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Milk is not enough: Sunshine-deprived Puget Sound children need more vitamin D

The Pacific Northwest is famous for many things. Sunshine, however, is not one of them. My family recently…

'I Just Want to Pee Alone' is a collection of essays on motherhood.

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‘I Just Want to Pee Alone’ features local mommy blogger

One of the essays, "Bubble Baths and Shaved Legs," was written by local blogger Rebecca Gallagher, a 1990…

John Keister is best known for his 15-year run as the host of the hit comedy show 'Almost Live.'

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Don’t miss Big Band Showcase hosted by John Keister

Check out these March entertainment options in Federal Way.

Andy Foss is at the Avalon Care Center in Federal Way.

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Motorcycle crash victim hits physical therapy milestone

With his glove stuck on the throttle, Andy Foss skidded toward the curb on a purple motorcycle that…

Jazz LIVE at Marine View is free for all ages.

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Jazz LIVE presents Tom Grant on March 10

Jazz LIVE at Marine View presents its free monthly all-ages concert at 5 p.m. March 10, featuring Portland…

Innocent Bystander consists of Thomas Jefferson High School students Ryan Hagen

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Innocent Bystander: Local rock band makes some noise

Consisting of three friends from Thomas Jefferson High School and a singer originally from Nashville, Tenn., Innocent Bystander…

'Lend Me A Tenor' was written by Ken Ludwig

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Classic farce ‘Lend Me A Tenor’ opens at Centerstage

Centerstage Theatre presents the classic comedy “Lend Me A Tenor,” which runs March 1-24 at the Knutzen Family…

A few of the 37 students who earned their GEDs from Multi-Service Center last year were honored on Jan. 27

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GED program: ‘I needed to expect more from myself’

In the summer before his senior year of high school, Jeffery Mitchell, now 22, moved with his family…

Sylvan Learning’s Morgan Griffith shows off a copy of “The Lorax” during last year’s Dr. Seuss Day celebration at Enterprise Elementary School in Federal Way.

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Parents play key role in developing kids’ reading skills

Throughout our lives, we read directions or instructions to perform a task, we read newspapers, magazines and other…

'The Tipping Point' by Malcolm Gladwell was first published in 2000.

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Literacy awareness: Mirror staff recommends a few books

In honor of Literacy Awareness Month, check out the following books recommended by staff at the Federal Way…

A few of the 37 students who earned their GEDs from Multi-Service Center last year were honored on Jan. 27

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In the summer before his senior year of high school, Jeffery Mitchell, now 22, moved with his family…

Volunteers show off their organic bounty from the Truman Community Garden in this file photo.

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Organics workshop will benefit local garden foundation

Learn from Lori Lively of Marlene's Market how to incorporate organic foods into your daily regiment. Learn all…

Harlem Globetrotters performed Saturday in Kent.

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Harlem Globetrotters perform in Kent | PHOTOS

The Harlem Globetrotters return to Kent with their dazzling basketball and entertainment skills for two shows on Saturday,…

Jazz LIVE at Marine View is free for all ages.

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Jazz LIVE features electric violin virtuoso Geoffrey Castle

Free all-ages jazz concert by electric six-string violinist Geoffrey Castle begins at 5 p.m. Feb. 10 at Marine…

'To build self-confidence

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For busy women, ‘me time’ recharges the body and spirit

Forget about candy and flowers for that special woman in your life. The best Valentine’s Day gift is…

'To build self-confidence

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Forget about candy and flowers for that special woman in your life. The best Valentine’s Day gift is…

A group for single seniors meets monthly at Black Bear Diner in Federal Way. To learn more

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Single seniors dine out monthly at Black Bear Diner

Barbara Yakovetz started a group for single seniors in Federal Way after meeting a pair of "romeos," which…

A quartet from the Federal Way Harmony Kings will sing a Valentine's Day ditty for that special someone.

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Singing Valentines and other seasonal happenings

Send that special someone a singing Valentine, a red rose and a card delivered by a quartet of…

“Believe In Yourself: The Lena Horne Songbook” plays for one night only at 8 p.m. Feb. 16 at Knutzen Family Theatre. Visit centerstagetheatre.com for tickets and information.

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‘Lena Horne Songbook’ premieres Feb. 16 in Federal Way

“Believe In Yourself: The Lena Horne Songbook” plays for one night only at 8 p.m. Feb. 16 at…

The National Chicken Council reports that 1.23 billion chicken wings will be consumed during Super Bowl weekend in 2013.

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Super Bowl parties set record demand for chicken wings

Super Bowl Sunday is the second highest day of food consumption after Thanksgiving, according to the USDA.