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Kentlake defense wraps up Mabin Guillen. Nathan Hyun / The Mirror

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Thomas Jefferson football loses heartbreaker to Kentlake

The Raiders are still in search for first win of 2025.

Kent-based Rainier Youth Choirs has open enrollment this month for the upcoming season. COURTESY PHOTO, Rainier Youth Choirs

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Rainier Youth Choirs perform in South King County and beyond

In its 19th season, the 2-12th grade youth choir provides space and opportunities for singers, allowing them to…

With only two weeks left until their 2025 performance, munchkin actors practiced a group dance for St. Luke’s production of “The Wizard of Oz.” Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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St. Luke’s Theatre Company presents “Annie”

Popular musical opens Nov. 7 in Federal Way.

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South King Fire hires consulting firm in search for new chief

The fire district also recently eliminated a position, filled another position and added a new one.

Photo by Vickie Chynoweth 
Carrot potato fritters.

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Carrot potato fritters | Recipe of the Week

Visit the Federal Way Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Saturday through October to pick…

Ganna Stogniy and her family face an uncertain future like many other Ukrainian refugees. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Tragedy shatters Ukrainian family’s American dreams

Federal Way group offers support as they struggle with immigration status.

A photo of Nena Edmonds from a GoFundMe for her funeral expense. Courtesy photo

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Second suspect charged in Feb. murder at FW apartment complex

The defendant was allegedly fighting for a cellphone with the deceased female when a juvenile shot her.

Photo courtesy of White River Football Booster Club

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Eagles’ offense silenced as White River wins sixth straight

Federal Way’s last time being shut out in a regular season game was back in 2021 (51-0 at…

Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police

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Scholars boxing in school parking lot | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

Guests of all ages enjoyed hands-on activities like pumpkin decorating and face painting at the Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 4. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | Oct. 10 edition

Celebrating 5 Years with Adam Stern: At 3:30 p.m. Oct. 12 enjoy a concert presented by the Federal…

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Federal Way man dies in Kent I-5 motorcycle crash

Collided with a sedan along northbound I-5 early Friday morning, Oct. 10 near SR 516

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Federal Way Female Athlete of the Week: Sydney Wells

Wells is a great athlete with a natural talent for running.

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Federal Way Mirror Male Athlete of the Week: Austin Messer

Messer has shown commitment to school, leadership on the team.

Members of the Federal Way City Council met during the Land Use and Transportation Committee meeting Oct. 6 at Federal Way City Hall to discuss Neighborhood Traffic Safety projects. Photo by Alexa Meyer

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Speed reduction projects coming to Federal Way neighborhoods

Racial covenants were also discussed at Land Use and Transportation Committee meeting.

Kaihea Tuifua fights through contact against Enumclaw. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Decatur soccer struggles continue in loss to Enumclaw

After starting off unbeaten in eight games, Decatur has now lost three of four.

Candidates for mayor of Federal Way share their vision for the city at the Federal Way Mirror’s candidate forum on Oct. 18. Here, Susan Honda responds to a question as Jim Ferrell prepares to his answer. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way candidates meet up at Mirror’s forum | Election 2025

Full video of the forum is available on the Mirror’s Facebook page.

Malieta Redmond shields a Auburn Mountainview player from the ball in the second half. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Thomas Jefferson girls soccer hangs on to beat Lions

Raider freshman Malieta Redmond’s first-half goal is enough to win.

The Pavilion Apartments near the entrance on Feb. 14, 2025. File photo.

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Suspect, 16, arrested in connection with Federal Way murder

The incident occurred Feb. 13. Another suspect was also located.

Kevin Coe’s Washington State sex offender registry photo. Courtesy photo

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South Hill rapist Kevin Coe moves to Auburn

He was released Oct. 2 from McNeil Island and was initially thought to be moving to Federal Way.

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Heroics from Jorge Polanco and Julio Rodriguez lead M’s past Tigers in Game 2

Polanco’s two homers got the momentum going, but Julio pushed it over the top.