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

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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…

Samantha Burrow stands in her no-frills office at the Enumclaw Jail, from where she helps inmates talk through their troubles and plan for their release. Photo by Alex Bruell

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For Enumclaw jail inmates, help from someone who gets it

New jail care navigator wants to help inmates find success after custody

Monkeypox virus. Photo courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control.

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Public health officials confirm case of monkeypox in King County

Health officials say the positive case does not pose a significant risk to public health

Patti Cole-Tindall (Courtesy of King County)

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Patti Cole-Tindall is officially confirmed as the new King County Sheriff

After serving as the interim sheriff since January, the King County Council unanimously voted to confirm Patti Cole-Tindall…

World War II veterans in Auburn, Wash. File photo

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Washington ranks 7th among states for number of World War II veterans

12,364 WWII veterans are living in the state, with a total population of 517,912 military veterans.

The Buckley City Council meets on May 24, 2022 at the city senior center. File photo by Alex Bruell.

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Housing affordability presentation draws ire from Buckley councilmember

City councilmember Ron Smith lambasted the report, which outlined housing needs in the city.

Tiny logo, tiny news. Photo courtesy Ray Miller-Still

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Briefly | May 25

COVID testing sites closing, and an Enumclaw meeting update.

Incumbants Sen. Phil Fortunato, R-31, Rep. Drew Stokesbary, R-31, Rep. Eric Robertson, R-31, and U.S. Rep. Kim Schrier, 8th Congressional District.

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Here’s who you can vote for in the August primaries

Incumbants Kim Schrier, Phil Fortunato, Drew Stokesbary and Eric Robertson will all see competition this year.

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.

Blotter bug

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Black Diamond police blotter | May 9 – 15

An unattended child, a lucky driver, and a stabbing in Enumclaw.

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Use your King County library card to explore the outdoors

KCLS cardholders can check out a Discover Pass for two weeks to explore public lands.

Monkeypox virus. Photo courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control.

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King County identifies first presumptive monkeypox case

The illness is not as easily transmitted compared to COVID-19, according to health officer.

Troy and Kari Thomas with Reagan Dunn and Kevin Koppes, Executive Director of the Epilepsy Foundation Washington. Submitted photo

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Dunn honors Thunder Dome Car Museum after $60K donation

The museum is a nonprofit that donates to Epilepsy Foundation Washington.