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Federal Way Mirror Female Athlete of the Week: Ciel Simpson

Simpson is a key part to the Eage bowling team and stepping into a leadership role

Carlecia Bell and Icea Pettigrew of Phenomenal She present about their organization’s work at the Hot off the Presses community open house on Nov. 21 at Poverty Bay Cafe. The next Hot off the Presses event runs 1-2:30 p.m. Dec. 19 at the cafe, 1108 South 322nd Place, Federal Way. (Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang/The Mirror)

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The Mirror invites you to attend ‘Hot off the Presses’

The next Hot off the Presses event runs 1-2:30 p.m. Dec. 19 at Poverty Bay Cafe, 1108 South…

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Boy Scouts present the colors at the Federal Way City Council meeting on Dec. 5.

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Council shuts down racist comments at last meeting of 2023

Also: Boy Scouts present the colors; commission appointments made.

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Brandy Atkinson from Valley Cities presents at the Chamber of Commerce Luncheon at the PAEC.

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FW Chamber meeting includes discussion on mental health aid

The monthly Federal Way Chamber of Commerce Luncheon on Dec. 6 featured speakers from Valley Cities, who shared…

“Sleeping Beauty: A Holiday Panto” runs through Dec. 17. (Photos provided by Centerstage)

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‘Sleeping Beauty: A Panto’ brings humor and romance to the stage

Show is running now at Centerstage Theatre in Federal Way.

Box full of fentanyl pills (Courtesy of Renton Police Department)

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Governor proposes more funding to fight fentanyl crisis

There have been 982 fentanyl-related drug deaths in King County so far this year.

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Federal Way Mirror male athlete of the week: Jaliel Anderson

Anderson is a duel sport athlete playing basketball and football

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Federal Way Mirror female athlete of the week: Chloe Bettelon

Bettelon has helped Decatur to an undefeated record in league

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Mother of Kentlake High student killed in crash continues recovery

Community rallies to support Sarah Baileigh who remains hospitalized after Nov. 17 collision in Kent

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Pregnant woman assaulted | Federal Way Police Blotter

Also: A victim stated that he attempted to help a female who appeared to need assistance around 1…

Federal Way's tree lighting festivities were held Dec. 2 at Town Square Park. (Photos courtesy of Bruce Honda)

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More December events | Federal Way Community Calendar

Poverty Bay Cafe Holiday Market: Join FUSION on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. for…

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Eagles 48 game win streak over FWPS schools is over

Todd Beamer snapped the 11 year winless streak, are the Eagles on the downturn?

Someone fired a shot that hit this car Wednesday night, Dec. 6 along Interstate 5 near South 320th Street in Federal Way. COURTESY PHOTO, Washington State Patrol

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Four freeway shootings on one night in South King County

Vehicles shot at Dec. 6 along I-5 in SeaTac and Federal Way and on State Route 167 in…

The Auburn Symphony Orchestra is among King County organizations that will benefit from the recently passed Doors Open levy. “The passage of this legislation validates the role we play and the impact we have. We’re grateful and hopeful for the future,” said Rachel Perry, executive director, Auburn Symphony Orchestra. (Courtesy photo)

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King County Council passes $782 million arts and culture levy

Levy is intended to increase access to science, heritage and the arts.

Tamairah Allen takes on a Todd Beamer defender. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Decatur and Todd Beamer hoops split doubleheader

Gator girls’ defense dominated, while the Titan boys’ offense flourished.

Adrianna Le takes a shot from downtown. Ben Ray / The Mirror

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Thomas Jefferson girls basketball falls to Foster

A 19-point fourth quarter was not enough for the Raiders to overcome the Bulldogs.

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Vandals spray-paint demands for Gaza cease-fire on U.S. Rep. Adam Smith’s Bellevue home

9th Congressional District covers parts of Bellevue, Renton, Kent, Federal Way and Auburn

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Federal Way Mirror Athlete of the Week: Jane Wanjiku

Wanjiku is hardworking and dependable and sets an example

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Federal Way Mirror Athlete of the Week: Keanu Earnest

Earnest does everything the right way, and embodies what it means to be a student-athlete

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Recent mailers in Federal Way that provide reminders to enroll in Medicare Advantage plans. They remind residents that an important enrollment period is happening, but also serve as advertisements for private insurance companies that can be misleading.

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Beware of Medicare fraud and more during the holidays

Some have dropped classic Medicare in favor of the privately insured version, only to find their medical needs…