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Teen arrested after causing Enumclaw school lockdowns

Jacob Bainton has been charged with DUI, reckless endangerment, displaying a weapon on school property, and disturbing school…

While Laughing Goat Flower Farm's private garden is for small parties and events like dinners and baby showers, the farm is looking to expand and become a wedding venue in time for next summer. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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An English garden in Enumclaw

Laughing Goat Flower Farm is hosting three Peony Sip & Stroll events this weekend.

A 19 year-old was recently arrested after causing four Enumclaw School District schools to go on modified lockdown. His bike has been impounded. Photo by Alex Bruell

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19 year-old arrested after Enumclaw School District lockdowns

The Black Diamond resident was arrested with throwing stars, a BB gun, and a compound bow with one…

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EHS student convicted of felony harassment for Vday bomb threat

Her sentence has been deferred for a year, and will be dismissed if she stays out of trouble.

EHS junior Zoey Ryan was recently honored with a "best in show" win at the school's annual National Art Honor Society event. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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EHS’ Zoey Ryan awarded “best in show” during district art competition

The junior was honored for her compilation titled, “Beauty has no measure”.

From the top of the Mt. Peak fire tower, this farmhouse peaks out through the foliage. Photo by Alex Bruell.

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Public opinion wanted on tree clearing, improved views from Mt. Peak lookout tower

The view from the tower is less than spectacular — that could change in the future, if locals…

Long-time Enumclaw City Clerk Maureen Burwell is retiring, with her last day being June 3. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Enumclaw city council updates: golf course, community center, sewer mains, and a retirement

Additionally, a pickleball court planned for McFarland Park has been scratched.

The Washington state Supreme Court denied review of a lawsuit against Black Diamond, upholding a lower court's ruling that the city council, not Mayor Carol Benson, has the power to hire and fire legal counsel.

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State Supreme Court declines review of Black Diamond case over unpaid lawyer fees

The case could go to trial, or the city could settle, as it has in a related case.

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Final call for 2022/2023 community columnists

We want YOU on our opinion page!

Enumclaw's Fourth of July parade is always a hit, so make sure to grab your spot on Cole Street early. Photo by  Kevin Hanson

Life

Plateau and beyond exploding with summer events

From the Culpepper and Merriweather Circus to Black Diamond’s Labor Days festival, there should be enough local event…

Trees separating the Enumclaw library parking lot from the nearby field have already been cut down, and grinding will soon begin in preparation of that field turning into a parking lot. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Enumclaw library parking lot closed until May 25

The lot is closed as trees are felled and stumps ground down.

Allan Thomas and his attorney John Henry Browne exit the U.S. District Court building in Seattle following his conviction on several of the counts he was charged with in the drainage district trial. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Jury sides with DOJ in Drainage District 5 case

Allan Thomas was found guilty of conspiracy, wire and mail fraud, and one count aggravated identity theft; Joann…

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Enumclaw’s City Hall had its first council meeting on Nov. 1, 1921. It was built for around $15,000 — or approximately $230,000 today, factoring in inflation.

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Enumclaw gearing up for city hall landmark presentation

Presentation will be held June 24 at the city council chambers