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Giants deny Thunderbirds in season opener | WHL

The Seattle Thunderbirds came back from a two-goal deficit in the third period, but a Vancouver power-play goal…

State Superintendent Randy Dorn

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State superintendent supports motion to reconsider charter school decision

Randy Dorn, state superintendent of public schools, issued a statement Sept. 25 in support of state Attorney General…

Country star Chris Young will perform at the 100.7 The Wolf Hometown Holiday concert at 8 p.m. on Wednesday

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Hometown Holiday concert set for Dec. 9 in Kent

Enjoy some country music at the 100.7 The Wolf Hometown Holiday concert at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec.…

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State fines Kent company for hazardous waste violations

The owner of a now-closed metal sign company in Kent faces a $10,000 fine from the state Department…

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Feenstra wins third Pacific Northwest PGA Professional Championship

PGA pro Tim Feenstra of Seattle's Broadmoor Golf Course came from five strokes behind fellow pro Brian Thornton…

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Conks rout Chargers in division opener; Royals KO Falcons | SPSL football

Brian Campbell threw for three touchdowns and ran for two more, leading Kentwood to a 62-24 rout of…

Obituaries

Hisako Hiranaka

Hisako (Sumita) Hiranaka Hisako (Sumita) Hiranaka, of Kent, went into the presence of our Lord August 20, 2015…

Mustafa Bulale

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State attorney general asks Supreme Court to reconsider charter schools ruling

State Attorney General Bob Ferguson on Thursday filed a motion for reconsideration asking the state Supreme Court to…

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Tragic bus crash in Seattle triggers emergency call for blood donors

The tragic motor vehicle accident on the Aurora Bridge this morning in Seattle is making major demands on…

A rendering of Veterans Memorial Plaza at Highline College.

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Respect restored to veterans memorial: Highline students initiate campus renovation project

During the fall of 2013, Highline College student Kendall Evans was asked a difficult question: "Is this what…

Scenic Vista residents gather to color books as a way to relax.

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Seniors take to book coloring

Coloring isn't just for kids anymore. More adults are beginning to pick up crayons, colored pencils and gel…

Letters to the Editor

Being taxed out of my home

More money for the Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority (RFA) by charging developers "fire impact fees?"

Letters to the Editor

Use lighting more efficiently

Regarding: "City parks continue to crumble; more funds needed" (Sept. 18, Kent Reporter):

Microsoft employees Dave Conger

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Microsoft contingent participates in United Way’s Day of Caring

Microsoft employees volunteered their time at Kent's Northwest Harvest, part of the United Way's Day of Caring effort…

Kent Youth and Family Services presents it annual fundraising gala on Oct. 24.

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Kent Youth and Family Services gala set for Oct. 24

Kent Youth and Family Services celebrates its 45th anniversary with The One Thing Experience, a fundraising gala Oct.…

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Kent’s Holiday Craft Market set for Nov. 6-7

The city of Kent will host the largest creative gift boutique in all the state’s senior centers at…

Opening 17 miles of express toll lanes on I-405 between Lynnwood and Bellevue is a step to reducing congestion on the Eastside. The long-term vision includes a 40-mile express toll lane system between SR 167 at the Pierce/King County line and the I-405/I-5 interchange in Lynnwood.

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1-405 express toll lanes to open

Starting Sunday, a 17-mile stretch of Interstate 405 between Bellevue and Lynnwood will join State Route 167 southward…

Drivers race at Pacific Raceways during Machinists Union Local Lodge 751-F’s annual Karting Challenge on Sept. 12.

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Machinists raise $12,000 for charity with Kent go-kart race

Machinists Union members raised more than $12,000 for charity with a recent go-kart race at PGP Motorsports Park…

The Washington State Fair

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Kent-area community calendar | Sept. 23

Kent Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturdays, June 6-Sept. 26. Fresh produce, flower, vendors. Kent Lions program. For…

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State board issues new marijuana business rules; retail license application schedule

The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) on Wednesday adopted emergency rules and issued new draft rules…