Six people have been displaced following a house fire in the 10200 block of SE 228 Street today.
Like most people, you’ve probably experienced the misery and discomfort of a cold, the flu, food poisoning or diarrhea. Maybe you go to great lengths to keep yourself healthy, from following the latest diet advice to researching supplements and over-the-counter remedies.
A classroom at Horizon Elementary in the 27600 block of 144 Ave. SE, was damaged by smoke and fire early in the morning, Jan. 18, after someone broke into the school and ignited paper products.
At the Jan. 12 City Council meeting Jeff Wagner was selected unanimously as mayor of Covington.
Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson has proposed a bill to establish a one-year lobbying prohibition for former high-ranking state officials. The update to state ethics laws would also require disclosure of where former officials are employed after state service.
Washington Healthplanfinder announced Monday the continuation of its collaboration with the Sasquatch! Music Festival to reach young adults with information about new health plans and financial help to cover the costs of insurance.
A look ahead at the King County Council’s meetings:
The Northwest Agriculture Business Center welcomes Luke Woodward to its staff! Luke will serve as the nonprofit’s Project Manager for King County.
Can’t wait to get your reseller permit? Now you don’t have to. The Washington State Department of Revenue (Revenue) has made it easy for businesses to view or print their reseller permit, which allows approved retailers and wholesalers to purchase items for resale without paying sales tax.
The following are weekly call numbers for the Kent Regional Fire Authority:
Covington Elementary School partners with Clothes for the Cause, a fundraising company that collects clothes in exchange for cash, for an event to raise money for the PTA.
Tahoma High School and the Tahoma Dance Team will host its annual dance and drill competition on Saturday, Jan. 23.
King County is seeking nominations for the Earth Heroes at School program which recognizes students, teachers, staff, school volunteers, programs and even entire schools that are doing the important work of protecting the environment and teaching others to do the same.
Sound Transit Board Chair and King County Executive Dow Constantine today joined Peter Rogoff, the agency’s new CEO, to provide news media with a preview of the epic year that lies ahead for expanding regional light rail service.
Drivers heading west across Lake Washington should plan ahead for construction and delays Jan. 22-25.
On Jan. 6 the victim was walking southbound on 164th Ave SE at SE 268th Street when they were nudged by the suspect’s vehicle.
On Jan. 2 it was reported that an unknown male stole a purse and attempted to use a stolen credit card to purchase items. According to the police report, he attacked an elderly male on his way out of the store.
On Jan. 2 it was reported that a 15 year old suspect assaulted her mother. According to the police report, she punched, kicked and bit her mom. The juvenile was booked into Juvenile Detention.
In support of his declaration of a state of emergency for homelessness in King County, Executive Dow Constantine announced the opening of a new 50-bed homeless shelter inside the 420 Fourth Ave. building in Seattle and expansion of the shelter inside the King County Administration Building from 50 to 100 beds.
• On Jan. 5 it was reported that Kentwood seniors attended a New Years Eve party and got into a fight.
