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King County is considering ways to increase both the supply of and demand for compost to help divert organic material from the landfill.

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Tree recycling, holiday compost tips for Federal Way residents

The holiday season generates plenty of generosity and cheer, but can also bring a lot of waste in…

Police are requesting the public’s help in identifying this assault suspect in connection with a hatchet attack in Town Square Park in Federal Way. (Photo provided by Federal Way Police Department)

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FW police search for hatchet attack suspect

Incident took place at Town Square Park, 31600 Pete von Reichbauer Way S.

Representative Jamila Taylor and Senator Claire Wilson at the Legislative Agenda Breakfast. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror

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Federal Way’s legislative agenda targets police pursuits

Public safety and transportation highlight discussion among city leaders and state legislators.

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Man threatens employees with axe | Federal Way Police Blotter

From the Federal Way police log.

Students hold signs sharing their fear of being the next victim of a vehicle / pedestrian collision as they walk to school Dec. 18. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror
Students hold signs sharing their fear of being the next victim of a vehicle / pedestrian collision as they walk to school Dec. 18. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Students want safer school crossing on Pacific Highway

Protest highlights safety issue near Federal Way High School.

Kofi Peyton lines up a three-point shot. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Hoops: Federal Way boys take down Kentwood on the road

Eagles have bounced back and have won three straight.

Samiya Gildon hold the finish as she bowls at Secoma Lanes. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Bowling: Thomas Jefferson picks up the spare and defeats Decatur

Decatur’s Mack Hatten (459) tallied 11 strikes in a row, while Samiya Gildon (419) led Raiders.

Lori Anne Razpotnik. (Courtesy of the King County Sheriff’s Office.)

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Human remains identified as victim of Green River Killer

“Bones 17” belonged to a girl named Lori Anne Razpotnik.

Members of the Valley Medical Oncology department pose with one of the chairs from the Infusion Center. Each chair costs $6,000. Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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Valley Medical Cancer Center construction to begin in January

A “skybreaking” ceremony at the future site of the Valley Medical Cancer Center explored the need for a…

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Audit suggests pollution from Boeing Field may disproportionately impact BIPOC communities

Auditors found the airport lacks a clear strategy to achieve its goal of becoming a “green airport.”

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Freeway shooter charged for attacks on I-5

Suspect remains in jail on $1 million bail.

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Federal Way Mirror Male Athlete of the Week: Ruben Ruiz

Through the first three weeks of competitions the freshman has gone 9-0.

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Vendors brought plenty of holiday cheer at FUSION’s holiday market.

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Dec. events | Federal Way Community Calendar

Don’t miss: From 4 to 7 p.m. Dec. 16, Pacific Bonsai Museum illuminates its world-renowned collection with soft…

Kids could sit with Santa for photos at the spontaneous stops along the Santa Parade route on Dec. 12. Photos by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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Santa parades bring smiles across Federal Way

The events also collect hundreds of pounds of food for people in need.

The child was jumping on this trampoline when she fell and got cut. (Photo provided by Morgan Bray)

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Mom considers lawsuit over daughter’s injury at Federal Way school

4-year-old girl was playing on a trampoline in a classroom when she fell and cut her face on…

Local leaders help cut the ribbon at the Federal Way toxicology lab opening event. From left to right: Mayor Jim Ferrell, Sen. Claire Wilson, Deputy Mayor Susan Honda, Governor Jay Inslee, Council President Linda Kochmar, Dr. Fiona Couper, Director of the Forensic Laboratory Services Bureau, WSP Chief John Batiste and Police Chief Andy Hwang. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

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State patrol opens new toxicology lab in Federal Way

Facility expected to speed up test results related to DUIs and assaults.

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Woman finds two men hiding in her closet | Federal Way Police Blotter

Burglary tools were found in the closet and a hole was being made into the apartment.

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DUI patrols to increase for Dec. 15 weekend in King and Pierce counties

State’s Liquor and Cannabis Board is educating bar and restaurant servers on the dangers of overservice.

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King County provides nearly $10 million to South King County for land conservation

Conservation Futures Tax levy allows counties to collect a property tax to protect open spaces.

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Suspect in I-5 freeway shootings arrested in Auburn

Of the five shooting incidents, one resulted in injury, with the shooter striking the driver of a vehicle…