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Walter Michael Roswell Sr. | Obituary

Walter Michael Roswell Sr. | Obituary

December 8, 1946 - June 22, 2023 Walter Michael Roswell, 76, of Des Moines, Washington, passed away on June 22nd after a courageous battle with… Continue reading

Walter Michael Roswell Sr. | Obituary
King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci invited young Swifties to read the proclamation, with each taking an album title-themed clause. (Courtesy of King County)

King County Council names July 18-25 ‘Taylor Swift Week’

Proclamation comes before the pop star’s sold-out Seattle tour dates.

King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci invited young Swifties to read the proclamation, with each taking an album title-themed clause. (Courtesy of King County)
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Farm workers.

Washington enacts new rules to protect outdoor workers from heat-related deaths

One rule is that employers must provide mandatory cool-down periods and additional break times.

Photo courtesy of Mark Stebnicki via Pexels
Farm workers.
Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

Bumper cherry crop sweetens WA’s farm economy | Brunell

The good news is this state’s cherry crop looks good — a marked improvement over 2022. It is sweetening our farm economy, especially for cherry… Continue reading

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.
Pictured on the left in the green wig and costume is Anita. The person in red is Cade. (Courtesy photos)

From identity to art: Q&A with two Puget Sound drag artists

By Jayendrina Singha Ray, Guest columnist

Pictured on the left in the green wig and costume is Anita. The person in red is Cade. (Courtesy photos)
(Photo courtesy of alzheimers.gov)

New long-term care program supports elder care in our state | Guest column

By Melinda Young-Flynn, Washington State Budget and Policy Center

(Photo courtesy of alzheimers.gov)
The curated menu includes 20 new menu items for attendees to enjoy at T-Mobile Park July 7-11. Olivia Sullivan / The Mirror

T-Mobile Park’s All-Star Week menu offers Pacific Northwest flavors

The All-Star Week menu is offered July 7-11 at T-Mobile Park.

The curated menu includes 20 new menu items for attendees to enjoy at T-Mobile Park July 7-11. Olivia Sullivan / The Mirror
Cartoon by Frank Shiers
Cartoon by Frank Shiers
Dave Durand | Obituary

Dave Durand | Obituary

Celebration of Life for Dave Durand Beloved husband of Sandra (Hall) Durand and long time Kent resident, David Charles “Dave” Durand passed away on January… Continue reading

Dave Durand | Obituary
Best of Kent 2023 nominations can be made at vote.kentreporter.com.

Best of Kent nomination round is now open

Nominations will be tabulated, and the top 5 will advance to the voting round in August.

Best of Kent 2023 nominations can be made at vote.kentreporter.com.
Westbound vehicles were able to move past the damaged semi-truck but traffic was backed up for almost five hours. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Collision caused nearly-5 hour back-up on westbound SR-18

The driver of a white box truck has been charged after causing a collision with a semi-truck near Maple Valley exit.

Westbound vehicles were able to move past the damaged semi-truck but traffic was backed up for almost five hours. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
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Family First Community Center opens in Renton | Photos

Former Seahawk Doug Baldwin among the partners with city, Renton School District

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Carol Visnaw Van Hee | Obituary

Carol Visnaw Van Hee | Obituary

Carol Visnaw Van Hee born March 1, 1932 in Trinidad, WA to Louis and Edna Visnaw. She went home to be with the Lord on… Continue reading

Carol Visnaw Van Hee | Obituary
Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

Cash for empty bottles would make sense in Washington | Brunell

When Oregon enacted the nation’s first bottle bill in 1971, it was intended to reduce litter on the state’s beaches, along roads, and in parks.… Continue reading

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.
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Prepare for summer smoke and wildfire now, says DOH

For those on a budget, DIY home air filters are an option that will last through the smoky season.

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Crews extinguish Renton fire in vacant Boeing building

Two unhoused people and a dog were found unharmed on the roof of the building in June 11 fire

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Responders lowered a raft from a 200-foot bridge over the Green River Gorge to help rescue the missing kayakers. Photo courtesy of Puget Sound Fire.

3 kayakers rescued from Green River Gorge

Puget Sound Fire released a statement after the late evening rescue that lakes and rivers are still extremely cold this time of year.

Responders lowered a raft from a 200-foot bridge over the Green River Gorge to help rescue the missing kayakers. Photo courtesy of Puget Sound Fire.
The open house had images renderings to help guests visualize the Infusion Center space. Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Renton’s Valley Medical Center to open Cancer Center

Community donations will be needed to build the comprehensive cancer treatment center

The open house had images renderings to help guests visualize the Infusion Center space. Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Photos: Sip & Strut with Pride in Renton

The wine walk in Downtown Renton kicked off Pride Month on June 2.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Many factors influence a woman’s cardiovascular health during pregnancy, but a key concern is high blood pressure, which can lead to a condition called preeclampsia.

Why blood pressure should be top-of-mind for expectant moms

High blood pressure during pregnancy can put mom-to-be and baby at risk

Many factors influence a woman’s cardiovascular health during pregnancy, but a key concern is high blood pressure, which can lead to a condition called preeclampsia.