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The Enumclaw School District district offices. Photo courtesy Enumclaw School District

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ESD, Oakpointe nearing elementary school funding deal

The district would sell 40-acres for $40 million, and Oakpointe will finance a further $25 million in development…

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Black Diamond council bans marijuana — again

Months after the council was about to zone for a potential store, new elected officials changed course.

Maris Farms’ Haunted Woods has something thrilling for everyone — if you’re brave enough. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Halloween happenings on the Plateau

The spooky season is upon us — which means the Plateau comes alive with everything from family fall…

Photos by Ray Miller-Still 
The fall is a scary fun time on the Plateau — make sure to get lost in Thomasson Family Farms’ corn maze, find inspiration at the Crystal Quilters’ annual showcase, and go all out trick-or-treating in Enumclaw.

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At A Glance Community Calendar | October 2025

Don’t miss beer, barbeque, and brats this weekend, or Witches Night Out later in the month!

The Black Diamond cemetery. Photo courtesy the city of Black Diamond

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Black Diamond cemetery ranked 30th in national survey

A Choice Mutual survey looked for the best “hidden cemeteries” across the country.

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Best of the Plateau 2025: Vote for your favorites today!

Voting round ends Oct. 8.

An exact date for when the Green River bridge will re-opened has not been announced, but the overall goal is within a month. Photo courtesy WSDOT

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Repairs to close Green River Bridge for a month

With the White River bridge also closed, this further limits how Enumclaw residents leave the Plateau.

Black Diamond resident Andrew Baim being led out of the courtroom after the jury started deliberating his verdict. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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‘True accountability’ achieved: Baim guilty of murdering Nick Valison

A jury convicted Andrew Baim of second-degree murder when he ran the beloved Ravensdale resident over with a…

The city of Black Diamond aims to be annexed into the Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority in two year’s time via a ballot measure. Photo courtesy Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority

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Black Diamond chooses to work with Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority

Voters will choose whether or not to annex into the fire district and approve new property taxes and…

Photos by Ray Miller-Still
The city of Black Diamond’s Labor Days event shouldn’t be missed. Here are some photos from last year’s field games.

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At A Glance community calendar | September 2025

Black Diamond’s Labor Days is this weekend, and Maris Farms’ Sunflower Days are on weekends.

Mountain View Fire and Rescue Station 98, which serves the city of Black Diamond. Photo courtesy Mountain View Fire and Rescue

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Black Diamond continues emergency services discussion

Even after a heated debate, council members could not come to agreement during their last meeting.

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Andrew Baim being led out of court after opening statements concluded.

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Attorneys give opening statements in Baim trial

Prosecutors are saying the Black Diamond resident purposefully killed Nick Valison; the defense is painting this as a…

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‘Advanced corrosion’ closes Green River/Kummer Bridge

The bridge was closed Aug. 4, but it’s expected to open as a single lane today, Aug. 6.