Dorothy assists in placing a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery; Ted Alger

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Local vet takes Honor Flight to D.C.

Dorothy Sleigh honored fallen vets by placing a wreath on the Tomb of the Unnamed Soldier during her…

MPV Data Dashboard September 20, 2022. Screenshot from DOH website.

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Department of Health introduces monkeypox data dashboard to track viral activity

The dashboard tracks cases numbers and hospitalizations across the state.

Former Black Diamond resident Allen W. Bittner recently pled guilty to child molestation and assault, though the child rape charge was dropped.

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2019 poisoning, molestation case ends with guilty plea

Allen Bittner’s sentencing is scheduled for Sept. 30.

Executive Dow Constantine. Courtesy of King County.

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King County Executive proposes millions of dollars in public safety investments

The proposed budget will focus on reducing crime, gun violence, and behavioral health crises.

The Washington State Department of Transportation used this image in an online open house to show the approximate location that a “King County East” airport would be considered. The image reflects the general area the report considered and is not an exact snapshot of the hypothetical airport’s geographic footprint.

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Local mayors, legislators, county officials pen letter against King County SE airport

A full copy of the letter is attached to this story.

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A podcast for King County residents featuring top local stories.

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National Alliance on Mental Health comes to the Plateau

The Family-to-Family seminar program aims to help family and friends understand mental illness and how to help their…

A look inside the King County Juvenile Detention Center. File photo

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Early data suggests program can reduce recidivism in King County

Restorative Community Pathways for youth offenders contrasts with traditional prosecution.

The Enumclaw Senior Center held a picnic on Cole Street on Aug. 22, hosted by the local Rotary. This was only one of many events seniors can enjoy through the center. Photo by Enumclaw Senior Center

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Senior Center needs assessment deadline next week

Nearly 40 percent of Enumclaw locals 50+ — this is their change to tell the Senior Center what…

Sammy Steele & The Spades will be performing at Ten Trails’ Hometown Hoedown this Saturday. Courtesy image

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Ten Trails Hoedown this weekend

Live music, a chili cook off, a water balloon contest, and more.

The Rainier School in Buckley has been caring for people with mental disabilities since 1939, though originally under the name the Western State Custodial School. It was the first such facility in Washington state, though now it is one of four. Image courtesy The Rainier School

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Disability rights group sues DSHS, Rainier School

Disability Rights Washington alleges the Buckley facility is “a dangerous place to live” and has caused injury and…

A webcamera on Mt. Rainier from Camp Shurman captured an image of a cloud passing the east side of the volcano’s summit, which to some looked like Mt. Rainier was venting. Photo courtesy National Park Service

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That’s no vent — a deeper look into the non-eruption event on Rainier

Scientists are constantly monitoring the volcano, so any large event will be noted.

Chris Vance, left, will challenge incumbent Sen. Phil Fortunato, R-31st District in November. Courtesy photos.

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Fortunato, Vance spar on abortion, crime, Republican party

The incumbent says voters want a staunch opponent to taxes, government regulation; the challenger, an Independent, says both…