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This graph shows the average ozone levels around Washington state between 2004 and 2022. Most times, ozone is kept below national standards — except for the Enumclaw area. Image courtesy the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency

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Enumclaw summer ozone levels suck. Blame Seattle, the heat, and the Cascades

Data shows the 98022 ZIP code area experienced the second-highest per capita asthma-related emergency department visits in 2022.…

Photo by Ray Miller-Still Tickets for exceeding Enumclaw’s three-hour parking limit are now $100; general violations are $60.

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Enumclaw council triples parking fines

General infractions can now result in a $60 fine, and tickets for time-limit violations specifically are now $100.

Bryson Fico with his book donations for the Enumclaw jail. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Enumclaw jail gets a book boost

Bryson Fico donated more than 100 books to the EPD as a part of his “Pages for Redemption”…

A screenshot of the appeal Washington state Republicans are making to the U.S. Supreme Court over a recent legislative district shakeup.

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Redistricting appeal submitted to the Supreme Court

Republicans want to reverse changes to the 14th and 15th Legislative Districts — which would also keep Enumclaw…

The Ride Around Mount Rainier in One Day (RAMROD) event usually starts and ends in Enumclaw — but organizers are worried that by not being allowed to use Stevens Canyon Road, the 40th event will be canceled, and the ride will stop. Courtesy photo

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RAMROD feels shafted as 40th race appears canceled; Mount Rainier says the park is too congested

Mount Rainier National Park has said the Ride Around Mount Rainier in One Day event is not longer…

Photos by Ray Miller-Still Last year was the Enumclaw Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural Rainier Run 5K, which is coming again on April 13. After running the 5K, there will be a block party with a beer garden, kids activities, and more.

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At A Glance | April 2024

There are still egg hunts this weekend, plus the upcoming election, the Rainier 5K, and more!

Photo courtesy Sara Stratton Five Enumclaw Hornets youth basketball teams traveled to Spokane on March 16 and 17 to compete in an Amateur Athletic Union tournament. Out of 400 teams from around the state going for the gold, Enumclaw’s 8th grade team went 5-0 to take the state championship. The team consists of Kolt Kuzaro, Quinton Kuzaro, Trey Kuzaro, Cash Markham, Chase Nater, Lucas Olsen, Paxton Patterson, Booker Stratton, Carson Tice and Landon Teeple. Photo courtesy Sara Stratton

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Enumclaw 8th graders take AAU championship

More than 400 teams went to Spokane to shoot hoops — and the 8th grade Hornets came away…

A screenshot of Aaron Lincoln’s sentence ruling.

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Man sentenced to 33 months for attack at quarry

Aaron Lincoln was reportedly “devastated” after learning about what he did on July 12, 2022.

A screenshot from davesredistricting.com, which shows that Enumclaw (in the green circle) is now in the blue 5th Legislative District, and will no longer be represented by Sen. Phil Fortunato or Reps. Drew Stokesbary and Eric Robertson.

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Red Enumclaw swallowed by blue 5th Legislative District

The Supreme Court may take up an appeal, but for now, Enumclaw looks to be sharing representation with…

Enumclaw Mayor Jan Molinaro, other city staff members and city councilmembers fielded questions about the proposed community center during a March 14 open house. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Last chance to attend community center open house

The meeting is tomorrow, March 23, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the local senior center.

Photo by Ray Miller-Still Which local Easter egg hunt will you be attending this year? Pictured is a group of sisters high-fiving the Easter Bunny at the Ten Trails event last year. Please note that the neighborhood is not doing an egg hunt this year, but will be hosting an Easter Carnival.

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Hop ‘til you drop at these local egg hunts

There’s something for everyone on March 30, plus Thomasson Family Farm’s Bunny Patch for the next two weeks.

Segale Asset Manager Mike Pruett speaking at the Feb. 27 public meeting about the proposed Cumberland gravel mine. Photo by Ray Miller-Still Segale Asset Manager Mike Pruett speaking at the Feb. 27 public meeting about the proposed Cumberland gravel mine. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Resistance against proposed gravel mine gaining steam

A Change.org petition is gaining signatures, and the city of Enumclaw is also pushing back.

Enumclaw Police Deparment's Commander Mike Graddon flying "Thunderbird," his bright orange drone. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Enumclaw police start new drone program

Seven new drones are now available to local officers to help map out car crashes, search for missing…