Federal Way to host ground-breaking ceremony for $3M staircase project

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Federal Way to host ground-breaking ceremony for $3M staircase project

Project will improve the walkability of downtown Federal Way while connecting the PAEC to Town Square Park and…

Federal Way Public Schools extends application deadline for board director vacancy

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Federal Way Public Schools extends application deadline for board director vacancy

Applications will now be accepted through Friday, March 29.

United Methodist vote has churches’ future in question

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United Methodist vote has churches’ future in question

Congregations debate separation following gay-clergy, same-sex marriage ban.

Gov. Jay Inlsee signs into law the Native American Voting Rights Act, which allows a non-traditional address to be used for voter registration for residents who live on reservations. Photo by Emma Epperly/WNPA Olympia News Bureau

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Native American Voting Rights Act signed into law

Non-traditional addresses can be used for voter registration on tribal lands

Federal Way City Council meetings to start earlier beginning March 19

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Federal Way City Council meetings to start earlier beginning March 19

Council voted to move the bi-monthly council meeting start time to 6:30 p.m.

Female firefighter reflects on rewarding career

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Female firefighter reflects on rewarding career

South King Fire and Rescue’s Ryleigh Carr says her gender is “an asset, not a liability.”

Suspect injured in officer-involved shooting in Federal Way

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Suspect injured in officer-involved shooting in Federal Way

27-year-old male suspect opens fire at police; transported to hospital in unknown condition.

Residents criticize Sound Transit’s transparency at Federal Way events

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Residents criticize Sound Transit’s transparency at Federal Way events

As Sound Transit considers six sites for its maintenance facility, people question agency’s process.

Retired mold maker recalls work atop skyscrapers, in subway stations

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Retired mold maker recalls work atop skyscrapers, in subway stations

‘I want to stress to young women that it is possible to live out your dream job no…

New Federal Way police officers take oath of office

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New Federal Way police officers take oath of office

Department welcomes officers Ethan Kepler, Joe Meshkoff and Sophie Winger.

The Cedar Hills Regional Landfill is the only active landfill in King County. It will operate until at least 2028. It has been in operation since the 1960s. Aaron Kunkler/staff photo

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Waste study puts numbers behind King County trash alternatives

County has one remaining landfill located near Maple Valley, and it’s nearing capacity

Family of girl with Down syndrome spreads positive messages around city

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Family of girl with Down syndrome spreads positive messages around city

Family wants to show the community that 4-year-old Arianna is a joy to have in their lives.

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State lawmakers seek permanent daylight saving time in Washington

Senate and House are working toward compromise on two bills; voters could decide in November election

Sunnycrest first-grader lends a helping hand to all

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Sunnycrest first-grader lends a helping hand to all

Federal Way Mirror’s Scholar of the Month for March is Elsa Encinas.

Federal Way Panther Lake Trail Extension opens

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Federal Way Panther Lake Trail Extension opens

The project includes a new 50-foot pedestrian footbridge, adjacent 26-stall parking lot and the 1-mile loop trail.

Youth volunteers clean up Federal Way Day Center

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Youth volunteers clean up Federal Way Day Center

20 middle and high school students wash walls, clean floors and windows, organize.

U.S. is now grounding Renton-made 737 MAX 8 and 9; Boeing supports decision

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U.S. is now grounding Renton-made 737 MAX 8 and 9; Boeing supports decision

Update: The decision does not affect Renton production lines.

Federal Way may be sending inmates to city of Kent jail

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Federal Way may be sending inmates to city of Kent jail

Cities negotiating contract for 2020.

Photo courtesy of Kristen Gregory via FWPD Facebook page

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Federal Way K-9 dog sniffs out armed robbery suspect

Police credit the valiant Vader for “getting this dangerous criminal off the streets.”

Wilson, Reeves, Pellicciotti to host town hall meeting March 23

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Wilson, Reeves, Pellicciotti to host town hall meeting March 23

The 30th District lawmakers will provide an update on the progress of the 2019 legislative session.