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Left to right: Lisa Funk (at edge)

Kent youths bring help to the needy in San Francisco

Mid-winter break is usually a time for relaxing. But for 10 students in Kent United Methodist Church’s youth group, the February vacation meant anything but relaxing, as they spent the week serving hundreds of meals a day, teaching preschoolers and connecting with people from different cultures.

Left to right: Lisa Funk (at edge)
Jan Banister
Jan Banister
MOMS Club president Donna Ellis

Resources for stay-at-home moms

• MOMS Club of Kent: Social organization for moms. Activities include playgroup, book club, mom’s night out and more. Prospective members can call 206-225-4018, visit www.momsclubofkentwa.org or e-mail membershipvp@momsclubofkentwa.org.

MOMS Club president Donna Ellis
MOMS Club member Carson Sanderson pushes children on a merry-go-round during a gathering April 23 at the Service Club Ballfields in Kent.

Local club offers moms partnership, friendship

For many women, leaving the working world to raise a child can be a lonely, isolating choice.

MOMS Club member Carson Sanderson pushes children on a merry-go-round during a gathering April 23 at the Service Club Ballfields in Kent.
EvergreenBank had a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony May 1 for its newest branch at 20038 68th Ave. South (West Valley Highway).  Left to right are branch Manager Lee Anderson
EvergreenBank had a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony May 1 for its newest branch at 20038 68th Ave. South (West Valley Highway).  Left to right are branch Manager Lee Anderson

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Memorial service set for O’Brien

Kentridge High School student Briana Wong was recently named a Ron Brown Scholar

Student finds global perspective has its rewards

The day Kentridge High School student Briana Wong, 17, received her acceptance letter from the Columbia University was bittersweet.

Kentridge High School student Briana Wong was recently named a Ron Brown Scholar

It’s a deal: Conks win title, coach loses hair

Aaron Radford experienced an unusual sort of soccer triple crown last Friday night: a win, a loss, and a tie.

Residents are invited to a grand opening ceremony for the city of Kent’s new boat launch

Residents are invited to a grand opening ceremony for the city of Kent’s new boat launch at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 6 at Lake Meridian Park.

It’s a first: Falcons fly into soccer postseason

At the start of the school’s second decade, the Kentlake Falcons are making their first trip to the boys soccer playoffs.

MultiCare Garage Sale fundraiser: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 3

• MultiCare Garage Sale fundraiser: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 3. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Kent. MultiCare parking lot, 222 State Ave. N, Kent.

Cancer survivor Myrtle Davidson rides in a sidecar as a guest of honor during the opening ceremony at last year’s Relay for Life of Kent. Her driver is Randy Dahl

Relay for Life a time to fight back

trying to break into vehicles. “Cancer doesn’t sleep, so for one night neither do we.”

Cancer survivor Myrtle Davidson rides in a sidecar as a guest of honor during the opening ceremony at last year’s Relay for Life of Kent. Her driver is Randy Dahl
Sister Janet Benish rocks an infant to sleep while volunteering Wednesday at Kent’s Pediatric Interim Care Center

Volunteer lauded for selfless work

Even a lifetime of service can sometimes go overlooked, but on Monday, Kent resident Sister Janet Benish’s unselfish life was recognized statewide.

Sister Janet Benish rocks an infant to sleep while volunteering Wednesday at Kent’s Pediatric Interim Care Center
Roseann Mills was awarded for her “sustained exemplary performance” in her 911 dispatch job at Valley Com in Kent. The award came as part of a celebration of National Telecommunicators Week

Dispatchers often unsung heroes – but not this month

A vital link in the often life-saving process of a 911 call often goes overlooked.

Roseann Mills was awarded for her “sustained exemplary performance” in her 911 dispatch job at Valley Com in Kent. The award came as part of a celebration of National Telecommunicators Week
Kent Schools Superintendent Barbara Grohe

Kent students learn the ins and outs of job interviews

If you can impress the Kent School District superintendent, you’ll probably be better prepared to impress your future employer.

Kent Schools Superintendent Barbara Grohe
Jenni Marshall of Victoria Roberts Salon and Spa gives Stephanie Zegers a new look April 14 during the Glizty Gals Spa Night at Faith Baptist Church.

Women get full spa treatment at club event

Women at the “Glitzy Gals Spa Night” on April 14 got the full princess treatment — back massages, haircuts, foot soaks and make-overs. And chocolate; don’t forget the chocolate.

Jenni Marshall of Victoria Roberts Salon and Spa gives Stephanie Zegers a new look April 14 during the Glizty Gals Spa Night at Faith Baptist Church.
More than 200 students of Kentridge High School bands

Kentridge musicians have happy tune to sing

At an awards ceremony emceed by the wizard Merlin and accented by performances by Mickey Mouse and Goofy, the Kentridge High School music department recently proved its sound can be heard far outside Kent city limits.

More than 200 students of Kentridge High School bands
Anastacia Nicole

Kent middle-school teacher gets national nod

Amid the shortage of trained science teachers in elementary and secondary schools across the state and the nation, there are some who are developing their skills to make up for the shortcoming.

Anastacia Nicole
Joyce Rawley

Fashion show highlights domestic-violence issues

Fashion shows usually focus on beauty, but at the upcoming Soroptimist International of Kent Spring Luncheon and Fashion Show, the main attraction is pretty ugly.

Joyce Rawley

New warehouse open for business, life changes

At first glance, the large warehouse at 18805 80th Place S. in Kent looks like any other industrial building: a high-roofed metal shell full of stacked boxes, forklifts and an assembly line.