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Gov. Jay Inslee speaks about protecting Washingtonians’ rights to abortion and gender-affirming care at Wayside United Church of Christ in Federal Way on Oct. 28 Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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WA lawmakers announce new policies to protect abortion access

Bills aim to protect both patients seeking abortions and health care providers.

Photos courtesy of Mel Ponder Photography and MSC
Adam, who was connected with the MSC’s employment and education resources during his late teenage years, speaks at the luncheon on Oct. 20.

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Multi-Service Center luncheon raises $101K

The 2022 Multi-Service Center luncheon raised $101,030 to support the local community in finding help, hope and change.

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Husky harasses horse in pasture | Federal Way Police Blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Oct. 18-23

SKFR engine. Olivia Sullivan/The Mirror

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Unvaccinated South King firefighters can return to work

New hires must still be vaccinated, Fire Chief Dave Mataftin said.

The Sasquatch-themed utility box sits on the corner of S 352nd and Pacific Highway 99 in Federal Way. Photo courtesy of the Federal Way Arts Commission

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Local high school artists sought for utility box art program

Do you know a local high school student with an artistic side? The city of Federal Way wants…

Carl Church, playing Professor Harold Hill, sweet talks the residents of River City during a practice session at St. Luke’s Church. Alex Bruell/Sound Publishing

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St. Luke’s brings ‘The Music Man’ to Federal Way this November

Performances begin Nov. 4.

Photos courtesy of Kumon

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Kumon 2022 Spelling Bee winners achieve s-u-c-c-e-s-s

This year marks the 10th annual spelling bee contest.

Around three dozen women practiced hauling equipment, handling hoses and rescuing victims at a training event last weekend in Federal Way at South King Fire and Rescue’s Station 68. Photos by Alex Bruell

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‘Yes, you can do that’: Women learn the ropes of fire service at weekend event

South King Fire and Rescue hosted this year’s Women in Firefighting experience event.

Federal Way’s Madison Mulipola on the attack in the third set of their match with Kentwood. Photo by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing

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Prep volleyball: Kentwood takes down Federal Way in four sets

The Kentwood Conquerors took down the Federal Way High School Eagles on Oct. 19 inside the Eagles’ gym,…

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Adam Smith vs. Doug Basler: U.S. Congressional District 9 race

In the Congressional District 9 race for United States Representative, incumbent Adam Smith will take on Doug Basler…

Thomas Jefferson High School 2022 graduates. Photo courtesy of Federal Way Public Schools

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FWPS to host annual Life After High School College and Career Fair

Event is from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26 at Thomas Jefferson High School.

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This image shows a galley being consumed by flames during a traditional Scottish “Up Helly Aa” fire festival in 1973. The ceremony marks the end of the Yule season. Once the longship has burned and the flames die down, guizers sing the traditional song “The Norseman’s Home” before going on to a night of partying.
This image shows a galley being consumed by flames during a traditional Scottish “Up Helly Aa” fire festival in 1973. The ceremony marks the end of the Yule season. Once the longship has burned and the flames die down, guizers sing the traditional song “The Norseman’s Home” before going on to a night of partying. Image by Anne Burgess and used under a Creative Commons Attribution license

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First responders will torch a boat to ring in the New Year

It might sound a little unusual, but local first responders will torch a boat this New Year’s to…

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Kentridge takes down Decatur on Sept. 16 (RPI 23).

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Prep sports: South Sound teams dominate state’s Rating Percentage Index

System allows players, fans and coaches to see how their local sports teams measure up.

Hae Chon Lee won the People’s Choice Award for the painting titled “Dear Grandson” for the Arts Alive art exhibition, which showcases artists from Federal Way and around the region. Photo courtesy of Bruce Honda

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Federal Way could tighten laws on stolen shopping carts

Also in city council news: Arts Alive winners recognized.

This letter from the ACLU appeared in the Federal Way Mirror and other newspapers in King County this month. Photo by Alex Bruell.

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ACLU responds to South Sound mayors on public safety

An array of community organizations, service providers and public defender associations, including the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU),…

Kennedy Akinlosotu recently marked his 60th birthday with a celebration in Federal Way. Courtesy photo

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Millennials celebrate father’s 60th birthday in grand style

His children put on an invitation-only jubilee at the Federal Way Community Center.

Dr. Linda J. Edgar. Courtesy photo

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Federal Way dentist named president-elect of the American Dental Association

Linda J. Edgar, D.D.S., M.Ed., will assume ADA presidency in 2023.

The pink ribbon is a symbol of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which people wear to honor survivors; remember those who passed away from the disease; and to support the progress of defeating breast cancer. Courtesy of Benefits.Gov.

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Get to know your lemons

About 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime.