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Amy Neville, founder of the Alexander Neville Foundation, gave a presentation to a small group of Enumclaw School District parents a year ago; she is returning to give a talk at the new Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation location on May 7. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Learn more about youth fentanyl use at upcoming community meeting

Despite a downward trend in overall opioid use, fentanyl-related deaths are on the rise

A screenshot of the EMS levy lid lift measure on the August primary ballot.

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Buckley voters to decide on EMS levy lift this August

The levy lid lift would bring the 30 cent tax rate (per $1,000 in assessed property value) up…

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

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Briefly | April 24

Two trial updates.

Screenshot of the initial April 23 special election results.

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Special election update: More ballots counted, but no changes | April 25

An additional 400 more votes were counted on April 25, but there seems to be no path to…

You ballots can be turned into the drop box at the Enumclaw library until 8 p.m. tonight. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Have you voted on the community center proposal? Deadline is 8 p.m.

Here some basic information about the $19.5 million measure, and access to various links for more facts and…

Photo by Ray Miller-Still The current Courier-Herald building was build in 2005, after the original building was demolished.

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For sale: The Courier-Herald building

Though the building might change hands, Editor Ray Miller-Still says the newspaper will be here to stay.

Enumclaw Mayor Jan Molinaro giving his annual State of the City address on April 15. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Enumclaw mayor shares 2023 difficulties, accomplishments in State of the City address

The city is still seeing increases in revenue, but increases are smaller than previous years.

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…