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Community leaders raise the Pride flag. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Federal Way raises Pride flag at City Hall

“Let’s raise this flag to declare Federal Way a safe, affirming space.”

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Hundreds of new laws will take effect in state June 6

Legislature approved changes in police pursuits, parental rights, firearms and other laws

Hazen’s Illia Biezak leaps over the bar. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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State track and field: Liberty boys, Kent-Meridian girls place inside top four in 3A

Cassie Atkins (FW) continued to dominate, has now won five titles in three years.

Members of the Marine Hills Garden club and Shelley Pauls of We Love Our City stand near the lush blueberry bushes at the Hylebos Blueberry Farm Park in Federal Way. Both organizations have been vital to the park’s restoration. Photos by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Volunteers help Hylebos Blueberry Farm Park bear fruit

“We stood at the edge of the blueberry farm, looking at the just mass of blackberry bushes, we…

Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent. FILE PHOTO

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Second-degree murder trial pending for Federal Way resident

Case is related to the robbery of a cannabis shop in Renton.

“Ten Acrobats in an Amazing Leap of Faith” runs Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, May 24 through June 16. Courtesy photo

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Centerstage Theatre presents ‘Ten Acrobats in an Amazing Leap of Faith’

By Laura Barfield

Antipasto salad. Courtesy photo

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Antipasto salad | Recipe of the Week

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

Federal Way City Council members, FWPD and others attended the Valley Cities Coffee Chat, discussing how they are responding to the fentanyl crisis. Mirror staff photo

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Treatment providers discuss ups and downs of Ricky’s Law

Fentanyl crisis is among top concerns for responders in King County.

Frank Fields was honored at the recent MLK Day Event in Federal Way by being selected to hold a community torch. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror.

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Hometown Hero: Federal Way man enjoys being a community advocate

“Every job I ever had, I’ve always got to be an advocate of some sort,” says Frank Fields.

Examples of toy guns that fire Orbeez. (Google Images screenshot)

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Federal Way police field multiple reports of drive-by shootings with toy guns

Several cases involve ‘Orbeez’ guns that shoot gel balls.

The South King Tool Library Rain Garden Work Party and Volunteer Appreciation was held Friday and Saturday (May 24-25), dodging wind and rain. Volunteers were happy with goodies such as oatmeal and fruit cookies, Earl Grey tea cupcakes, homemade breads and more. Photos by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | May 31 edition

Coming up: The Arts Explosion Festival is back for round two this year from May 29 to June…

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Honest woman tells police she’s driving drunk | Federal Way Police Blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

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Sports

Federal Way Mirror Male Athlete of the Week: Jose Menjivar

Menjivar is a tremendous leader and showed great dedication.

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Federal Way Female Athlete of the Week: Jayd’dan Davis

Davis excelled during the track season and gives her all in every performance.

A firearm retrieved from the suspect’s vehicle. Photo courtesy of Washington State Patrol

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Federal Way woman arrested for allegedly brandishing a firearm on freeway

Once in June 2023 and again in May 2024, the suspect allegedly pointed her gun at others

A fire benefit charge is on the Aug. 6 primary election ballot for residents in South King Fire’s service area. Photo courtesy of South King Fire

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Voters will decide on fire benefit charge in primary election

South King Fire chief says the measure will improve service and save money for most homeowners.

Packed theater at the Mayor’s 2024 State of the City Address. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Federal Way’s population drops in 2023 compared to 2022

Decline similar to many cities of 50,000 or more across the nation, according to U.S. Census Bureau

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Deb Thomas of Auburn.

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‘It’s a chance to thank all of those who came before me’

U.S. Air Force veteran and Auburn resident reflects on her service.

Congressman Adam Smith in a room at the Pete Andersen Family Shelter by FUSION. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang/The Mirror

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‘Our goal is to bring that holistic approach to the family’

Congressman Adam Smith talks transitional housing and more during visit to FUSION facility in Federal Way.

Steve Largent (left) and Steve Raible having a conversation at the Scholar-Athlete Breakfast. Photo By Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Seahawks legends inspire South King County youth at breakfast

Pete von Reichbauer hosts annual Scholar-Athlete Breakfast featuring Steve Largent and Steve Raible.