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Federal Way’s We Love Our City hosts annual Serve Day

Approximately 200 volunteers participated on July 9.

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Well-Fed from the Federal Way Farmers Market: Olive Oil Lavender Cookies

This week’s recipe includes lavender and olive oil, both found at the Federal Way Farmers Market.

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From left to right: Corporals Hilary Mariani, Jae An, Ricardo Cuellar and Eric Reyna are sworn in during the July 5, 2023 city council meeting.

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Council approves ADUs ordinances, addresses water damage at Community Center

Plus, Federal Way Police marked the appointments of five officers to new positions

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Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy to appear on August ballot

King County voters will decide whether to renew the social services levy.

A conceptual image of the Federal Way station of the Federal Way Link Extension route. Photo courtesy of Sound Transit

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Sound Transit CEO talks accessibility, delays on Federal Way projects

CEO Julie Timm discussed the Federal Way Link Extension light rail route and the OMF South.

Juanita Beach in Kirkland (Courtesy of City of Kirkland)

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County reports a ‘concerning number’ of drownings already in 2023

At least 12 people have drowned in rivers, lakes, and Puget Sound waters this year.

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3 killed in early morning collision on I-5 in Federal Way

The victims are a 27-year-old Federal Way resident and two 25-year-old Seattle residents.

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Vy “Eevy” Nguyen has been dancing for as long as she can remember.

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Decatur alumni Vy Nguyen has danced her way around the US

She has battled dancers in Atlanta, New York and even Los Angeles

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Chat with Federal Way’s elected officials at July 15 coffee get-together

Federal Way’s elected city and school board officials invite you to join them July 15 to grab a…

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From left: Shae’ Lyman, Kayla Facaine, Reneta Adusei, Jenaeja Nelson, Olivia Cowherd, Jamyrah Wilson, Amerah Sanders, Alinea Kirsenbaum, Eric Tabunscic,Tricia Smith and Andrew Magnuson on July 2.

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Harpist, Phenomenal She dance group advance in Federal Way’s Got Talent

The second talent competition was hosted at the Federal Way Farmers Market on July 2.

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COO Brandon Fischer (left) and owner Bob Fischer are the names behind the store at Federal Way’s new Pet Supplies Plus, located next to and around the corner from Amazon Fresh at The Commons mall.

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Pet Supplies Plus opens at The Commons

Pet Supplies Plus’ grand opening weekend is from July 14-16.

The curated menu includes 20 new menu items for attendees to enjoy at T-Mobile Park July 7-11. Olivia Sullivan / The Mirror

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T-Mobile Park’s All-Star Week menu offers Pacific Northwest flavors

The All-Star Week menu is offered July 7-11 at T-Mobile Park.

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Cindy Ducich, multimedia sales manager for the Mirror, was named Rotarian of the Year by the Federal Way Rotary Club on June 15. This annual award is designated for the one Rotarian who clearly stands out in demonstrating “Service Above Self,” and principled commitment to the Rotary Four-Way Test. Pictured: Diane Lyons (right), president of the Rotary Club of Federal Way, presented Ducich (left) as the Rotarian of the Year.

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Cindy Ducich named Rotarian of the Year

The awards took place June 15.

Once fans enter the Lumen Field side of the Play Ball Park they are met with all sorts of MLB All-Stars. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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2023 MLB All-Star Week: Play Ball Park is a home run for fans

Activities indoors and outdoors to entertain fans at Lumen Field Event Center in Seattle from July 8-11.

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Brandon Bao was selected for the statewide LEAP committee. LEAP stands for Leadership through Education, Activities, and Personal Development.

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Thomas Jefferson’s Brandon Bao named to WIAA LEAP Committee

Bao is only the second ever FWPS high school student named to LEAP.

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Owners Matt Ottenbach, top row in the black hoodie, and Liz Houck, top row in the blue tank top, pose with several teachers at the new Federal Way yoga studio.

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Expand Yoga opens its second location in Federal Way

The yoga studio first started in Tacoma in 2011.

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Kids throw soda cans at cars | Federal Way Police Blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log from June 28 to July 4.

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Visitors at Celebration Park celebrated the birthday of the United States at Federal Way’s Red White & Blues festival July4.

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FW celebrates Independence Day with relatively few fireworks calls

July 4 is the biggest staffing day of the year for the Federal Way Police Department, deputy chief…

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Lakehaven Water and Sewer District’s brand new headquarters is nearly finished.

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Lakehaven Water and Sewer District nears completion of new headquarters

The new headquarters building is 40,000 square feet and houses nearly all departments.

Check Out Washington’s Adventure packs come with a Discover Pass educational materials, pocket guides, and a pair of binoculars. Photo courtesy Washington State Parks

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“Check Out Washington” with more Adventure Packs this summer

You can borrow a free Discover Pass, educational materials about state parks, and a pair of binoculars with…