Mark Klaas

Be nimble

Kent students learn new moves in basic ballet | SLIDESHOW

Students at Emerald Park Elementary discovered the art, expression and athleticism of ballet last week.

Be nimble
Kent Mountain View Academy is a small school with a big heart. Students wear “Alyssa's Angels” T-shirts and sweatshirts each week in support of Alyssa Zoll

‘Alyssa’s Angels’ shine: Kent school rallies to support cancer-stricken girl

The well-travelled, often squeezed and frequently exchanged sock monkey is a reminder of a precious girl and her plight.

Kent Mountain View Academy is a small school with a big heart. Students wear “Alyssa's Angels” T-shirts and sweatshirts each week in support of Alyssa Zoll
Now open: Janet Camarata

Genealogy center opens in Kent

Genealogists enjoy a good history puzzle and welcome the research necessary to help uncover the past.

Now open: Janet Camarata
Melissa DeSalle’s shop includes many early American pattern glass and cut glass collectibles

Kent woman shows her passion with antique store

Collecting antiques and other things is part of what Melissa DeSalle is all about.

Melissa DeSalle’s shop includes many early American pattern glass and cut glass collectibles
Gwen Allen-Carston

Barbershop Talks set for Kent Commons

It's a creative new event, an opportunity to gather and engage the community, a way to honor Martin Luther King Jr. as the nation observes the late civil rights leader's birthday Monday.

Gwen Allen-Carston
Riverbend's nine-hole par 3 has been an affordable

Local group to save par 3 vows to keep swinging | Klaas

A local group is shooting to save the scenic par 3 course at the Riverbend Golf Complex. They are prepared for a political and financial face-off with Kent city officials and potential developers to keep a valley treasure that's dear to the hearts of golfers and duffers, young and old.

Riverbend's nine-hole par 3 has been an affordable
Michael Heinisch has worked wonders at Kent Youth and Family Services for 14 years

Bringing it back to Kent: Heinisch, KYFS make impact on many lives | 2013 Person of the Year

The challenges are great, the opportunity to help others even more significant today. Mike Heinisch knows as much.

Michael Heinisch has worked wonders at Kent Youth and Family Services for 14 years
Nancy Simpson

New exhibit, changes embrace museum

Kent's enchanting and ever-changing museum is making improvements while offering new exhibits.

Nancy Simpson
Kelly Carroll

Reaching out for help in difficult times

A compassionate woman, Kelly Carroll has devoted considerable time to helping others in her community. It's just her nature.

Kelly Carroll
Mayor Suzette Cooke joins KentHOPE executive board members in cutting the ribbon

Community welcomes KentHOPE Day Center for women, children

It represents a small step in the Kent community's ambitious plan to address a growing homeless problem.

Mayor Suzette Cooke joins KentHOPE executive board members in cutting the ribbon
Dr. Rob McMonigle is drawing solar power and reducing energy costs at his Kent practice.

Veterinarian joins solar generation | Briefs

A Kent veterinarian has gone solar. Dr. Rob McMonigle recently had solar panels installed on the roof of his practice, McMonigle Veterinary Hospital, to help generate renewable power and reduce energy costs.

Dr. Rob McMonigle is drawing solar power and reducing energy costs at his Kent practice.
Dawn Walsh

Local woman shares a chapter of her life as ‘An MP in Cold War Berlin’

As a U.S. Army military police officer stationed in Berlin, Germany, Dawn Walsh experienced a part of world history.

Dawn Walsh
One of many grants and scholarships: Kent Lions’ Gary Atwood

Kent Lions Club celebrates 75 years of service, gives back | SLIDESHOW

City and community leaders came together to celebrate the Kent Lions Club's 75 years of service last Saturday night.

One of many grants and scholarships: Kent Lions’ Gary Atwood
Anna Kasabyan offers up a dish of Skylars

Small Kent bakery goes big on flavor

Circumstances and a passion for perfecting home-spun recipes have changed the immediate career course for Anna Kasabyan.

Anna Kasabyan offers up a dish of Skylars
Zhakaysha Garrett

Community spotlight: Garrett makes a difference for others

Zhakaysha Garrett vows to shape her community. Her vision is for Kent to one day support and open a multipurpose youth center, something that is important in building a strong bond between active kids and helpful adults.

Zhakaysha Garrett
In tribute to their father: Matthew Nelson

Bringing back legendary Ricky Nelson’s sound, story; twin sons carry on tradition

Matthew Nelson best describes his dad's legendary music and acting career as a series of comebacks.

In tribute to their father: Matthew Nelson
Tom O’Connell has maintained the same farm his family established more than 140 years ago.

A Kent pioneer and his place: O’Connell legacy lives on with lasting family farm

From his perch atop a small tractor, Tom O'Connell appears at peace as he putters around his family's enduring farm.

Tom O’Connell has maintained the same farm his family established more than 140 years ago.
Zane McCune

Verity Lodge makes plans, upgrades hall

New things continue to happen at Kent's Verity Lodge No. 59, one of state's earliest organizations devoted to the philosophical origins and teachings of Freemasonry.

Zane McCune
Jerry 'The King' Ruth points to one of his crew members as he revs up his restored 1969 Top Fuel dragster.

‘The King’ roars again: Drag racing legend does a cameo in Kent | SLIDESHOW

Drag racing legend Jerry "The King" Ruth recently returned to the seat of his restored 1969 Top Fuel dragster – but only for a moment.

Jerry 'The King' Ruth points to one of his crew members as he revs up his restored 1969 Top Fuel dragster.
The Rev. Jimmie James speaks to the crowd during the Our Place in the March event in Kent last Sunday

MLK tribute: Kent group carries a bigger voice | SLIDESHOW

What began as a small grassroots group with a clear mission has become something bigger in the local community.

The Rev. Jimmie James speaks to the crowd during the Our Place in the March event in Kent last Sunday