“West Shore.” Photo courtesy of SIFF

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SIFF reviews: “West Shore,” “Evergreens” and “Dear Aloha”

A canoe journey to the 2023 Paddle to Muckleshoot and a vintage SUV road trip from Spokane explore…

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City of Kent celebrates Pride Month with flag raising

Mayor Ralph encourages people to ‘work together with mutual respect and understanding’

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Group aims to make Kent Farmers Market a destination

Living Well Kent takes over market from Kent Lions Club; open Saturdays starting June 14

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Kent International Festival brings cultures together | Photos

Mayor Dana Ralph describes it ‘as an amazing example of the beauty that is Kent’

Courtesy 2024 File Photo, Kent School District

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Graduations to fill ShoWare Center in Kent during June

See the full lineup: Kent high schools will graduate Saturday, June 14

"Wolf Land." Photo courtesy of SIFF.

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SIFF reviews: “Wolf Lands” and “Suburban Fury”

From Washington gray wolves to the woman who tried to assassinate a U.S. President, these Washington docs are…

Henry Lazzar driving his car. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/Sound Publishing

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103 and still driving: Meet Federal Way’s Henry Lazzar

Lazzar also volunteers at the food bank three times a week.

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Khalsa Day Celebration and Parade fills the streets of Kent

May 17 procession reflected the Sikh community’s rich cultural heritage, values of inclusion and service

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Children learn about medical exams at Kent Teddy Bear Clinic

Kids got a free bear to be examined by Puget Sound Fire at annual event

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SIFF reviews: “Monarch City” and “BLKNWS: Terms Conditions”

51st Seattle International Film Festival includes films with a Northwest connection.

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Young anglers in Kent participate in annual Fishing Experience

More than 120 children attended Saturday, May 17 event

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Water Safety Day at Kent YMCA attracts more than 200 people

Free event designed to emphasize the need for swim lessons

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Tahoma National Cemetery to host annual Memorial Day event

Commemorative Ceremony starts at 1 p.m. Monday, May 26

The 2024 Nerd Party in Kent. COURTESY PHOTO, Kent Downtown Partnership

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Kent Nerd Party coming to historic downtown June 7

Includes cosplay, miniature painting contests, Lego museum, live action role-playing games

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PawFest coming to ShoWare Center in Kent on June 7

Dogs and cats will be available to adopt; pet costume contest and other activities to be featured

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Water Safety Day set for Saturday, May 17 at Kent YMCA

Free family friendly event to focus on safety in and around water

The Kent International Festival will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 31 at the accesso ShoWare Center, 625 W. James St. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, Kent International Festival

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Kent International Festival set for May 31 at ShoWare Center

Free event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. will feature music, on-stage performances, local ethnic food trucks

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Cookie Hooky fundraiser coming May 8 to Kent’s ShoWare Center

Event to feature cookie tasting to raise money for the Community Events Fund

Painting the Mother Africa logo for the organization’s 2025 Board Retreat. Courtesy photo.

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Mother Africa: Serving KC’s immigrant community for 21 years

Mother Africa has been part of South King County for over 20 years, having been founded by Risho…

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Kentridge High School presents ‘Hairspray,’ final production by director

Director Jennifer Grajewski is retiring after an extraordinary 43-year career in education