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Public input sought on citywide bike and walking paths | Survey

There will be a pair of open houses seeking public input on a future citywide network of bicycle…

Mike Park announced he will not seek re-election to the Federal Way City Council.

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After 16 years, Park will step down from city council

Federal Way City Council member Mike Park has announced he will not seek re-election to position 3. Park…

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Federal Way schools stir buzz with rigorous course policy

Two recent reports by the Huffington Post and local NPR affiliate KPLU highlighted Federal Way Public Schools’ policy…

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Professor and crew test bus emissions with light

Dan Burgard is leading a project to test tailpipe emissions of buses at the Federal Way Transit Center.…

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Man without pants gets banned from Wild Waves | Federal Way crime blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log: • Unwanted guest: At 6:54 p.m. May 28…

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Non-lawyer pleads not guilty to scam accusations

A Federal Way man accused of posing as a lawyer and scamming parents has pleaded not guilty.

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Accused kidnapper is competent to stand trial, according to mental hospital

A Tacoma man accused of abducting an 8-year-old girl from a playground near Olympic View Elementary School in…

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Federal Way community gardens supply produce for suppers to feed the needy | SLIDESHOW

The Federal Way Community Garden Foundation has agreed to provide the Federal Way Community Caregivers Network community suppers…

Construction crews work are seen working in April at the intersection of Pacific Highway South and South 304th Street. This fourth and final phase of construction on Pacific Highway is expected to be finished in December.

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South 310th Street will close June 6 for one day

South 310th Street will be closed adjacent to Pacific Highway South on Monday, June 6. The closure will…

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Doing business in Twin Lakes: City wants public input on retail development

Federal Way seeks public input in shaping the future of the Twin Lakes retail district.

The non-profit volunteer group Park Pals is raising money to install a drinking fountain for humans and dogs this summer at French Lake Park. The fountain will provide fresh water for park patrons

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Doggie-human fountain fundraiser at French Lake Park

Park Pals will hold a fundraiser 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 4 and 5 at the city’s…

Reach Out Federal Way will host its annual Hoofing it for the Homeless walk from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday

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Winter shelter in the works for homeless women

Reach Out Federal Way, a homeless advocacy organization, plans to open a winter shelter for homeless women in…

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Man walks away from suicide leap | Federal Way crime blotter

A woman called police to tell them that she and her boyfriend were involved in a domestic dispute.

Construction on the new Federal Way Public Schools 'hub' facility at South 332nd Street and 13th Place South (near Celebration Park) is part of the $149 million construction package voters approved in 2007. It will replace the current facilities located at S. 320th Street and 11th Avenue South.

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Federal Way school bond construction ahead of schedule | Expect new stoplight on 336th Street

Although it may not look like much yet, construction on the new Federal Way Public Schools “hub” facility…

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30th District Democrats to host diversity picnic, state AG candidate

The 30th District Democrats will host a dinner at 6 p.m. June 11 at the IBEW #46Hall, 19802…

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Hooked on Fishing derby for kids: June 4 at Steel Lake Park

Join the fun at the 24th annual Hooked on Fishing derby from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June…

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Bronson-Doherty declines re-election to school board

Federal Way School Board director Amye Bronson-Doherty has announced she will not seek re-election this fall. Bronson-Doherty serves…

The Puget Sound Bonsai Association will hold its 6th annual auction from noon to 4:30 p.m. June 4 in the courtyard of Weyerhaeuser's Pacific Rim Bonsai Collection

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Bonsai auction features more than 80 finished trees

The Puget Sound Bonsai Association will hold its 6th annual auction from noon to 4:30 p.m. June 4…

Using the Android app 'Safe Neighborhood' while standing at South 324th Street and Pacific Highway South in Federal Way

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Looking for sex offenders in Federal Way? There’s an app for that

While most apps are for entertainment purposes, many can provide helpful services that keep families safe.

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Celski challenges Dovey for city council seat

Bob Celski has announced his candidacy for Federal Way City Council position 5, which is held by Jack…