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Kent Police seek man who tried to lure girl on East Hill

Kent Police want the public's help to identify and find a suspect involved in an attempted child luring incident.

The city of Kent plans to sell its par 3 course at the Riverbend Golf Complex to a developer to build a mixed-use project after a proposal to get new FAA offices at the site didn't work out.

City of Kent tees off again to sell Riverbend par 3 golf course property

Now that the new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) offices won't be coming to Kent, city officials are back to the first hole to market the Riverbend Golf Complex's par 3 property.

The city of Kent plans to sell its par 3 course at the Riverbend Golf Complex to a developer to build a mixed-use project after a proposal to get new FAA offices at the site didn't work out.
This map shows an extension of Sound Transit's light rail tracks with an Interstate 5 alignment from SeaTac to Federal Way

People debate best route for light rail to Kent and Federal Way

Dozens of people let Sound Transit leaders know during a public hearing last week at Highline College in Des Moines where they would like to see tracks and stations built when the agency extends light rail from SeaTac to Kent and eventually to Federal Way.

This map shows an extension of Sound Transit's light rail tracks with an Interstate 5 alignment from SeaTac to Federal Way
A flag bearer stands proudly at the start of the Khalsa Day Parade

Day of celebration for Sikh community | SLIDESHOW

The Sikh community celebrated Vaisakhi Day or Vaisakhi – a religious and colorful festival filled with music, prayer, food, exhibits and a parade – at a sun-splashed ShoWare Center last Saturday.

  • May 13, 2015
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A flag bearer stands proudly at the start of the Khalsa Day Parade
Mill Creek students

Gov. Inslee visits Mill Creek, signs bill that supports college aid program

Salome Molia, an eighth-grader at Mill Creek Middle School, hopes to be the first in her family to earn a four-year college degree.

Mill Creek students
Kiran Shrestha

Help for Nepal: Restaurant owner hosts benefit for earthquake victims in his native country

For Kiran Shrestha, it's hard to be halfway around the world from family and friends following the April 25 earthquake that shook his native Nepal.

Kiran Shrestha
Glen Martin

Faculty want Green River College president removed

Green River College President Eileen Ely needs to go. Such was the message of more than 100 Green River students and faculty during a rally on the college's main campus Wednesday.

Glen Martin
Ramil Gulaliyev plays Stanley Kowalski and Samantha Hsu portrays Stella Kowalski in the Kent-Meridian Drama production of a “A Streetcar Named Desire.” Performances are 7 p.m. May 13-16

Kent-area community calendar | May 13

Career Fair: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 14, Green River College, Lindbloom Center, 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn.

  • May 13, 2015
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Ramil Gulaliyev plays Stanley Kowalski and Samantha Hsu portrays Stella Kowalski in the Kent-Meridian Drama production of a “A Streetcar Named Desire.” Performances are 7 p.m. May 13-16
The King County Sheriff's Office is looking for the public's help to find Mark Dale Shewmaker

King County Sheriff’s Office looking for man in child molestation case

The King County Sheriff’s Office is looking for the public's help to locate Mark Dale Shewmaker who failed to appear in court on May 8 while waiting for the verdict on three counts of first-degree child molestation charges.

  • May 13, 2015
  • BY Wire Service
The King County Sheriff's Office is looking for the public's help to find Mark Dale Shewmaker

Kent School District launches mobile app | Briefs

Information about the Kent School District is now accessible through a mobile app.

  • May 13, 2015
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750,000 Washington state Verizon, Sprint consumers can claim refunds from bogus charges

Attorney General Bob Ferguson on Tuesday announced that more than 750,000 Washington Sprint and Verizon customers will be eligible for refunds for unauthorized charges on their cellphone bills as a result of legal action by his office.

  • May 12, 2015
  • BY Wire Service
Tips from the public helped the Kent Police find the car

Kent Police find primary vehicle reportedly involved in baby’s shooting death | Update

Tips from the public helped the Kent Police identify and find a vehicle thought to be involved in the April 16 shooting death of a 1-year-old baby girl.

Tips from the public helped the Kent Police find the car
Celebrate the city of Kent's 125th anniversary during a reception at 6 p.m. on Tuesday

Celebrate city of Kent’s 125th anniversary at reception on May 19

Residents can help the city of Kent celebrate its 125th anniversary at a reception at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 19 at City Hall, 220 Fourth Ave. S.

Celebrate the city of Kent's 125th anniversary during a reception at 6 p.m. on Tuesday

Orca Lift reduced transit fares available to Kent residents

Free Orca Lift cards are available for eligible residents of South King County through Multi-Service Center (MSC).

  • May 11, 2015
  • BY Wire Service
Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority call report.

Kent Fire Department call report May 3-9

A weekly look at the number of calls to the Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority:

  • May 11, 2015
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Kent Fire Department Regional Fire Authority call report.
The Kent Fire Department responded to a reported hazardous material incident Monday at a building in the 19800 block of 84th Avenue South.

Five employees at Kent company sent to hospitals after possible hazardous material incident

Five employees at a Kent company in the 19800 block of 84th Avenue South were sent to local hospitals on Monday morning for treatment following exposure to a possible airborne chemical.

The Kent Fire Department responded to a reported hazardous material incident Monday at a building in the 19800 block of 84th Avenue South.
Drivers will see extra patrols as part of the Click it or ticket campaign May 18-31 in King County.

Click it or Ticket extra patrols on streets May 18-31

The annual statewide Click it or ticket campaign will run from May 18-31 as motorists in Washington can expect to see extra seat belt patrols, which will include an emphasis on children who are not properly restrained.

  • May 11, 2015
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Drivers will see extra patrols as part of the Click it or ticket campaign May 18-31 in King County.
Be sure to follow safety precautions when operating a barbecue grill.

Barbecuing safety tips from the Kent Fire Department

As the spring weather slowly begins to change to warmer and sunnier skies, more and more people will bring out gas and charcoal grills to cook on.

  • May 11, 2015
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Be sure to follow safety precautions when operating a barbecue grill.

15th annual National Trails Day in Kent set for June 6

June 6 marks the 15th year Kent residents have come together to help build and maintain 26-plus miles of trails. This year, volunteers are needed to add a fresh layer of gravel to a well-worn Clark Lake Park trail, SE 240th St., Kent.

  • May 11, 2015
  • BY Wire Service
Sherril Huff

King County Elections director will not seek re-election

King County Elections Director Sherril Huff will not seek re-election as King County Elections director.

  • May 11, 2015
  • BY Wire Service
Sherril Huff