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Rahma Rashid, Board President of Rahma Recovery, with Hussein Ugas, founder.

Life

Culturally responsive women’s recovery house is first of its kind in Washington

Federal Way has another first to celebrate thanks to recent Mirror Hometown Hero Hussein Ugas, who was featured…

Photos by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
Live music got the crowd out of their seats and dancing at the Kanta Kada Panalo event hosted by Island Pacific Market.

Life

Filipino community celebrates culture at FW grocery store

The region’s Filipino community filled Island Pacific Seafood Market on Feb. 28 at the Federal Way location’s Kanta…

FBI Special Agent in Charge Mike Harrington. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror.

News

Federal Way murder suspect added to FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list

The FBI is offering a $1 million reward for information leading to his arrest.

Current Thomas Jefferson High School head coach Harold Adams gets ready to call balls and strikes during a scrimmage. Ben Ray / The Reporter

Sports

Thomas Jefferson baseball honors Joe Townsend before 2026 season

With the season on the horizon, the Raiders paid tribute to Townsend before a scrimmage.

The Shores Apartment Homes in Federal Way. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

News

Person injured in shooting at The Shores Apartment Homes

The alleged victim is expected to survive.

Photos by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
Sharon has had extensive training, but doesn’t do any tricks.

Life

Sharon the Comfort Dog spreads paw-sitive vibes

She’s been providing support in Federal Way and South King County: “Her job is to put smiles on…

Photo by Bruce Honda
Local family-owned Lego franchise Bricks and Minifigs celebrated their one year anniversary over the weekend on Feb. 28 and March 1.

Life

Federal Way Community Calendar | March 6 edition

Free blueberry pruning seminar on March 14 at the Hylebos Blueberry Farm Park.

Courtesy Photo, O’Reilly Auto Parts

News

O’Reilly Auto Parts to pay $5.6M for employee discrimination

Missouri-based O’Reilly Auto Enterprises will pay $5.6 million for widespread denial of pregnancy and nursing accommodations to Washington…

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The Barker Cabin in Federal Way.

Life

Barker Cabin chosen as FW’s top historical story

For the nation’s 250th anniversary, the Historical Society of Federal Way asked visitors at the Heritage Center what…

King County Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda discusses the moratorium March 3. (Screenshot)

News

KC Council approves moratorium on detention centers

The King County Council approved a moratorium on detention centers in unincorporated King County as an effort to…

FW Symphony Director Adam Stern at a rehearsal for the upcoming performance. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

Life

Centerstage and FW Symphony join for Sondheim and Stravinsky

This event will take place at 3:30 p.m. March 8 at the Federal Way PAEC.

The approximate location where the alleged homicide occurred. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

News

Man charged with killing his mother near Auburn and Federal Way

Officers reported that the defendant made numerous incoherent and nonsensical statements.

Sen. Claire Wilson (D-District 30) at the Feb. 21 town hall. Courtesy photo

News

30th District legislators’ town halls cover budget, taxes, immigration

Rep. Jamila Taylor and Sen. Claire Wilson held one on Feb. 21, and Rep. Kristine Reeves (D-30) held…

Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police.

News

Attempted robbery of a blind person | Federal Way police blotter

Feb. 24

Wakulima USA of Kent is one of 15 local organizations to be awarded Climate Commitment Act funds from the Washington State Department of Health. Courtesy photo.

Northwest

DOH awards $2.5 million to local environmental organizations

Fifteen community-based and Tribal organizations throughout the state have been awarded funds.

Enumclaw experienced flooding from Boise Creek and sewer overflows during the Dec. 11 flooding. Photo courtesy Enumclaw Police Department

News

SBA offering loans for property, business losses from December flooding

Deadlines to apply for personal property loans, which includes damages to personal property and homes, is April 27.

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Federal Way Mirror Editor Andy Hobbs and Multimedia Sales Consultant Shane Gillispie connect with Mayor Jim Ferrell at the State of the City event on Thursday, Feb. 19.

Life

Federal Way Community Calendar | Feb. 27 edition

Free blueberry pruning seminar on March 14 at the Hylebos Blueberry Farm Park.

Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror
Mary Gates.

Life

Mary Gates: A Federal Way pioneer

She was on the first city council and served as the third mayor.

Photos by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror
Charity and Matt Morningstar show off their personalized minifigs at Bricks & Minifigs in Federal Way.

Business

For the love of Lego: Federal Way shop marks first anniversary

Bricks Minifigs is holding a celebration Feb. 28 and March 1.

Courtesy photo.

Sports

Federal Way Mirror Female Athlete of the Week: Mariana Andrews

Andrews is a fierce competitor and made an apperance at the state tournament.