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Gwen Allen-Carston

KBAC prepares for Juneteenth celebration in the park

The Kent Black Action Commission (KBAC) presents the third annual Juneteenth celebration, "Launching a Legacy," on Saturday, June 21 at the Morrill Meadows Park, 10600 SE 248th St, Kent.

  • Jun 19, 2014
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Gwen Allen-Carston
Volunteers from the the Church of God spent March 23 cleaning up Kent’s Central Avenue. Eighty-three volunteers began their work at the intersection of James Street and Central Avenue at noon

Kent stop us: Church members return to clean up streets

The World Mission Society Church of God in South Seattle won't stop until Kent is entirely litter free.

  • Jun 19, 2014
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Volunteers from the the Church of God spent March 23 cleaning up Kent’s Central Avenue. Eighty-three volunteers began their work at the intersection of James Street and Central Avenue at noon

Let voters decide the fate of Par 3 course

My neighbors and I are not in agreement with the apparent decision to sell the Kent (Riverbend) par 3 golf property.

  • Jun 18, 2014
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Union files grievance over conditions at Mill Creek Middle School

The Kent Education Association has filed a formal grievance against Mill Creek Middle school over dangerous disciplinary conditions at the school that have affected students and staff.

Suzanne and Jim Berrios

Golden Steer restaurant to celebrate golden anniversary

The restaurant business can be consuming and challenging, but it also can be fulfilling and rewarding.

Suzanne and Jim Berrios

Washington Traffic Safety Commission to launch ‘Drive High, Get a DUI’ campaign

With marijuana retail stores slated to open in early July, the Washington Traffic Safety Commission (WTSC) is launching a campaign to remind those planning on patronizing the new businesses that driving high is illegal.

  • Jun 18, 2014
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The city of Kent must rezone the Riverbend par 3 course it wants to sell in order for a developer to construct a mixed-use project such as condos or a hotel and retail shops.

Kent’s Land Use board considers rezoning par 3 golf course

Jack Ottini remembers when corn and strawberry fields filled the land where the city of Kent's Riverbend Golf Complex par 3 golf course sits next to the Green River.

The city of Kent must rezone the Riverbend par 3 course it wants to sell in order for a developer to construct a mixed-use project such as condos or a hotel and retail shops.
The Kent Fire Department offers tips to avoid dangerous fires at barbecues.

Kent Fire Department offers barbecue safety tips

This weekend temperatures are expected to be in the mid-70s and Saturday is the Summer Solstice – meaning it is the start of summer and the longest day of the year.

  • Jun 17, 2014
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The Kent Fire Department offers tips to avoid dangerous fires at barbecues.

Kent School District to serve up free summer lunches for children

Kent School District (KSD) Nutrition Services is sponsoring free summer lunches for all children ages 18 and under, starting the week of June 23 and running through Aug. 14.

  • Jun 16, 2014
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Sound Transit current and proposed light rail

Sound Transit wants input about where future light rail routes should go

Link light rail might be extended in the next couple of decades from Kent to Tacoma as well as from Burien to Renton under a proposal by Sound Transit.

  • Jun 16, 2014
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Sound Transit current and proposed light rail
Greg Haffner

Rotary Club of Kent awards vocational scholarships

Continuing a long tradition of supporting local students in the pursuit of further education, the Rotary Club of Kent awarded nearly $10,000 in vocational scholarships to select seniors from the Kent School District.

  • Jun 16, 2014
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Greg Haffner
Kent Fire Department call report.

Kent Fire Department call report June 8-14

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

  • Jun 16, 2014
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Kent Fire Department call report.

Red Cross to give away 5,000 emergency preparedness starter kits

Learn how to get prepared for an emergency and pick up a free preparedness starter kit at the Safe in the Sound Passport to Preparedness Event on Saturday at the Redondo Fred Meyer, 25250 Pacific Highway S., Kent.

  • Jun 13, 2014
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Jacob Llavore let his talent with mathematics guide him to high school success and an interest in aerospace engineering.

Making it all add up at Kent-Meridian | Class of 2014

For Kate Khazoyen and Jacob Llavore, the valuable time and understanding at Kent-Meridian High School have shaped where they are today.

Jacob Llavore let his talent with mathematics guide him to high school success and an interest in aerospace engineering.
Leo Davis casts his line as he enjoys the sunshine on a recent sunny Monday afternoon in Kent. Davis has been fishing at Lake Meridian for 30 years.

Gone fishin’ at Lake Meridian | SLIDESHOW

Looking to chill? Grab a pole and hit the Lake Meridian dock. It's more about relaxing than landing a big one, say many locals who come by the fishing dock.

Leo Davis casts his line as he enjoys the sunshine on a recent sunny Monday afternoon in Kent. Davis has been fishing at Lake Meridian for 30 years.

Highline will revert to original name; trustees vote to change college’s name

The Highline Community College Board of Trustees voted unanimously on Thursday to change the name of Highline Community College, returning the institution to its original name of Highline College.

  • Jun 13, 2014
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Senior Eli Wills accepts his 5th Avenue Award on Monday for his portrayal of Robbie Hart in Kentridge High School’s “The Wedding Singer.”

Kentridge senior captures top actor honors at 5th Avenue Awards

Kentridge High School's Eli Wills received best actor honors at the 12th annual 5th Avenue Awards at Benaroya Hall on Monday.

  • Jun 13, 2014
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Senior Eli Wills accepts his 5th Avenue Award on Monday for his portrayal of Robbie Hart in Kentridge High School’s “The Wedding Singer.”

Church organizes volunteer cleanup effort in Kent

Volunteers from the World Mission Society Church of God of SeaTac plan to clean up once again in Kent.

  • Jun 13, 2014
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King County Executive Dow Constantine seeks better planning between Metro and Sound Transit.

King County executive wants better planning between Sound Transit, Metro

King County Executive and Sound Transit Board Chair Dow Constantine wants local and regional transit agencies to increase joint planning and integration to create greater operating efficiencies and expand future service.

  • Jun 12, 2014
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King County Executive Dow Constantine seeks better planning between Metro and Sound Transit.
Seattle Seahawks receiver Doug Baldwin tells Kentridge High students about his successes and failures at a Sunday baccalaureate service at the school.

Seahawks’ Baldwin tells Kentridge students failure can lead to ‘sweet success’

Doug Baldwin walked back and forth across the Kentridge High School Performing Arts Center stage speaking about failure to students and parents at a baccalaureate.

Seattle Seahawks receiver Doug Baldwin tells Kentridge High students about his successes and failures at a Sunday baccalaureate service at the school.