News
Sound Transit light rail trains are now running on clean energy
PSE’s Green Direct program allows agency to power Link trains with carbon-free energy
Life
Free Park Days in 2021 start in January
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will again offer 12 free days next year, in which day-use…
News
King County Council passes $12.59 billion biennial budget
King County Council on Nov. 17 passed a $12.59 billion biennial budget for 2021-2022, providing funding for anti-racist…
Life
Annual Celtic Yuletide Concert in Kent moves online Dec. 6
Magical Strings to keep tradition going
News
City of Kent’s free Thanksgiving dinner changes to drive-thru event
Families must register to pick up meals Nov. 21 at Kent Senior Activity Center
Business
Holiday event set for Nov. 28 in downtown Kent
Inside Out Open Air Dining and Marketplace to go from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; tree lighting at…
News
Crews pave new roundabout at Fourth and Willis in Kent
Intersection previously at traffic signals
News
SR 410 east of Enumclaw reopens following repairs
Two-way traffic again after damage from September wildfire
Northwest
King County Library System hires director of diversity, equity and inclusion
Dominica Myers oversaw racial equity and social impact initiatives with Seattle Opera
News
CWU experiences strong international student growth in Western Washington
Including university’s program at Highline College in Des Moines
News
Kent Schools Foundation hosts online fundraiser to support Kent students
Donations to be taken through Nov. 30
Sports
Emerald Downs concludes season with daily wagering up 61% over last year
Off-track fans bet average of $1.79 million per day during 38-day session
News
Two Auburn men charged with hate crime after brutal beating in Federal Way
Suspects allegedly attacked Black man and yelled racial slurs
Life
Kent Spotlight Series offers Taj Mahal livestream performance
Nov. 17 from Berkeley, California
Life
Final week in Kent for Carpinito Brothers Pumpkin Patch, Corn Maze and Fun Yard
Open 9 a.m. to dusk daily through Oct. 31
News
Lunar Rover Vehicles built in Kent receive state historic landmark status
Buggies still on the Moon from Apollo trips in early 1970s