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Kent bus driver not neutral about winning awards
Don Haney has been driving a long time. Haney, 60, guesses he first slid behind the wheel well…
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Covington could get new elementary by 2010
With school construction costs continuing to escalate, the Kent School District has turned its attention to a new…
Business
At long last, Kent Rite Aid pharmacy opens
After a year of construction and nearly a year of sitting unused, the Rite Aid at the corner…
Life
Where were you when 9/11 happened?
It was a major moment in our nation's history, changing our lives forever. We invite you to share…
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First day of school a big one for Kent bus drivers
After two months of sleeping in and waking up with ease, the morning alarm clock must have come…
Business
Kent Chamber offers insurance to membership
The Kent Chamber of Commerce is rolling out a new program to allow members to join together to…
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Rotary donates supplies to Kent schools
At a time when many parents are worried about providing their children with the necessary supplies to start…
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Kent-based charity receives its own act of kindness
Ask and ye shall receive. Or so it was for Kelly Carroll at R Place for Refuge, who…
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More than 100 Kent students switching schools
The parents of more than 200 students in eight Kent elementary schools filed last week to have their…
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Kent schools: No worries about high-tech school supplies
With an increased focus on technology in schools, it can sometimes be hard for a parent to know…
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State Super praises Martin Sortun elementary
Teachers and staff at Martin Sortun Elementary got a surprise during their staff meeting Wednesday when the State…
Business
Banking to bullion: Gourmet Steve makes his way
Stevan Ahlbeck, the owner and founder of Gourmet Steve’s in downtown Kent, was good at his job in…
News
‘It’s not just a truck – it’s life’
It’s been a long time since Kelly Carroll has not had to get up at 5 a.m. to…
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Eight Kent schools don’t make the grade – parents alerted
Parents of students in eight Kent elementary schools now have the option of sending their children to one…
Business
Kent-based Alaska Distributors to cut 600 jobs in sell-off; officials hope most will be rehired
Kent-based Alaska Distributors Co. will cut approximately 600 jobs this fall as the company prepares to sell portions…