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Enumclaw pumpkin carving master David Hauge will be one of the judges for the upcoming Halloween pumpkin carving contest (no pressure). Pictured is the pumpkin he carved in 2019. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Pumpkin carving contest planned for Halloween night

The city of Enumclaw is hosting a pumpkin carving contest for all ages Oct. 31.

The Enumclaw School District remains in Phase 3. Image courtesy ESD

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Enumclaw scraps plan to return K-5 students to classrooms

A hybrid learning style was originally supposed to start Monday, Oct. 26.

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Enumclaw, Black Diamond police blotter | Sept. 29 – Oct. 11

Possible teenage car prowler, an assault with a firearm, and someone passed out on the sidewalk.

Sara Stratton is the new executive director of the Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation picks new director

Sara Stratton has years of experience helping other nonprofits with their events, as well as having started her…

Enumclaw's empty Expo Center has seen a large financial loss. Courtesy photo

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Enumclaw council hears of tough financial times at Expo Center

Director Rene Popke has estimated the Expo could see a net loss of $700,000 by the end of…

$100,000 was recently given to two dozen local businesses for COVID-19 relief. Image courtesy the city of Enumclaw

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Two dozen businesses receive Enumclaw CARES Act business grant funds

About $100,000 was recently given to local businesses.

Allen Mullins, a.k.a. Captain America, stands outside the Blazing Glory coffee house off SR 410 with barista Roslyn before he took off to Yakima. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Captain America departs Enumclaw

Allen Mullins travels the country supporting first responders, firefighters, and anyone who needs a leg up.

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Enumclaw, Black Diamond police blotter | Sept. 21 – Oct. 1

Political signs removed, burglary suspect arrested, and a person carrying a large knife.

Mail Express was fined $7,500 by L&I. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Local business fined by LI for failing to wear, enforce masks

The Mail Express Business Center was fined $7,500, the most of 11 businesses.

WNPA News ServiceDissatisfied residents hold signs in protest of comprehensive sex education mandate earlier this year.

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Sex education in schools: What Referendum 90 is and what it isn’t

The referendum, if approved by voters this November, is unlikely to affect the Enumclaw School District much, school…

Thomasson Family Farm is alive with family-fun activities, from picking out pumpkins for Halloween to visiting the farm animals and the themed corn maze. Pictured is Olive Alvis practicing her milking skills on "Squirty Gierty"; Wilder Ramos in the pumpkin patch; and Cooper Jones on the zip line. Photos by Ray Miller-Still

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Maris, Thomasson farms offer autumn activities

Whether you want family friendly fun or some scary fare, these local farms have it all.

Francisco Pons cycled for 24 hours straight last year for his 56th birthday and raised money for the St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. This year, his 24-hour marathon will be raising money for the local non-profit Cancer Cartel. Submitted photo

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Local gym hosts second 24-hour biking marathon for charity

Francisco Pons will be cycling nonstop from Friday, Oct. 9, to Saturday, Oct. 10.

Volunteers organized to tie up corn stalks to street lights at the end of September in preparation for the Friday Night Market. Photo by Ray Miller-Still

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Enumclaw organizing Friday Night Markets this month

The first market will be on Oct. 9 at the corner of Cole St. and Myrtle Ave.