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Surveillance footage from April 2023 shows burglars using a truck to yank an ATM through the doors of the Puerto Vallarta restaurant in Twin Lakes. At the time of this incident, the restaurant had seen five break-ins in two months. (File photo)

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Federal Way businesses sound off on crime and safety

Police and city leaders join discussion with local business representatives.

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Homeowner deals with chronic graffiti | Federal Way Police Blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

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Raffle winners show their surprise at last year’s Best of Federal Way event. This year’s Best of Federal Way is March 6 at the Federal Way Community Center. Check out local vendors, win raffle prizes and celebrate the city’s favorite people, businesses and more.

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Federal Way Community Calendar | March 1 edition

Best of Federal Way 2024 celebration: Join the Mirror at our annual celebration of the best restaurants, businesses,…

Raising of the Ukrainian flag at Federal Way City Hall on Friday, Feb. 23. (Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror)

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Federal Way raises Ukraine flag two years after invasion

“The City of Federal Way was one of the first cities who stood up in support of Ukraine.”

Candon Bible and Geron White walk back to the Federal Way bench after falling to Skyview. (Ben Ray / The Mirror)

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State hoops: Eagles fall in round of 12

Federal Way boys basketball team is sent home in 55-47 loss to Skyview.

Will Tellis lets out a big yell during Todd Beamer’s comeback in the third quarter. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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State hoops: Todd Beamer ends T-Dome drought, sent home early

Mountlake Terrace wins despite explosive comeback from Titans.

Joseline Abundis stands atop the podium at Sammamish High School. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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FWHS gymnast wins big at state championships

Senior Joseline Abundis takes home three medals, including the all-around crown.

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Senators sponsor bill to get cash out of the cannabis industry

Dozens of cannabis dispensaries have been robbed in recent years while the laws force the shops to be…

Decatur’s Nehemiah Washington sizes up his opponent. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Mat Classic XXXV: Federal Way wrestlers take the podium

Todd Beamer’s Sekou Bangoura and Decatur’s Nehemiah Washington finish in top three.

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Federal Way Mirror Male Athete of the Week: Mason Thomas

Thomas has been resiliant all season, invaluable to Eagles basketball.

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Federal Way Mirror Female Athlete of the Week: Marina Velasco-Bono

Velasco-Bono is a hardworking gritty wrestler, her grades also reflect that of a champion.

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KC prosecutor’s office supports catalytic converter theft legislation

ESHB 2153 would make catalytic converters traceable and harder to sell illegally.

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Centerstage Theatre presents ‘First Date, The Musical’

The show runs March 29 to April 21.

Local author Teresa Bateman holds a thick folder of her personal antidotes for writer’s block. The folder is full of her ideas and inspiration. Behind her is a large red poster that has hung on the wall behind her desk for years. It was made by some of her students and based on one of her picture books. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang/ The Mirror.

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Federal Way author has written 20-plus children’s books

For Teresa Bateman, writing is “like playing the piano, the more you do it, the better you get…

Photos courtesy of Centerstage.
The cast of “Spider’s Web” answers student questions about the performance they did as part of the Page to Stage program.

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Centerstage’s Page to Stage program makes theatre more accessible

Five years ago, the program was just an idea to give free tickets to high school students.

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Southbound 23rd Ave. S. closes for light rail construction in Federal Way

In preparation for upcoming Link light rail service at the Federal Way Transit Center Sound Transit, crews will…

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Councilmember Jack Dovey at the Federal Way City Council meeting on Feb. 20.

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Council moves to ban RVs from parking in nonresidential areas

Also: City is seeking a grant to improve safety measures near Federal Way High School.

Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror.
Three youth leaders from the African Young Dreamers Empowerment Project International (AYDEPI) speak at the organization’s Winter Ball in December 2023. AYDEPI is sponsoring an upcoming Black History Event on Feb. 24 at the same location.

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Federal Way Community Calendar | Feb. 23 edition

From 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Feb. 24, Federal Way High School will host a Black History Month…

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School officials deal with ‘marijuana lobster’ | Federal Way Police Blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

Will Tellis drives to the basket in the first half en route to 26 points. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Hoops: Todd Beamer Titans move one game closer to Tacoma Dome

Senior Will Tellis drops game high 26 points en route to win over Ridgeline.