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Man fires weapon during Covington armed robbery | Police
Man fires weapon during Covington armed robbery |...
By Eric Mandel • April 28, 2014 7:00 pm

No injuries are reported after an unknown suspect escapes with money from the 76/Circle K gas station and convenience store

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Jan White
South Sound Critter Care to open a public...
By Eric Mandel • April 25, 2014 2:31 pm

Second annual “Wild in Washington” fundraiser scheduled for May 4 in Tukwila

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YarrowBay: ‘Flawed study’ will lead to suit
YarrowBay: ‘Flawed study’ will lead to suit
By Eric Mandel • April 24, 2014 10:40 am

Against the advice of YarrowBay, the Black Diamond City Council has accepted a plan for building its future government facilities. In response, the developer said it will file a lawsuit against the city.

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Kentlake tennis lost to Kentwood on April 18.
Kentlake learning on the fly | High School...
By Eric Mandel • April 23, 2014 4:12 pm

With multiple new faces, the Falcons have focused on learning in 2014

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Kentwood senior Garrett Rudolph dribbled toward the goal during a 4-0 win against Kentlake on April 9. The Conks have started the season 6-0-2 after failing to make the playoffs in 2013.
Conks surprised by fast start | Boys Soccer
By Eric Mandel • April 17, 2014 4:47 pm

Although the Conquerors’ soccer squad hasn’t been known as a Goliath of the pitch for a few years, it hasn’t taken long for them to re-embrace their status as perma-archnemesies.

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Department of Licensing investigates Bill Allison
Department of Licensing investigates Bill Allison
By Eric Mandel • April 16, 2014 1:25 pm

Though Maple Valley Mayor Bill Allison was not charged with inappropriate communication with an underage female, his future as a driving school instructor remains in question as allegations against him are being investigated by the Washington State Department of Licensing.

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Connor Johnson’s No. 31 jersey hangs in the Tahoma baseball team’s dugout  during an away game on April 7 against Kentridge. Johnson died in a car accident Feb. 15.
Tahoma’s 10th man | High school baseball
By Eric Mandel • April 11, 2014 12:19 pm

Bears attribute an inspired start to their fallen teammate.

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Lady Buds withdraws marijuana appeal
Lady Buds withdraws marijuana appeal
By Eric Mandel • April 11, 2014 2:40 pm

After an unfavorable decision at the state appeals court and a mixed decision by a local hearing examiner, Black Diamond’s only medical marijuana-related business is shutting down.

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“I want my mommy”
“I want my mommy”
By Eric Mandel • April 9, 2014 3:00 pm

The Mark Cuban invested Great Horror Campout may be haunting Black Diamond this summer

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Bond rating bump a feather in city’s cap
Bond rating bump a feather in city’s cap
By Eric Mandel • April 4, 2014 10:18 am

The future of borrowing became a little brighter for Covington thanks to some positive news from Moody Investor Services.

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The Tahoma softball sluggers  dominated Kent Meridian with an 11-0 win on March 31. The win upped the Bears record to 4-0
Tahoma again pitching for perfection | High School...
By Eric Mandel • April 3, 2014 8:42 pm

Falcons and Conks hope to catch the Bears after their third place finish at state in 2013

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Mayumi Lum-Lung
Judo promotes Cherry Blossom Festival spirit | Slideshow
By Eric Mandel • April 3, 2014 5:51 pm

Kentwood High School judo team members mentor youngsters

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City assists with flooding issues at Horseshoe Lake
City assists with flooding issues at Horseshoe Lake
By Eric Mandel • April 3, 2014 2:37 pm

The city of Black Diamond has agreed to assist in a potential flooding event at Horseshoe Lake, located just west of the city.

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Kentwood sophomore Kathryn Araki practices hitting drills against a wall during practice on March 24.
Ground strokes begin for tennis season
By Eric Mandel • March 28, 2014 12:51 pm

There is little state experience returning to the tennis courts in the SPSL 4A North Division. While Kentridge and Mount Rainier are the clear favorites, Kentlake, Kentwood and Tahoma are all in various stages of building contending programs.

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Marijuana legislation remains up in smoke
Marijuana legislation remains up in smoke
By Eric Mandel • March 27, 2014 4:04 pm

This slightly smoky weekend market is radically different from the MMJ Universe collective that’s open during the week, but it’s also what MMJ Universe owner Deidre Finley said best represents the spirit of why Washington voted to legalized medical cannabis more than 15 years ago.

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The virtual look into a tragedy | Eric Mandel
The virtual look into a tragedy | Eric...
By Eric Mandel • March 27, 2014 12:06 pm

That’s the thing about tragedies — whether it a mysterious helicopter accident or a plane vanishing over the ocean, they sure help with perspective.

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Covington to take over rec sports programs
Covington to take over rec sports programs
By Eric Mandel • March 26, 2014 6:54 pm

The city of Covington is in the process of assimilating the role of sports programming king, sliding into the position previously handled by Covington Sports athletic program, a nonprofit organization that is folding after about seven years.

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Maple Valley Mayor Bill Allison
Prosecution declines to bring case against Maple Valley...
By Eric Mandel • March 20, 2014 5:56 pm

Spokesperson says the case was “legally insufficient”

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Lady Buds questions license revocation
Lady Buds questions license revocation
By Eric Mandel • March 20, 2014 4:00 pm

The city recently revoked the business license for Lady Buds, Bauer and Rand’s “health and wellness center” located in the heart of the city, claiming the shop misrepresented its application and role with marijuana. The owners have not only appealed the decision, but are also asking why the city renewed the license once, only to change its mind more than a year later.

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Baseball swings back into action
Baseball swings back into action
By Eric Mandel • March 13, 2014 2:04 pm

The South Puget Sound League 4A North baseball season swings into action this weekend.

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