The Timberwolf Lodge at Camp Kilworth was recently designated as a Historic Landmark site. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Camp Kilworth designated as historic landmark site

This is the first historic landmark site designation in Federal Way’s history.

This photo provided by the Washington State Department of Transportation shows smoke from a wildfire burning south of Lind, Wash., on Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022. Sheriff’s officials are telling residents in the Eastern Washington town to evacuate because of a growing wildfire south of town that was burning homes. (Courtesy photo)

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How to stay safe from wildfire smoke in Washington

Department of Health reminds Washingtonians to stay indoors when smoke is in the air.

Supporters hold signs at a “Stop Asian Hate” rally in Federal Way in March 2021. File photo

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Hate crimes: King County Council to consider legislation for a reporting system

In the wake of a report on rising hate crimes throughout King County, legislation to establish hate crime…

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FWPS Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer and her team hold the trophy from the Federal Way Rotary Club’s first speed croquet competition at their annual fundraiser auction.

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FW Rotary raises over $20,000 at annual auction, “speed croquet” tourney

The Federal Way Rotary raised more than $20,000 for their youth scholarship and community support efforts at a…

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Fatal shooting inquest is delayed after officer tests positive for COVID

Hearing regarding 2017 death of Robert Lightfeather is rescheduled for Sept. 26.

Federal Way High School cheer team. Courtesy photo

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Athletes of the Week: Decatur and Federal Way high school cheer teams

Decatur and Federal Way cheer teams kick off the year-long Athletes of the Week series.

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Kids treated at hospital after eating cannabis candy | Federal Way Police Blotter

The following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Aug. 24-29.

Federal Way Public Schools headquarters. File photo

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Department of Commerce awards $350K to Federal Way Public Schools for upgrades

With the funds, 18 schools will receive energy efficiency improvements.

SKFR engine. Olivia Sullivan/The Mirror

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South King Fire to hire outside candidate for assistant chief of operations

Decision to be made in the coming days, Mataftin says.

A 10-foot steel beam from the wreckage of the World Trade Center in New York is part of the South King Fire and Rescue’s memorial honoring the lives lost in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attack. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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South King Fire and Rescue to host 9/11 memorial event

This year’s speaker is Mercer Island native Earl Johnson, who survived the 2001 terrorist attacks.

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Shelly Cain addresses the Federal Way City Council and gathered audience during their Aug. 9 meeting, in which Cain was recognized for her volunteer work at the city’s Friendship Theatre program.

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Friendship Theatre volunteer helps the show go on for kids with developmental disabilities

Volunteer Shelly Cain is the Mirror’s Hometown Hero for August.

Don Bear won Best of Show with his 2020 Corvette. Photo courtesy of Bruce Honda

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Results, photos: Federal Way Lions Club hosts annual car show

The 17th annual car show welcomed over 100 participants, dozens of attendees on Saturday.

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Burglary suspect caught with ghost gun; teacher strike delays start of school | King County Local Dive

A new podcast for King County residents

Renton resident Kat Lieu, author of “Modern Asian Baking at Home.” (Courtesy of Kat Lieu)

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‘Subtle Asian Baking’ founder Kat Lieu publishes best-selling cookbook

After being told ‘Asian culture doesn’t sell,’ this Renton resident built a whole community.

Jet Cities Chorus enjoying a fun photo-op after a recording session. Courtesy photo

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High Notes: News from the Federal Way arts community

Find out more about auditions, fundraisers and more.

Kyle Sinclair and Karia Hensler perform in “The Oregon Trail.”

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Centerstage Theatre presents dramedy “The Oregon Trail”

“The Oregon Trail” runs Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Sept. 11.

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Medical debt lawsuit against Providence now includes collection agencies

Agencies violated the Collection Agency Act and Consumer Protection Act, according to attorney general.

Homeless encampment in wooded area in Auburn on Friday, Aug. 27, 2021. Photo by Henry Stewart-Wood/Sound Publishing

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King County Councilmember requests audit of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority

A letter to the county auditor’s office asked for a financial and performance audit of the agency.

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State trooper shoots driver in Federal Way

The driver had reportedly struck another vehicle and was shot during an altercation.

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Neighbor strangles boy at Federal Way apartment complex | Federal Way Police Blotter

The following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Aug. 10-16.