The Washington Department of Ecology and other agencies are currently monitoring algae concentrations in both fresh and marine waters.

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Watch out for harmful algae blooms across state

Lakes, rivers and Puget Sound are experiencing more intense and widespread algae blooms this summer and scientists believe…

Seven schools in the Federal Way Public Schools district will receive all-day kindergarten this year.

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7 Federal Way-area schools to receive all-day kindergarten

When school resumes in 2015, an additional 23,000 Washington kindergarteners will receive state-paid all-day instruction due to the…

A record crowd checked out over 150 classic cars

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Federal Way Lions Club car show attracts record crowd | Slideshow

The Federal Way Lions Club held their annual car show at the Federal Way Farmer’s Market on Saturday.

Federal Way Police Department

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Toddler found wandering alone for eighth time this year | Federal Way Police Blotter

The following is a sample from the Federal Way police log:

The number of drivers involved in deadly crashes who tested positive for marijuana increased 48 percent from 2013 to 2014.

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Marijuana increasing factor in deadly car crashes

Newly released data from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission shows that marijuana is increasing as a factor in…

The salmonella outbreak linked to pork products has grown to 134 cases in 10 counties around the state.

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Salmonella illness outbreak linked to pork expands

The salmonella outbreak linked to pork products has grown to 134 cases in 10 counties around the state.…

Ginger is available for adoption.

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Sweet cat Ginger available for adoption | Pet of the Week

Ginger is a 2-year-old female cat, domestic short hair brown tabby (ID No. A430917).

Paige Dasher poses with her awards. She recently won the Single Action Shooting Society Washington and Northwest Regional Championships in her shooting division.

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Student at Federal Way’s Decatur High School excels at Cowboy Action Shooting

For Paige Dasher, the Wild West is alive and well.

South King Fire and Rescue firefighters and special guests greet Mayor Jim Ferrell during a 9/11 memorial event in 2014. The fire district will host a memorial again this year at Station 64

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South King Fire to host 9/11 memorial service in Federal Way

In remembrance of the 14th anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy, South King Fire and Rescue will hold its…

This summer

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Federal Way low-income students receive new books

This summer, 243 students from low-income families in Federal Way have books at home to read.

Federal Way Public Schools

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Federal Way school district to collect $9.6 million more next two years

Pending a vote from the Federal Way Public Schools board of education next Tuesday to approve an adjusted…

Thousands crowded into Saghalie Park on Saturday for the Desna Cup and Cultural Festival. Volleyball and soccer fans were treated to some intense competition. Music on stage

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Desna Cup in Federal Way attracts thousands

Thousands crowded into Saghalie Park on Saturday for the Desna Cup and Cultural Festival.

Fuchsia Days will be hosted at PowellsWood Garden Sept. 8-12

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Federal Way’s PowellsWood to host Fuchsia Days event

Fuchsia Days, a special five day celebration of hardy fuchsias at PowellsWood Garden, is hosted incollaboration with Tahoma…

South King Fire and Rescue's Capt. Jeff Bellinghausen

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South King Fire donates supplies to aspiring Federal Way nurse for Belize trip

A trip to Belize would typically mean someone would have to pack sunscreen and a nice bathing suit.…

A concerned community member sounds off in a packed gymnasium at Woodmont K-8 on Tuesday night

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Community outraged over rehab facility’s proximity to Federal Way district school

About 250 parents and community members packed the Woodmont K-8 gym Tuesday night to tell Valley Cities and…

A concerned community member sounds off in a packed gymnasium at Woodmont K-8 on Tuesday night

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About 250 parents and community members packed the Woodmont K-8 gym Tuesday night to tell Valley Cities and…

The Washington state Supreme Court on Thursday ordered the state to pay $100

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Supreme Court lays hefty fine on Legislature over education case

The Washington state Supreme Court let the hammer fall Thursday in the McCleary education case ordering the state…

A Sunnycrest Elementary teacher was sentenced with child rape

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Federal Way school district teacher charged with child rape, molestation

A Sunnycrest Elementary second grade teacher was charged with two counts of third-degree child rape, child molestation and…

Mayor Jim Ferrell presents the Key to the City to Advancing Leadership's founding Executive Director Teri Hickel in March. Hickel is using this photo in her campaign literature.

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Democrats file PDC complaint against Federal Way legislative candidate

The Washington State Democrats recently announced that they filed a complaint with the Public Disclosure Commission against Republican…

Christina Huber (left) and Madison Rogers

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BECU Foundation awards scholarships to 2 Federal Way students

BECU young members are excelling in the classroom and the community.