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Jason Patterson addresses the crowd during Saturday night’s Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony on the campus of Central Washington University.

Sports

“It was kind of a surprise”; ESD math teacher recounts reaction to Hall of Fame induction news

Math teacher Jason Patterson was inducted into Central Washington University’s Hall of Fame over the weekend.

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Candidate filing begins for 9 Washington state legislative seats

Candidates can begin filing at 8 a.m. Monday (May 5) for more than 3,200 seats on city councils,…

Cranes at the Port of Tacoma. File photo

Northwest

WA ports await sharp drop in cargo over tariff battle

President’s standoff with China is expected to stifle the flow of goods.

Opponents of the Segale Properties mine want to keep the area natural for recreation and protect nearby bodies of water. Photo by Zachary Pratt / pnwadventurequest

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King County moves back deadline for gravel mine determination

The county is looking at whether Segale Properties’ proposed environmental mitigation strategies are enough to protect the local…

Google maps screenshot of the 23300 block of Southeast 416th Street. (Screenshot)

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Auburn woman accused of driving 118 mph in DUI crash that killed child

12-year-old dies after late-night crash in Enumclaw.

Reps. Drew Stokesbary (left) and Josh Penner (right). Courtesy Photo

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Stokesbary, Penner help secure last-minute deal to save Rainier School in Buckley

The institution was slated to shutter in 202; the new legislation will keep it open indefinitely.

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A pair of signs urging locals to reject the proposed Enumclaw School District levy on the April 22 ballot.

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ESD community rejects “critical maintenance” levy | Election recap

The district now must find other ways to slowly repair leaking roofs, replace decades-old fire panels, and upgrade…

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Boy dead, mother arrested after fatal late night crash

King County deputies say the woman hit a ditch on 416th Street, causing the car to go airborne…

Dash Point State Park. Washington State Parks photo

Northwest

WA Legislature approves hiking Discover Pass price to $45

The increase would take effect on Oct. 1, 2025.

Painting the Mother Africa logo for the organization’s 2025 Board Retreat. Courtesy photo.

Life

Mother Africa: Serving KC’s immigrant community for 21 years

Mother Africa has been part of South King County for over 20 years, having been founded by Risho…

Chase Jones and his attorney Brad Barshis reading Jones’ statement to the judge. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/Sound Publishing

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Man who killed four in Renton crash sentenced to over 17 years in prison

The prosecutor reported that Chase Jones was traveling at 112 mph when he crashed into the victims.

Small American flags adorn headstones at Tahoma National Cemetery in Kent. Photo Courtesy of Tahoma National Cemetery.

Northwest

Volunteers needed at Tahoma National Cemetery in South King Co.

With Memorial Day over a month away, now is a good time to consider volunteering to help families…

Rep. Kim Schrier (WA-8) cutting the ribbon to celebrate renovations to the Enumclaw Senior Center with Enumclaw Mayor Jan Molinaro, Senior Center Director Melissa Holt, and City Administrator Chris Searcy. Courtesy photo

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Enumclaw senior center celebrates structural improvements

Rep. Kim Schrier secured a $700,000 grant in 2022, which funded roof repairs and earthquake-resistant structural improvements.