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    Articles by Ray Miller-Still
    Enumclaw School District voters can drop their ballots off at the Enumclaw or Black Diamond library, and Pierce County residents have drop boxes in Buckley, South Prairie, and Wilkeson. File photo by Ray Miller-Still
    Ballots with ESD, WRSD levy measures to arrive...
    By Ray Miller-Still • January 20, 2026 3:15 pm

    Both districts are running a renewed Educational Programs Operations levy, which comprises of 16% of each’s general budget.

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    Woman who allegedly caused fatal 2024 fatal wreck...
    By Ray Miller-Still • January 16, 2026 11:00 am

    Michelle Oster was accused of killing Kim and Bette Nordberg, and severely injuring two others, when she attempted to pass multiple cars on SR 410.

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    Enumclaw City Prosecutor Will Gunderson presenting defendant Robert Chevrette with a police report before handing it to Sgt. Rich Tison, who was currently testifying. Photo by Ray Miller-Still
    Is fighting the system worth the effort? Enumclaw...
    By Ray Miller-Still • January 15, 2026 12:30 pm

    Convinced of his innocence, Robert Chevrette declined a plea deal, and instead convinced a jury to acquit him of a DUI charge.

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    Willow was rescued by the Enumclaw Fire Department and the Washington State Animal Response Team after she fell into a hole under a partially-collapased bridge. Photo courtesy Washington State Animal rescue Team
    Animal Response Team, EFD rescue local horse
    By Ray Miller-Still • January 13, 2026 2:00 pm

    Willow, an 800-pound mare, fell into a hole underneath a partially-collapsed bridge.

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    The Enumclaw School District accepted Superintendent Dr. Shaun Carey’s resignation during a special meeting on Jan. 12. Photo by Ray Miller-Still
    ESD Superintendent Dr. Carey suddenly resigns
    By Ray Miller-Still • January 12, 2026 9:30 pm

    UPDATE: Board Director Cochran posts on social media that the resignation “was a mutual decision to part ways.”

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    Volunteers triaged cats after the seizure to help determine what sort of aid and treatment the animals needed. Photo courtesy Buckley Police Department
    126 cats placed a day after Buckley seizure
    By Ray Miller-Still • January 9, 2026 11:40 am

    But work continues as various organizations continue to care for sick and injured animals.

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    The Carbon River bridge, originally named the Fairfax bridge, was found last spring to have bent support columns, necessitating an immediate closure. Image courtesy WSDOT
    WSDOT begins on preliminary design and environmental review...
    By Ray Miller-Still • January 9, 2026 10:00 am

    Work will be focused on the feasibilities of replacing the bridge versus simply demolishing the structure.

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    This is just one of more than one hundred cats confiscated in Buckley after an anonymous tip led Buckley police officers to a local home. Image courtesy Pierce County Sheriff's Office
    One hundred cats seized from Buckley home
    By Ray Miller-Still • January 8, 2026 12:15 pm

    The Buckley Police Department is asking for donations of small animal crates.

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    Image courtesy Enumclaw School District
    UPDATE: Jan. 12 levy chat cancelled for board...
    By Ray Miller-Still • January 8, 2026 1:30 am

    The district is hosting two “community conversations” next week.

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    The Blue Star Memorial was stolen sometime in December, potentially for its metal. Photo by Ray Miller-Still
    Enumclaw Blue Star Memorial stolen
    By Ray Miller-Still • January 7, 2026 12:00 pm

    Details about the theft of the armed forces tribute are still emerging.

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    The Yella Beak suddenly closed Jan. 2, before the lease was up and after social media posts indicated the bar would continue operating in 2026. Photo by Ray Miller-Still
    Iconic Enumclaw bar, the Yella Beak, suddenly closes...
    By Ray Miller-Still • January 2, 2026 3:30 pm

    The building owners already have new tenants, and the Yella Beak has pledged to honor gift cards by refund or at the new establishment.

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    Enumclaw City Council chambers. File photo
    Eight file for vacant Enumclaw council seat
    By Ray Miller-Still • January 2, 2026 2:20 pm

    An eclectic bunch, from a former deputy to a WSDOT principal planner and current Enumclaw planning commissioner are throwing their hats into the ring.

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    Enumclaw City Hall. File photo
    Enumclaw officially supports Wilkeson after bridge closure
    By Ray Miller-Still • December 31, 2025 12:35 pm

    The city is calling for the state to fund a replacement structure.

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