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Bates serves as page in state Senate
Alexis Bates served as a page recently in the Washington State Senate in Olympia. Bates was sponsored by…
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Song enters race for King County Council
Shari Song, a longtime business woman and community leader, has entered the race for Metropolitan King County Council,…
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Americans down Thunderbirds, 5-3
The Tri-City Americans defeated the Seattle Thunderbirds 5-3 Saturday night at the ShoWare Center in Kent.
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Americans down Thunderbirds, 5-3
The Tri-City Americans defeated the Seattle Thunderbirds 5-3 Saturday night at the ShoWare Center in Kent. This was…
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Kent Fire investigator looking into Covington organic material fire
A Kent Fire investigator is working to determine what caused a fire in the 27500 block of Covington…
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King County Pet Adoption Center among 50 animal shelters nationwide participating in ASPCA Rachael Ray $100K Challenge
Regional Animal Services of King County (RASKC) has been chosen as one of 50 animal organizations in the…
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Machinists at Hytek Finishes narrowly approve 4-year contract
Machinists Union members at Hytek Finishes in Kent have narrowly approved a new four-year contract. The Machinists approved…
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Thunderbirds down Tri-City, 3-1
The Seattle Thunderbirds scored twice in the first period, had a solid penalty kill and got timely saves…
Obituaries
William Edward Redington
William “Bill” Edward Redington William “Bill” Edward Redington passed away at Saint Francis Hospital on February 22, 2013,…
Obituaries
Carol Ann Case
Carol Ann Case Carol Ann Case, 73, long time resident of Kent passed away February 11th at Valley…
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Kent Police arrest coffee baristas for indecent behavior at local shop; more arrests likely as investigation continues
Kent Police have arrested two women for committing lewd acts while working as baristas at Twin Peaks Espresso,…
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Kent Middle School Science Fair to bring out the best
The fourth annual Kent Middle School Science Fair runs from 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Saturday at Kent-Meridian…
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Motor vehicle excise tax resurrected to fund localized transportation projects
More taxes to sustain existing benefits are the financial crutch being considered by the Legislature to support public…
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Kent urban tree advocate honored for volunteer efforts
Terry Hooks was selected as one of 10 nationwide semifinalists for the Alliance for Community Trees 2012 Volunteer…
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Firearms issues gain House attention; Senate ignores a host of related bills
Four firearms-related bills are expected to continue moving through the House of Representatives this session after receiving committee…
Opinion
Medicaid expansion: an offer we should not refuse | GUEST OP
Good health — like education, housing, and economic opportunity — is essential for a strong community. When people…
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Kent Chamber hosts mayor’s State of the City Address on Wednesday
The Kent Chamber of Commerce hosts Mayor Suzette Cooke's annual State of the City Address and luncheon Wednesday,…
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Kent Chronicles returns to Bereiter Museum on March 7
Kent Chronicles – a historical discussion group – gathers at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 7 at the Bereiter…
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State lauds 3 Kent elementary schools for achievement
The Kent School District announced this week that three elementary schools – Glenridge, Jenkins Creek and Martin Sortun…
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Kent Fire Department offers CERT training; openings available
How long will it be before a large earthquake or other disaster hits the Puget Sound area? It…