Skaters ages 5+ competed in the NW Grind Competition on May 4.

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SLIDESHOW | NW Grind Competition tears it up at Kent 360 Park

Contestants from ages five and older competed on Saturday at the NW Grind Competition at Kent 360 Park.

Gov. Jay Inslee spoke on funding education by closing tax loopholes.

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Gov. Inslee vows to fund education, pitches proposal

Gov. Jay Inslee spoke to educators and administrators Thursday afternoon regarding his plan to fund education.

Lindy Styer helps disabled people throughout South King County with her origami creations.

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Kent entrepreneur helps disabled people with the art of origami

With a fold here and a bent corner there, entrepreneur Lindy Styer is helping disabled people throughout South…

Honoring a hero: Friends

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Kent firefighter leaves his legacy, love for family

Robert "Uncle Bob" Schmidt was lucky enough to have two families – his wife, Kim, and two sons,…

Kentridge’s Lizzet Dominguez is one of the reasons the Chargers took second place behind Tahoma in the SPSL North.

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Kentridge produces solid SPSL fastpitch season

In the seven years she's coached the Kentridge High fastpitch team, Julie Simonson has never seen a more…

Christine Nguyen has excelled in the spot of judo behind the guidance of her coach

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Nguyen finds new tradition in Judo

After years of dance and gymnastics classes, Christine Nguyen decided to start a new tradition for herself. She…

Chris McCracken died Tuesday

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Kent-Meridian special needs student dies of unknown causes

A student in the special needs program at Kent-Meridian High School died April 16 from unknown causes. According…

Paddling drills: Karla Kreger

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VIDEO | ‘Reach it out’: Dragon boat crews part the waters

In unison, a group of 12 people dig their paddles into the waters of Lake Meridian, grunting and…

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KSD considers introducing charter schools

The Kent School District, along with 12 others from throughout the state, has taken the first steps toward…

Arries Mcquarter

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Famous pianist mentors Kent-Meridian student

A slightly nervous but excited Arries Mcquarter walked to the piano as students rushed the stage. Mcquarter had…

Kentridge’s Kyana Esber eyes the ball during a recent practice. Esber might team up with Katie Ly in doubles for a shot at the Class 4A state tournament.

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Ly, Esber connect on Charger courts

Katie Ly and Kyana Esber have been playing tennis in the same circle since the seventh grade. They…

Spruce it up: A Google Earth photo shows Kentwood’s grass field and track to be renovated this summer.

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District to build new sports facilities for two Kent high schools

Kentridge and Kentwood high schools are scheduled to receive brand new tracks, synthetic football fields and lights as…

Elaine Jurun will compete this weekend in the U.S. Adult Figure Skating Championships in Scottsdale

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Jurun blossoms in masters figure skating, competes in U.S. showcase

Elaine Jurun has never let fear stop her from reaching a goal. As a child, the blades of…

Seamus Raab

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SLIDESHOW | Kent family wins playhouse from the Thunderbirds

The Thunderbird Community Sports Foundation and Schneider Homes delivered a playhouse to their season-long raffle winner Thursday.

Left to right) Salina Man

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SLIDESHOW | Meadow Ridge Elementary School hosts multicultural night

Meadow Ridge Elementary School invited staff and families to celebrate diversity at its multicultural night.

On target: Rachel Gore

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SLIDESHOW | Seattle Majestics score new owners

The Kent-based Seattle Majestics women's tackle football team was purchased last year by Scott and Shanna McCarron.

Shelby Gardiner is one of the few Kent-Meridian players with fastpitch experience.

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Prep spotlight: K-M’s Gardiner fills leadership role

Even though she's young, Kent-Meridian High's Shelby Gardiner is a seasoned leader amongst her peers. Last year, as…

Kent Meridian's Anna Seng

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Kent-Meridian fastpitch team finds fun despite losses in SPSL play

The girls circled up before the next inning and put their hands together. "One, two, three, believe," they…

On target: Rachel Gore

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Kent-based Majestics score new owners

Sweet and soft-spoken Shanna McCarron will never forget that moment during her rookie season when her 1-year-old son…

The Chatelaines pose in their Wizard of Oz themed costumes at the 2013 State Dance/Drill Competition.

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Chatelaines dance their way to victory

The Kentridge High School Dance Team, the Chatelaines, received glowing marks at last weekend's state competition at the…