2022-02-23 18:45
Puget Sound Fire, South King Fire & Rescue and @KingCoMedicOne rescued a person trapped in a fire in the 24600 block of Pacific Highway South on Kent’s West Hill on […] Read More
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2022-02-23 00:34
The central Puget Sound region’s space industry is surging and has doubled its economic impact in recent years, according to a new analysis by the Puget Sound Regional Council (PS… Read More
2022-02-22 22:31
The King County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that an adult woman and a good Samaritan sustained bites in a dog attack Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 22, 2022. Police say the attack […… Read More
2022-02-22 21:45
The Kent Police Department announced that a 28-year-old disabled woman who was abandoned in a vehicle for nine days was saved by a Kent Police Investigation. Police say that on […] Read More
2022-02-21 20:16
Nighttime travelers in the vicinity of SR 516 (Kent/Des Moines Road) and I-5 should be aware of construction work that will require overnight directional closures on SR 516 and lane [&hellip&hell…Read More
2022-02-21 20:03
Puget Sound fire says a small stove top fire on Kent’s East Hill was quickly put out by a resident Sunday night, Feb. 20, 2022. The occupant used a fire […] Read More
2022-02-20 21:00
Puget Sound Fire beat Kent Police in the 4th ‘Battle of the Badges’ food drive fundraiser held on Friday, Feb. 18, 2022. This competition resulted in the highest amount of [&hell&hell…Read More
2022-02-19 20:14
‘Kent 101’ is a free program put on by the city that offers emerging community leaders the opportunity to better understand how local government works through lectures, interacti… Read More
2022-02-18 19:19
The Kent Chamber of Commerce will host Mayor Dana Ralph annual State of the City Address: Business Edition on Friday, Mar. 11, 2022, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. The […] Read More
2022-02-18 15:00
The Kent Police Department’s Community Police Academy – which will begin April 5 – is now accepting registrations. The Spring 2022 Community Police Academy Session wi… Read More
2022-02-18 00:20
The schedule for next Saturday’s (Feb. 26, 2022) ‘Meeker Street Nerd Party’ has been released, and here’s what you can expect: WHEN:Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022, 4 –… Read More
2022-02-18 00:02
Beginning March 21, 2022, face masks will no longer be required in most settings, including K-12 schools and childcare facilities, Gov. Jay Inslee announced Thursday, Feb. 17. With dropping… Read More
2022-02-17 01:05
The Kent Police Department and Puget Sound Fire will be racing in the aisles at the next ‘Battle of the Badges’ fundraiser this Friday, Feb. 18, 2022 at 8 a.m. […] Read More
2022-02-16 21:30
With new COVID-19 cases and hospitalization decreasing, and over 87% of King County residents over age 12 fully vaccinated, King County Executive Dow Constantine announced Wednesday, Feb. 16… Read More
2022-02-16 20:57
The Drifters – one of rock and roll’s founding vocal groups – is once again touring under the auspices of their original management team, and will be bringing their long [… Read More
2022-02-16 05:24
By Sarah Brusig The Kent City Council meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022 was called to order at approximately 7:05 p.m. In attendance were Kent Mayor Dana Ralph, Kent City […] Read More
2022-02-15 22:05
The project lists for two of the Puget Sound Regional Council’s funding programs have been released for public comment through March 24, 2022. Nine projects – including in Kent … Read More
2022-02-14 20:59
Quarterdeck at the Des Moines Marina will continue its 2022 Story Pub storytelling events on Wednesday, March 9, 2022. with “A Body on the Beach,” the tragic tale that begins [&h&hell…Read More
2022-02-14 19:51
The Kent School District Board of Directors is looking hire a highly qualified Superintendent, and they’re seeking the public’s input. McPherson & Jacobson, L.L.C. has b… Read More
2022-02-14 18:29
Nighttime travelers in the vicinity of SR 516 (Kent Des Moines Road) and I-5 should be aware of construction work that will require overnight directional closures on SR 516 and […] Read More
2022-02-12 20:00
King County Metro Transit is finalizing their station designs for a RapidRide line through Kent coming in 2025 and they’re seeking public feedback. “Public transit is an importan… Read More
