Doni Burkett drives to the basket against White River. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Todd Beamer bests White River on back of Walker’s double double

De Tre Walker’s 25/10 paired with Burkett’s 36 were too much to handle for Hornets.

Dwight Dively poses with the proclamation and the MLK Medal of Distinguished Service. Photo courtesy of King County

Northwest

King County honors budget director for distinguished service

The King County Council a former county employee with the MLK Medal of Distinguished Service, only the fourth…

Bill Gates has been active in the Federal Way community for decades. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

Life

Bill Gates: Decades of community involvement

A Federal Way resident since 1974, he helped start the city, build a new library and was on…

Camp Moxy Jo’s hosted a wide variety of concerts and community events during the summer of 2025 in Federal Way. Courtesy photo.

Business

Camp Moxy Jo’s temporarily shuts down over city codes

Throughout the summer of 2025, Camp Moxy Jo’s in Federal Way was buzzing with community-building and fun, from…

New Federal Way City Councilmember Martin Moore connects with constituents at the Federal Way Mirror’s monthly community event, Hot off the Presses, on Jan. 14 at Poverty Bay Cafe. Photo by Bruce Honda

Life

Federal Way Community Calendar | Jan. 23 edition

Peking Acrobats return to North America for their landmark 35th tour, bringing their breathtaking display of Chinese circus…

Courtesy photo.

Sports

Federal Way Mirror Female Athlete of the Week: Annette Sagale

Sagale is the quarterback and safety for the Titans top 10 girls flag team in the state.

Courtesy photo.

Sports

Federal Way Mirror Male Athlete of the Week: De Tre Walker

Walker guards the other team’s best player and rebounds like a big.

Calvary Lutheran Church, 2415 S. 320th St., is available for shelter starting Thursday, Jan. 22, through the weekend. Courtesy photo

News

New location for cold weather shelter due to FUSION fire

A cold weather shelter is available to those who need it Thursday, Jan. 22, through this weekend at…

The 33700 block of 27th Place Southwest, Federal Way, on Jan. 22. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

News

FW police locate person of interest after double homicide

Alleged victims are a male and a female, 68 and 69.

Nominations are underway for the Best of Federal Way 2026.

Business

Nominations open for 28th annual Best of Federal Way awards

Nominating round is open through Feb. 6, 2026.

Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police

News

Man scammed by Tinder prostitutes | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

Federal Way community members and performers mingle onstage after the MLK Day Event in Federal Way, admiring each other’s colorful costumes and regalia. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

Life

Federal Way dreams of a bright future at annual MLK event

Federal Way’s community flame is lit once again after the annual ceremony unique to the city’s event celebrating…

South King Fire Chief Ryan Woodey. Courtesy photo

News

South King Fire welcomes Ryan Woodey as new chief

South King Fire has a new chief with hometown roots.

Celebration Park Apartments. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror.

News

Man dies in shooting at Celebration Park Apartments

Officers believe this incident occurred after a fight.

Photos of David Joseph Gama when he was allegedly stealing and a mugshot. Courtesy photos

News

Man charged in theft of $18,000 in items from Ulta Beauty

Suspect accused of stealing fragrances from stores in the Seattle area, including Federal Way.

The Skydio Dock for X10 is one example of what the Drone as First Responder (DFR) docks to be located at City Hall and the Federal Way PAEC will look like. Courtesy photo

News

FWPD expects new drone to enhance police services

The Federal Way City Council voted unanimously to approve the implementation of a Drone as First Responder (DFR)…

Courtesy Photo, Federal Way Police.

News

Juvenile asks for cigarettes, points a firearm | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

Jordon Marshelle Barrett was inspired to create her South King County-based non-profit The M.A.R.S.H.E.L.L.E. Project after a horseback riding retreat in Roy, Washington. Courtesy photo.

Business

New equine nonprofit will foster healing horsepower

The M.A.R.S.H.E.L.L.E. Project is raising funds to provide equestrian experiences for local kids in the foster care system.

PJ Langu in court and a photo of Tevin Kamau. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/Courtesy photo

News

Pacific man given 20 years for 2023 Federal Way murder

Defendant said he ingested multiple intoxicating substances and had not slept for three days before the shooting.

The Federal Way High School Drama Showcase was a fundraiser for the school’s drama department. Photo by Bruce Honda.

Life

Federal Way Community Calendar | Jan. 16 edition

Join the city of Federal Way to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy from 10:30 a.m. to…