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The rabid bat was found at this location at Gene Coulon Park on Tuesday. Photo provided by Public Health – Seattle & King County

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Rabid bat found in Gene Coulon Park in Renton

A rabid animal was found at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park on Tuesday.

Quarterbacks Jalen Milroe, Drew Lock and Sam Darnold warm up for the Seahawks during training camp July 28 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Complex in Renton. Photo provided by Maria Dorsten

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Three takeaways from Seahawks training camp in Renton

Jalen Milroe shined as well as the Seahawks secondary.

King County Executive Girmay Zahilay announced the Breaking the Cycle Executive Order in March. Photo provided by King County

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KC Council: Zahilay forms committee for housing, unhoused crisis funding

The King County Executive Girmay Zahilay has formed a steering committee of local leaders to explore funding options…

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Big Bake 70: FW Kiwanis Salmon fundraiser returns

The annual fundraiser is a community staple in Federal Way.

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Beckoning masturbator | Federal Way Police Blotter

July 13

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Kiwanis Salmon Bake returns Saturday, July 24.

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Federal Way Community Calendar | July 24 edition

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Courtesy of Seattle Mariners.

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Mariners first half takeaways and second half expectations

The All-Star break symbolizes the halfway point in the season, how can the Mariners get going?

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Cause of death ruled in officer-involved SeaTac shooting

The death of a man in the officer-involved shooting in SeaTac has been ruled a suicide by the…

This map shows the locations of three culverts that carry tributaries under SR 161 to Hylebos Creek near Federal Way. Image courtesy of Washington State Department of Transportation.

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SR-161 in Federal Way to be closed all weekend | July 24-27

Friday to Monday, detours are planned around Enchanted Parkway.

FUSION’s annual gala focuses on providing a fun evening while centering the important cause of helping people escape homelessness. Pictured here, guests enjoy the event at the 2024 gala. Photo by Bruce Honda.

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FUSION gala returns in August, ruby slippers optional

With two auctions, great food and a “Wizard of Oz” theme, this year’s gala will help fundraise money…

Federal Way Community Center is at 876 S. 333rd St. (File photo)

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Cooling center open at Community Center during heat advisory

With high temperatures predicted for the next few days, the City of Renton has taken action.

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Officer-involved shooting in SeaTac, Renton PD leads case

The Renton Police Department is leading an investigation in an officer-involved shooting resulting in a death in SeaTac.

Renton School District Superintendent Damien Pattenaude ranks as the highest paid in the state with a total salary of $477.693. Courtesy of Renton School District.

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Report reveals state’s highest paid school superintendents

Four of the top 11 highest paid superintendents in Washington are in South King County school districts.

Michael Rucker, 32, a former Auburn Riverside High School player, pitches for the Mariners. COURTESY PHOTO, Ben Van Houten

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Auburn Riverside’s Rucker returns home to pitch for Mariners

Rucker’s story is full of twists and turns as he fulfills a dream.

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Dog bite at the dog park | Federal Way Police Blotter

July 6

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Hanwoori Garden.

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Federal Way Community Calendar | July 17 edition

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Former Mercer Islander and current hydroplane racer Brent Hall at Summer Celebration on July 11. The Grand Prix driver is pictured with an H1 Unlimited boat. Andy Nystrom/ staff photo

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Former Islander Hall is set for Seafair hydroplane races

Hall discussed all things hydro with MI Summer Celebration attendees.

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Major crimes down 21% in Federal Way

The Federal Way Police Department has released its first half of the 2026 crime data, which shows a…

A Chinook salmon, also known as king salmon. (Photo by Michael Humling/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service)
A Chinook salmon, also known as king salmon. (Photo by Michael Humling/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service)

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WA tribes, environmental groups sue over Endangered Species Act rule change

Washington tribes and environmental organizations sued the federal government Tuesday, arguing that recent changes to Endangered Species Act…

Featherhaven recently rescued a great horned owl that was hit by a freight train. After treating it for blunt force trauma, it was transferred to Raindancer Wild Bird Rescue for continued care. Photo courtesy Featherhaven

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Enumclaw songbird rehab sanctuary closes

Featherhaven, one of only a handful of nonprofits dedicated to wild bird care in the state, treated more…