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Grants target energy efficiency at Federal Way schools

Federal Way School District has received a financial boon. The district was one of 15 school districts in…