News
Sound Transit breaks ground on second Kent Sounder parking garage
$62 million project scheduled to be done in 2027 with 400-plus stalls
Threats to Renton, Auburn and Kent school districts under investigation
“Targeted schools in my list, Washington,” the post stated with a smiley face emoji prior to listing 22 King County and Pierce County schools, ranging from elementary to high school.
Business
Chuck E. Cheese in Kent plans grand reopening Oct. 9
Newly remodeled Kent location will offer special deals during celebration
Registration open for Kent Turkey Challenge’s food bank fundraiser
Competition among businesses to collect money, food donations for Thanksgiving meals
Sports
Thunderbirds win in overtime to open home schedule
Nishaan Parmar’s OT goal capped a two goal comeback after the T-Birds trailed 4-2 in third period.
Life
Street of Treats Halloween event in downtown Kent set for Oct. 26
A frightfully fun family outing from 2 to 5 p.m. at 11 participating businesses
The Wolf’s Hometown Holiday country concert set for Dec. 5 in Kent
Plants are the new pets: Bringing some lively green to your living space
Plants are the new pets: Bringing some lively green to your living space
PAX West: Highlighting local games, charities
Harlem Globetrotters to bring high-flying show to Kent in February
Opinion
Thoughts on Memorial Day and the ultimate sacrifice | Brunell
On Memorial Day, we traditionally honor Americans in our military who gave their lives in battle for our country. It… Continue reading
In search of fairness, morals and good sportsmanship | Whale’s Tales
Ah, the Golden Rule. We all know it: do unto others as you would have them do unto you. And… Continue reading
Northwest
Minimum wage is going up in Washington
Cities can set minimum wages higher than the state. Seattle, SeaTac, Tukwila, Renton, Bellingham and Burien all will have higher wages in 2025.
Fewer Washington residents have delinquent debt than national average
About 14% of Washington residents carry delinquent debt, lower than the national average of 22%, according to a recent analysis… Continue reading
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Asylum seekers in Kent moved from tent encampment to housing, shelter
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Chuck E. Cheese in Kent plans grand reopening Oct. 9
Threats to Renton, Auburn and Kent school districts under investigation
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