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Want to learn about local government? You should take the free Kent 101 program, which starts Thursday, Feb. 8
Ever wondered how your local government operates? What goes on behind the scenes at City Hall? If so, the City of Kent has a free program tailor-made for you: Kent 101. This free eight-week program offers residents a comprehensive education into the inner workings of their local government. Through a...
18-year-old killed in vehicular homicide on Kent’s West Hill Friday morning
On Friday morning, Dec. 29, 2023 at about 4:22 a.m., Kent Police Officers were dispatched to the 26400 block of Lake Fenwick Road (map below) after receiving an iPhone crash notification of a single vehicle collision, which tragically killed an 18-year old male passenger. Police said that a passerby also...
Kent Police close Pacific Highway due to shooting Saturday morning
Kent Police closed Pacific Highway from S. 240th to S. 250th due to a shooting on Saturday morning, Dec. 23, 2023. At around 9:41 a.m., police closed all lanes in both directions due to an “ALS” (Advanced Life Saving) shooting reported at 9:31 a.m. As we gather more...
Leader of cartel-connected drug trafficking organization sentenced to 11 years in prison
A citizen of Mexico – who lived in Tukwila and was twice federally convicted of drug trafficking in Washington State – was sentenced this week in U.S. District Court in Seattle to 11 years in prison for conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and conspiracy to commit money laundering, announced Acting U.S. Attorney Tessa M. Gorman.
Here’s where to enjoy Christmas meals around the area
Christmas is just around the corner and no holiday is complete without a festive, delicious meal. From cozy family-owned eateries to upscale restaurants adorned with seasonal charm, South King County boasts a delicious selection of Christmas Dinners that cater to every palate. Yummy Norwegian Feast. Saturday, Dec. 30, 5 p.m.
Huge holiday sale and last-minute gifts are at Zenith Holland Nursery now
So, you’ve been busy…we get it. But the countdown to Christmas has now begun. With less than a week to go, it’s time to get serious about finishing your shopping and decking your halls!. The good news is, there’s a place where you can get things done...
Heidi Daniel to become King County Library System’s new Executive Director
The King County Library System (KCLS) Board of Trustees this week selected Heidi Daniel to become its new Executive Director. Following a nationwide search after Lisa Rosenblum’s announcement to retire, the Board of Trustees voted to extend an offer of employment to Daniel at the board meeting on December 13.
Cristo Rey Jesuit Seattle High School holding Open House on Thursday, Jan. 4
Without bachelor’s degrees, low-income youth face enormous obstacles in transcending poverty. In Washington State, the rate of college enrollment dropped 10 percent between the high school graduating classes of 2019 and 2021, according to numbers released by the Washington Roundtable. This comes at a time when 70% of the state’s open jobs between 2024 and 2029 are expected to require some degree of schooling beyond high school.
Concerned witness helps Kent Police nab hit & run driver
Last Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, Kent Police Patrol Officers were dispatched to assist Puget Sound Firefighters Local 1747 with an injury hit and run accident at S. 196th and 80 Street (map below). Police said that the victim, a 28-year-old Kent woman, had to be extricated from her car by...
Kent Chamber’s annual ‘State of the Chamber’ luncheon will be Thursday Jan. 11
Mark your calendars, because on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., the Kent Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its Annual State of the Chamber at Green River College’s Kent campus. “Join us at the vibrant Green River College Kent Station for an...
Sound Transit CEO Julie Timm announces that she’s resigning
Sound Transit CEO Julie Timm announced on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023 that she will be resigning from the agency in order to “return to the East Coast to take care of family matters.“. Since joining Sound Transit in September, 2022, Timm has overseen a renewed emphasis on the rider...
Burning Boat Festival will benefit homeless Highline Public Schools students on New Year’s Eve
The second annual Burning Boat Festival will be held on New Year’s Eve (Dec. 31, 2023), from 6–9 p.m. at Des Moines Beach Park, with the boat set to burn at 9 p.m. This year’s event will benefit children experiencing homelessness in Highline Public Schools. Guest are...
Savor Burien’s many dining options and enjoy a show during ‘It’s A Wonderful Burien’
The holiday season is in full swing, and during the ‘It’s a Wonderful Burien’ event series, the City of Burien and community partners invite you to visit Burien for unique and festive entertainment and dining options that will impress your palate with an adventure in flavors from all over the globe.
Suspect arrested in Dec. 6 South King County freeway shootings
At approximately 10:40 p.m. on Thursday night, Dec. 7, 2023, Washington State Patrol (WSP) troopers arrested an individual they suspect to be involved in some of the shootings that occurred on I-5 the night of Dec. 6, 2023, in south King County (read our previous coverage here). The suspect was...
Washington State Patrol seeks public’s help following four shootings in South King County Wednesday night
The Washington State Patrol is investigating four separate shootings that occurred in South King County on Wednesday night, Dec. 6, 2023, injuring one person. The incidents occurred on I-5 two times near S. 320th Street in Federal Way, near S. 200th Street in SeaTac, and on SR 167 near Ellingson.
COUPON: Save $3 off to see BAT Theatre’s ‘The Twelve Dates of Christmas,’ which continues this weekend
Just in time for the holiday season, BAT Theatre continues to present its latest production, “The Twelve Dates of Christmas,” a hilarious and heartwarming comedy about finding the joy in life’s unexpected twists and turns – and you can save $3 off the price of tickets with our coupon below.
Traditions make the Holidays Wonderful in Burien
The holiday season is a special time to celebrate with family and friends; often this includes family, ethnic, religious or cultural traditions. During the “It’s a Wonderful Burien” event series, the City of Burien joins with a host of community partners inviting neighbors from all around the region to discover a variety of events celebrating traditions dear to their residents.
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