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Federal Way schools brace for less federal funding

There will be more hits to the school district's budget going forward, this time because of reductions in…

This photo of Otis Clark was taken in April 2012 outside his home in Federal Way. He was 109 years old.

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Otis Clark, world’s oldest traveling preacher, dies at 109

Federal Way resident Otis Clark, the world's oldest traveling preacher, has died at age 109. Clark died Sunday,…

Backpage.com is under fire for its adult section

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Human trafficking: McKenna, AG’s blast Backpage.com

As awareness about human trafficking has increased, one of the most common themes heard from law enforcement is…

Congressman Adam Smith

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Adam Smith faces four challengers for District 9 Congress seat | ELECTION

The district is Washington's first majority-minority congressional district, and is currently held by Democratic Rep. Adam Smith.

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2012 candidates for 30th District state rep. | ELECTION

The filing deadline has officially passed for the 2012 primary and general elections. Below is a list of…

The South Sound Regional Business Incubator (SSRBI) is shifting directions in its efforts to spur business and job growth in the Federal Way region.

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Federal Way business incubator starts new direction

The South Sound Regional Business Incubator (SSRBI) is shifting directions in its efforts to spur business and job…

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Federal Way custodian on paid leave after escaping death

On April 11, The Mirror ran the story "Federal Way teacher brings dead custodian back to life." Monica…

Mark Haukaas founded Maranatha Grace Assembly in Federal Way.

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State sues UPS after crash injures Federal Way pastor

A keyless ignition system may be linked to the December crash in Federal Way. The UPS truck reportedly…

The Federal Way police log is reported weekly in The Mirror.

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Man offers to kill someone | Federal Way crime blotter

At 2:53 p.m. May 19 in the 31000 block of Pacific Highway South, the reporting party indicated the…

Federal Way resident Lorna Packard is featured this month in Reader’s Digest

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Federal Way woman’s anecdote makes Reader’s Digest

Federal Way resident Lorna Packard is featured this month in Reader’s Digest, which selected her submission for “Humor…

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South King County fights gangs

More than 50 law enforcement officers from city, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies joined forces for…

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Relay for Life is June 1: Help fight cancer

The American Cancer Society’s Federal Way Relay for Life begins at 6 p.m. June 1 at Saghalie Park,…

Kyle Sumpter was the guest speaker at the May 4 meeting of the Armed Defense Training Association (ADTA) in Federal Way.

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Federal Way honors ‘Top Shot’ contestant Sumpter

Federal Way Police Cmdr. Kyle Sumpter was honored by the Federal Way City Council for his performance on…

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Federal Way Municipal Court Art Contest winners

The winners of the 2012 Federal Way Municipal Court Art Contest were announced during the Federal Way City…

A rabbit forages for food in the West Hylebos Wetlands Park in Federal Way.

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Federal Way approves Hylebos preservation program

The Federal Way City Council unanimously approved the continuation of the Hylebos Basin Conservation Property Acquisition Program, and…

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Thomas Jefferson High School on lockdown

Thomas Jefferson High School has been placed in an external lockdown due to police activity in the area.

Jay Inslee is the Democratic candidate for Washington governor in 2012.

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Washington gov. candidate Jay Inslee joins Buddha on BrainyQuote; McKenna left out | ELECTION

What does Jay Inslee, the Democratic candidate for Washington governor, have in common with Napoleon Bonaparte and Buddha?

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse

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Adderall remains popular ‘study drug’ for students

For years, high school and college students have abused Adderall as an all-night study aid, putting themselves at…

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse

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For years, high school and college students have abused Adderall as an all-night study aid, putting themselves at…

The King County Council decided last summer that a $20 'congestion reduction charge' fee be applied to King County residents to help fund the county's regional public bus system.

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Congestion fee begins for car tabs | King County offers free bus rides

According to the county, residents will begin seeing the fee with June car tab renewals. The fee will…