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Is Obama really about ‘change’? | John Carlson

Barack Obama and “Change.” The two are inextricably linked. In his remarkably successful run for the Democratic nomination for president, regardless of where he campaigns, the senator constantly, ceaselessly promises change.

5-Spice Seared Ahi with Warm Fingerling Potato Salad and Wasabi Vinaigrette

Zephyr Grill’s tuna dish doesn’t spare taste for health | Recipie

Five-Spice Seared Ahi with Warm Fingerling Potato Salad and Wasabi Vinaigrette serves four.

5-Spice Seared Ahi with Warm Fingerling Potato Salad and Wasabi Vinaigrette

Icon Theatre puts the ‘I can’ back in theater Brings actors of all levels together

Casting everyone from professional actors to local drama lovers, community theater group Icon Theatre really brings people together, said Director Rebecca Lloyd.

Kent’s Bernard earns his first hydro victory

Jeff Bernard put Kent into the unlimited hydroplane winner’s circle on Sunday.

Kent Cornucopia Days schedule revealed

For the full schedule of events, pick up a Cornucopia Days guide at the Kent Reporter office, 19426 68th Ave. W., Kent, or at various locations around town. Or log onto the official Web site at www.

An unidentified man catnaps on the grass at Lake Meridian Park during the July 4 festivities. Never underestimate the value of a good nap.

Health & Fitness Calendar

“Next Level Nutrition” workshop: 6 p.m. July 17. First of 12 weekly sessions on how to plan, shop for and prepare healthy meals. Cost: $10 per class. Kent Senior Activity Center, 600 E. Smith St. 253-630-7000.

An unidentified man catnaps on the grass at Lake Meridian Park during the July 4 festivities. Never underestimate the value of a good nap.
A dragon boat team competes on Lake Meridian during last year’s Kent Cornucopia Days Dragon Boat Races. This year
A dragon boat team competes on Lake Meridian during last year’s Kent Cornucopia Days Dragon Boat Races. This year

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Two girls (names not given) react as the “Scrambler” speeds up during last year’s opening day for the Funtastic Rides carnival at Kent Cornucopia Days.

Cornucopia Days ready to roar in Kent

What’s a sure sign that it’s summer in Kent?

Two girls (names not given) react as the “Scrambler” speeds up during last year’s opening day for the Funtastic Rides carnival at Kent Cornucopia Days.

Jags host B.C. in Cornucopia Bowl

Fresh off a 44-7 rout of the Kitsap County Bears in their season opener, the King County Jaguars will play host to the British Columbia Spartans in the annual Cornucopia Bowl minor league football on Saturday at French Field.

Kent Bowl owner Jack Zaborac

Unlikely Kent Bowl owner preps for alley’s 50th anniversary

Kent resident Jack Zaborac never thought he’d make his living in a bowling alley. He didn’t grow up throwing strikes or even spares, he said, and he never imagined a life running the lanes would be very lucrative. But fate would have it otherwise. Now, Zaborac, 83, is the 46-year manager and longtime owner of Kent Bowl, located at 1234 Central Ave. N., and though he says the bowling business isn’t always booming, he’s glad he found his career.

Kent Bowl owner Jack Zaborac
Rich Marlow gets a high five after he had a clutch hit during Wednesday’s Kent Parks men’s softball playoffs. Marlow and half a dozen of his teammates grew up playing sports together in the area

Kent team’s time together spans decades, sports

They started out 20 years ago playing basketball together in a Kent Parks Department league. And they’re still playing. Then, they decided to form a softball team. And they’re still playing that in Kent, too. And guys such as Glenn Watkins, Rich Marlow and brothers Steve and Mike Redmond don’t see the end in sight.

Rich Marlow gets a high five after he had a clutch hit during Wednesday’s Kent Parks men’s softball playoffs. Marlow and half a dozen of his teammates grew up playing sports together in the area

Out & About in Kent | July 5

A listing of arts and entertainment events taking place in and around Kent.

City council to mull an extra $6M for Kent Events Center

The Kent Events Center could wind up costing nearly $6 million more than originally planned. City staff this week asked the Kent City Council for an extra $5.9 million to fund additional costs and features at the Kent Events Center. The City Operations Committee voted 2-1 Tuesday to recommend the Council approve the extra funds for the arena. The Council will consider the proposal at its next regular meeting, July 15.

McCain — the Flip-Flopper — yes indeed

Two years ago, McCain demanded that we talk with Hamas. Today, he insists that we, the U.S., not talk with Hamas. He used to say, “No Torture!” Now he insists, “Torture!” He informs us that war in Iraq [may] continue for 100 years, or more. Now he promises that the troops will return home in five years.

Charitable ways to spend federal stimulus money

I would like to suggest three ways for people to use all or part of their Economic Stimulus Tax Rebate.

All-tournament player Craig Rainey

Northwest Warriors win regionals, qualify for the CABA World Series

The Northwest Warriors, a Kent-based team that draws players from Kent, Auburn and Enumclaw, has earned a trip to the Continental Amateur Baseball Association World Series.

All-tournament player Craig Rainey

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Des Moines names new assistant city manager

Lorri Ericsonhas been named assistant city manager of Des Moines. She is currently the planning and research/administrative services manager for the Puyallup Police Department. She starts her new job with Des Moines on July 21.

This aerial photo shows the marked locations of the two log jams on the Green River

Users beware: log jams a threat on Green River

If high water flows and cold water haven’t proved deadly enough this year, another hazard is threatening users of the Green River.

This aerial photo shows the marked locations of the two log jams on the Green River