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A current mock-up of the proposed community center, though old building accents are still shown. The design won’t be finalized unless the $19.5 million bond is passed, so locals can still give the city their input — but design changes could come with additional costs. Image courtesy the city of Enumclaw

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Long-awaited community center vote is here

Make sure to drop your ballot off, or have it postmarked, by 8 p.m. on April 23.

Sen. Phil Fortunato (R-31). Courtesy photo

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Fortunato announces Secretary of State run

The District 31 senator wants to test Washington’s voting registration system for weaknesses.

Drivers using 244th this next week will need to find alternate routes around town or to the highway. Image courtesy the city of Enumclaw

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Four intersections to close as Enumclaw builds ADA ramps

This includes the 244th intersections with Sunrise Elementary and McDougal, as well as the Monroe and Railroad and…

Image courtesywww.lithionrecycle.com A few examples of which items around your home might use a lithium-ion battery. Please note that only rechargeable items that use lithium batteries can be recycled; any items that require a plug-in cord cannot be recycled at the upcoming event.

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In the middle of spring cleaning? Here’s where to recycle your used lithium batteries

These batteries are known to catch fire or explode when mishandled; here’s how you can dispose of them…

Roberts Drive is expected to close at the SR 169 intersection for six months. Image courtesy the city of Black Diamond

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Roberts Drive to close for six months this May

This is the only expected full closure as the roundabouts on SR 169 are being constructed.

Photo by Ray Miller-Still It’s not too late to sign up for the Rainier Run 5K — but if you don’t want to run, you’re still invited to the block party.

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Rainier 5K and block party this weekend

There will be a Kiddie Dash and prizes for the fastest runners, plus food trucks and other activities…

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

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Briefly | April 10

Two trial updates.

Photo Courtesy of Eric Skogen The city of Buckley’s fire department consists of four full-time fighters, and the rest are volunteers. If voters approve a EMS levy lid lift, the city hopes to hire an additional full-time first responder.

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Buckley residents should expect EMS levy measure on August ballot

The primary election will see a measure to raise the levy rate from 30 cents to 50 cents.

Kent Police recovered nearly 800 catalytic converters in a 2021 bust. File photo

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New state legislation fights catalytic converter theft

Governor Jay Inslee signed a bill on March 26 adding new regulations to the purchase and sale of…

A sketch of how the one-lane roundabout at the Roosevelt Avenue and 244th Avenue intersection will look like, once construction is completed in September. Image courtesy of the city of Enumclaw

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Roundabout coming to Roosevelt and 244th

Drivers should note that portions of Roosevelt will be closed during summer construction.

Fryingpan Creek Bridge will be replaced in the next few years; the original was built in 2930-1931. (Image taken in 1992 by photographer John “Jet” Lowe, accessed via the Library of Congress)

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Time reservation slots for Mount Rainier now open

Additionally, a plan to replace Fryingpan Creek Bridge has been approved.

Enumclaw Mayor Jan Molinaro answering questions about the proposed community center right before the March 14 open house got underway. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Enumclaw hosting two additional open houses on community center

Your chance to ask questions are on April 6 at the library, and April 9 inside council chambers.

Photo by Ray Miller-Still An Enumclaw Parks and Rec coach pumping up her youth athletes during halftime at a Feb. 27 game at Thunder Mountain Middle School.

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How could the proposed Community Center expand city sports programs? Here are some answers.

Enumclaw Parks and Rec’s sports programs have used local schools to their full capacity — a Community Center…