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SBA offers disaster assistance to Washington small businesses economically impacted by the coronavirus

The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Washington small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result… Continue reading

Rock Group STYX, from left: Chuck Panozzo, Ricky Phillips, Todd Sucherman, Tommy Shaw, James “J.Y.” Young and Lawrence Gowan. COURTESY PHOTO, Rick Diamond/Getty Images for STYX)

State Fair welcomes classic rock artists Styx and REO Speedwagon on Sept. 23

Legendary rock artists Styx and REO Speedwagon perform at the Washington State Fair in Puyallup on Wednesday, Sept. 23, part of the Columbia Bank Concert… Continue reading

Rock Group STYX, from left: Chuck Panozzo, Ricky Phillips, Todd Sucherman, Tommy Shaw, James “J.Y.” Young and Lawrence Gowan. COURTESY PHOTO, Rick Diamond/Getty Images for STYX)
Watch a replay of the governor’s Monday news conference here

Watch a replay of the governor’s Monday news conference here

Jay Inslee and other officials spoke at 11 a.m. about the coronavirus outbreak.

Watch a replay of the governor’s Monday news conference here
Inslee calls for statewide shutdown of restaurants, bars and expanded social gathering limits

Inslee calls for statewide shutdown of restaurants, bars and expanded social gathering limits

Governor’s emergency proclamation mandates immediate two-week closure of all venues and recreational facilities, as well as additional limits on large gatherings

Inslee calls for statewide shutdown of restaurants, bars and expanded social gathering limits
Kent City Councilmember Kaur to run for state House seat

Kent City Councilmember Kaur to run for state House seat

Seeks 47th District position Sullivan retiring from at end of year

Kent City Councilmember Kaur to run for state House seat
House Majority leader Sullivan retiring from state Legislature

House Majority leader Sullivan retiring from state Legislature

District 47 representative calls it a career after 16 years, will fulfill his current term

House Majority leader Sullivan retiring from state Legislature
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Local firefighters quarantined

Kent-based Puget Sound Fire taking proactive measures to stop COVID-19 spread

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COVID-19 — What you need to know today

COVID-19 — What you need to know today

Coronavirus pandemic continues worldwide. How is it impacting King County today?

COVID-19 — What you need to know today
COVID-19 — What you need to know today

COVID-19 — What you need to know today

Coronavirus pandemic continues worldwide. How is it impacting King County today?

COVID-19 — What you need to know today
Muckleshoot Casino playing 250-person limit

Muckleshoot Casino playing 250-person limit

Gaming tribes in Washington take steps to protect tribal and non-tribal communities from the impact of COVID-19

Muckleshoot Casino playing 250-person limit
COURTESY PHOTO, Brian Liesse, Thunderbirds

Western Hockey League, Thunderbirds season put on ice; officials suspend play, for now

Western Hockey League Commissioner Ron Robison announced Thursday the 2019-20 WHL season will be paused until further notice. Following consultation with medical professionals and meetings… Continue reading

COURTESY PHOTO, Brian Liesse, Thunderbirds
Coronavirus: County made hasty choice in Kent as a quarantine city

Coronavirus: County made hasty choice in Kent as a quarantine city

Like many Kent residents, I was blindsided when I heard, late Wednesday afternoon (March 4), of King County’s decision to put the coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine… Continue reading

Coronavirus: County made hasty choice in Kent as a quarantine city

How much effect will virus have?

The situation regarding King County’s acquisition of the Econo Lodge in Kent raises concerns. I am surprised that the city of Kent has no say… Continue reading

COVID-19 — What you need to know today

COVID-19 — What you need to know today

Coronavirus pandemic continues worldwide. How is it impacting King County today?

COVID-19 — What you need to know today
Auburn Symphony Orchestra Gala postponed; concert cancelled

Auburn Symphony Orchestra Gala postponed; concert cancelled

Due to the escalating situation surrounding COVID-19, including Gov. Inslee’s most recent school closures through at least April 24, Auburn Symphony Orchestra’s (ASO) Gala scheduled… Continue reading

Auburn Symphony Orchestra Gala postponed; concert cancelled
Photo by Haley Ausbun. The Renton Community Center, located at 1715 Maple Valley Highway, was closed until March 31 after the family of a preschooler in a program there told the city they had been exposed to a case of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. Pictured: signage about the closure on the door of the center.

Live COVID-19 Coverage: March 12

March 12, 2020 5:20 p.m. The University of Washington has reported two coronavirus cases in its psychiatric ward. Following the positive tests, all 22 patients… Continue reading

Photo by Haley Ausbun. The Renton Community Center, located at 1715 Maple Valley Highway, was closed until March 31 after the family of a preschooler in a program there told the city they had been exposed to a case of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. Pictured: signage about the closure on the door of the center.
Police asking for public’s help to find missing Kent girl

Police asking for public’s help to find missing Kent girl

Kent Police are conducting a missing person investigation involving a 16-year-old girl, and is asking the public for their help in locating her. Asia Wilbon… Continue reading

Police asking for public’s help to find missing Kent girl
Protesters hold signs advocating for a veto on Senate Bill 5395. Photo by Cameron Sheppard, WNPA News Service

Protesters blast Legislature’s sex education directive

Republican lawmakers attempt to make the bill a ballot issue for November elections.

Protesters hold signs advocating for a veto on Senate Bill 5395. Photo by Cameron Sheppard, WNPA News Service
Darwin Gomez performs on his baritone saxophone with the Meeker Middle School Jazz Band during Kent Kids’ Arts Day last year. MARK KLAAS, Kent Reporter

Kent Kids’ Arts Day at the Commons is cancelled

In keeping with guidelines established by the governor and the county’s local health officer, this year’s Kent Kids’ Arts Day is cancelled. The 33rd annual… Continue reading

Darwin Gomez performs on his baritone saxophone with the Meeker Middle School Jazz Band during Kent Kids’ Arts Day last year. MARK KLAAS, Kent Reporter
WIAA postpones drama festival, state dance/drill

WIAA postpones drama festival, state dance/drill

Any regular season contests or practices are held at the discretion of each member school and school district

WIAA postpones drama festival, state dance/drill