Western Washington is home to a collection of the most beautiful native plant life anywhere. Here in Western Washington we have an abundance of what you may refer to as “brush.” Many realize that these brush plants have names and can add a great deal of quality to any landscape. While these plants are esthetically pleasing, they also offer much more than the average person may realize.
LOST TEENS: Five teenage boys were hiking for several days and became disoriented, ran out of water, nearly ran out of food and were ill prepared for their trip when a woman working for the Army Corps of Engineers spotted them along the White River near the Mud Mountain Dam at about 3:30 p.m.
Maple Valley Fire and Life Safety firefighters were dispatched to a home fire at 4:42 p.m. Tuesday, August 3 in the 24000 block of 220 Place Southeast.
Firefighters found the home owner outside and he stated that there was a fire inside the clothes dryer. He had used a portable fire extinguisher to try to extinguish the fire before exiting.
Firefighters made entry and found large amounts of smoke on the second floor and a small fire still burning inside the dryer. Firefighters extinguished the fire using a water fire extinguisher and ventilated the smoke from the house. The home had properly functioning smoke detectors, which alerted the homeowner. No one was injured. The fire was contained to the dryer with minimal damage to the structure.
King County Sheriff’s Office detectives are searching for a man suspected of raping a 21-year-old woman July 28 in Covington.
According to Sgt. John Urquhart, sheriff’s office spokesman, the attack occurred shortly after midnight near the LA Fitness at 27245 272nd Ave. S.E.
SOLICITATION: 30400 block of 234th Avenue Southeast. There were two reports of a young white female in her early 20’s going door to door attempting to raise money for school. She was let into one home where the homeowner turned her back for a moment and after she left, the homeowner noticed a checkbook that had been nearby, was missing. Another neighbor had given a donation and realized it was a scam and immediately stopped payment on the check. Anyone soliciting in the Black Diamond city limits is required to have a solicitor’s license that should be presented upon request.
The Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra is again offering their Summer Music Camp for $10. This year’s theme is epic and features music from favorite epic movies such as “Lord of the Rings.”
WHAT A DRAG: 22100 block of Southeast 275th Court. A man is dragged by a passenger in a pickup truck and was then run over by the vehicle, injuring the victim.
Steve Sogura will get a chance to not only make people happy but to help raise money for the Cancer Memorial Fund.
Sogura, a Tahoma High graduate who lives in the Ravensdale home he grew up in, will put on his Elvis tribute show at a fundraiser that starts at 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 14 at Druids Glen Golf Club, 29925 207th Ave. S.E., Covington. The show will benefit the memorial fund organization that strives to honor the memories of loved ones who have lost the battle with cancer and celebrate those who have survived.
Kristin Habenicht, who volunteers with the organization, has been friends with Sogura since they were children. Habenicht’s parents are Sogura’s godparents.
Kent firefighters rescued a disabled man from a house fire in the 10500 block of Southeast 211th Street the night of Aug. 1 in what was first reported to be an outdoor smoke investigation.
Tips to prevent robberies against businesses |Officer Jeff Harmon, Maple Valley Police Department
The newness of summer is over by now, and school’s still a few weeks away. If you’re running out of ideas for affordable activities, why not head for the library? Here are 10 reasons we could think of to take the family to the library.
RESTAURANT FIRE :26800 block of state Route 169. At 11:30 a.m. Maple Valley Fire and Life Safety firefighters were dispatched to a commercial structure fire at a local restaurant. Initial reports were of a cooking fire that was spreading to the walls of the building. Upon arrival firefighters found that the fire had been extinguished by the hood fire suppression system. Firefighters used a thermal imaging camera to check the building to make sure the fire hadn’t extended into the walls or roof. Damage was estimated at $200. The cause of the fire was from overheated vegetable oil.
The Greater Maple Valley Unincorporated Area Council next regular monthly meeting is scheduled for 7-9:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 2 at the King County Sheriff’s Office Precinct No. 3, 22300 Southeast 231st Street, Maple Valley.
Most companion pets, along with furry bodies and wet noses, have full bellies, but many families cannot provide the right food for their pets leaving them in danger of starvation.
This is where Kent-based Animal Angels Cat and Dog Food Bank steps in to give them a little break.
Neighbors in Covington, Maple Valley and Black Diamond will celebrate National Night Out Tuesday, Aug. 3, with barbecues, visits from police, firefighters and city council members.
While every Saturday is unofficially customer appreciation day at the Maple Valley Farmers Market, Saturday, July 31, marks the official celebration of the devoted customers who keep the Market bustling each Saturday.
Maple Valley Fire and Life Safety will be teaching a cardiopulmonary resuscitation /First Aid class 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 7.
The fee if $50 and is due prior to class. Call 425-432-0200 if there are questions or to register.
HOME FIRE: Mountain View Fire and Rescue and Valley Regional Fire Authority were dispatched to a possible structure fire at 3 p.m. When the first units arrived on scene they found light smoke coming from the crawl space access the left side. Valley Regional was in command and walked around the house to make sure fire had not spread. The house was searched and everyone had evacuated before the first engine arrived on scene. Firefighters cut a hole in the floor to help vent the fire and create a secondary exit for firefighters in case of an emergency. The fire investigator estimated total loss between $10,000 and $25,000.
King County Sheriff’s detectives are looking for witnesses to an incident where a 25-year-old man was shoved off a cliff and into the rocks next to the Green River. The man suffered serious back injuries in the fall.
CRACK COCAINE: 3rd Avenue. A vehicle was seen traveling with a broken taillight. The vehicle’s speed was fluctuating between 30–40 mph in a 25 mph zone. When the officer stopped the 48-year-old female, it was determined she was under the influence of narcotics. Several crack cocaine pipes were located, along with other miscellaneous paraphernalia. She was transported to a local hospital for a drug evaluation. She was admitted to the hospital due to complaining of severe pain. She was cited for driving under the influence, possession of drug paraphernalia, no motor vehicle insurance and defective taillights.
