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The Blue Star Memorial was stolen sometime in December, potentially for its metal. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Enumclaw Blue Star Memorial stolen

Details about the theft of the armed forces tribute are still emerging.

On Dec. 8, 2025, the atmospheric river stretched thousands of miles from Guam to Washington before bringing moist subtropical air to the region for nearly a week. Photo from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s GOES-18 Satellite

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Flood science: How December’s atmospheric river soaked Washington

After recovering from record-setting flooding, many in King County are wondering why December’s flooding has been more extreme…

The Yella Beak suddenly closed Jan. 2, before the lease was up and after social media posts indicated the bar would continue operating in 2026. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

Business

Iconic Enumclaw bar, the Yella Beak, suddenly closes its doors

The building owners already have new tenants, and the Yella Beak has pledged to honor gift cards by…

Enumclaw City Council chambers. File photo

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Eight file for vacant Enumclaw council seat

An eclectic bunch, from a former deputy to a WSDOT principal planner and current Enumclaw planning commissioner are…

Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo

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New laws and taxes take effect in WA on Jan. 1

Tax hikes on big business and rental cars. Unemployment benefits for workers on strike.

Enumclaw City Hall. File photo

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Enumclaw officially supports Wilkeson after bridge closure

The city is calling for the state to fund a replacement structure.

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The Top Ten News Stories of 2025

There was a ton of news last year, from failed levies to damaged bridges — and everything in…

A night photo of the now-repaired SR 410. Photo courtesy WSDOT

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Merry Xmas, Greenwater and Crystal Mountain: SR 410 fully reopens

It took only two days of emergency work to repair the damage caused by Boise Creek earlier this…

Bloodworks does mobile donation drives to help community members donate more conveniently, like this event at St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way on Dec. 18. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / Sound Publishing

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Floods lead to shortage in local blood bank supply

For those looking to help in the aftermath of the floods in South King County and beyond, donating…

The Bellevue Ice Rink in downtown Bellevue. Photo courtesy of Bellevue Downtown Association.

Life

Where to go ice skating in King County

Gliding around the ice is one of the joys of the holiday season — but not one you…

The flooded Cedar River flowing into Lake Washington. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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Tenants’ rights and resources following floods

Washington state law has protections for tenants.

Emergency work has started on SR 410 after the road was closed earlier this month when Boise Creek washed sediment under the highway away during a flood. Photo courtesy WSDOT

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Emergency work on SR 410 begins; Crystal Mountain opens with limited operations

It’s unclear when the highway may fully open, or how construction will affect traffic delays.

Crystal Mountain will open tomorrow, Dec. 20, with limited access. Photo courtesy Crystal Mountain Ski Resort

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Crystal Mountain announces opening day with limited access

Reservations are now required seven days a week, all times, including afternoon arrivals, while SR 410 is reduced…