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Charles Edward Vail | Obituary

Charles Edward Vail | Obituary

Charles Edward Vail was born on December 17, 1935, and transitioned into eternal rest February 2, 2022. He is survived by his beloved dog, Frost,… Continue reading

Charles Edward Vail | Obituary
Evelyn DeVere Monson | Obituary

Evelyn DeVere Monson | Obituary

Evelyn DeVere Monsonwas born in Cle Elum, WA on April 12, 1930. She was the 12th child and last child of Janet and Joseph DeVere.… Continue reading

Evelyn DeVere Monson | Obituary
Kent Police Sgt. Eric Tung poses with a couple of children during a 2021 National Night Out event. COURTESY PHOTO, Kent Police

Kent Police recruiting sergeant seeks public’s help to find candidates

Sgt. Eric Tung writes article to boost short-staffed department’s number of officers

Kent Police Sgt. Eric Tung poses with a couple of children during a 2021 National Night Out event. COURTESY PHOTO, Kent Police
Crews work on the elevated guideway for the Federal Way Link light rail extension from SeaTac through Kent to the Federal Way Transit Center. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, Sound Transit

Biden’s 2023 budget would accelerate $516M in funding to Sound Transit

Earlier fulfillment of Lynnwood, Federal Way light rail grants would reduce borrowing costs by $40M

Crews work on the elevated guideway for the Federal Way Link light rail extension from SeaTac through Kent to the Federal Way Transit Center. COURTESY FILE PHOTO, Sound Transit
Political leaders gather Monday, March 28 at Sea-Tac Airport where $3.5 million worth of medical aid supplies will head to Ukraine. COURTESY PHOTO, Port of Seattle

$3.5 million in donated emergency supplies headed to Ukraine

Cargo flight from Sea-Tac Airport

Political leaders gather Monday, March 28 at Sea-Tac Airport where $3.5 million worth of medical aid supplies will head to Ukraine. COURTESY PHOTO, Port of Seattle
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Pot shop robberies | Shiers

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Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He retired as president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. He can be contacted at thebrunells@msn.com.

A few thoughts on Russia wanting Alaska back | Brunell

Return Alaska to Russia? A month ago, such lunacy wasn’t newsworthy. But after Russia shockingly invaded Ukraine, anything is possible. The assault on Ukraine has… Continue reading

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He retired as president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. He can be contacted at thebrunells@msn.com.
Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson (left) speaks with Paul Kramer at the signing of bills aimed at reducing gun violence Wednesday in Olympia. Kramer’s son Will was injured in a 2016 mass shooting in Mukilteo that left three people dead. (Washington State Attorney General)

Law signed banning sales of large capacity ammo magazines

Emotions swelled as Gov. Inslee signed a measure that limits capacity to 10 rounds. The new law takes effect July 1.

Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson (left) speaks with Paul Kramer at the signing of bills aimed at reducing gun violence Wednesday in Olympia. Kramer’s son Will was injured in a 2016 mass shooting in Mukilteo that left three people dead. (Washington State Attorney General)
Lake Washington High School. Courtesy photo

New law targets active shooter lockdown drills in Washington schools

By Brooklynn Hillemann, WNPA News Service

Lake Washington High School. Courtesy photo
King County Local Dive
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Restorative justice; police reform in WA; Snoqualmie Tribe petitions U.S. Supreme Court | King County Local Dive

Welcome to a new podcast for King County residents.

King County Local Dive
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School zone cameras in South King County | Shiers

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Cartoon by Frank Shiers
Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo

A testy final night of legislating brought 2 big surprises

Here’s what’s happening after adjournment of the 2022 session of the Washington Legislature.

Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo
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King County wants your opinion on new firework enforcement rules | King County

Your comments will be accepted through April 10.

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Jeff Thungc, of JLT Web Solutions.

Kent web designer knows where you’re coming from and where you want to be!

If you run a small business, you know that a great online presence is important — even more so over the last two years as… Continue reading

Jeff Thungc, of JLT Web Solutions.
King County Local Dive
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Website aids Ukrainians; criminal justice reform under scrutiny | King County Local Dive

Welcome to a new podcast for King County residents.

King County Local Dive
Carolyn H. Yamada | Obituary

Carolyn H. Yamada | Obituary

Passed away peacefully on January 24, 2022, at the age of 79. Born October 11, 1942 at Tule Lake Internment Camp Newell, California. Preceded in… Continue reading

Carolyn H. Yamada | Obituary
James Bryan Bruer | Obituary

James Bryan Bruer | Obituary

James Bryan Bruer (Jim), 78 years of age, of Kent, WA and formally Missoula, MT, passed away on 2/20/2022. Jim was born in Lac Qui… Continue reading

James Bryan Bruer | Obituary
Cait Carr, left, and Aly (Carr) Lacey pose for a photo in their varsity jackets. The sisters played together at Auburn Mountainview High School, but now coach girls basketball at Auburn Mountainview and Kentlake High School, respectively. COURTESY PHOTO, Marla Carr

Two sisters, once teammates, now coaching against each other

Carr sisters coach high school girls basketball at Kentlake, Auburn Mountainview

Cait Carr, left, and Aly (Carr) Lacey pose for a photo in their varsity jackets. The sisters played together at Auburn Mountainview High School, but now coach girls basketball at Auburn Mountainview and Kentlake High School, respectively. COURTESY PHOTO, Marla Carr
Cartoon by Frank Shiers
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The Batman vs. The Mask Mandate | Shiers

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Cartoon by Frank Shiers
Pamela Williams, King County Regional Long Term Care Ombudsman. The Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program depends on local citizen volunteers to visit, resolve complaints, and advocate for the rights of residents.

Volunteering is a Win-Win

It’s been two years since the COVID deadly outbreak. No population was more harmed by the pandemic than residents and staff of long term care,… Continue reading

Pamela Williams, King County Regional Long Term Care Ombudsman. The Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program depends on local citizen volunteers to visit, resolve complaints, and advocate for the rights of residents.