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Lois Jean Przybylski | Obituary

Lois Jean Przybylski | Obituary

1943–2023 Lois Jean (Budzeak) Przybylski lost her battle to complications of cancer on August 14, 2023, at the age of 80 years old. Lois was… Continue reading

Lois Jean Przybylski | Obituary
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KoreHealth Kore 2.0 Elite Reviews (Fake or Legit) Kore 2 Wearable Tech Worth Buying?

In the dynamic tapestry of modern life, where technology intertwines with our every move, a new era of personal health monitoring has dawned. Among the… Continue reading

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Leon Hugo Gutierrez | Obituary

Leon Hugo Gutierrez | Obituary

November 6, 1930- August 13, 2023 Leon passed away Sunday morning at Valley Medical Center of natural causes. Born in Eagle Pass, Texas and residing… Continue reading

Leon Hugo Gutierrez | Obituary
Leon Gutierrez

Leon Gutierrez

Leon Hugo Gutierrez died Aug. 13, 2023, at the age of 92.

Leon Gutierrez
Dante is from the Netherlands and currently lives at Serenity Equine. He is a therapy horse who works with veterans from the Odyssey Project for Wounded Warriors. (Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing)

King County horse rescue organization falls on hard times

The Serenity Equine Rescue and Rehabilitation in Maple Valley is one of the top local horse rescues, but it’s struggling amid the aftermath of the pandemic and the increasing cost of hay. The rescue will hold a fundraising benefit Sept. 9.

Dante is from the Netherlands and currently lives at Serenity Equine. He is a therapy horse who works with veterans from the Odyssey Project for Wounded Warriors. (Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing)
The detour will be used for the weekend of Aug. 18 and the second weekend of September 2023. Image courtesy of Washington State Department of Transportation.

All lanes of I-405 between Bellevue-Renton closed for the weekend

From Coal Creek Parkway in Bellevue to Sunset Boulevard in Renton, I-405 is closed for 55 hours, starting at 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 18.

The detour will be used for the weekend of Aug. 18 and the second weekend of September 2023. Image courtesy of Washington State Department of Transportation.
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King County issues Stage 2 burn ban in light of high temps | Local Services

All outdoor fires (fire bits and campfires) are prohibited; barbecues and grills are still allowed to be used.

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No bombs found in Renton after anti-LGBTQ+ threats made to taproom

An email claimed that bombs were placed Aug. 12 at the Brewmaster’s Taproom

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Families splash and play in the water at at Federal Way’s Town Square Park to cool off from a previous heatwave in the region. (File photo)

Hottest temps of the year hit WA this week

Call 2-1-1 to find free, local cooling centers in your area

Families splash and play in the water at at Federal Way’s Town Square Park to cool off from a previous heatwave in the region. (File photo)
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Ruth Gutierrez

Ruth Gutierrez died July 29, 2023, at the age of 89.

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The state Department of Social and Health Services finalized an agreement to lease and purchase the former Cascade Behavioral Health facility in Tukwila. COURTESY PHOTO. Washington State Governor’s Office

State purchases vacant behavioral health facility in Tukwila

Will add about 100 beds, including for those in jail awaiting competency services

The state Department of Social and Health Services finalized an agreement to lease and purchase the former Cascade Behavioral Health facility in Tukwila. COURTESY PHOTO. Washington State Governor’s Office
In total, Boeing has awarded $500,000 in grants to Renton School Foundation. Photo courtesy of Renton School Foundation.

Boeing awards $250k grant to Renton School Foundation

The grant will help support mathematic development in the Renton School District

In total, Boeing has awarded $500,000 in grants to Renton School Foundation. Photo courtesy of Renton School Foundation.
Bryan Neyers worked at Glacier Park Elementary School (pictured here) for several years as a paraeducator, supervising kids at recess and in child care programs. Despite co-workers approaching school and district administrators about Neyers’ close relationships with students, Neyers continued working with kids. He now awaits trial on Sept. 5 on charges of molesting and raping young boys in his care. (Photo by Scott Eklund/Red Box Pictures)

Tahoma School District ignored repeated warnings of ‘grooming-like behavior’

State education officials say case highlights need for more oversight of paraeducators.

Bryan Neyers worked at Glacier Park Elementary School (pictured here) for several years as a paraeducator, supervising kids at recess and in child care programs. Despite co-workers approaching school and district administrators about Neyers’ close relationships with students, Neyers continued working with kids. He now awaits trial on Sept. 5 on charges of molesting and raping young boys in his care. (Photo by Scott Eklund/Red Box Pictures)
Presented by Delta Dental of Washington, the Tooth Fairy will visit the Tukwila Library Aug. 16 from 4:30 to 5 p.m, ahead of the summer meals at the market. Photo courtesy Delta Dental of Washington

Free, nutritious summer meals are on the menu for Tukwila kids, teens

Tooth Fairy makes a special visit at the Tukwila Library Aug. 16!

Presented by Delta Dental of Washington, the Tooth Fairy will visit the Tukwila Library Aug. 16 from 4:30 to 5 p.m, ahead of the summer meals at the market. Photo courtesy Delta Dental of Washington
Lois Elizabeth Stewart (Laxson) | Obituary

Lois Elizabeth Stewart (Laxson) | Obituary

March 12, 1928 - July 21, 2023 Lois was born in Earlville, Iowa to Carl & Floy Laxson. Lois was the fourth of eight children… Continue reading

Lois Elizabeth Stewart (Laxson) | Obituary
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Approve Prop. 1: Veterans, Seniors, and Human Services Levy | Guest column

Karen Lee, a U.S. Army veteran and CEO of Plymouth Housing, shares why King County voters should vote to approve Proposition 1.

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Renton junior football team asks for donations after equipment stolen

Over 118 helmets and 50 pads were stolen from the Benson Bruins’ storage shed

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WSDOT will close both directions of State Route 18 for annual maintenance July 21-23

Closure is between Interstate 90 near Snoqualmie and Issaquah-Hobart Road.

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Q&A with four Kent School Board candidates on Aug. 1 primary ballot

Leslie Hamada, Lizz Morgan, Stephanie Lawson and Donald Cook provide answers

Courtesy Photo, King County Elections