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PHOTOS: Federal Way’s holiday tree shines in Town Square Park

Dozens of community members gathered to celebrate the tree lighting on Dec. 3.

Canada lynx. (Photo courtesy of David Moskowitz)

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New partnership conducts research on state’s Canada lynx population

Washington lists the animal as endangered.

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Scholars in the Native American Coalition Club (NACC) work in a garden at Thomas Jefferson High School, learning about Indigenous food sources, plants and more.

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Native American Coalition Club welcomes all to learn Native culture

Native American Coalition Club (NACC) teaches about Indigenous food sources and plants, drumming, ceremonies, crafts and more.

A Boys and Girls Club of Federal Way volunteer barbecue in 2021. File photo courtesy of Jayme Hommer

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King County Council invests in Federal Way organizations, youth programs

The 2023-2024 budget recently passed by King County Council included several investments into Federal Way organizations and youth…

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Voyeur takes a peek in casino bathroom; SWAT team vs. knife-wielding man | King County Local Dive

A podcast for King County residents featuring top local stories.

Skaters bust some moves or grab a bite to eat Saturday afternoon at the public re-opening of Federal Way’s iconic roller rink, now owned and operated by El Centro de La Raza. Photos by Alex Bruell/the Mirror

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Federal Way’s roller rink is officially back in action

The wood floor still shines. The beats still bump. And memories are still being made.

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Sí se Puede Program Manager Elsa Alvarado and student support advocate Emmanuel Lopez pose for a picture by the entrance of the program’s new home near where 16th Avenue South meets Highway 99 in Federal Way. Sí se Puede is operated by El Centro de la Raza and aims to help young people get their GED and on track toward meaningful careers.

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New El Centro educational program tells young people “¡Sí, se puede!”

The Sí se Puede Academy aims to help 18 to 21-year-olds pass the GED and pursue careers or…

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Federal Way schools closed on Thursday, Dec. 1

The district’s Educational Service Center remains open.

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The Mirror’s Cindy Ducich delivers a donation check to Alan Clapper, William J. Wood Veterans House services coordinator.

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Multi-Service Center’s William J. Wood House supports veterans

The Multi-Service Center’s William J. Wood Veterans House (WJW) opened in December 2016 and offers permanent supportive housing…

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Federal Way schools to start 2 hours late on Thursday, Dec. 1

All activities before school are canceled, buses running snow routes and more.

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3 people arrested for stolen vehicle possession in Federal Way

The Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force recently recovered eight stolen vehicles in Federal Way.

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Employee climbs into car to retrieve stolen merchandise | Federal Way Police Blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Nov. 21-27.

The word of the day is “slush” from the Federal Way Mirror office in Federal Way, overlooking South 336th Street on Nov. 29, 2022. Photo by Alex Bruell/the Mirror

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Slushy snow signals start of winter weather

Plus, a wind advisory is in effect the night of Nov. 29

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Crime, climate, abortion on docket in legislative session warm-up

Washington lawmakers will hold 39 hearings this week. Nearly all will be conducted in person, which hasn’t happened…

Federal Way City Council (from left to right): Lydia Assefa-Dawson, Erica Norton, Hoang Tran, Susan Honda, Linda Kochmar, Jack Walsh, Jack Dovey. Courtesy photo

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FW council passes biennial budget, hashes out grant funding

The Federal Way City Council passed its biennial budget and approved plans for more than a million dollars…

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Federal Way Symphony presents “Holiday Traditions” concert

Listen to holiday favorites before the city’s tree lighting Saturday, Dec. 3.

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Well-Fed in Federal Way: Crab Artichoke Dip

Need one more side dish this holiday season? Look no further.

Police tape is shown in Toronto, Tuesday, May 2, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graeme Roy

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Detectives seek information on homicide, arson near Steel Lake

King County Sheriff’s Office offers up to $10,000 cash reward for information leading to an arrest.

Volunteers help hand out Thanksgiving turkeys on Nov. 21. Photo courtesy of Shelley Pauls

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Federal Way Senior Center Food Bank serves 303 families ahead of Thanksgiving

Local churches collected 285 turkeys and side dish fixings on Sunday, Nov. 20, to be donated to community…