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Intoxicated man honks at police department | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

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Homeless encampment at the Green River.

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Homelessness still rising in Washington, state data shows

Homelessness is still on the rise in Washington, but data collected by the state Department of Commerce shows…

Local Ukrainian community leader and South King Fire Chaplain Vitaliy Piekhotin speaks at the first Ukrainian flag raising. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way raises Ukrainian flag | Photos

Local residents are helping their home country during the war.

Photos of Rashawn Lucas from a GoFundMe for his funeral expenses. Courtesy photos

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Man charged for Aug. 18 Federal Way killing at apartment

Rashawn Lucas died from a single gunshot wound.

Infographic from the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office showing the number of retail crime filings through June each year since 2021. Courtesy photo.

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Prosecutor’s office: Retail crime cases increasing since 2021

This increase was attributed to the implementation of a prosecutor dedicated to working full-time on retail crime case…

Todd Beamer players work on their agility during fall camp. Alexis Phung / For the Reporter

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Todd Beamer football: Building a foundation for the future

The Titans may be young roster, but it is an opportunity to lay the groundwork for years to…

Sophomore Antoine Williams Jr. makes a pass during a drill at Decatur. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Decatur football prepares to follow up historic 2024 season

Gators are retooled with new senior leadership heading into 2025 with a target on their back.

Bob Darrigan with a puppet at the Federal Way Farmers Market. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Meet Bob Darrigan, an involved FW community member

His main service is in the Federal Way Lions Club, which he has been a member of for…

Sweet and savory summer salad. Photo by Vickie Chynoweth

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Sweet and savory summer 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…

Sharon Gentry is the owner of Curves, Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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All-women’s gym opens new spot in Federal Way

“Most of our women want to be strong, want to be healthier,” said Curves owner Sharon Gentry.

Left to right: The spot where the explosion occurred and the vehicle where the explosion originated being towed away. Photos by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Explosion destroys vehicle in Federal Way

The explosion did not appear to be accidental

The annual FUSION Summer Arts Gala - themed “Waves of Change” - was held Aug. 9 at Dumas Bay Centre. The event brought in more than $500,000 for local families experiencing homelessness. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | Aug. 22 edition

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

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Woman hitting cars with umbrella | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

Vickie Chynoweth, Assistant Manager of the Federal Way Farmers Market, asks the city leadership to support the healthy seniors program at the Aug. 12 meeting. Photo by Bruce Honda

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City expands access to food vouchers for seniors

City leadership has expanded the number of seniors who will have access to fresh, healthy food through the…

The USPS signage in front of the Federal Way location’s employee entrance. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Federal Way USPS mailing center fined $33K for waste violations

The same violations were found in three different years, spanning back to 2018.

Photos of Matthew Krutenat. Courtesy photos.

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Suspect arrested in shooting death at Federal Way apartment

Matthew Krutenat was arrested as a suspect in the fatal shooting of a 43-year-old man at The Shores…

Jalen McDaniels in Philadelphia via NBC Sports Philadelphia. Rich Schultz/ Getty Images

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FWHS alum Jalen McDaniels signs with New Orleans

The former Eagle continues his NBA journey, looking to make an impact with the Pelicans.

Caution tape and officers at The Shores Apartments on Aug. 18. By Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Fatal shooting at The Shores Apartments in Federal Way

On Aug. 18, a man was pronounced dead after he suffered a gunshot wound to the chest.

Rob McPherson as the Drunken Tenor. Courtesy photo.

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Opera star from Federal Way finds the right funny mix

Rob McPherson and Opera Unbound embrace the unconventional.

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Tolling coming this fall to new SR 509 Expressway near Kent

Portion of new expressway off of Interstate 5 now open