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SR 18 will see weekend lane closures this month in Auburn

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Zamarie Tellez runs away from the Decatur defense for a touchdown. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Federal Way football dominates Decatur in 50-20 win

Zamarie Tellez, Ray Rondon record two touchdowns each in Eagles second 50 point game of the season.

The 2024 restaurant and nonprofit winners of the Taste of Federal Way celebrate their accomplishment. Photos by Bruce Honda.

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New restaurants and more will highlight Taste of Federal Way

Annual community event returns Sept. 27 at the Federal Way Farmers Market.

”Miss Holmes Returns” will open on Oct. 3. Courtesy photo.

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Centerstage begins its season of mystery on Oct. 3

“Miss Holmes Returns” is a standalone sequel to last year’s hit production.

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FWPD partnership aimed at helping distressed community members

The Federal Way Police Department’s partnership with BlueBridge will enable officers to provide things such as food and…

The Federal Way Inn and Suites at 1688 S. 348th St., which was formerly the Red Lion hotel. Photo taken in February 2023. Mirror file photo

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Opening of ‘homeless hotels’ pushed back, but moving forward

The two sites in Federal Way were purchased by King County to provide permanent supportive housing and emergency…

Home repair is just one program supported by Community Development Block Grants. Here an apartment building in Federal Way undergoes maintenance. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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City’s federal grant funding faces uncertain future

Programs to help with home repairs, provide emergency rent assistance and more hang in the balance for Federal…

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Apple blueberry muffins.

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Apple blueberry muffins | Recipe of the Week

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

From left to right: Oscar Torres Morales, Meggin Hunt, The Love Grubs, Evelyn Thompson, David Metz, Karly Burmark, Siaki Failautusi, Toaoaiga McConville. Photo courtesy of Vickie Chynoweth

Life

Federal Way’s Got Talent 2025 season concludes

This year’s winner is Toa Malosi, a Samoan fire knife dance duo.

Gabriel Lamelle is swarm tackled by Kent-Meridian players. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Thomas Jefferson can’t hold off late comeback from Kent-Meridian

Dawante Smith’s heroics fall short as Raiders still search for first win in 2025.

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WA officials respond to death of Charlie Kirk, political violence

Conservative activist was killed Sept. 10.

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Gun magazine found at the theater | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

Debbie Harvey of the Federal Way Senior Advisory Commission at the Senior Luncheon on Wednesday, Sept. 10. The luncheon included an opportunity to meet candidates for Federal Way City Council and mayor. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | Sept. 12 edition

Federal Way Farmers Market is open 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Saturdays through October at The Commons mall.

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Sports

Federal Way Mirror Male Athlete of the Week: Elijah Paris

Paris demonstrates consistency on the field and brings energy.

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Sports

Federal Way Female Athlete of the Week: Kaylee Sam

Kaylee shows incredible grit and determination.

Thomas Jefferson’s No. 1 doubles team of Vincent and Joshua Pham shake hands with Auburn Mountainview’s No. 1 doubles team of Imani Brown and Vinh Nguyen. Nathan Hyun / For the Mirror

Sports

Thomas Jefferson tennis sets sights on state tournament dreams

In Andrew Buchan’s 35th season, he’s seeking the elusive boys state title.

Malieta Redmond celebrates her goal against Auburn Mountainview. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Thomas Jefferson girls soccer lets first win slip away, leave level with Lions

Freshman Malieta Redmond netted first goal of the season for the Raiders.

Amani Hussen controls the ball against Enumclaw. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Decatur soccer downs the ‘Claw 4-3

Gators have averaged over five goals a game so far in 2025 and sit atop the 3A NPSL…

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Audit finds potential fraud in King County social services department

The department’s grant awards increased 95% in five years.

Community members practice a chair carry during their emergency training at a Basic Course of CERT in 2024. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Free emergency preparedness course starts Sept. 17 in FW

Become a civilian first responder, or just gain some new emergency preparedness skills.