News
Kent School District says it ‘will do better next time’ with school closures
Late notifications issued about closures after Dec. 18 windstorm
Sports
Kent Reporter Athletes of the Week: Kentwood
Dayna Vi (Jr.) wrestling and Brandon Tagle (Jr.) basketball take home this weeks awards.
News
Kent Police arrest pair for downtown robbery of pedestrian
Reportedly used pepper spray to attack Kent man, 56, as he walked on sidewalk Dec. 16
News
Windstorm causes closure of six Kent schools due to power outages
Four elementary, two middle schools closed Wednesday, Dec. 18; couple of city roads closed
Sports
Kentwood girls basketball drops fourth straight
Team falls to Riverside for first time since 2017. Head Coach Jordan Nero: ‘We’ll find a way, we…
Business
Nana’s Southern Kitchen in Kent to give away 1,000 meals Christmas Day
Fifth year of event to give back to community and provide meals to those in need
News
Puget Sound Fire puts out plea for more Toys for Joy donations
Toys needed for children ages 9 to 12; more bikes, scooters requested; deadline is Dec. 20
Sports
Hundreds participate in Kent Christmas Rush run/walk
Seattle’s Nathan Morrisson wins 10K; Kent’s Travis Houser captures 5K
News
Kent man, 19, faces multiple charges after pursuit near Wenatchee
Driver reportedly fails to stop for state trooper, crashes stolen vehicle along State Route 97
News
Awale Farah resigns immediately from Kent School Board
Says because of ‘family commitments’ he cannot fulfill rest of his term that expires in November 2025
Life
Ukraine’s most prestigious dancers bring ‘The Nutcracker’ to South King County
On Sunday, Dec. 22, the Grand Kyiv Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” will showcase the most prestigious ballet dancers from…
News
Kent’s Lower Russell Levee project receives John Spellman Award
City, King County Flood District and other partners recognized for historic preservation
News
Calls about man trying to access Northwood Middle School causes lockdown
Deputies arrest man for investigation of resisting arrest, obstruction at Kent School District property
Sports
Kent Reporter Athlete of the Week: Kentridge
Genesis Miller (Flag Football) and Gio Moimoi (Basketball) take home this weeks award.
News
Orwall replaces Keiser as 33rd Legislative District senator
Moves from House to Senate to fill seat of retiring Keiser; district includes part of Kent
Sports
Proposals seek new rules for transgender athletes in WA schools
Other proposals target student-athlete transfer rules and girls flag football.
News
Driver in Kent suffers minor injuries after crashing into pole
Single-car crash Wednesday morning, Dec. 11 in 8600 block of South 228th Street
Life
Kent cultural groups to receive county grants from 4Culture
Kent International Festival, Kent Downtown Partnership, Greater Kent Historical Society among organizations
Sports
Trojans sweep aside Kentwood in doubleheader
Both boys and girls basketball teams lose to Auburn in NPSL opening play.
Life
Kent’s Winterfest kicks off holiday season with tree lighting, parade
‘A fun, fabulous time had by all’ during celebration at Town Square Plaza