2022-02-12 16:30
Kent Mayor Dana Ralph’s next public, in-person Coffee & Conversation event is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022. The free, open event will take place from 6–7 p.m. at Ha… Read More
2022-02-12 00:44
SPONSORED: All Out Hauling and Scrapping is a Kent-based, independent, family-owned scrap and junk hauling provider, founded on owner Abdul Malik Jalil’s desire to provide opportunity… Read More
2022-02-12 00:43
Over two dozen laser strikes were targeted at airplanes flying near Sea-Tac Airport this week, according to reports. The FAA says there have been at least 32 laser incidents at or around the… Read More
2022-02-10 22:38
SPONSORED: Join three dedicated professionals sharing the pursuit of personal wellbeing, linked together for a one-day conference on Saturday, March 5, 2022, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. The c… Read More
2022-02-09 23:23
Kent Police Detectives are asking for help from the community to identify and contact five men who are believed to have witnessed a homicide on May 16, 2021 at the Luxe Hookah Lounge at 306… Read More
2022-02-09 18:19
The first round of results for Tuesday’s Feb. 8, 2022 election are in, and Proposition No. 1 – the Kent School District Renewal Educational Program & Operations (EP&O) Le… Read More
2022-02-07 21:31
By Brooks Schaefer Sick of being excluded from all the cool kid’s parties? Want somewhere to let loose and meet fellow geeks? Nerds Rejoice – a party is being organized, and this… Read More
2022-02-04 01:38
The Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties (MBAKS) – through its ‘Rampathon’ program – is now accepting applications for free ramps for families s… Read More
2022-02-02 18:04
REMINDER: The Kent Chamber of Commerce’s February Membership Luncheon will include a congressional update this Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022. This online event will be held via Zoom, an… Read More
2022-02-01 18:51
On Monday, Jan. 31, 2022, the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office (KCPAO) released its 2021 year end “Shots Fired” report, a data analysis that shows the numbers of f… Read More
2022-01-31 18:39
Kent Downtown Partnership’s Downtown Kent Cider & Ale Trail will be held on Friday night, March 11, 2022, from 6 – 9 p.m. It is all about (can you guess?) beer and cider. Enj… Read More
2022-01-29 00:56
As part of the City of Kent’s ongoing litter reduction campaign, they are looking for people or businesses for their “Adopt-A-Spot Program.” This is a year-round partnershi… Read More
2022-01-29 00:38
The City of Kent’s virtual Convos with Council series continues next month with Council President Bill Boyce on Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022, from 6-7 p.m. Boyce will be available to talk a… Read More
2022-01-27 23:26
Kent Police are investigating a fatal shooting along the Green River Road on Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022. Police say that officers responded to the report of a shooting along Green River Road ar… Read More
2022-01-27 01:08
King County’s Kent COVID-19 isolation and quarantine facility was once an Econo Lodge, as seen in this photo taken by Scott Schaefer in March, 2020. A COVID-19 patient residing at the… Read More
2022-01-26 18:42
Partner in Employment (PIE) – in partnership with Community Corner (formerly Kona Kai) – recently launched its first immigrant and refugee Barista training center in the Tukwila… Read More
2022-01-25 23:31
On Tuesday morning, Jan. 25, 2022, the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office testified on how Senate Bill 5495 can be strengthened to curb the demand for catalytic converters that… Read More
2022-01-22 06:20
From our sister site The Waterland Blog: On Friday night, Jan. 21, 2022, Des Moines City Councilmember Anthony Martinelli announced that he has decided to resign from his position. As The Wa… Read More
2022-01-22 02:57
Kent Mayor Dana Ralph will be holding four ‘Coffee & Conversation’ events during February, where she will be available to answer questions, listen to residents’ thought… Read More
2022-01-21 22:33
The Kent Police Department is seeking the public’s help identifying a suspected package thief. Police say the suspect man walked up to a porch on the East Hill of Kent in the area of t… Read More
