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The I-405/SR 167 interchange is one of the most heavily congested interchanges in the state. A project will build a new flyover ramp connecting the HOT lanes on SR 167 to the carpool lanes on I-405 in Renton. This ramp will improve traffic flow and safety at this critical interchange.

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I-405/SR 167 Executive Advisory Group to discuss next corridor projects and priorities

Local elected officials and transportation agency representatives from the Interstate 405 and State Route 167 corridor will meet…

Jennifer Grajewski directs the ART performers for the classic story this summer.

Life

At the Ridge Theatre takes a sharp cut at ‘Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street’

At the Ridge Theatre (ART) presents "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street," July 28-Aug. 13.

Letters to the Editor

Council stuck in spin cycle

It shouldn't surprise us that our Kent City Council has proven once more their expertise at wasting time…

Letters to the Editor

Thank you, mayor, City Council

I want to thank Kent Mayor Suzette Cooke, for considering a veto on a measure passed by the…

Letters to the Editor

Decisions ignore will of the voters

How much time and money did it take for the city financial task force to come to the…

U.S. Sen. Patty Murray

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U.S. Sen. Murray proposes $920 million in funding to expand opioid treatment programs

U.S. Sen. Patty Murray joined others to introduce legislation to give states the tools and resources to invest…

The Rainier Youth Choirs perform at a past summer camp concert.

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Rainier Youth Choirs presents ‘Amazing Race’ Summer Day Camp

Inspired by the CBS show "Amazing Race," this year's Rainier Youth Choirs summer camp Aug. 15-18 explores Japan,…

King County Councilman Dave Upthegrove.

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King County committee proposes $87 million affordable housing investment

The King County Council’s Budget and Fiscal Management Committee approved on Wednesday a plan to invest $87 million…

The work requires WSDOT contractor crews to reduce sections of southbound I-5 in Tukwila

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Projects on southbound I-5 and SR 167 add up to slowdown

First of five weekends of I-5 construction starts July 15-18.

David K. Menke

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Kent man to head public safety efforts at Highline College

David K. Menke has been named director of public safety and emergency management at Highline College.

Former Kentwood High School basketball standout Courtney Vandersloot brings the ball up court in a recent Chicago Sky game against the Atlanta Dream.

Sports

Former Kentwood basketball standout Vandersloot fights through ankle injuries

Courtney Vandersloot's return to the Puget Sound region has a much different feel than last season.

Congressman Dave Reichert

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Reichert to participate on policing strategies working group

Congressman Dave Reichert, R-Auburn, who served in law enforcement for 33 years, including eight years as King County…

Sports

Kentlake High student finishes first in Cornucopia Days 5K

The Kent Cornucopia Days 5K fun run last Saturday drew 544 runners and walkers.

Bicyclists take part in the 2015 Seattle to Portland Classic as they head down South 196th Street in Kent. The 2016 ride is Saturday

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STP bicyclists to fill Kent streets on Saturday

Bicyclists will fill the streets of Kent and the rest of Western Washington during the Group Health Seattle…

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King County Council sends proposal to voters to make charter, code gender neutral

The Metropolitan King County Council on Monday approved sending to the voters in November a proposed charter amendment…

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King County Elections mails ballots for Aug. 2 Primary

King County Elections mailed ballots on Wednesday to more than 1.2 million registered voters for the Aug. 2…

Parents can register their children for the city of Kent's summer camp.

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City offers summer day camp for Kent kids

Parents know with school out, finding fun, engaging activities for kids can be a challenge.

The King County Flood District approved a $1.6 million grant to help with salmon recovery projects along the Green River.

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King County Flood District approves salmon recovery grant for Green River

The King County Flood District approved on Tuesday more than $4 million in grants aimed at improving water…

Ketul J. Patel

Business

CHI Franciscan Health, urgent care provider CityMD announce first locations in Kent, Seattle

CHI Franciscan Health, a health care provider in the Pacific Northwest, and CityMD, a large urgent care provider…

The All-Star Clown Club collects school supplies every year to donate.

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Sleep Train’s School Supply Drive for Foster Kids offers a template for success

Annual School Supply Drive for Foster Kids runs from July 11 to Sept. 4.