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Black Diamond resident Andrew Baim being led out of the courtroom after the jury started deliberating his verdict. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

‘True accountability’ achieved: Baim guilty of murdering Nick Valison

A jury convicted him of running over a beloved Ravensdale resident with a stolen truck in 2023.

 

The Enumclaw Fire Department responded to the fire at the Enumclaw 7-11 around 3 a.m. Aug. 27. COURTESY PHOTO, Enumclaw Fire Department

Kent man charged with Enumclaw 7-Eleven arson

Jerome Whitmore claimed he was trying to summon police because he was being chased by a gang.

 

Special Olympics athletes high-five each other after a swim relay race at the 2025 Spring Games at the Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center in Federal Way. The aquatic center is among recreational facilities and parks across the region that would receive upgrades with the passage of the King County Parks Levy on the Aug. 5 primary ballot. (File photo)

King County seeks renewal for parks levy in primary election

Levy would fund multiple projects in South King County. Primary election is Aug. 5.

 

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Child, 12, dead, mother arrested after Enumclaw fatal crash

King County deputies say the Auburn woman hit a ditch, causing the car to go airborne and roll.

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Two people were transported by helicopter after a three-vehicle crash Oct. 13 on State Route 410 near Enumclaw. Two people died at the scene. COURTESY PHOTO, Puget Sound Fire

Enumclaw woman, 63, charged after deadly SR 410 crash

Michelle Oster has been charged with two counts of vehicular homicide and two counts of vehicular assault.

Two people were transported by helicopter after a three-vehicle crash Oct. 13 on State Route 410 near Enumclaw. Two people died at the scene. COURTESY PHOTO, Puget Sound Fire
Kelsey Hall has been growing dahlias since 2018; her farm now sells more than 4,000 flowers a year, and grows up to 200 different varieties. Photo courtesy Kelsey Hall

Local farm’s fame blooms in light of a newly-discovered dahlia

“Daffodahlia” caught the attention of Martha Stewart.

Kelsey Hall has been growing dahlias since 2018; her farm now sells more than 4,000 flowers a year, and grows up to 200 different varieties. Photo courtesy Kelsey Hall
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Enumclaw School District to enforce no cell/device policies this year

Cellphones can be used in non-instruction settings at high school, but are banned at middle schools

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Maple Valley teen killed in single-vehicle crash outside Black Diamond | Update

17-year-old boy identified by King County Medical Examiner’s Office

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Whooping cough: Infants, mothers, seniors urged to get vaccine as cases rise

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A screenshot of King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn speaking about a proposed amendment for the proposed $20 minimum wage ordinance. (Screenshot)

King County approves $20.29 minimum wage for unincorporated areas

Councilmember Reagan Dunn and more than a dozen business owners argued tips and health care expenses should be a part of the new wage. The council passed the ordinance without the amendment.

A screenshot of King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn speaking about a proposed amendment for the proposed $20 minimum wage ordinance. (Screenshot)
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Auburn’s Phil Fortunato announces secretary of state run

District 31 Republican senator wants to test Washington’s voting registration system for weaknesses.

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Trooper shot in Kent ‘lucky to be alive,’ according to sources

Tourniquet had to be applied to his leg to save his life

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Illegal guns and ammunition reportedly discovered at the home and storage unit of a Black Diamond couple. COURTESY PHOTO, U.S. Department of Justice

Black Diamond couple charged with possessing illegal weapons, distributing drugs

Department of Justice claims the investigation reveals a larger firearm and drug trafficking scheme.

Illegal guns and ammunition reportedly discovered at the home and storage unit of a Black Diamond couple. COURTESY PHOTO, U.S. Department of Justice
Separate timed entry reservations are required for the Paradise Corridor on the south side of the park and the Sunrise Corridor in the northeast corner of the park off of SR410. Graphic courtesy National Park Service

And what name should we put you under? Mount Rainier to require summer reservations to visit

Be on the lookout for reservation releases this spring for trips in May through September.

Separate timed entry reservations are required for the Paradise Corridor on the south side of the park and the Sunrise Corridor in the northeast corner of the park off of SR410. Graphic courtesy National Park Service
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King County Agricultural commissioner lays out farming changes, challenges

Enumclaw woman appointed to 15-member board that advises King County Council, staff

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KCLS releases best books list of 2023

Librarians are always reading — here’s their top picks for this year.

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Should voters use unofficial ballot drop boxes?

King County does not recommend utilizing third-parties when it comes to ballots and elections.

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Unofficial ballot drop boxes open in Enumclaw

It’s unclear what will happen to the ballots if they are dropped off at two private businesses

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and King County Council member Reagan Dunn.

Reagan Dunn signs on with Ron DeSantis’ Washington campaign team

King County Council member says DeSantis is the ‘future of the Republican party’

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and King County Council member Reagan Dunn.
Check Out Washington’s Adventure packs come with a Discover Pass educational materials, pocket guides, and a pair of binoculars. Photo courtesy Washington State Parks

“Check Out Washington” with more Adventure Packs this summer

You can borrow a free Discover Pass, educational materials about state parks, and a pair of binoculars with your KCLS library card

Check Out Washington’s Adventure packs come with a Discover Pass educational materials, pocket guides, and a pair of binoculars. Photo courtesy Washington State Parks