Courtesy of Washington Secretary of State’s Office

Transportation and housing among King County’s top legislative priorities in 2020

Legislature will begin meeting Jan. 12.

Pets die in Maple Valley fire

An older Maple Valley couple lost a pair of loved pets to a house fire on Sunday, Nov. 17. At… Continue reading

A place for community

New blood needed to save Friends of the Library

Adult, teen and children’s programs could lose support if Covington nonprofit dissolves

Maple Valley donates food, $8,500 to food bank

After an urgent plea on Facebook for more food, residents stepped up to help out

City council meetings

Covington takes back housing funds

Council passed an ordinance to receive more sales tax money for affordable housing

Elections 2019

Update election results – some races on razor’s edge

The most recent election results from King County

911 news

Stolen guns, illegal drugs and cash found in Covington home

A 32-year-old Covington resident was arrested by King County for possession of stolen firearms and illegal drugs. The arrest happened… Continue reading

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A small plane crashed into Lake Morton near Kent on Monday. COURTESY PHOTO, King County Sheriff’s Office

Small plane crashes into Lake Morton near Kent | Update

Kayakers rescue pilot

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Political activist Tim Eyman campaigns for Initiative 976 on Nov. 5 in downtown Bellevue. The initiative promised $30 car tabs while functionally eliminating the ability of agencies like Sound Transit to raise taxes for its projects. Photo by Aaron Kunkler
$30 car tabs

Election analysis: I-976 vote casts South King County against Seattle, Eastside

Preliminary precinct counts show support for the initiative split by region.

News

July’s Monroe earthquake is informing plans for future danger

Gathered by lucky accident, data from the 4.6-magnitude quake could help assess bigger hazards.

 

The Valhalla Apartments, located in Tacoma’s Hilltop Neighborhood, were built by Maple Valley-based construction company Sandoval Construction. Owner Alejandro Sandoval has been charged by L&I and owes nearly $100,000 in back wages to employees who worked on the Valhalla project. Photo courtesy of Capital Management Advisors.
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Maple Valley construction company faces L&I charges, again

Sandoval Construction must pay back just under $100,000 in wages

 

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Sports
Kentwood celebrates its state-clinching win over Glacier Peak. REPORTER PHOTO
PREP FOOTBALL

Kentwood summits Glacier Peak, reaches 4A state playoffs

Church, ground game in second half power Conquerors to 41-31 victory

 

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Letters to the editor for the week of Nov. 1

‘Vote Eades for Soos Creek Water and Sewer’ Dear editor, Experience matters! That’s why I support the re-election of Alan… Continue reading

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Election 2019

Ensure continued success with Covington’s incumbents

This is your opportunity, Covington residents — be smart voters! Please join me in returning Jeff Wagner, Marlla Mhoon, Sean… Continue reading

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Update election results – some races on razor’s edge

More ballots have been counted but local Covington and Maple Valley races are trending the same as election night, with… Continue reading

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Vehicles passing through flooded street. File photo

King County Flood Control District to vote on 2020 budget

The budget will fund a variety of programs across the county.

 

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Life
Summer fun and learning

Turn off the screens and head into Covington

Chamber, city and the school district work together to get kids outside

 

This time of year, it’s all about the harvest

The fourth week of August is time to reset for the coming fall season in the garden. Garden centers and… Continue reading

 

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Marketplace

Bridging the digital divide in Washington

Comcast’s Internet Essentials program has connected nearly 340,000 in Washington State

 

Let’s use technology to help citizens that need it the most

Compass Housing serves many people who do not have a reliable place Continue reading...

 

Mary’s Place computer literacy workshops help families build confidence

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Muckleshoot Indian Tribe to develop luxury hotel at Auburn casino

Opening in 2021, dynamic resort experience to meet guest demand, the tribe says

 

Business news

Mora Iced Creamery comes to Covington

Franchise hosts grand opening at 17327 SE 270th Place.

 

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