E-bikes are pedal-assisted vehicles, while e-motorcycles rely exclusively on an electric motor to run. Photo courtesy Enumclaw Police Department

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Enumclaw considering banning e-motorcycles from sidewalks, parks

The ordinance is designed to compliment new state rules and definitions about e-motorcycles.

The Enumclaw School District administration buildings. Photo courtesy ESD

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ESD to break ground on new school June 26

Evergreen Elementary is the product of a unique relationship between the district and a developer.

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Buckley man charged with assault, discharging his firearm in RV park

Kristopher Michael Kusack allegedly put his gun against a victim’s head before firing two shots elsewhere.

Reuben the horse was located by deputies on April 9, less than 24 hours after he was allegedly stolen. Photo courtesy KCSO

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Suspect in Enumclaw horse theft charged

Jenee Amber Westberg, a former employee of the farm, allegedly stole Reuben on April 9.

King County Transportation District board members met May 27 to discuss amendments to a proposed 0.1% sales tax. Screenshot

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King County Transportation District approves new sales tax in close vote

The 0.1% tax will fund the county’s Roads and Services Division and sends tens of thousands, if not…

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Man arrested after shots fired at local RV park

The yet-to-be identified man was arrested on suspicion of assault, discharging a firearm, and felony harassment.

Former Wilkeson Mayor Jayme Peloli

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Wilkeson Mayor Peloli resigns

Instead of being mayor, she will now serve as a Government Relations Consultant for Wilkeson and continue her…

An unnamed tributary to Ginder Creek runs under SR 169 near Black Diamond through two culverts that are too small and shallow for fish to successfully navigate. Photo courtesy WSDOT

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WSDOT to share SR 169 fish culvert replacement details | UPDATE

Two major projects on the highway will improve fish habitat in the area, but will also heavily affect…

Enumclaw City Council chambers. File photo

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Enumclaw council passes six-year Transportation Improvement Plan

Projects include improving ADA on sidewalks, safer foot access to the Foothills Trail, and flashing stop signs at…

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Several rangers and VIPs preparing to load Ranger Robin Pendery for the flight to a Denali National Park basecamp on March 23.

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Local mountaineering guide dies after fall on McKinley

Robin Pendery was an accomplished climber, having summitted numerous mountains and glaciers - some multiples of times.

Shalisa Hayes, executive director at the Billy Ray Shirley III Foundation, was one of many who spoke about gun violence and shared her story about the death of her son during the June 8 press event. Photo courtesy Pierce County

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Free firearm lock boxes available to Buckley, east Pierce County residents

To curb gun violence, Pierce County bought 15,000 firearm lock boxes to distribute from Family Resource Centers.

Contributed photo A closeup of a Ride Around Mount Rainier in One Day rider at Box Canyon during a 2023 RAMROD event.

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GETMAD replaces annual Mount Rainier cyclist ride

The new route will take bikers to Mowich Lake, which hasn’t been accessible to the public for more…

King County Transportation District board members met May 27 to discuss amendments to a proposed 0.1% sales tax. Screenshot

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King County Transportation District nears finalizing new sales tax

Board members agree cities should receive a portion of the $100 million in expected revenue, but are now…