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2 kids found wandering along Enchanted Parkway during night | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Oct. 7-13

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BigFoot Java robbed at gunpoint | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Oct. 14-20

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Mistaken identity leads to death of Federal Way student

FWHS senior Damoni Nelson, 17, died on Oct. 2 after he was shot in late September.

From left: Mayor Jim Ferrell, King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer, FUSION Executive Director Robin O'Grady, FUSION Founder Peggy LaPorte, former Speaker Frank Chopp and Sen. Claire Wilson at the ribbon cutting ceremony on Oct. 8 Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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FUSION opens first shelter for homeless families in Federal Way

First families expected to move in around mid-November.

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COVID-19 testing site to open in Federal Way

Federal Way area has King County’s highest number of virus cases, but the least amount of testing.

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FWPS reports 9 COVID-19 infections among staff

Latest case reported to FWPS on Tuesday, Oct. 13.

Arianna Graham enjoys the sun at the Browns Point Lighthouse on Oct. 2. Photo courtesy of Andrea Graham

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Advocates for Arianna: Federal Way girl promotes Down syndrome acceptance

Arianna Graham, 5, spreads ‘Love Landings’ throughout October.

The future Kent/Des Moines light rail station sits along Pacific Highway South across from Highline College. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Sound Transit begins column installation for Federal Way Link Extension

Drill shaft installation began on Oct. 7 at the site of the future Kent/Des Moines station along Pacific…

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Possible human bone found under Federal Way home | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Sept. 23-28

A student places their hand on the car window while talking to third grade teacher Nichole Rutherford at a supplies pick-up day at Lakeland Elementary on Sept. 3. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Online learning to continue through 2020 for FWPS

Federal Way’s COVID-19 rates are too high to return to classrooms yet, superintendent says.

Federal Way native spreads winning smile with winning style

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Federal Way native spreads winning smile with winning style

Hoan Do, an inspirational speaker and Decatur High School grad, is featured on five Lay’s chip flavors.

Photo courtesy of the City of Federal Way                                Mayor Jim Ferrell stands next to the city’s time capsule, set to be buried in November.

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Federal Way time capsule set to open in 2050

Residents, community groups encouraged to contribute artifacts before capsule is buried for 30 years.

Both sides of the cancer fight equation

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Both sides of the cancer fight equation

Federal Way couple endures cancer battles with love, support and optimism.

Man exposes himself in school Zoom meeting | Police blotter

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Man exposes himself in school Zoom meeting | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Sept. 23-28

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Steel Lake Park to reopen Oct. 2

Seven-week closure was prompted by a spike of COVID-19 cases in the South King County area.

Steel Lake Presbyterian Church is hosting a free talk about aging with international award-winning speaker Carl Honoré at 10 a.m. Oct. 3. Honoré is a writer, broadcaster and TED Talks speaker who will explore “the golden age of aging.” Courtesy photo

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Aging as an adventure: Federal Way church to host live talk with Carl Honoré

Free event at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3

Emergency grant brings relief to Bonney Lake wildfire evacuees

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Emergency grant brings relief to Bonney Lake wildfire evacuees

The Mirror’s Hometown Hero for September is Federal Way Lions Club member Jan Barber

Free community mental health day in Federal Way

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Free community mental health day in Federal Way

Free mental health services, COVID-19 testing from 2-7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 at the PAEC

Two puppies stolen from Federal Way home | Police blotter

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Two puppies stolen from Federal Way home | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Sept. 15-22.

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Fred Hutch seeks volunteers of color for COVID-19 study

Research company recently released a Spanish-language version of the website for accessibility, inclusivity.