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Local leaders cut the ribbon Aug. 6 for a new license plate scanning camera that is intended to increase public safety in the Westridge neighborhood in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way neighborhood embraces license plate reading cameras

Westridge HOA is among those celebrating National Night Out on Aug. 6.

Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell and Roger Flygare with the Purple Heart flag before it was raised. Photo courtesy of Bill Vadino

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Federal Way raises the Purple Heart flag

Mayor Jim Ferrell, alongside Vietnam War veteran Roger Flygare, did the honors.

Arleen Marston is the wellness programming manager at PICA-WA. At their third annual health and resource fair July 31 in Federal Way, free mammograms were offered in the truck behind her. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Pacific Islanders in Federal Way come together to battle barriers

The Pacific Islander Community Association of Washington hosts their third annual resource fair

Marionberry cake. Courtesy photo

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Marionberry cake | Recipe of the Week

Visit the Federal Way Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday through October to pick…

The community enjoyed a sunny Federal Way Farmers Market on Saturday, July 27. The market is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays at The Commons mall parking lot. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | Aug. 2 edition

Coming up: 41st annual National Night Out is Tuesday, Aug. 6.

Kids riding bikes, and families learning about bikes, on July 27 at the Bicycle Safety Event in Federal Way. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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We Love Our City hosts its first Bike Safety Event

Kids without helmets or bikes could get what they needed.

The FUSION Summer Marketplace’s first row of booths by the FUSION Boutique sign. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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FUSION hosts first Summer Marketplace to benefit programs

Portion of proceeds went to help local families.

The free senior lunch on July 10 brought a large crowd. Photos by Max Burchi/The Mirror

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Federal Way Community Center holds free monthly senior lunch

On the second Wednesday of every month, the Community Center brings seniors from across the city together to…

Suman Kamath with her dog Toby. Photo courtesy of Suman Kamath

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Hometown Hero: Nonprofit provides support and more for dogs with cancer

Federal Way resident Suman Kamath wants to help local owners navigate the treatment journey.

FUSION’s 2023 summer gala was held Aug. 2 at Dumas Bay Centre. The theme was “A Tropical Paradise.” The annual fundraiser netted about $405,000 this year before expenses. Proceeds go toward helping homeless families find housing in the Federal Way area. Mirror file photo

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FUSION: Breaking barriers and lifting up families since 1993

Local nonprofit organization will host annual summer arts gala fundraiser Aug. 7 at Dumas Bay Centre.

The winning team for speed croquet in 2023 at the Federal Way Rotary Club’s annual fundraiser. Photo provided by the Federal Way Rotary Club. The club’s 2024 tournament is 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 20. For more information at www.federalwayrotary.com. Courtesy photo

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Federal Way Community Calendar | July 19 edition

Don’t miss Rotary Club’s Speed Croquet or Kiwanis Club’s Salmon Bake.

The Hot Rodster Band kicked off the Summer Sound Concert series July 10. Photos by Max Burchi/The Mirror

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Federal Way’s free summer concerts are back

Free shows on Wednesdays at Steel Lake Park.

Phenomenal She’s dance team performed July 6. (Photo by Bruce Honda)

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4th Annual Federal Way’s Got Talent show kicks off

There are still a few openings for the Aug. 3 round.

Vegetable pie. Courtesy photo

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Vegetable pie | Recipe of the Week

Visit the Federal Way Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday through October to pick…

Lucy Amann of Federal Way High School. Photo provided by the Federal Way Chorale.

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FW Chorale honors young musicians

The Federal Way Chorale announced the 2024 recipients of the Don Barrows Memorial Scholarship award.

A returning performance act entertains kids at the Red, White and Blues event this year. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | July 12 edition

Federal Way Farmers Market runs Saturdays through October at the Commons mall parking lot near South 324th Street…

The winning team for speed croquet in 2023 at the Federal Way Rotary Club’s annual fundraiser. Photo provided by the Federal Way Rotary Club. The club’s 2024 tournament is 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 20. For more information at www.federalwayrotary.com. Courtesy photo

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FW Rotary Club’s speed croquet tournament is July 20

Event raises money for a good cause.

Diners gather at the 2022 Salmon Bake at Steel Lake Park. File photo

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FW Kiwanis Club’s Salmon Bake returns for 68th year

Annual fundraiser is a community staple in Federal Way.

Many people donated items to the first free market. Photo provided by the Federal Way United Methodist Church

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Church brings back free market for Federal Way community

“Abundant Grace Free Market” will be held from 9 a.m. to noon July 13.

Raspberry scones with raspberry compote. Courtesy photo

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Raspberry scones with raspberry compote | Recipe of the Week

Visit the Federal Way Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday through October to pick…