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Cartoon by Frank Shiers
Robert Toomey, CFA/CFP, is Vice President of Research for S. R. Schill & Associates on Mercer Island.
Robert Toomey, CFA/CFP, is Vice President of Research for S. R. Schill & Associates on Mercer Island.
Washington State Capitol Building. File photo

Foes of state’s capital gains tax drop plans for initiative

I-1929 sponsors say they are confident a lawsuit challenging the legality of the tax will be successful.

Washington State Capitol Building. File photo
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COVID testing sites return | Shiers

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New look for 2022 grads | Shiers

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Lynn Rainey | Obituary

Lynn Rainey | Obituary

Our beautiful, feisty and brave Lynn Rainey died on the morning of May 3rd at Valley Medical Center after a long Illness. She was 72.… Continue reading

Lynn Rainey | Obituary
George Juarez | Obituary

George Juarez | Obituary

George Juarez was born on July 4, 1949, in Los Angeles, CA. He was the only son of Hector Julio Juarez and Doris Blower. After… Continue reading

George Juarez | Obituary
Kentridge senior Laird DesMarais will depart for the United States Naval Academy in late June for “Plebe Summer.”

Kent student accepted into prestigious US Naval Academy

Kentridge senior Laird DesMarais will depart for the United States Naval Academy in late June for “Plebe Summer.”

Kentridge senior Laird DesMarais will depart for the United States Naval Academy in late June for “Plebe Summer.”
Dr. Kurt Peter Eby | Obituary

Dr. Kurt Peter Eby | Obituary

Dr. Kurt Peter Eby died tragically on May 18, 2022 in Tacoma, Washington at the age of 52, due to a motorcycling accident. Kurt is… Continue reading

Dr. Kurt Peter Eby | Obituary
The Gnome Trail is located across from Rock Creek Elementary School, 25700 Maple Valley Black Diamond Rd SE, Maple Valley. Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Gnome Trail draws visitors to whimsical patch of forest in Maple Valley

There is a small issue of broken gnomes and even instances of intentional vandalism.

The Gnome Trail is located across from Rock Creek Elementary School, 25700 Maple Valley Black Diamond Rd SE, Maple Valley. Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
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From COVID to monkeypox | Shiers

After earlier identifying a presumptive case of monkeypox in King County, it was confirmed May 27 to be monkeypox, according to the Washington State Department… Continue reading

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Seattle Thunderbirds advance to WHL Championship Series

Kent-based team rallies to beat Kamloops in game seven; will face Edmonton next

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Pipe relining is a less-invasive, less time-consuming way to address pipes that are clogged or breaking down. Because DrainPro does the work themselves, rather than sub-contracting out the work, they can pass those savings along to homeowners.

Kent plumbing company encourages home buyers to check their pipes

With the current highly competitive state of the housing market, many people are choosing to waive the standard home inspection in hopes of gaining an… Continue reading

Pipe relining is a less-invasive, less time-consuming way to address pipes that are clogged or breaking down. Because DrainPro does the work themselves, rather than sub-contracting out the work, they can pass those savings along to homeowners.
The Lenihan family - 2021 recipients of a new roof provided by the Guardian HALO project.

Local roofing company wants to cover the community with kindness

Since 2018 this business has been building roofs for those in need

The Lenihan family - 2021 recipients of a new roof provided by the Guardian HALO project.
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Kent School District superintendent issues message about shootings

District conducts safety, lockdown drills with local law enforcement

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Thunderbirds win in overtime to tie playoff series with Kamloops at 2-2

Nico Myatovic scores winning goal at ShoWare Center in Kent

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Cartoon by Frank Shiers
Cartoon by Frank Shiers
Gloria Ann Heemink | Obituary

Gloria Ann Heemink | Obituary

Gloria Ann Heemink passed away on May 4, 2022 at Wesley Homes in Des Moines, WA. Gloria was born on December 19, 1929 in Klamath… Continue reading

Gloria Ann Heemink | Obituary
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Seattle Thunderbirds advance to Western Conference Championship Series

Kent-based team will play Kamloops Blazers after rallying to defeat Portland Winterhawks

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Robert Toomey, CFA/CFP, is Vice President of Research for S. R. Schill & Associates on Mercer Island.

News of market volatility has felt like a pinball machine lately | Guest column

Webster’s dictionary defines the word volatility as “characterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change.” Interestingly, Webster cites the stock market as one example… Continue reading

Robert Toomey, CFA/CFP, is Vice President of Research for S. R. Schill & Associates on Mercer Island.