2022-01-21 06:17
From our sister site The Waterland Blog: On Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022, Des Moines Police Chief Ken Thomas released a statement addressing fighting crime along Pacific Highway South, located on… Read More
2022-01-21 00:42
From our sister site The Waterland Blog: By Nicholas Johnson By Nicholas Johnson Des Moines City Councilmember Anthony Martinelli responded Thursday to growing calls that he resign over mult… Read More
2022-01-20 19:35
Rabbi Rod Meyers and Sally Goodgion are going to the Holy Land during the pandemic. By Brooks Schaefer “It is going to be so different to see the Holy Land without the crowds.” T… Read More
2022-01-19 22:03
Volunteers are needed for the Kent Downtown Partnership’s Downtown Clean-up on Saturday, March 5, 2022. YOU can help clean up downtown Kent from 9 a.m. – Noon. The KDP adopted Me… Read More
2022-01-18 17:39
The Kent Chamber of Commerce’s February Membership Luncheon on Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022 will focus on congressional updates, This online event will include U.S. Congresswoman Dr. Kim Sch… Read More
2022-01-17 19:39
Local commercial banker and community volunteer, Carmen Goers, has announced her candidacy for the State House in the 47th Legislative District. Goers is running for State Representative 47t… Read More
2022-01-17 19:03
From our sister site The Waterland Blog: On Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, The Seattle Times published a story outlining additional domestic violence allegations against Des Moines City Councilmembe… Read More
2022-01-14 19:36
From our sister site The Waterland Blog: The King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office on Thursday charged Curtis Leroy Madden, 64, with shooting a dog in front of an 11-year-old girl… Read More
2022-01-14 18:40
This week the Kent Police Department offered the following safety tips for local businesses: SAFETY TIPS FOR KENT BUSINESSES Recently we have seen an uptick in burglaries to our Kent busines… Read More
2022-01-13 22:46
The Puget Sound Regional Council is seeking public comment on the draft Regional Transportation Plan. The comment period runs from Jan. 13 to Feb. 28, 2022. “It’s important to ma… Read More
2022-01-13 00:40
Kent Spotlight Series ‘International Guitar Night’ – coming Friday, Jan. 21, 2022 – will bring together the world’s foremost acoustic guitarists to perform toge… Read More
2022-01-10 22:38
The Kent Downtown Partnership will be presenting its first-ever ‘Meeker Street Nerd Party’ on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022, from 4–8 pm. “There is nothing… Read More
2022-01-10 20:51
Kent Mayor Dana Ralph and Police Chief Rafael Padilla on Friday, Jan. 7, 2022 released a video statement about the recent controversy over Assistant Police Chief Derek Kamerzell’s Nazi… Read More
2022-01-07 20:50
King County Prosecuting Attorney – and local boy – Dan Satterberg announced Friday, Jan. 7, 2022 that he will not be seeking re-election this year. Satterberg will retire from hi… Read More
2022-01-06 00:04
At Tuesday’s Kent City Council meeting (Jan. 4, 2022), Mayor Dana Ralph asked for the resignation of assistant police chief Derek Kammerzell, who put a Nazi insignia on his office door… Read More
2022-01-05 19:45
With an initial 100,000 COVID-19 home testing kits scheduled to arrive in King County next week, Executive Dow Constantine on Wednesday (Jan. 5, 2022) announced the purchase of an additional… Read More
2022-01-04 23:38
Toshiko Hasegawa and Hamdi Mohammed made history this week when they became the first women of color to join the Port of Seattle Commission, marking the first time in the organization’… Read More
2022-01-04 22:11
The Kent School District is inviting families, students, staff, and community to “listen, learn and ask” School District leadership questions about the upcoming Renewal Education… Read More
2022-01-04 18:27
The King County Flood Control District (District) will hold two virtual public scoping meetings this Thursday, Jan. 6, 2022, as part of the Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (… Read More
2022-01-03 22:13
Kick off the New Year – have ‘Coffee with the Chief’ on Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022, from 8–10 a.m. at Macrina Bakery. Kent Police Chief Padilla will have a cuppa joe an… Read More
