During the Kent City Council Special Meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, Mayor Dana Ralph presented the proposed 2027–2028 biennial budget, highlighting a commitment to preserving core services despite rising […]

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The King County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified Ali Abdi Dahir and Abdiqadir Abdiqadir, both 20, as the two men killed in a shooting Monday, Sept. 28, near the I-5 […]

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Time to upgrade your sprinkler timer? Consider replacing it with a WaterSense timer! The Saving Water Partnership is offering eligible customers up to a $100 rebate when they replace their […]

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Kent will host a free recycling collection event on Saturday, Oct. 10 at Hogan Park, the city announced Wednesday morning on Facebook. The event, set for 9 a.m. to 3 […]

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Meet (and adopt) Alfred, RASKC’s Pet of the Week: Alfred is a 3-year-old male Staffordshire Bull Terrier who arrived at RASKC in late August and is looking for his forever […]

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The King County Medical Examiner’s Office on Tuesday, Sept. 29, identified Zachary Ty Johnston, 24, as the motorcyclist killed in a tragic, fatal crash on southbound SR 167 a day […]

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When you think of Latin cuisine, tacos, nachos, and other familiar Mexican favorites may be the first dishes that come to mind. But the flavors of Latin America reach far […]

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The Kent and Covington Chambers of Commerce are teaming up to give South King County voters a chance to hear directly from candidates ahead of the 2026 General Election. The […]

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A 24-year-old man died Monday, Sept. 28, after a car struck his motorcycle during a lane change on southbound SR 167 in Auburn, according to the Washington State Patrol. The […]

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Two young men were killed Monday morning, Sept. 28, when someone in another vehicle fired into their vehicle near the I-5 overpass on South 272nd Street on Kent’s West Hill, […]

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A 37-year-old Kent man was killed Friday morning, Sept. 25 when his vehicle crashed into a fence along Military Road South, according to the Kent Police Department. Kent Police officers, […]

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Last weekend, I saw some friends. I said goodbye-for-now to a couple of them as they head south for the winter. This is always a bittersweet departure, but a fine […]

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A 46-year-old Auburn man was killed Thursday evening, Sept. 24 after being struck by a train on railroad tracks in Kent, according to the Kent Police Department. Kent Police officers, […]

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Twelve Washington mayors will join state lawmakers, political candidates, families and community leaders in Kent on Thursday, Oct. 8, for a public discussion about fentanyl, addiction, accountability and potential community […]

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Join us for our Fall Open House on Wednesday, Oct. 7 from 5:30-8 p.m. When families choose Kennedy Catholic High School, they often point to the strong sense of community […]

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Meet (and adopt) Rebecca, RASKC’s Pet of the Week: Rebecca is a 1-year-old female domestic shorthair tabby cat looking for her forever home.  Rebecca is the cutest girl with the most […]

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The man fatally shot in downtown Des Moines early Sunday, Sept. 20 has been identified as 31-year-old Abraham D. Ferrell Logan, according to the King County Medical Examiner’s Office. Logan […]

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Overnight lane and ramp closures are planned along both directions of SR 167 in Kent starting Monday night, Sept. 21, to seal pavement cracks, according to the Washington State Department […]

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A passenger was injured early Sunday morning, Sept. 20 when an SUV rolled after its driver lost control on northbound State Route 167 in Kent, according to the Washington State […]

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Called “the funniest farce ever written,” Noises Off presents a manic menagerie of itinerant actors rehearsing a flop called Nothing’s On at Renton Civic Theatre from Oct. 2-18. Slamming doors, on and offstage […]

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Drivrers should expect nighttime lane closures on I-5 in Kent next week, from Monday, Sept. 21 to the morning of Friday, Sept. 25, according to the Washington State Department of […]

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The King County Medical Examiners Office has identified Michelle Latrice Harvey, 35, as the driver killed in a collision involving a car and a Metro bus Wednesday, Sept. 16, in […]

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On a rainy Sunday morning, I took a short drive to the market. I was out of eggs and I needed a few for my yummy breakfast plans. It was […]

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The King County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified Jessie David Webber, 23, as the man killed in a shooting Tuesday, Sept. 15, at the Kent-Des Moines Park and Ride. Webber […]

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From major infrastructure upgrades to long-term economic strategies, the Kent Committee of the Whole and City Council covered pivotal local developments during their Sept. 15 meeting. Highlights included approving a […]

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Meet (and adopt) Tyson, RASKC’s Pet of the Week: Tyson is a 4-year-old male Pit Bull who is a sweet, shy boy looking for his forever family.  At 71 pounds, […]

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A man was shot and killed Tuesday evening, Sept. 15 at the Metro Park and Ride in Kent, and police are investigating whether a second report of gunfire nearby is […]

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All are invited to participate in a volunteer clean-up event with a goal to make our community cleaner and more beautiful from 9 a.m.–Noon this Saturday, Sept. 19. “As responsible stewards […]

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Drivers should expect nighttime lane closures on I-5 in Kent and ramp closures on SR 509 in SeaTac from Monday, Sept. 14 to Friday morning, Sept. 18, according to the […]

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REMINDER: The Kent Police Department will host ‘Coffee With the Chief’ this Wednesday, Sept. 16, giving residents a chance to meet with Chief Padilla, officers and others from the department. […]

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