News

Three teens caught after escaping from Echo Glen Children’s Center
At least ten inmates have escaped from the juvenile correctional facility this year.

Kent elementary schools celebrate Native American Heritage Month
Seattle author shares about culture of Native Americans through storytelling, song
Kent bicyclist killed in collision with vehicle along Central Avenue
Donations needed for Puget Sound Fire’s Toys for Joy program
Two Kent men charged in Federal Way murder at O’Reilly Auto Parts
Kentlake High student killed in wrong-way driver crash in Kent
State Senate Democrats’ Members of Color Caucus stands against hate
Business

Half Lion Public House closes at city of Kent’s Riverbend Golf Complex
City staff working on potential reopen plan; Half Lion faces civil lawsuits over other matters

Ack ack ack! Retro Emporium attacks with four Best of Kent awards
Since opening in 2019, Retro Emporium in Kent has been a favorite stop in Kent for eclectic gifts, pop culture… Continue reading
Sports

Kentlake Male Athlete of the Week: Makoa Planesi
Planesi is off to a great first week of practice and was student of the quarter at Kentlake
Life

Trolls from Denmark make their mark across Puget Sound
Coastal Salish tribes also embrace the project.

Rainier Youth Choirs to present holiday concert Dec. 3 in Kent
‘Sing for Peace’ celebration at New Hope Presbyterian Church
Students help celebrate renovations to Kent’s Salt Air Vista Park | Photos
Paw Patrol Live brings stage show to Kent at ShoWare Center
Christian group MercyMe to perform April 4 in Kent at ShoWare Center
Kent Senior Center offers outdoor activities for people 50 and older
Volunteer opportunities: Kent nonprofits that are making an impact
Opinion

Why you should vote in the upcoming election | Guest column
When I ask my students when the next election is, frequently they will say “November 2024” or whichever presidential year is coming up next.
Cultivating culture and spirits: The untold story of a mezcal-making Mexican farmer
Here’s a column for anyone who loves their dog | Whale’s Tales
Please protect your children from BS spreaders | Whale’s Tales
It’s time to change Kent’s City Council elections to districts | Guest column
Dear government: Hold your horses when regulating trucks | Brunell
Northwest

Renton minimum wage increase to appear on ballots in February 2024
Raise the Wage Renton urges City Council to approve the measure by council vote before then.
Federal Way Police fatally shoot man during domestic violence call
Federal Way teen’s case will be featured on ‘48 Hours’
Trolls from Denmark make their mark across Puget Sound
Young Renton girl is suspect in series of burglaries and thefts
Anonymous benefactor donates $800,000 to fully fund Auburn food bank relocation
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