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Kent students learn new moves in basic ballet | SLIDESHOW

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

Now open: Janet Camarata

Business

Genealogy center opens in Kent

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

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

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‘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…

Melissa DeSalle’s shop includes many early American pattern glass and cut glass collectibles

Business

Kent woman shows her passion with antique store

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

Gwen Allen-Carston

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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…

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

Opinion

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…

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

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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.

Kelly Carroll

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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…

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

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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.

Nancy Simpson

News

New exhibit, changes embrace museum

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

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

Business

Veterinarian joins solar generation | Briefs

A Kent veterinarian has gone solar. Dr. Rob McMonigle recently had solar panels installed on the roof of…

Dawn Walsh

News

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…

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

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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…

Anna Kasabyan offers up a dish of Skylars

Business

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.

Zhakaysha Garrett

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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…

In tribute to their father: Matthew Nelson

Life

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.

Zane McCune

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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…

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

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‘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…

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

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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…

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

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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…