Bruce Molen, front, started Molen Orthodontics in Auburn March 1972. His sons, Rick, center back, and Aaron, right, joined the practice in the 2000s, while Rick's schoolmate Chris became a part of the team in 2016. Photo by Heather Boren / heatherborenphotography.pic-time.com

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A community of smiles — Molen Orthodontics celebrates 50 years

“I was trying to create the best smiles possible, and I think over the years, we were able…

Enumclaw firefighters received chainsaw training with other South King Count department earlier this year. Photo courtesy Enumclaw Fire Department

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Enumclaw Fire approves levy lid lift measure for August election

If approved by voters, the levy would rise from $1.36 to $1.50.

Ruby Gamblin, 4, at her first Father Daughter dance in 2016. Photo courtesy Enumclaw Rotary

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Rotary Father Daughter dance scheduled for the end of March

This year’s theme is “You are my Sunshine”.

Chris Waugh makes a shot at the No. 9 hole at the Farmer's Park disc golf course in Enumclaw. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Enumclaw park improvements invite increased summer activity

Additionally, the local pool is expected to receive a $1.2 million grant to go toward a new party…

A screenshot of the Feb. 13 threat made against Enumclaw High School.

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Junior EHS female arrested for Valentines Day bomb threat | March 18 UPDATE

The investigation continues, as similar — but indirectly related — threats were made the Enumclaw Middle School.

The Enumclaw and White River school districts have made mask-wearing in classrooms optional, given the state mandate has lifted. Students are still expected to wear masks in highly specific situations, like in a nurse's office. Photo courtesy Enumclaw School District

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Masks back to optional at Plateau schools as Inslee’s order expires

Additionally, neither Enumclaw or White River school districts are looking to impose their own vaccine mandates, if or…

Enumclaw welder Nick Burden improving the gas line underneath Warner Avenue. Photo courtesy the city of Enumclaw

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Natural gas prices may rise in Enumclaw

The city expects to need 6 percent more in gas revenue to meet expenses, which means an increase…

The Cascade Mountain Men Muzzle-Loading Firearms Arms Show features firearms, both original and replications, from the 18th century, as well as a variety of period clothes, camping gear, and leather and fur goods. Courtesy photo

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Cascade Mountain Men bring 18th century firearms, period goods to Expo Center

Many who are fans — or even builders — of muzzle-loading firearms consider them to be pieces of…

The Enumclaw Chamber’s annual St. Paddy’s 5K race is March 19 — make sure you wear green! Pictured is the 2019 event, which was the last time the Chamber organized the in-person race. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the Chamber’s 5K

The March 19 race is USATF certified, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a brisk job with…

Image courtesy Metro Creative Connection

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Plateau cities see hikes in property taxes

Buckley fared the best with a 2.9 percent average rise, while Enumclaw saw a nearly 11 percent jump,…

COVID case counts in Enumclaw have dramatically slowed in recent days. Screenshot

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Enumclaw’s COVID rates fall back to pre-holiday levels

The city is experiencing an average of about 1 case a day.

The proposed Enumclaw downtown pavilion is currently planned for the corner of Cole Street and Initial Avenue, where the Foal statue and large evergreen tree currently reside. Image courtesy Jeff Dahlquist and Richard Flake/editing by Ray Miller-Still

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Enumclaw City Council revisiting downtown pavilion plans

With elected officials also eyeing a new senior center or community center, the possibility of a bond measure…

Kelsie Brock, left, and Hailey Robinett, right, celebrate after successfully sorting 10 calves during the cow sorting event at their first seasonal meet. Photo by Sierrabreeze Photography

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EHS equestrian riders break district cow sorting record

The new record, set by seniors Kelsie Brock and Hailey Robinett, is 54.9 seconds.