Site Logo
Photo provided by MSC
Kirsten York.

News

New CEO takes the reins at Multi-Service Center

Kirsten York replaces outgoing CEO Robin Corak.

All of the descendants of John and Mary Conna who were present gathered for a group photo after the festivities. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

News

Bus stop mural celebrates Federal Way pioneer

John Conna became the first African-American political appointee in state history.

Jazmyn DuBose celebrates after scoring her second goal of the game. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Thomas Jefferson takes down Beamer in FW Memorial Field’s inaugural game

Sophomore Jazmyn DuBose stole the show with two goals of her own.

File photo

News

Tesla stumps auto thief | Federal Way Police Blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log from Oct. 11 - Oct. 17.

The first leg of the 200 IM gets ready at the all-city meet. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Thomas Jefferson girls swim team crowned champs of the city

Decatur places second, while Federal Way and Todd Beamer round out the order.

Federal Way Memorial Field’s scoreboard. (Photo courtesy of Bruce Honda)

Sports

New stadium marks progress — and something everyone should be proud of

Federal Way Memorial Field’s rebuild was long overdue.

Around the Sound Sports podcast is hosted by Ben Ray. Email benjamin.ray@soundpublishing.com.

Sports

Soccer, volleyball and football rivalries | Around the Sound Sports podcast

In this episode we look at the Kentwood vs. Kentridge soccer rivalry, which resulted in a draw. We…

King County Crime Dive podcast.

Northwest

Prolific burglar arrested again | King County Crime Dive

In this episode, we take a closer look at how Renton police arrested serial burglary suspect Feleti Wight…

Highline College in Des Moines is one of the most diverse higher education institutions in Washington state. File photo

News

Fewer students enroll at state’s public colleges, study says

Enrollment has picked up since the pandemic, but the lag threatens the state’s quest for education equity.

Gov. Jay Inslee poses with local Oxford House chapter representatives, residents and outreach workers along with staff from the Washington Healthcare Authority in Federal Way. Photos by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

News

Gov. Inslee visits Oxford House in Federal Way

‘The fundamental message is that recovery is possible.’

One possible improvement at Lake Geneva Park will be safety and accessibility improvements like railings on docks that are popular places for community members to fish. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

News

How should the county spend money on East Federal Way?

Public input sought for projects in unincorporated areas outside city limits.

Junior Sione Kongaika pushes off a defender. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Federal Way Eagles football gets back on track with win

After starting 1-5, Eagles clinch playoffs and are back in the win column for first time since Sept.…

Photo provided by Curves
On Sept. 30, Curves held its 5th annual 5K Walk/Run. Twenty-two participants ranging in age from 1 to 60 gathered at the gym to enjoy each other’s company and complete the little over three-mile course.

Life

Oct. events | Federal Way Community Calendar

Enchanté: Celebration of the Arts: The event Oct. 14 will begin with a festive reception at the Federal…

City council candidates from left to right at the Oct. 11 debate: Lydia Assefa-Dawson, Mark Greene, Susan Honda, Roger Flygare, Katherine Festa, Jack Walsh and Linda Kochmar. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / The Mirror

News

Election 2023: FW council, school board candidates take the stage

Mirror hosts candidate forum.

Carla Avelino. COURTESY PHOTO, GoFundMe

News

Federal Way woman killed in Kent car crash identified

Carla Avelino Cayetano, 22, remembered as ‘a remarkably funny, intelligent and beautiful soul’

File photo

News

Man stabs bus with knife | Federal Way Police Blotter

Following is a sample from the Federal Way police log from Oct. 4 - Oct. 10.

Lucas Vlaysk rips a forehand early in his contest deciding match. Ben Ray / The Mirror

Sports

Tennis: Thomas Jefferson hands Auburn Riverside first loss of season

With the win, the Raiders have a chance at a league title for first time since 2019.

t

Sports

Auburn Riverside has great week, TJ tennis guarantees league split | Around the Sound Sports podcast

In this episode, lots of tightly contested teams went at it from the Week of Oct. 2-6. Lindbergh…

June Paik (left) and her employees at Master Hair Care can work with clients for hours to find the perfect wig or hair piece. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Business

Master Hair Care offers quality wigs, warm service for cancer patients

Located in Federal Way, this woman-owned small business is one of the most recommended in the area for…

Overview of the updated footprints for the three possible alternatives for the proposed Sound Transit Operations and Maintenance Facility. Image provided by Sound Transit.

News

Feedback sought for future light rail facility in Federal Way

Approximately 76 percent of the 66 acres of the proposed South 336th Street alternative are owned by the…