The fatal crash this morning occurred just a mile east of Greenwater. Image courtesy Pierce County Sheriff’s Department

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Officers investigating fatal crash outside Greenwater

Pierce County deputies found what they believe to be the remains of three people after putting out the…

The detour will be used for the weekend of Aug. 18 and the second weekend of September 2023. Image courtesy of Washington State Department of Transportation.

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All lanes of I-405 between Bellevue-Renton closed for the weekend

From Coal Creek Parkway in Bellevue to Sunset Boulevard in Renton, I-405 is closed for 55 hours, starting…

Left to right, incumbent Lori Metschan lost the recent primary race to challengers Ben Stouffer and Tonya Pettit.

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Election deep dive: What areas supported which candidates, levy measures

Enumclaw School District Director 4 incumbent Lori Metschan enjoyed a voting lead around Black Diamond, but challenger Tonya…

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Foothills Bridge segments in place

The “Network Arch” was installed on Aug. 17

Firefighters from four agencies extinguished a brush fire Wednesday evening, Aug. 16 in the 3300 block of South 260th Street on the West Hill in Kent. COURTESY PHOTO, Puget Sound Fire

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Firefighters extinguish brush fire on West Hill in Kent

Fire broke out Tuesday evening, Aug. 16; four fire departments responded

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On July 22, burglars broke into the Enumclaw Chevron, stealing various products, cash, and attempting to break into an ATM.

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Burglars hit Enumclaw Chevron again

In the span of a month, there were two more burglaries, and the manager is fed up

The Phoenix Court Apartments in Kent at 23913 111th Pl. SE. COURTESY PHOTO, Phoenix Court Apartments

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City of Kent files public nuisance suit against Phoenix Court Apartments

Seeks injunction in efforts to improve safety at crime-ridden complex

Mt Rainier

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Mount Rainier announces burn ban | Mount Rainier National Park

No campfires or cookouts will be allowed for the near future

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Bill Connell poses for a portrait the week of his 100th birthday.

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At 100, love and family are what Bill cares for

William V. Connell been around the block, living during the great depression and serving in WWII

Rep. Kim Schrier opens up the food locker at The Market to reveal a bag of fresh food. The Market plans to open up five additional lockers in several communities in east Pierce County by the end of the year to better support those who are experiencing any level of food insecurity. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Food lockers soon to be available in Wilkeson, Carbonado

The Market is expanding its food access solution for communities in food deserts as Rep. Kim Schrier announces…

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

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Briefly | Aug. 16

Corrections and updates for last week’s big article

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King County issues Stage 2 burn ban in light of high temps | Local Services

All outdoor fires (fire bits and campfires) are prohibited; barbecues and grills are still allowed to be used.

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Enumclaw, Buckley police blotter

A self-reported arsonist called in a false alarm and other local crime news