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Flowers at the farmers market in 2019. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Federal Way Farmers Market to open for 20th season

The market’s opening day is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 13.

Green Gables student Lang prepares to pour a tiny salmon fry into Brook Lake during an April 27 field trip at the West Hylebos Wetland. Alex Bruell / The Mirror

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Salmon release teaches stewardship, science to Federal Way students

Students recently released Coho salmon at the West Hylebos Wetlands and learned from members of the Puyallup Tribe’s…

Patrick Nicholas, 59, (right) confers with his defense attorney David Montes after opening statements are made Monday, April 17, 2023, at the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent. Nicholas is standing trial for the December 1991 killing of 16-year-old Sarah Yarborough. Ellen M. Banner/The Seattle Times

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Yarborough murder trial goes to the jury

Jurors will now decide if Patrick Nicholas killed the Federal Way High School student in 1991.

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The Federal Way City Council and mayor honored four different groups in proclamations at their meeting May 2, recognizing Asian American and Pacific Islander people, older Americans, neurofibromatosis and law enforcement. In this group photo, representatives from most of those groups stand together.

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Federal Way tees up to ban drug possession

Failure of the state Legislature to agree on a solution means cities may pass their own laws.

Raider senior Reese Williams on the mound against Todd Beamer. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Baseball: Thomas Jefferson takes down Todd Beamer to end season

Raiders end six-game losing streak with the 12-2 win.

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California pair indicted for retail theft scheme involving Washington stores

The scheme involved 190 stores across 23 states, including stores in Federal Way, Covington and Everett.

Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell. File photo

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Mayor Ferrell’s return from sister cities trip delayed by COVID-19

Ferrell said he is feeling much better and planned to fly home May 4, local time.

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Boy arrested after abusing 3 family dogs | Federal Way Police Blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log from April 26 to May 2.

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King County libraries to get rid of late fees starting May 9

KCLS says late fines generate little revenue, with fines making up less than 1% of KCLS’ budget.

Students at Key To Change will have music written for them by composer in residence, Curtis Stewart.

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Key To Change string studio offers music lessons, opportunities in south King County

Based in Renton, this nonprofit for young violin and viola players will host its annual Solo String Festival…

Around the Sound Sports podcast is hosted by Ben Ray. Email benjamin.ray@soundpublishing.com.

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Youth league needs umpires | Around the Sound Sports podcast

In this episode, we talk about Federal Way National Little League’s new season and the challenges; Auburn Riverside…

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Suspects flee in stolen car after robbing store clerk | Federal Way Police Blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log from April 19-25.

Alexis De La Cerda begins his training by shadow boxing at Aztec Boxing Club. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Federal Way boxer wins first professional fight by TKO

As an amateur, Alexis De La Cerda has more than 100 fights in his career.

Photo by Alex Bruell/the Mirror
Meals on Wheels volunteer Connie Hanser loads meals from the Federal Way Community Center into her car for delivery to individuals in Federal Way on April 20. A former social worker, Hanser joined the program so that she could remain helpful in her community after retiring.

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Meals on Wheels driver delivers food and care

Connie Hanser is the Mirror’s Hometown Hero for April 2023.

Grocery Outlet takes up a large portion of the former Metropolitan Market in Federal Way. Photo by Bruce Honda.

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Grocery Outlet opens at Dash Point Village

Site of former Metropolitan Market had sat empty since 2009.

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Sentencing in ‘suitcase murders’ | Podcast

King County Crime Dive podcast.

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Federal Way ‘American Idol’ contestant Iam Tongi takes Top 12

Fate of local singer now comes down to audience voting.

The Poverty Bay Cafe staff takes a moment to pose for a photo during a busy morning at the cafe on April 26. Olivia Sullivan / Federal Way Mirror

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Poverty Bay Cafe reopens in Federal Way

After closing in 2021, the neighborhood cafe reopened in March, serving up local coffee and delicious eats.

Photo courtesy of Bruce Honda

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Community fundraises for Make Music Federal Way

The world’s largest celebration of music is Wednesday, June 21.

Decatur keeper Nathan Rainey passes the ball to a teammate. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Decatur boys soccer falls to Kentridge

Gators have two games remaining and need wins in both to stay alive