2022-01-03 18:20
Des Moines Police and the Washington State Patrol are on scene on Pacific Highway South and Kent-Des Moines Road Monday morning (Jan. 3, 2022), investigating a vehicular homicide incident. P… Read More
2021-12-31 23:38
The recent winter weather has impacted local blood supplies, and Bloodworks Northwest is seeking Donors: Dear Life-Savers: I am asking for your help. The recent weather has made an already c… Read More
2021-12-30 22:28
By Scott Schaefer & Sue Favor It is with very heavy hearts and tears in our eyes that we report that longtime South King Media senior writer/associate publisher and veteran journalist Ja… Read More
2021-12-30 00:04
The Kent Chamber of Commerce will be holding its 2022 State of the Chamber Luncheon as an online/virtual event via Zoom on Thursday, Jan. 6, 2022, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Join Chamber st… Read More
2021-12-28 23:56
The King County Small Business Mitigation Grants program is now available for businesses that have been financially impacted by their proximity to one of the county’s five COVID-relate… Read More
2021-12-27 18:39
The Kent Severe Weather Shelter, located at Kent Lutheran Church (336 2nd Avenue South; map below), will be activated nightly from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., opening Monday night, Dec. 27 throu… Read More
2021-12-23 19:39
SPONSORED: Come to Zenith Holland Nursery for last minute gifts and After Christmas Savings! Still searching for unique and personal items to delight your friends and family? Zenith Holland… Read More
2021-12-21 00:11
The Kent Police Department has identified a crime trend mostly targeting east hill businesses, and the Kent Downtown Partnership is offering more details as well as crime prevention tip… Read More
2021-12-17 22:33
As the highly-infectious Omicron variant spreads, new data show that the numbers of new cases are rising very rapidly in our local community and across the U.S. now and will continue to rise… Read More
2021-12-17 20:12
This week, the mayors of Kent, Auburn, Federal Way, and Renton met with the King County Executive, King County Prosecutor, and senior staff to collaboratively work toward solutions to addres… Read More
2021-12-16 23:30
SPONSORED: Still searching for “The Big Gift”? Fiore Stone fountains at Zenith Holland Nursery can create a garden escape. Fiore Stone fountains from Zenith Holland Nursery are a… Read More
2021-12-15 21:38
2020 was one of the deadliest years in Washington statevfrom driving under the influence (DUI)-related crashes, despite fewer drivers on the road, according to the Washington Traffic Safety… Read More
2021-12-15 00:30
Release Your Inner Nerd! There’s nothing wrong with being a nerd! In fact, nerds are smart, creative, and unique individuals. The Nerd Party promotes the ‘cool nerd’ busine… Read More
2021-12-14 00:13
Blue Origin on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021 successfully completed its third human spaceflight – the first with six astronauts on board. The astronaut manifest included Laura Shepard Church… Read More
2021-12-11 19:52
SPONSORED: This weekend is the one to get your tree, or just cross bunches of gifts off your list, and Zenith Holland Nursery in Des Moines is the place! Where else can you find houseplants… Read More
2021-12-10 19:27
Make the Season Brighter – with a brand new 75-inch TV, actually – by donating Blood at Kent Station through the month of December. “Ring in the holiday season in a… Read More
2021-12-07 22:36
On Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, the Kent Police Department held its 8th annual ‘Shop with a Cop’ event. Kent Police Officers, Explorers, volunteers and Mayor Dana Ralph gathered in th… Read More
2021-12-06 22:59
Have a magical afternoon touring downtown businesses and finding gingerbread houses during the Kent Downtown Partnership’s ‘Gingerbread Trail,’ which runs through Dec. 31… Read More
2021-12-04 21:18
Kent’s 39th Annual Christmas Rush 5K/10K Fun Run & Walk will be held on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, starting at 8 a.m. at Hogan Park on Russell Road. The event includes a 5K and 10K w… Read More
2021-12-03 17:46
Sen. Mona Das (D-Kent) on Friday, Dec. 3, 2021 announced her campaign for re-election to the State Senate in 2022. “I’m running again because I want kids growing up in our commun… Read More
