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WA Legislature passes state budget in 11th hour
With the threat of a third special session looming for state lawmakers, Gov. Christine Gregoire said she was…
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Fake service dogs: Pet owners exploit ADA loophole
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 grants specific rights and prohibits discrimination related to service dogs.…
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Federal Way teacher brings dead custodian back to life
Thomas Jefferson High School's Monica Watchie was honored by Federal Way Public Schools during the district's April 10…
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Federal Way revisits performing arts center project
The Federal Way City Council reviewed a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) draft to be sent across the nation…
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Restaurant bans man for wooing female diners | Federal Way crime blotter
At 11:16 a.m. April 6 in the 1600 block of South 347th Place, a restaurant reported that a…
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Washington scores high for government transparency
Washington is one of the best states when it comes to government openness and transparency, according to three…
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Mortgage settlement finalized by courts | State gets $648 million in relief
In Washington, it's estimated the state will receive $648 million in relief funds. Of that $648 million, $483…
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South King Fire nudges voters ahead of April 17 election
Federal Way are taxpayers have a reason to vote in this month's special election.
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Park Pals install doggie-human water fountain
Mayor Skip Priest and Federal Way City Councilwoman Jeanne Burbidge joined Park Pals board members and their four-legged…
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Municipal Court Art Contest: Entry deadline April 14
The contest is open to all students in grades 1-12 living in the Federal Way School District. Winning…
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Rollermania seeks skaters to help homeless shelters
On April 16, Reach Out Federal Way is hosting Rollermania to raise money for local homeless shelters.
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Defibrillator saves referee’s life at Decatur basketball game
Edward Kazinsky, 69, doesn't remember anything about Dec. 16, 2011. Those who saved his life will never forget.
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Federal Way shuns later bar hours, calls Seattle request ‘bad public policy’
Federal Way announced its opposition to this idea at the April 4 city council meeting, citing a number…
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Federal Way schools receive grant for new standards
The Washington state Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) announced on April 2 that 50 districts…
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State law helps non-profits maintain tax exempt status
Young Life ran into a rough spot in 2010, when it was determined by the Washington State Department…
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Cigarette tax targets Washington’s roll-your-own tobacco retailers
A proposed state tax on roll-your-own cigarettes could put dozens of small tobacco retailers out of business.
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Jamaican murder suspect captured in Federal Way
A nationwide immigration sting resulted in the arrest of a Jamaican murder suspect in Federal Way.
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Man runs with pants down at Walmart | Federal Way crime blotter
Police observed a man running through the parking lot with his pants around his ankles, while a woman…
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Federal Way schools prepare for new state standards
Common Core State Standards (CCSS) are set to take effect in 2014-15. According to the district, however, Federal…