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Education key to bridging income gap

“Two Americas ... one privileged, the other burdened ... one America that does the work, another that reaps the reward. One America that pays the… Continue reading

Reporter column writer needs to check his facts

I would like to respond to the article by Todd Nuttman in your Dec. 17, 2008 issue of the Kent Reporter.First, he must have not… Continue reading

Valley Towing takes away the SUV that caught fire on Highway 167 before the Willis Street exit Tuesday morning.

DRIVE ALERT: SR 167 opens after car fire

Two northbound lanes of State Route 167 were blocked for about a half hour late Tuesday morning, due to a car fire on the route… Continue reading

Valley Towing takes away the SUV that caught fire on Highway 167 before the Willis Street exit Tuesday morning.

Reader is glad to see Backstrom column in Reporter

We are conservatives and were delighted to read Walter Backstrom’s letter to the editor in your newspaper.I am glad to see you have balanced coverage,… Continue reading

The Pontipee brothers sweep the ladies off their feet in The 5th Avenue Theatre’s production of “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers

OUT & ABOUT for the week of Dec. 24

Calendar SubmissionsThe entertainment calendar is published Wednesdays and Saturdays on a space-available basis. Submit entertainment items at least a week before publication dates to calendar@reporternewspapers.com.EventsSococulture:… Continue reading

The Pontipee brothers sweep the ladies off their feet in The 5th Avenue Theatre’s production of “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Sophomore Cameron Whiting leads a deep Kentridge team this season and is one of the South Puget Sound League North Division’s top returning swimmers. The Chargers entered the season having won their last 22 league dual meets.

It’s a numbers game for Kentridge boys swim team

The numbers are quickly adding up for Kentridge High’s boys swim team.So, too, are the titles.And from the early look of things, the Chargers’ run… Continue reading

Sophomore Cameron Whiting leads a deep Kentridge team this season and is one of the South Puget Sound League North Division’s top returning swimmers. The Chargers entered the season having won their last 22 league dual meets.

Man hit by passing car on I-5 in Kent

A man was struck by passing car along Interstate 5 in Kent, and both his legs were broken in the mishap, according to the Washington… Continue reading

Herbjorg Sortun Pederson

Herbjorg Sortun Pederson

Herbjørg Sortun PedersenHerbjørg Sortun Pedersen died peacefully on December 20, 2008.She was born at home on October 14, 1913 in Eikefjord Sunnfjord, Norway, the second,… Continue reading

Herbjorg Sortun Pederson
THAT'S ONE FANCY COAT — Auburn Regional Theatre is performing the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' through Dec. 21 at Auburn Mountainview Theater

OUT & ABOUT for the week of Dec. 20

Calendar SubmissionsThe entertainment calendar is published Wednesdays and Saturdays on a space-available basis. Submit entertainment items at least a week before publication dates to calendar@reporternewspapers.com.EventsSococulture:… Continue reading

THAT'S ONE FANCY COAT — Auburn Regional Theatre is performing the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' through Dec. 21 at Auburn Mountainview Theater

Innovations are part of Kent P.D.

The conventional wisdom about the public sector is that we do not innovate. There are plenty of examples, though, where we do innovate and think… Continue reading

Weekend storm may bring power outages: Staying safe

KING COUNTY – High winds forecast this weekend may lead to power outages in some parts of King County. Given the cold temperatures, Public Health… Continue reading

Weather, schools, roads: Where to go for what you need to know

Road conditions and updates: www.wsdot.wa.gov/traffic/seattle/Road conditions in Kent: www.ci.kent.wa.us/roadclosureRegional weather, traffic alerts (Regional Public Information Network): www.rpin.org/rpinweb/School closures: www.schoolreport.org/Weather updates: www.seattleweather.com… Continue reading

Pet owners alert: Weather affects animal-control services

With continued snow and icy conditions around the county, King County Animal Care and Control is limiting where and how quickly its officers and staff… Continue reading

Update: Road conditions and state weather

The snowstorms that hit most areas around the state were supposed to visit both the Central Puget Sound and Vancouver areas later Thursday.Drivers in most… Continue reading

Capt. Kyle Ohashi of the Kent Fire Department. His agency is advising folks in ways to play it safe this winter.

Safety in freezing weather: Kent Fire Dept. gives tips

In light of the cold weather in the Puget Sound region Kent Fire Department suggests these safety tips.Carbon Monoxide: (CO) is a colorless, almost odorless,… Continue reading

Capt. Kyle Ohashi of the Kent Fire Department. His agency is advising folks in ways to play it safe this winter.

Be prepared for next round of arctic weather, DOT says

OLYMPIA - With more snow, ice and wind in the forecast, the Washington State Department of Transportation is advising drivers to prepare for winter driving… Continue reading

Viola K. Johnson

Viola K. Johnson

Viola K. JohnsonViola K. Johnson passed away peacefully at Franciscan Hospice in Tacoma, WA December 17, 2008.She was born to William and Olive McElwain at… Continue reading

Viola K. Johnson
'The Nutcracker' Evergreen City Ballet will present the holiday classic 'The Nutcracker” Dec. 19-21 at IKEA Performing Arts Center

OUT & ABOUT For the week of Dec. 17

EventsSococulture: For information about cultural events throughout South King County, visit www.sococulture.org.Victorian High Tea: Dec. 21. Enjoy a leisurely teatime amid the mansion’s Christmas decor… Continue reading

'The Nutcracker' Evergreen City Ballet will present the holiday classic 'The Nutcracker” Dec. 19-21 at IKEA Performing Arts Center
Kentwood’s Courtney Johnson (left) and Jessie Genger (right) put the squeeze on Auburn Riverside guard Amanda Thomson.

GIRLS BASKETBALL: Kentwood knocks off AR in battle of state heavyweights

Tears of frustration were shed.Hugs of joy were passed out.And it was clear shortly after fourth-ranked Kentwood knocked off No. 2 Auburn Riverside on Thursday… Continue reading

Kentwood’s Courtney Johnson (left) and Jessie Genger (right) put the squeeze on Auburn Riverside guard Amanda Thomson.

KR stuns top-ranked Federal Way

The Kentridge boys basketball team isn’t ready to concede anything just yet.Especially not the South Puget Sound League North Division title. Saturday night at top-ranked… Continue reading