It was an exhibition, a tuneup for the bigger stage. Members of the Kent Valley Figure Skating Club dazzled the audience during its Summer Showcase… Continue reading
They share the same last name and compassionate spirit, but Emily and Marian Huynh are not at all related. Just fast friends who met at… Continue reading
Ed and Florence Amundsen have always been true to their roots, big on family and supportive of youth. The Kent couple know no other way.… Continue reading
Firefighting is in Kehaulani Planesi’s blood. Her father is a fireman, her grandfather was one, too. Her mother is a cop. Planesi hopes to continue… Continue reading
Kent’s four mayoral candidates agreed on many things – from responsible spending to enhanced livability – during a residents-sponsored 90-minute forum. Each shared similar concerns… Continue reading
A long-awaited, missing roadway connecting businesses and vital services in industrial north Kent was finally realized Wednesday with the celebrated opening of 72nd Avenue South.… Continue reading
The historic plight of Black America often reduces Charlie James to tears. “I can’t talk about black folks without crying … it’s just that deep… Continue reading
Dwindling congregation falls on hard times
Linda Butler and her dog, Miss Nisi, look forward to coming to the Kent Farmers Market each spring. The Kent woman and her 9-year-old poodle… Continue reading
It was bold, exciting and new. Teachers and students at Excel Public Charter School in Kent reached for the skies, launching a large, helium-filled weather… Continue reading
The area’s large Sikh community converged in Kent on Sunday to celebrate the 10th annual Khalsa Day – a religious and colorful festival filled with… Continue reading
The Domestic Abuse Women’s Network (DAWN) has a new home, having completed an extensive move and transition to a downtown Kent office. Peg Coleman, DAWN… Continue reading
Academy, center bring spirit of tennis to special needs players
Konowalchuk guides veteran squad into finals showdown against Regina
Aviation legends bring history to college
With traditional song and dance, prayer and poetry, fashion and food, the Bangladeshi South Puget Sound community celebrated the Bengali New Year on Saturday. About… Continue reading
Gov. Inslee, interfaith community gather to find ways to address hate crimes
Hate crimes should never be tolerated in neighborhoods and residents are urged to report them. That was the clear message law enforcement leaders delivered to… Continue reading
Kids can gain confidence and independence in a kitchen. Rahmeca Rodriguez and Dwane Butler see the possibilities. They are the backbone of a program, Child… Continue reading
Quota Cares Western Days returned to Reber Ranch on Lea Hill last Saturday, providing fun and games for about 250 area children with special needs… Continue reading
