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Joyce Becker is a professional quilter who writes columns for the Kent Reporter.

Confessions of a quiltaholic – What I am thankful for

Sometimes my mind wanders and I picture myself trapped in a culture or society where women have no rights and are subservient. How would I keep my thoughts and desires to myself, when inside, I am a rebel at heart and must express my creativity?

Joyce Becker is a professional quilter who writes columns for the Kent Reporter.

Chicago pounds Kent Predators 71-29 in Indoor Football League game

The Chicago Slaughter crushed the visiting Kent Predators 71-29 in a professional Indoor Football League game Saturday at the Sears Centre Arena.

  • Apr 26, 2010
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Kentridge High School’s Natalie Lawrence plays the role of “Maria Rainer” in a dress rehearsal of 'The Sound of Music.' The school's drama club presents 'The Sound of Music' April 21-24 and April 28 to May 1.

Kentridge High brings ‘Sound of Music’ to life on stage

The audience could get a bit confused when Aaron and Nick Johnson take the stage during Kentridge High School's production of "The Sound of Music."

Kentridge High School’s Natalie Lawrence plays the role of “Maria Rainer” in a dress rehearsal of 'The Sound of Music.' The school's drama club presents 'The Sound of Music' April 21-24 and April 28 to May 1.

Lingerie Football League releases schedule

The Seattle Mist and the women's Lingerie Football League will return to the ShoWare Center in Kent for a second season.

  • Apr 22, 2010
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Catch the blues at Pat’s Bar

Jim King's Blues Gone Wild band plays from 8 p.m to midnight at Pat's Bar and Grill, 114 Railroad Ave. N., in downtown Kent.

  • Apr 22, 2010
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The Weatherly Inn at Lake Meridian celebrated the 100th birthday of their resident

Happy 100th, Ebba: Kent resident celebrates a century

Ebba Coleman sat up straight in her wheelchair and didn't hesitate to respond to the question of what keeps her so young at the age of 100. "Doing things I like to do and doing things to help other people," Coleman said in a somewhat loud and raspy voice.

The Weatherly Inn at Lake Meridian celebrated the 100th birthday of their resident
Kent Predators quarterback Charles McCullum signs autographs after an April 9 game at the ShoWare Center. McCullum threw six touchdown passes in a 55-33 win over the Tri-Cities on April 18.

Kent Predators win third straight IFL game

Quarterback Charles McCullum threw six touchdown passes and ran for another score to lead the Kent Predators to a 55-33 win over the Tri-Cities Fever Sunday at the ShoWare Center.

  • Apr 19, 2010
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Kent Predators quarterback Charles McCullum signs autographs after an April 9 game at the ShoWare Center. McCullum threw six touchdown passes in a 55-33 win over the Tri-Cities on April 18.
The Nile Shrine Circus performs seven shows April 23-25 at the ShoWare Center in Kent.

Nile Shrine Circus performs April 23-25 in Kent

Get ready for three days of a three-ring circus at the ShoWare Center in Kent.

The Nile Shrine Circus performs seven shows April 23-25 at the ShoWare Center in Kent.

Kentridge to present ‘The Sound of Music’

The drama club of Kentridge High School will perform "The Sound of Music" on several dates over the next two weeks at the Kentridge Performing Arts Center, 12430 S.E. 208th Street.

  • Apr 19, 2010
  • BY Wire Service
The flames creep during a house-burning drill April 16 on the outskirts of Kent. See the whole firefighting exercise

Burn baby burn: Kent house goes up in flames during fire department training exercise – Slide Show

Firefighters from Kent, Maple Valley and students from Bates Technical College used donated buildings for a three-day training exercise April 13-16.

  • Apr 16, 2010
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The flames creep during a house-burning drill April 16 on the outskirts of Kent. See the whole firefighting exercise
More than 30 professional motorcyclists will compete on a concrete track in the Northwest Extreme Flat Track Racing event at 7 p.m. April 17 at the ShoWare Center in Kent.

Pro motorcyclists to race at ShoWare

Mickey Fay once raced motorcycles on concrete oval tracks in the 1970s at the old Seattle Coliseum, the Memorial Coliseum in Portland and the Cow Palace in Northern California.

More than 30 professional motorcyclists will compete on a concrete track in the Northwest Extreme Flat Track Racing event at 7 p.m. April 17 at the ShoWare Center in Kent.
Kent Predators defensive back Jeremiah Captain was a study in intensity April 9 prior to the Predators' home gain against Alaska. Kent prevailed for its first home victory

Kent Predators win first home game; fans ecstatic – See the slide show

Dre' Mail Hardin returned a kickoff 54 yards for a touchdown on the final play to give the Kent Predators a 59-54 win over the Alaska Wild in a pro Indoor Football League game at the ShoWare Center.

Kent Predators defensive back Jeremiah Captain was a study in intensity April 9 prior to the Predators' home gain against Alaska. Kent prevailed for its first home victory

Earth Day event set for Earthworks Park

Come celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day from 7-8:30 p.m. April 22 at Millcreek Canyon Earthworks Park, 742 E. Titus St. in Kent.

  • Apr 9, 2010
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A Mexican dancer swirls her skirts during the Kent-Meridian High School multicultural assembly April 2 at the K-M gym.

Kent-Meridian High School goes international with cultural fair – See the video

The Kent-Meridian High School Multicultural Fair April 2 drew enthusiastic crowds, as the school's variety of cultural clubs demonstrated the clothing and dance steps of their native cultures.

  • Apr 8, 2010
  • BY Wire Service
A Mexican dancer swirls her skirts during the Kent-Meridian High School multicultural assembly April 2 at the K-M gym.
Joyce Becker is a professional quilter who writes columns for the Kent Reporter.

I love Kent – why go anywhere else? Confessions of a Quiltaholic

When my husband transferred to a position in hospital administration with the VA in Seattle, I was ecstatic. Living in a smog-filled, congested metropolis near Los Angeles, I’d dreamed of living in the Pacific Northwest surrounded by beautiful mountains, lush evergreen trees, and abundant waterways.

Joyce Becker is a professional quilter who writes columns for the Kent Reporter.
The Wailin' Jennys

Wail the night away with Wailin’ Jennys female folk trio in Kent

Ruth Moody can't wait to get on the road again with The Wailin' Jennys.

The Wailin' Jennys

Guthrie family to play at ShoWare

Folk singer Arlo Guthrie and three generations of the Guthrie family perform at 8 p.m. May 1 at the ShoWare Center in Kent.

  • Apr 2, 2010
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City offers swashbuckling class

Want to learn how to sword fight? Then sign up for a swashbuckling class that starts April 26 as part of the city of Kent's recreation program at the Kent Memorial Park building, 850 Central Ave. N.

  • Apr 2, 2010
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Museum to show ‘The Little Princess’

Watch the 1939 film "The Little Princess" starring Shirley Temple as part of the monthly vintage movie day at 3 p.m. April 17 at the Kent Historical Museum, 855 E. Smith St.

  • Apr 2, 2010
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Kent Predators quarterback Charles McCullum competes against Fairbanks in the home opener March 12 at the ShoWare Center. McCullum led the Predators to their first win March 27 at the Tri-Cities.

Kent’s McCullum named IFL offensive player of the week

The professional Indoor Football League named Kent Predators quarterback Charles McCullum on Wednesday as the league's offensive player of the week.

  • Apr 1, 2010
  • BY Wire Service
Kent Predators quarterback Charles McCullum competes against Fairbanks in the home opener March 12 at the ShoWare Center. McCullum led the Predators to their first win March 27 at the Tri-Cities.