2018-12-31 23:01
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2018-12-31 18:37
The Greater Kent Historical Society is sponsoring ‘How Electricity Came to Kent,’ a presentation by Gabriella Johnson – a junior at Kent-Meridian High School – t… Read More
2018-12-29 02:19
The National Weather Service has issued a ‘Wind Advisory‘ for Saturday, Dec. 29. Experts are predicting southerly winds from 20–35 mph, with gusts between 45–55 mph… Read More
2018-12-28 19:06
A dachshund named ‘Mr J’ is missing in Kent: He was last seen near WA-181 and W. James Street (map below) on Dec. 26, 2018. Mr J is both chipped and tagged. He is a long hair dac… Read More
2018-12-27 23:22
A woman was killed in a shooting at a residence in Covington Thursday (Dec. 27), according to the King County Sheriff’s Office. Police say the shooting took place in a residence in the… Read More
2018-12-27 22:51
The Annual Meeting for the Greater Kent Historical Society will be held on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019, from 1 – 3 p.m. This free, open meeting will include: Events of 2018 for the GK… Read More
2018-12-25 21:00
The City of Kent released the following Traffic Advisory, in effect from Dec. 26, 2018 – Jan. 4, 2019: WHERE: Intermittent lane diversions at the intersection of 5th Ave S. and W. Titu… Read More
2018-12-25 20:53
KOMO News is reporting that a driver was found dead inside a car at the bottom of a steep hill on Sunday, Dec. 23 in Kent. The car was found at the bottom of a hill in a green belt along Rei… Read More
2018-12-25 13:55
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. When the s… Read More
2018-12-25 13:50
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. It was jus… Read More
2018-12-24 19:39
A fire broke out at the Kent Valley Ice Centre, located at 6015 South 240th Street on Sunday, Dec. 23, melting the main electrical box. Puget Sound Fire says the sprinkler system was activat… Read More
2018-12-21 13:20
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. The live-a… Read More
2018-12-21 00:14
Curious about Sound Transit’s second parking garage project in Kent? Please plan to attend an informational session on Monday, Jan. 14, to learn the latest on the upcoming parking gara… Read More
2018-12-20 23:08
UPDATE DEC. 20 4:30 p.m.: West Valley Highway (68th Ave S.) has been re-opened after being closed between Frager Road S. and S. 272nd Street Thursday afternoon, due to downed power lines. Th… Read More
2018-12-20 22:16
Starting Thursday, Dec. 20, 9-1-1 call centers in all King County cities and unincorporated areas – including Kent – can accept texts from those who are unable to call durin… Read More
2018-12-20 01:34
Kent Downtown Partnership’s Third Thursday Art walk will celebrate the holidays this Thursday night, Dec. 20: Join us for our free monthly art event! This month is a holiday party at o… Read More
2018-12-19 23:37
On Wednesday (Dec. 19), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a settlement of a significant hazardous waste liability case against Stericycle, a company that treats and stores h… Read More
2018-12-19 23:23
REMINDER: The next ‘Coffee with the Chief’ will be tomorrow morning – Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, from 8 – 9 a.m. – at the Starbucks located at 13121 Kent-Kangley… Read More
2018-12-18 16:20
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. I’m… Read More
2018-12-17 21:46
Kent-based Blue Origin’s next ‘New Shepard’ mission (NS-10) is currently targeting liftoff for this Tuesday, Dec. 18 at 6:30 a.m. PST. This will be the 10th New Shepard mis… Read More
2018-12-17 17:47
Meeting demand for thousands of open positions in aerospace across the State of Washington, the Aerospace Futures Alliance (AFA) and the Washington State Space Coalition (WSSC) are holding t… Read More
2018-12-15 18:40
Kent Police are reporting that an adult man was most likely struck and killed by a vehicle at around the same time that a shooting occured at Sam’s Sports Bar in the 23900 block of 104… Read More
2018-12-14 05:29
The Kent Police Department announced this week that after months of extensive work to develop a Body Worn Camera program, they are ready to launch a pilot program with the deployment of 10 A… Read More
