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Screenshot of a previous quarterly meeting with Federal Way’s elected officials and the Black community.

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Federal Way’s people of color seek a voice at the table

Zoom meeting focuses on equity and concerns with the city.

An artist's conception of the proposed sculpture to be placed in the pedestrian plaza of the incoming Federal Way Link Extension.

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Federal Way City Council unanimously opposes possible elephant structure

The proposed art piece will be on display near the incoming Sound Transit Federal Way Link Extension station.

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PAEC voting center sees nearly 800 voters on Election Day

30th Legislative District sees 79% voter turnout, as of Nov. 4.

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Democrats ahead in 30th District State Representative positions

Early results show Jamila Taylor with 59% of votes in Position 1, Jesse Johnson with 62% of votes…

Congressman Adam Smith. Courtesy photo

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Incumbent Adam Smith winning 9th Congressional District seat

Smith (D) received 76% of votes; opponent Doug Basler (R) behind with 23% of votes.

SKFR engine. Mirror file photo

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Several South King Fire personnel in quarantine after COVID-19 exposure

1 IT employee tested positive on Oct. 27; no firefighters exposed.

Leandra Craft with her husband, Chris, and their daughter. Courtesy of Tanya Lam Photography in Federal Way

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Q&A: Leandra Craft talks council, representation and vision with the Mirror

Leandra Craft is the newest member of Federal Way City Council.

Joseph S. Bowman IV

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Hometown Hero: Federal Way pastor appointed to Highline College Board of Trustees

Pastor Joe Bowman’s Integrity Life Church in Federal Way has fed 4,500 people during pandemic.

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Motorcyclist in serious condition after driver fails to yield while making left turn

The accident occurred around 3:15 p.m. near 21st Avenue SW and SW Campus Drive in Federal Way.

More than 80 volunteers showed up to help clean up Federal Way on a misty Saturday, Oct. 17. Photo courtesy of the City of Federal Way

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Federal Way hires 2 litter control positions

More than 80 people attended the Oct. 17 Clean Up Federal Way! event.

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7 school security cameras spray painted | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Oct. 21-26.

A die-hard local news supporter reads the Federal Way Mirror in October 2019. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Healthy Halloween: Safe, socially distanced events to celebrate in Federal Way

Enjoy a drive-thru Trunk or Treat, a costume contest at the farmers market, a candy chute at a…

Actors Tom Livingston, left, and Jacob Tice rehearse a scene from Theatre Magic. Courtesy photo

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Centerstage Theatre hosts first production of the season

Theatre Magic (And Other Things We Need) premieres Sunday, Oct. 25.

Photo courtesy of Cinemark Theatres

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Cinemark reopens Century Federal Way movie theater

Masks required, seats are sanitized between showings and no free refills.

An artist’s conception of the proposed sculpture to be placed in the pedestrian plaza of the incoming Federal Way Link Extension.

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Elephant sculpture among Sound Transit’s proposed public artwork designs

Designed by Donald Lipski, the concept reflects Federal Way’s rich diversity.

Federal Way Public Schools headquarters. File photo

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$425K settlement paid in Federal Way school district sex scandal lawsuit

$3.5 million tort claim was filed against basketball coach and district in 2018.

Dr. Michelle Haslinger. Photo courtesy of CHI Franciscan

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‘We’ve cured you of your cancer’

Breast surgery oncologist starts her career at St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way

Clockwise from top left: Jamila Taylor, Jack Walsh, Jesse Johnson, and Martin Moore discuss a range of topics at the Mirror's virtual forum on Oct. 14.

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30th District candidates discuss COVID-19, police accountability in Mirror’s virtual forum

Martin Moore faces Jamila Taylor for Position 1, while incumbent Jesse Johnson faces Jack Walsh for Position 2.

Leandra Craft, bottom right, swears in to Federal Way City Council Position 5 virtually around 10:45 p.m. on Oct. 15.

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Leandra Craft selected to fill Federal Way City Council Position 5

After three split votes, Mayor Jim Ferrell made the final decision.

Customers wait to order from Piroshky Piroshky at the PAEC (31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S.) Photo courtesy of Brian Hoffman

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Food truck program brings diverse, delicious meals to PAEC

Lunchtime offerings will be available through November in Federal Way.