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King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci invited young Swifties to read the proclamation, with each taking an album title-themed clause. (Courtesy of King County)

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King County Council names July 18-25 ‘Taylor Swift Week’

Proclamation comes before the pop star’s sold-out Seattle tour dates.

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Farm workers.

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Washington enacts new rules to protect outdoor workers from heat-related deaths

One rule is that employers must provide mandatory cool-down periods and additional break times.

The Federal Way Warriors practicing rugby on July 6. Joshua Solorzano / Sound Publishing

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Rugby for all: Federal Way Warriors Athletics host free rugby touch

The rugby team meets twice a week at Saghalie Park to promote fitness and erase cultural stereotypes.

King County Crime Dive podcast.

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Boy on scooter dies at scene of collision | King County Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, Bellevue police recover 3D-printed ghost guns from a drive-by shooting suspect; Valley SWAT arrests a…

Fresh fruit, puffy pups and creative crafts are always a guarantee at the Federal Way Farmers Market, and the July 8 market was no exception. (Photos by Bruce Honda)

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July and August happenings | Federal Way Community Calendar

Federal Way Farmers Market is every Saturday. Plus: Dick’s Drive-In opens soon in FW.

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Deena Rose, left, and Chris Buchanan stand outside Buchanan’s office in Federal Way. Buchanan has written a book for youth exploring their grief.

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Corey Nettles brought Federal Way together — and inspired a new book for grieving youth

“RIP Corey” was written to help young people process death of loved ones

Kyle Tucker of the Astros at the plate against the Phillies Craig Kimbrel in the ninth inning. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Five days of baseball heaven: MLB 2023 All-Star Weekend in Seattle recap

From T-Mobile Park to Lumen Field and Pike Place Market, Seattle shines as the 2023 All-Star Weekend host.

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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.

Mariners members had a solid following in the media for their home All-Star Game. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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MLB All-Stars check in with media before they take the field on July 11

Check out words from Mariners George Kirby and Scott Servais, Rangers’ Josh Jung and many more

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.

Alcorn State's Kewan Braziel gets awarded with the T-Mobile Impact Award during the game. Ben Ray/ The Mirror

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First annual Swingman HBCU Classic sets stage for Black baseball players

First annual event brought in over 15,000 fans during All-Star Week in Seattle.

Police lights (File photo)

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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.

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.