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Communities in Schools of Federal Way — Highline seeking new executive director

First review of applicants is Friday, May 28.

A Cymbidium Orchid captured at the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden in Federal Way. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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‘A Mother’s Prayer’ by Robert J. Darrigan

“A Mother’s Prayer”

The mascot of Illahee Middle School, located at 36001 1st Ave. S., is under consideration due to a new law prohibiting the inappropriate use of Native American symbols and imagery. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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State law could affect mascots of three Federal Way schools

Three Federal Way schools may be affected by a recent bill approved by Gov. Jay Inslee that prohibits…

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Well-fed from the Federal Way Farmers Market: Grilled chicken thighs with rhubarb sauce

This week’s recipe features fresh rhubarb, asparagus, olive oil and pita bread found at the Saturday market.

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Serial slapper returns, sexually assaults two women in Federal Way | Police blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log April 28 to May 4.

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Federal Way approves $3 hazard pay raise for grocery store workers

The city ordinance was passed with a 5-2 council vote on May 4.

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Police search for suspect in fatal shooting of 8-year-old Federal Way girl

The girl’s father was initially arrested by police, but further investigation has revealed a new suspect.

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New vaccination site opens at Kaiser Permanente’s Federal Way Medical Center

Appointments required; clinic open on weekends.

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New laws will tax the rich, offer aid to low-income workers

Inslee signs bill creating capital gains tax; foes are challenging it in court as unconstitutional.

Remi Frederick, a Village Green employee receives her first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine on Jan. 26 in Federal Way. Olivia Sullivan/Sound Publishing

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King County positive COVID cases are beginning to fall

The number of positive COVID-19 cases in King County is beginning to fall after a fourth wave began…

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Federal Way man sentenced to 5 years in prison after gun, drug trafficking

The 35-year-old man sold four firearms — two of which were stolen — to undercover federal agents.

Washington state case count since March 2020. WA Governor's Office

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Pandemic pause: King County remains in Phase 3

No Washington state counties will be rolling back their phase under the state’s Roadmap to Recovery plan following…

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Man stabbed multiple times at Federal Way motel

Suspect was not located, police said.

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Two men found with gunshot wounds in Federal Way and Kent

Police believe the victims were involved in the same shooting.

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Washington gets mobile earthquake alerts

Washington state will have its own earthquake early warning system on May 4 when ShakeAlert goes live, which…

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A gray wolf.

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Wolf population continues to make a comeback in Washington

The number of wolves in Washington state increased by 22%, marking the 12th year in a row the…

A rendering of the light rail parking garage to be built at South 272nd Street near I-5 in Kent. COURTESY IMAGE, Sound Transit

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Lane closure set on I-5 for light rail construction in Federal Way and Kent

Scheduled for several nights in May along southbound lanes

FWPD reports that for fourth year in a row, crime is down in Federal Way. Courtesy photo

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Federal Way re-criminalizes drug possession in wake of court decision

The possession of controlled substances in Federal Way has been re-criminalized with a new ordinance passed April 20…

Kae Lee, fourth from left, stands for a photo with volunteers at the food bank on April 29. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Hometown Hero: Local food bank director has passion for helping people

Kae Lee, director of the Federal Way Senior Center Food Bank, is the Mirror’s Hometown Hero for April.

A student smiles from behind a mask on the first day of school on April 1. Photo courtesy of Federal Way Public Schools

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Majority of Federal Way students stay in remote learning

As all schools statewide have reopened under the governor’s order, 64% of Federal Way students have opted to…