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Teacher escapes communism and finds freedom
An unforgettable, daring walk to freedom more than 25 years ago led to a promising path of opportunity…
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Megan Johnson: Inside the mind of Federal Way’s mega-volunteer | The Mirror Interview
Federal Way resident and mega-volunteer Megan Johnson was recently named the winner of the Washington State Jefferson Award.…
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‘Hairspray’ comes to Decatur on April 28-30
The Decatur High School Theatre Company will present “Hairspray” on April 28-30 and May 5-7. Doors open at…
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Every 2 minutes, an American is sexually assaulted | Amy Johnson
Because April is National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month, I want you to know that every two…
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Federal Way couples strengthen marriages with faith
Gathered around a long table in the basement of a tidy home in a subdivision near Steel Lake…
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‘Aretha Franklin at the Apollo’ benefits Centerstage Theatre
Aretha Louise Franklin came from humble roots. Born in a two-room house in Memphis, Tenn., she was the…
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Local artist presents ‘Adventures with the Giant Panda of China’
The Federal Way Arts Commission is hosting “Adventures with the Giant Panda of China,” at the Knutzen Family…
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Sax maestro Darren Motamedy returns to Northwest | Free live jazz April 10
Saxophonist Darren Motamedy returns to the Northwest for his “homecoming” at this month’s Jazz LIVE, which begins at…
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For grieving parents, tiny baby clothes make a big difference
When a baby is stillborn, grieving parents need comfort and closure while dealing with their loss. Minutes of…
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Federal Way cops raise cash for Special Olympics
Police officers carefully balanced stacks of onion rings and trays of french fries and burgers Saturday while acting…
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Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony returns to Federal Way | Concert is April 3
The Federal Way Symphony will celebrate its 3rd millennium concert of Ludwig van Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony in a…
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Your children will learn about sex | Amy Johnson
Hey, parents! Where is your child learning about sex? From you? The health teacher? Church? Peers? MTV? Google?
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FUSION welcomes home a single mom and her six children
This month, a single mother with six children moved into a home refurbished by Federal Way-based FUSION (Friends…
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Woman in Black: Spine chiller opens March 18 at Centerstage Theatre
“The Woman in Black” gives audiences an evening of unremitting drama as they are transported into a terrifying…
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The twist of fate behind my clogged artery | Guest column
Most of us tend to take a lot of things for granted. When something unexpected and sudden happens,…
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At 108, evangelist travels the world and stays on God’s side
Federal Way resident Otis Clark is considered the world’s oldest traveling evangelist.
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Jazz veteran Tom Grant performs free show March 13
Pianist, vocalist and smooth jazz luminary Tom Grant will appear on Sunday at the monthly Jazz Live at…
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From Windows to Facebook, classes solve seniors’ computer conundrums
When someone finishes a computer class at the Federal Way Senior Center, instructor Larry Malcolm hopes to see…
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All-star preachers visit Federal Way megachurch | ‘Prosperity gospel’ turns a few heads
Christian Faith Center’s Vision Conference starts today and will feature sermons and workshops by some of America’s biggest…