The Enumclaw School District remains in Phase 3. Image courtesy ESD

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Enumclaw scraps plan to return K-5 students to classrooms

A hybrid learning style was originally supposed to start Monday, Oct. 26.

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White River High taking nominations for Year 2 Hall of Fame inductees

Here’s what you need to know to nominate a sports legend from your time at WRHS.

With members of the City Council looking on, Black Diamond Mayor Carol Benson cuts a ceremonial ribbon, opening a ballot drop box at the library. Photo by Kevin Hanson

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County Elections places ballot drop box at Black Diamond library

No longer will Black Diamond residents have to drive out of town to vote.

Enumclaw's empty Expo Center has seen a large financial loss. Courtesy photo

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Enumclaw council hears of tough financial times at Expo Center

Director Rene Popke has estimated the Expo could see a net loss of $700,000 by the end of…

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As Buckley Council begins budget talks, city residents weigh in

More than 150 people chimed in on a budget survey - a first for Buckley.

The trailhead for Ranger Falls/Green Lake is clearly marked, three miles from the end of Carbon River Road; the trail to the falls is mostly uphill but provides great natural scenery; and, finally, the roaring falls is the ultimate payoff. Photos by Kevin Hanson

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Ranger Falls: three easy miles, then it’s all uphill

This is the tenth in a series of articles about local hikes.

This time of year, visitors to the Foothills Trail - just east of Orting - will see anglers trying their luck. Photo by Kevin Hanson

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Foothills Trail: a popular destination now, even more planned for future

This is the ninth in a series of articles about local hikes.

Pierce County makes it clear, Electron Dam should go

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Pierce County makes it clear, Electron Dam should go

An incident with artificial turf has led Pierce County to demand the Electron Dam to be removed and…

Local school districts moving closer to seeing students in buildings

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Local school districts moving closer to seeing students in buildings

First up will be having a hybrid learning model with elementary students.

The access road to the Green River Natural Area is sometimes used by equestrians. Photo by Kevin Hanson

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Green River Natural Area: some trails short and simple, others provide a test

This is the eighth in a series of articles about local hikes.

City Council hears update from Wellness Foundation

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City Council hears update from Wellness Foundation

The Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation provides food to school students and delivers meals to local seniors, among other…

Nolte State Park is geared to almost any lifestyle, whether it's families enjoying a picnic or a dip in the lake or others the prefer the solitude of a walk among the trees. Photo by Kevin Hanson

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Nolte State Park: hike the trail, catch a fish or stretch out for a family picnic

This is the seventh in a series of articles about local hikes.

Anyone who has visited Mud Mountain Dam is familiar with this view from the observation platform. In a COViD world, the area is now off-limits, but the area’s Rim Trail, which begins just outside the park gates, is open for visitors. Photo by Kevin Hanson

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Mud Mountain Dam: Rim Trail remains popular, everything else closed for now

This is the sixth article in a series about local hikes.