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Chase Jones and his attorney Brad Barshis reading Jones’ statement to the judge. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/Sound Publishing

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Man who killed four in Renton crash sentenced to over 17 years in prison

The prosecutor reported that Chase Jones was traveling at 112 mph when he crashed into the victims.

Bonnie and Steven Kness, Officer Wells and Chief Hwang. Photo provided by the city of Federal Way.

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FWPD officers honored with life-saving awards

Chief Andy Hwang shared that “not all police agencies respond to CPR calls, but we do because protecting…

Rebecca Martin, CEO of the Greater Federal Way Chamber of Commerce, leads a meeting to create a task force in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be partially hosted in the region. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

Business

Federal Way businesses strategize for FIFA 2026

The Greater Federal Way Chamber of Commerce hosts a task force to support preparations for next summer’s World…

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Sports

Federal Way Mirror Male Athlete of the Week: Adam Thomas

Thomas had two great meets at Mount Tahoma and White River.

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Federal Way Mirror Female Athlete of the Week: Gabrielle Miller

Miller set a personal record in the long jump in a meet at Mount Tahoma.

Small American flags adorn headstones at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent. Photo Courtesy of Tahoma National Cemetery.

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Volunteers needed at Tahoma National Cemetery in South King Co.

With Memorial Day over a month away, now is a good time to consider volunteering to help families…

Facepainting was just one of many activities offered at the All the World’s a Stage event for Earth Day on April 19. Photo by Bruce Honda

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Federal Way Community Calendar | April 25 edition

Marine Hills Garden Club Plant Sale: From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 26 at 29829 8th Ave.…

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Possum put out of its misery | Federal Way police blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

Todd Beamer sophomore David Lvutin makes a pass against Enumclaw. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Hornets sting Titans with final second goal

Todd Beamer soccer has a long road to get to the playoffs, but the door isn’t closed yet.

Pictures of Rocky Lasavii from a Federal Way Police Department Public Records request. Courtesy photo

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Man attempting to lure child from FW gym pleads guilty, released

His sentence was a 12-month suspended sentence with credit for time served and two years of probation.

Richard Lavietes | Obituary

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Case dismissed against Federal Way man who dismembered roommate

The court found Nicholas Van Cleave incompetent to stand trial.

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King County fingerprint ID levy is passing at the polls

Election results: The levy would authorize an additional property tax for seven years, beginning in 2026.

Nate Gilmore notched the first Gator hit against Enumclaw. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Decatur baseball drops first game of the season to Enumclaw

After an 11-0 start, the Gators lose series opener to Hornets.

Kentlake junior Kaylee Guiles finds a hole in against Kent-Meridian. Ben Ray / The Reporter

Sports

WIAA sanctions girls flag football for high schools

Updates from assembly include transfer portal and rules for transgender athletes.

Highline College students Grace Gachie, left, and Peter Bui have earned a place on the All-Washington Academic Team. Courtesy photo

Life

Federal Way resident is a top 16 college student

With her high grade point average, the Highline College student wants to go into nursing.

Federal Way High School’s Geron White hopes to break the state record in the high jump. “It’s either beat the state record and win, or nothing. It’s either win or go home for me,” White said. Photo provided by Geno White

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Federal Way’s Geron White won the high jump title last season. What’s next?

After taking home the crown in 2024, White wants to shatter the state record in 2025.

Light of Christ Community Garden in Federal Way will host its annual Easter egg hunt April 19. Pictured: Kids enjoy a visit with the Easter Bunny in 2021 at Light of Christ Community Garden. Photo courtesy of Shelley Pauls

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Federal Way Community Calendar | April 18 edition

Easter egg hunts and Earth Day celebrations are coming up.

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Federal Way woman suspected of DUI involved in injury crash

The injured 65-year-old victim was sent to Tacoma General, but the suspect was not injured and was booked…

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Federal Way Mirror Male Athlete of the Week: Orlando Young

Young has a 3.3 GPA and has demonstrated exemplary worth ethic on and off the field.

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Federal Way Mirror Female Athlete of the Week: Piper McMonigle

McMonigle is a rare combination of experience, skill and leadership.