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Vote yes for Tahoma School District bond because good schools provide a stable community | Letter

As a public school employee and private citizen, I work and volunteer to build enriched communities, advocate for…

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Hobart reunion program features a discussion of the oldest cemetery in Maple Valley

The annual Hobart reunion is scheduled for 1-3 p.m. April 16 at the Hobart Community Church, 27525 S.E.…

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Man arrested in Covington on sexual assault warrant out of McMinnville County, Ore. | Police Blotter

Blotter items from Covington and Maple Valley from March 26 through April 3

Dace Anderson plays air drums as part of TigAIR Blood

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Rockin’ out with TigAIR Blood on Maple Valley Highway | Arts | Slide Show

Shortly after 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 31, TigAIR Blood debuted on the corner of Southeast Wax Road…

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Alliance between Valley Medical Center and UW Medicine should move forward | Letter

I’m a long time Renton/Skyway resident writing to let the community know how proud I am of the…

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Maple Valley mom urges support for the Tahoma School District bond measure | Letter

My daughter is in kindergarten at Rock Creek Elementary School. I’m voting “yes” for Tahoma schools in the…

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Cutting music, P.E. in Kent schools would be a bad move for all | Letter

I began teaching in the state of Washington 27 years ago. When I moved into the state, and…

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18 free tax preparation locations set up by United Way of King County

United Way of King County is reporting lower than usual volume and wait times at its 18 free…

Car seats for children should comply with the new safety recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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New safety regulations from the American Academy of Pediatrics for car seats

Parents and even grandparents of children who ride in car seats should take note of new safety recommendations…

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Taking steps to prepare for a disaster | King County Office of Emergency Management

April is Disaster Preparedness Month and the King County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) urges citizens to take…

Amy Howell-Jones

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Tahoma High senior projects on display | Slide Show

Students in the class of 2011 showed off their wide variety of senior projects during the open house…

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Jeffrey C. Gebhardt graduates from Air Force basic training

Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class Jeffrey C. Gebhardt graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force…

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Growth should pay for school district growth | Letter

The Tahoma School District is set to ask voters to approve a $150 million, ($125 million levy and…

MAPLE VALLEY 11U SELECT Front Row: Hunter Haines (bat boy)

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Maple Valley 11U select snags crown at first tournament of the year | Youth Sports

Cold, rainy weather was a factor. But it wasn’t enough to cool the bats of the Maple Valley…

Members of the Wasington Synergy 98

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Washington Synergy 98 softball team takes second place at tournament | Youth Sports

Washington Synergy 98 12U fastpitch squad made up of girls from Covington, Maple Valley and surrounding areas took…

Kentwood junior Greg Tullio tries to encourage motorists on Southeast 272nd Street in Covington to stop at a fundraiser by the Conquerors football team at Jersey Mike’s on Monday. The fundraiser brought in close to $2

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Kentwood football players partner with Jersey Mike’s in Covington to raise money for Seattle Children’s Hospital | Slide Show

Players and cheerleaders from Kentwood High waved signs, leapt and accepted donations on the sidewalk on Southeast 272nd…

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Rain or shine, the annual “Hooked on Fishing” Opening Day Trout Derby will go on April 29-30

Rain or shine the annual “Hooked on Fishing” Opening Day Trout Derby will go on April 29-30 at…

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A call to action in response to proposed Kent Shool District budget cuts | Letter

There is a lot of buzz over the dramatic cuts the Kent School District is facing. I spend…

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Tahoma School District construction bond not the answer to root problem | Letter

Like many Maple Valley residents, I moved to this area years ago because of its natural beauty and…

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YarrowBay developments well planned and represent progress | Letter

About 25 years ago I came to Black Diamond to look at the site of my new home.…