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Federal Way teachers face wildfire evacuations upon first day of school

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Federal Way teachers face wildfire evacuations upon first day of school

Teaching needs to be a priority, but it’s not the top of the list when you’re trying to…

FWPS cancels first day of school due to widespread power outages

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FWPS cancels first day of school due to widespread power outages

Dozens of Federal Way neighborhoods are without power as of Tuesday morning.

I-5 closures near Federal Way this week for Sound Transit construction

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I-5 closures near Federal Way this week for Sound Transit construction

Two lanes of I-5 will be closed overnight Sept. 9 and 10.

City Council to host special meeting for vacancy applicants

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City Council to host special meeting for vacancy applicants

Each of the 24 applicants will have 5 minutes to share additional information at the 5:30 p.m. virtual…

Photo courtesy of FWPS

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Free meals for kids offered at 65 local locations

Wednesday pick-ups through mid-December in Federal Way, Auburn, Kent and Des Moines.

Fitness 19, located next to Fred Meyer, is among Federal Way gyms that are open for business with social distancing measures in place. Pictured: Staff members Ed Garberg, left, and Agustin Estrada. Andy Hobbs/staff photo

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Workout options, open gyms in Federal Way

Reservation of time slots required at many facilities.

For the love of Steel Lake skatepark

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For the love of Steel Lake skatepark

Federal Way skate shop manager says city underestimates park’s value to the community.

The last supper: Volunteers end Thursday night meals for Federal Way’s homeless

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The last supper: Volunteers end Thursday night meals for Federal Way’s homeless

Federal Way Community Caregiving Network will continue to serve lunches while riding out the pandemic.

Federal Way’s downtown flagpole replaced

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Federal Way’s downtown flagpole replaced

The former flagpole was damaged when a suspected drunk driver crashed into it on Jan. 16.

A birds-eye view of South King County overlooks the city of Federal Way and provides a peek at Mount Rainier in the distance. Photo courtesy of Bruce Honda

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King County Local Services to host town halls for unincorporated areas of Federal Way, Auburn

A town hall for East Federal Way residents is scheduled for 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8

Federal Way murals vandalized in ‘racially motivated’ act

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Federal Way murals vandalized in ‘racially motivated’ act

Artwork was recently installed at Sound Transit’s light rail construction site.

“Clean Up Federal Way!” volunteer event set for Oct. 17

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“Clean Up Federal Way!” volunteer event set for Oct. 17

First official City-sponsored event encouraged residents to donate 30 minutes of volunteerism to celebrate the City’s 30th birthday.

King County councilmember donates $98K to sports organizations in Federal Way, Auburn

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King County councilmember donates $98K to sports organizations in Federal Way, Auburn

Pete von Reichbauer donated the funds to Auburn School District, Federal Way high schools, Federal Way National Little…

The Federal Way City Council chambers. File photo

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24 apply for vacant seat on Federal Way City Council

Interviews to be held this month, date to be announced.

Photo courtesy of the City of Federal Way

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Federal Way Community Center to reopen Sept. 1

Masks required, some amenities still not available

Photo courtesy of Linsay Hill

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Local leader focuses on helping, healing young women of color

The Mirror’s Hometown Hero for August is Linsay Hill

Man arrested for taking photos up women’s skirts, dresses at Costco | Federal Way police blotter

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Man arrested for taking photos up women’s skirts, dresses at Costco | Federal Way police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log.

Man steals $7K diamond necklace from Commons mall store | Federal Way police blotter

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Man steals $7K diamond necklace from Commons mall store | Federal Way police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log.

Fire in vacant Federal Way building deemed arson

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Fire in vacant Federal Way building deemed arson

The building went up in flames around 3 a.m. on Aug. 27.

Federal Way motorcyclist killed in collision along Peasley Canyon Road

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Federal Way motorcyclist killed in collision along Peasley Canyon Road

Douglas Lewis, 63, was killed in a head-on collision by a driver possibly under the influence on Aug.…