News
As Washington state slowly reopens, dark clouds hover over budget
A new report warns there may be billions of dollars less for programs and services in coming years.
Northwest
Individual donors contribute more than $1M to address hunger in state
Bezos Family Foundation, other charities contribute additional $2.3M
News
Kent Police tell residents to beware of scam calls
Caller claims to be officer, asks for money or personal information
News
Alliance for Gun Responsibility endorses five Kent-area legislative candidates
Group wants leaders who ‘ensure effective implementation of our gun safety laws’
News
Firefighters extinguish blaze at Neely-O’Brien Elementary School in Kent
Battle fire for nearly 2 hours early Wednesday morning
News
Phased reopening in WA: Golf but no haircuts yet
Barber shops, hair salons and limited restaurant dining coming next month.
Northwest
Washington wins federal grant to support economic recovery from COVID-19
$12 million from U.S. Department of Labor to help unemployed workers
Northwest
MultiCare rapidly expands virtual visit capabilities for patients
Up to 50 percent of appointments system-wide went virtual in March
News
Two reports show COVID-19 transmission has slowed in King County
Further confirmation that social distancing measures have reduced transmission
Life
Magical Strings announces virtual concert for Mother’s Day
On Facebook from 3-4 p.m. Sunday, May 10
Northwest
Long-term care facilities to begin opening dedicated COVID-19 units
Nursing homes in Tacoma, Shoreline, Bellingham to handle patients from other locations
Northwest
State announces limited opening of parks for day use
Ocean beach and Columbia River Gorge parks to remain closed
News
COVID-19 lets freight move more easily, study says
A new report by Kirkland-based INRIX examines the trend.
Northwest
State health insurers due $106 million from U.S. Supreme Court ruling
Consumers could get relief on the individual health insurance market
News
Drive By Donation set at Kent Station May 9
Items needed by Kent Food Bank, Living Well Kent and other groups
Obituaries
Obituary: Gretchen Stangle
Gretchen Stangle of Covington, WA, passed away April 8, 2020. She was 91.
News
Gov. Inslee to extend stay-home order
He said he will lay out a clearer timeline for a phased reopening of the state Friday.
News
State Board of Education recognizes five Kent schools for achievements
Kent Mountain View Academy, Daniel, Meadow Ridge, Panther Lake and Ridgewood elementary