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Winter Glow at PowellsWood Garden lights up holiday season

Winter Glow is from 4:30-9 p.m. Dec. 8-12; Dec. 15-19; and Dec. 22-23. Online ticket purchase and time…

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Contractor shoots car prowlers at Federal Way apartment complex

23-year-old female suspect shot in lower back, male suspect not located.

Co-leaders Betty Clifford, far right, and Marjorie Simpson, second from right, meet with Roger Flygare, Capt. Brad Chaney and Hanna Bailey of Quixote Communities on Dec. 1 to donate handmade items to organizations serving the local area. Photo courtesy of Terry Johnson of St. Luke's Lutheran Church

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St. Luke’s Church Needlers follow a pattern of giving

A small group of women are making a difference one thread at a time in Federal Way.

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Sound Transit to host community meeting with Federal Way light rail plaza artist

Community members can virtually meet artist Donald Lipski, learn about his design processes and share thoughts about incoming…

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Graduates of the Credible Messenger Green Hill School pilot program, in green polos, proudly celebrate with the program’s mentors after the ceremony on Friday, June 21, 2019. Progress Pushers Founder Eddie Purpose is pictured second from left.

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Progress Pushers empowers youth with a purpose

Federal Way-based organization receives $200K from King County to shape anti-racist agenda

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Funding boosts career training programs for South King County students

Students can graduate with their diploma and a trade industry certification.

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Seven cities in South King County have a contract with the SCORE (South Correctional Entity) jail in Des Moines.

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Federal Way returns to SCORE Jail with new agreement

Federal Way City Council approves $175,000 jail services contract which guarantees three inmate beds for $128 per day.

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Multiple gun threats on Thanksgiving | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Nov. 24-29

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South King Fire to host Santa parade, canned food drive this weekend

Parade to visit Federal Way Friday, Dec. 4 and Sunday, Dec. 6; Des Moines Saturday, Dec. 5 and…

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4 men rob pawn shop at gunpoint

Police still searching for suspects.

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Girl, 9, shot in stomach in Federal Way

Family reports the shooting was accidental; police investigating.

South King Tool Library Executive Director Amanda Miller stands in front of the tool library located at 1700 S. 340th Street in Federal Way. Courtesy photo

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Local Federal Way organizations to support on Giving Tuesday

The first Tuesday after Thanksgiving is GivingTuesday, and provides a chance for you to support your local community…

FUSION Executive Board Chair David Harrison stands in Poverty Bay Cafe amid renovations on Nov. 16. The cafe and coffee business was donated to FUSION, who will now use the site as a job skill training option for individuals experiencing homelessness. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Poverty Bay Cafe owners donate business to FUSION

Though a beloved local business is now in the hands of Federal Way nonprofit FUSION, Poverty Bay Cafe…

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From coffee cart to community cornerstone

“I am the unintentional entrepreneur,” says Poverty Bay Coffee Company owner.

Tom Sites, 74, waves to a passing car while on his usual litter-picking route along SW 320th Street in Federal Way on Nov. 23. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Hometown Hero: Turkey Tom brightens Federal Way streets

After battling the coronavirus earlier this year, Tom Sites, 74, is still en route to city cleanliness and…

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Mayor launches Shop Local campaign to support Federal Way businesses

About 40 local restauranteurs met virtually on Friday morning to discuss concerns.

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Man tied up, kidnapped near Gateway Center | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Nov. 18-23

World Vision Corporate Engagement Director Samantha King, left, and Chip-in Founder Gerald Smiley pause for a photo while providing turkeys, fresh food kits, PPE and school supplies to more than 300 local families at Federal Way High School on Nov. 23. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Fundraiser leads to 300 turkeys for Federal Way families

Former MLB player, World Vision partner to provide turkeys, resources

Jaden McDaniels pictured at a Federal Way High School game vs. Rogers High School in February 2019. Photo courtesy of Senad Tiric

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Federal Way’s Jaden McDaniels drafted to NBA

The FWHS graduate was drafted to the Minnesota Timberwolves as the 28th pick overall.

Seven cities in South King County have a contract with the SCORE (South Correctional Entity) jail in Des Moines. Courtesy photo

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Federal Way considers returning to SCORE jail

After departure finalized in Jan.2020, new possible contract city agreement would result in three inmate beds for approximately…