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Diamond J Junk Removal owner Casey James said he’s willing to drive by local homes to collect donations for Spokane wildfire victims. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Enumclaw local collecting donations for Spokane wildfire victims

Casey James will be dropping off water and other supplies in over east on Aug. 10.

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The Enumclaw Pro Rodeo is the biggest local event of August, but it certainly isn’t the only entertainment around. Here are some photos from last year’s event.

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At A Glance | August 2026 Community Calendar

There’s so much more happening Enumclaw than just the Pro Rodeo this month.

Lucy accompanied David Hauge everywhere after he found her by the Enumclaw cemetery more than a decade ago. Courtesy photo

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Enumclaw’s ‘Pumpkinpup’ Lucy killed by deer

David Hauge, local giant pumpkin artist, said Lucy was a crowd favorite locally and abroad.

Belfair State Park’s scenic shoreline. Photo courtesy Washington State Parks and Recreation

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The stunning saltwater shores of Belfair | Hiking the Evergreen State

You can camp mere feet from the beach at the state park on the Hood Canal.

Image courtesy city of Enumclaw

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Got junk? Enumclaw plans electronic recycling, extra garbage pick up events

Skip the dump and let your city take care of your trash.

Marianne Binetti, “The Compleat Home Gardener”

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Yes, this will be on the test: Garden cram week | The Compleat Home Gardener

The end of July can be a bounty — but you’ll be busy.

PHOTO BY KEVIN HANSON A wood bridge over Ravensdale Creek provides tranquil scenery, a partial view of a beaver dam and (if one is lucky) a heron in flight.

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A serene adventure at Lake Sawyer | Hiking the Northwest

Looking for a calmer nature hike? Or maybe a less crowded place to fish? This Black Diamond park…

Marianne Binetti, “The Compleat Home Gardener”

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Tips and tricks for draught-resistant gardens | The Compleat Home Gardener

Want to save on your water bill? Try some of these perennials and groundcovers.

Guests got to hold fins and jaws of thresher and sixgill sharks. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Shark in the Park celebrates local sixgills

The 2nd annual Shark in the Park community festival took place over the weekend in Des Moines, complete…

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Alexander’s Castle, the oldest building on the Fort Warden grounds, is now available for rent. It was built in 1883 by a local minister for a prospective bride.

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March on down to Fort Worden for great camping | Hiking the Evergreen State

The 434-acre park offers the best of forest and beach.

Marianne Binetti, “The Compleat Home Gardn

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July is all about red, white, and bloom – so don’t forget to fertilize | The Complete Home Gardener

But don’t fertilize your lawn before leaving on vacation.

Photo by Ray Miller-Still
Dr. Mark Seaburb giving an exam to Taylor Maloney, a new patient and employee.

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Enumclaw Vision Clinic’s Dr. Seaburg hangs up his glasses after 48 years

After nearly five decades of optometry, Mark Seaburg has treated generations of patients and won nine “Best Of”…

The Paradise Inn and Mount Rainier viewed from the Paradise Valley Road on June 12. Photo courtesy NPS

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Planning an Independence Day trip to Rainier? Here are some tips

The National Park is fee-free July 3 - 5.