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First-round pick Jaxon Smith-Njigba is ready to go at Lumen Field. (Photos by Ben Ray / Sound Publishing)

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Seahawks host mock game at Lumen Field | Preseason football 2023

“It’s great to get back in front of our fans in front of Lumen,” said QB Geno Smith.

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Man, 22, dies in Federal Way shooting

A suspect was detained without incident, according to police.

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The two burglary suspects wandering around the Islamic Center of Federal Way, 3304 S. 272nd St. Kent.

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Unknown suspects burglarize Islamic Center of Federal Way

Two suspects steal cash at the mosque; crime is captured on video.

Bryan Neyers worked at Glacier Park Elementary School (pictured here) for several years as a paraeducator, supervising kids at recess and in child care programs. Despite co-workers approaching school and district administrators about Neyers’ close relationships with students, Neyers continued working with kids. He now awaits trial on Sept. 5 on charges of molesting and raping young boys in his care. (Photo by Scott Eklund/Red Box Pictures)

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Tahoma School District ignored repeated warnings of ‘grooming-like behavior’

State education officials say case highlights need for more oversight of paraeducators.

Omar Chavez at his Federal Way store, Omar’s Soccer Sports Store. (Photo by Joshua Solorzano/Sound Publishing)

Business

Local Mexican businessman sells soccer jerseys for all

In pursuit of a better life, Omar Chavez owns his own business in Federal Way.

Forensic scientist Darlene Valencia tests a blood sample for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, at the new Washington State Patrol toxicology lab in Federal Way. While scientists like Valencia are not yet working on real evidence at the Federal Way lab, they are testing their equipment to ensure its accuracy. (Photo by Alex Bruell / The Mirror)

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Washington State Patrol to open toxicology lab in Federal Way

The State Patrol hopes the facility will be testing cases by the end of the year.

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Skater Gabe Lyons navigates a turn at the USA Inline Speed Skating Nationals in Lincoln, NE, in July.

Sports

Federal Way’s Team Xtreme speeds to second at Inline Speed Skating Nationals

Team Xtreme — the Federal Way speed skating group based at the El Centro Skate Rink — blazed…

Members of Rosebud Children’s Theatre do a preview of “Once Upon a Mattress” at last week’s Federal Way Farmers Market. (Photos courtesy of Bruce Honda)

Life

Federal Way Community Calendar: More August happenings

Family events and more in Federal Way.

Devin Bush in front, working on his hands with fellow linebacker Bobby Wagner. (Photos by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing)

Sports

Seahawks 2023 training camp under way at VMAC in Renton

For the second day in pads, the Hawks look to build on a great ‘22 season and prepare…

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At least six businesses burglarized in a day | Federal Way Police Blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log from July 26 - August 1

Photos of the Curtis Blue Line truck, which was broken into, and photos of the stolen items. Stolen items in photo include scuba diving equipment, two different helmets, and a scuba diving mask. (Photos courtesy of Federal Way Police Department)

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More than $100K in police gear gets stolen in Federal Way

Employee for tactical equipment company had his truck burglarized at a hotel.

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Primary 2023: FW voters send Jennifer Jones to the general, pass fire service levy

Federal Way voters are approving South King Fire Rescue’s levy proposition

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King County voters decide on Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy

If passed, Proposition 1 would authorize an additional six-year property tax levy.

Dick’s Drive-In opened July 27 on the west side of the Commons Mall, facing Pacific Highway South. (Photo by Bruce Honda)

Business

Order up: Dick’s Drive-In now open in Federal Way

Dick’s Drive-In opened July 27 at The Commons Mall, marking the latest expansion of the well-known Seattle area…

Denise Yun, left, is running against incumbent Federal Way City Councilmember (Position 7) Linda Kochmar, who is also the current council president. (File photos)

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Denise Yun still in race for Federal Way City Council against Linda Kochmar

Yun said in a follow-up email this week that she has not quit her campaign, and does not…

King County Crime Dive podcast.

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Candidate steals hammers; Kent marks 17th homicide in 2023 | King County Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, a Federal Way City Council candidate was accused of stealing from a hardware store; and…

Nurse practitioner Sirena Sagdahl holds her black book of resources she carries while visiting patients through Dispatch Health. She and Sierra Berry, a Dispatch Health medical technician, teamed up the morning of July 21 to visit patients for the day. (Alex Bruell / The Mirror)

Life

Hometown Hero: Federal Way nurse goes above and beyond for her patients

“We all just do our part and that’s what’s expected of us.”

Photos by Ben Ray/The Mirror
Drivers for the NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways made a stop at the PAEC in Federal Way on July 20, showing off their vehicles before their next stop in Auburn.

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August happenings | Federal Way Community Calendar

67th annual Kiwanis Salmon Bake: This community standby returns to Steel Lake park on July 28 from 4…

King County Crime Dive podcast.

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Police officer still on payroll while awaiting murder trial | King County Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, an update on Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson, who is still on the city payroll…

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Mateo Wegzyn recently won the IBJJF Portland 2023 Portland International Open.
Mateo Wegzyn recently won the IBJJF Portland 2023 Portland International Open. (Photo Provided by Mark Fathem)

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Decatur alum takes top spot in Portland IBJJF Event

Mateo Wegzyn trains out of Gracie Barre in Renton.