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Volunteers complete a concrete ramp May 15 at Saan Ching Saeteurn's home in Federal Way as part of the annual Rampathon effort.

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Rampathon helps disabled Federal Way man access his own front door

Every year, the Master Builders Care Foundation presents its Rampathon, in which free access ramps are designed and…

David Beamer sings the national anthem May 12 while Scott Haines

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Let’s roll: Todd Beamer’s parents advocate for Flight 93 memorial

A sparse but attentive crowd turned out to listen to David and Peggy Beamer, parents of the namesake…

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‘Sexting’ and your teen: Know the consequences | Sex in the Suburbs

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A model walks the runway at the Cherish event.

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Cherish breakfast: Food, faith and fashion

Fashion, faith and food were on the agenda at the Cherish breakfast held May 9. The annual event…

The Haughland family

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Foster parents count their blessings

It’s chaos most days at the Haugland house — but Kathy and Irwin wouldn’t have it any other…

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A recent study by the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy and CosmoGirl.com showed that 20…

Portia Conant and Eric Chapman appear in a scene from 'Starmites

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Don’t miss ‘Starmites’ this month at Thomas Jefferson High School

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Portia Conant and Eric Chapman appear in a scene from 'Starmites

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Students at Thomas Jefferson High School will present “Starmites” this May. Showcases will be offered during the day…

On May 5

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Church’s $10,000 donation enriches Rainier View Elementary School’s teaching power

Ask and you shall receive. Pastor Casey Treat, on behalf of Christian Faith Center in Federal Way, has…

Chris Boone and Tyler Wilkins-Haigh pose with their diplomas at the recruit school graduation ceremony.

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Fire academy: Humor and supportive families carry recruits through | Mirror series

After 12 long cold weeks, firefighters Chris Boone and Tyler Wilkins-Haigh — no longer just recruits — are…

This photo is from the camp when I first arrived today. Parents weren't allowed past the parking lot

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Pigs get a bum rap: Swine flu stigma strikes summer camp | Jan’s Journal

April 30, 2009 A person would have to live in a bubble to not have heard anything about…

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Celebrate Mother’s Day to infinity and beyond | Rudi Alcott

As we move toward another Mother’s Day on the calendar, shouldn’t this be a day that is celebrated…

At this year’s Han Woo-Ri Festival

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Han Woo-Ri: Korean culture fest returns May 15-17

Flashy colors, sizzling food and dancing are coming to Federal Way in a familiar place and time. Han…

A fountain marks the center of the new community garden at the Federal Way Senior Center. The garden officially opened May 1.

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Pride blossoms at community garden in Federal Way

Federal Way’s first community garden is bursting with color and nutrients. The garden, located at the Federal Way…

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Online public high school fills a niche in education

Federal Way students interested in learning more about online school will have the opportunity to do so on…

Victory garden poster from the World War II era

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Any garden can be a victory garden

Victory gardens surfaced during World War I and World War II as a means to reduce pressure on…

Students in last summer's production of 'Adventures of a Comic Book Artist

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Summer youth theater: The show will go on in Federal Way

Summer arts for youth will continue this year. Since 2005, the city has run a youth musical program…

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Relay for Life: Let’s battle cancer in Federal Way

By Agnes Vronsky-Wooters, Federal Way Relay for Life The Federal Way Relay for Life is now in its…

Flammable liquid fires often get big

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Inside the fire: Smoke is no joke at training academy

I thought I was prepared. Then the wall of smoke hit me and I couldn’t think at all.…

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Sex education could have saved baby’s life | Sex in the Suburbs

Last month, regional media was bursting with the story of the 14-year-old Federal Way girl who’s accused of…