2021-12-02 22:19
REMINDER: Kent’s Winterfest Tree Lighting and Parade will be held this Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, from 3–6 p.m., with the parade at 4:30 p.m. and tree lighting (and Santa!) at… Read More
2021-12-01 23:39
The King County Sheriff’s Office, working in conjunction with members of the Roads Division, responded Tuesday morning, Nov. 30, 2021 to the 9400 block of Green River Road South (map b… Read More
2021-12-01 23:24
SPONSORED: REMINDER: All are invited to the annual Kennedy Catholic High School Arts and Crafts Fair from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. this Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021. Please join your Kennedy Catholic… Read More
2021-11-30 21:16
Puget Sound Fire & the Kent Firefighters Foundation are gearing up to help families in need throughout the communities they serve in Kent, Covington, SeaTac, Maple Valley & King Coun… Read More
2021-11-29 22:13
The City of Kent and Kent Police will be holding a crime update/crime prevention meeting for Kent businesses this Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021. The meeting is targeted at Kent businesses, property… Read More
2021-11-29 17:55
On Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021, Mayor Dana Ralph issued a statement regarding recent gun violence at Pacific Highway South and Kent-Des Moines Road. Three shootings occurred in this area over four… Read More
2021-11-28 17:13
At around 7 p.m. Saturday night, Nov. 27, 2021, Kent Police say that another shooting occurred in the 23300 block of Pacific Highway South, near where two recent ones took place. Kent Police… Read More
2021-11-27 17:39
Kent Police are reporting that one man was shot and fatally wounded at a bus stop in the 23300 block of Pacific Highway South on the city’s west hill (map below) on Friday, Nov. 26, 20… Read More
2021-11-25 03:52
UPDATE 11/24/21 8:30 p.m.: Tukwila Police report that two people were critically injured in a shooting at Westfield Southcenter mall Wednesday night, Nov. 24, 2021. Police say the shooting o… Read More
2021-11-25 00:40
A message from the Kent Police Department: EXTRA DUI ENFORCEMENT – Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend Thanksgiving is quickly approaching and is one of the busiest travel times of the year… Read More
2021-11-25 00:19
REMINDER: Kent’s Winterfest Tree Lighting and Parade will be held next Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, from 3-6 p.m. “It’s the most wonderful time of the year – celebrat… Read More
2021-11-24 20:33
SPONSORED: Christmas Trees are here – buy now and support Zenith Holland Nursery, a local gem! You may have heard recently of some disruption to Zenith Holland Nursery’s Christma… Read More
2021-11-24 00:17
Apollo astronaut Alan Shepard’s daughter Laura Shepard Churchley and “Good Morning America” co-anchor Michael Strahan will blast off on Blue Origin’s New Shepard… Read More
2021-11-23 22:08
Take FREE Holiday Photos at the historic Neely Mansion on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your family, friends (and dog!) and take your own Holiday photos on the porch o… Read More
2021-11-22 23:14
On Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021 at about 3 a.m., Kent Police Officers were dispatched to the area of 124th Ave. SE and 202nd Place (map below) in regard to a collision, where a motorcyclist was str… Read More
2021-11-19 18:22
Gingerbread Trail – FREE Kits! Our friends at the Kent Downtown Partnership want you to have a magical afternoon creating a gingerbread house with your kiddos or besties – pick u… Read More
2021-11-17 19:54
From our sister site The Tukwila Blog: The City of Tukwila on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021 announced that former Mayor Jim Haggerton has passed away. Haggerton served as Mayor from 2008–20… Read More
2021-11-17 00:19
Legislation reaffirming King County Council’s commitment to combatting human trafficking passed unanimously on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021. Sponsored by Councilmembers Reagan Dunn and Jeann… Read More
2021-11-16 22:03
King County Councilmember Dave Upthegrove on Tuesday (Nov. 16, 2021) awarded Barbara Drennen with the Martin Luther King Medal of Distinguished Service, an award that recognizes individuals… Read More
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