2018-12-14 01:17
On Thursday, Dec. 13, Highline College held a ribbon cutting at ‘Campus View,’ a new building that will become home to hundreds of students starting this winter quarter. “T… Read More
2018-12-13 21:24
The National Weather Service has issued a ‘High Wind Watch‘ for the Puget Sound region – including the Kent area – for all day this Friday, Dec. 14. Experts say to ex… Read More
2018-12-13 21:08
The Greater Kent Historical Society’s Christmas Open House will be held this Saturday, Dec. 15, from 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. The event will be held at The Greater Kent Historical Museu… Read More
2018-12-13 19:52
The Kent City Council this week approved $500,600 in business or leisure tourism promotion grant awards for 2019, as recommended by the city’s Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. Also know… Read More
2018-12-13 19:42
The next ‘Coffee with the Chief’ will be Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, from 8 – 9 a.m. at the Starbucks located at 13121 Kent-Kangley Road. “Please join Chief Raf Padilla… Read More
2018-12-12 21:09
On Wednesday morning, Dec. 12, the air was cold, but the rain had stopped and high school bands and fife corps warmed up hundreds of excited locals waiting for the opening of the new Ke… Read More
2018-12-11 22:04
REMINDER: The Grand Opening for the new Dick’s Drive-In in Kent will be this Wednesday, Dec. 12, from 10 – 11 a.m. “Join us for the official Grand Opening Celebration of ou… Read More
2018-12-11 15:09
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. What happe… Read More
2018-12-09 19:52
On Saturday, the Kent Police Department, Mayor Dana Ralph and Target helped make Christmas a bit merrier for 45 Kent kids and their families at the 5th annual ‘Shop with a Cop’ e… Read More
2018-12-09 18:06
From our sister site The SeaTac Blog: The City of SeaTac is mourning the loss of newly appointed City Councilmember Amina Ahmed, who passed away as the result of injuries suffered during a f… Read More
2018-12-08 23:52
Early Saturday morning (Dec. 8) at around 1:30 a.m., Kent patrol units responded to a report of a man being shot in the area of 23829 30th Ave South (map below). Police say that upon arrival… Read More
2018-12-07 00:13
Kent Police is reporting of an officer-involved shooting in the 15200 block of Kent-Kangley Road Thursday afternoon, Dec. 6. Police say a suspect was sent to the hospital, and that police of… Read More
2018-12-06 21:39
REMINDER: Kent Parks’ annual ‘Christmas Rush Fun Run And Walk’ is this Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018 at Hogan Park at Russell Road. Race Day Information: Registration opens at 8 a… Read More
2018-12-06 21:31
A special celebration will take place this Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018, starting at 7 a.m., when the Kent Police Department and Target will host a ‘Heroes & Helpers’ event to help… Read More
2018-12-06 17:42
MultiCare Kent Clinic’s Community Open House and Ribbon Cutting for its new facility will be held on Saturday, Jan. 12, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. “Health care in Kent has a new… Read More
2018-12-06 05:58
Volunteers are needed to join like-minded caring citizens at a ‘Clean Streets Walkabout’ for two hours of picking up litter together in downtown Kent this Saturday, Dec. 8. This… Read More
2018-12-05 00:47
On Tuesday, Dec. 4, Washington Senate Democrats announced that they have suspended an investigation into rape allegations against state Sen. Joe Fain. Fain – who lost his reelection bi… Read More
2018-12-04 15:34
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. “You… Read More
2018-12-03 20:21
At approximately 1:45 a.m. Monday morning (Dec. 3), Kent Police patrol units responded to the 7-Eleven convenience store located at 511 Central Ave S. for a takeover-style robbery with repor… Read More
2018-12-03 16:36
In November, the City of Kent learned that it will receive $8.9 million in grants for major transportation projects that will improve mobility and reduce traffic congestion. The Puget Sound… Read More
2018-12-01 18:17
Willow’s Place will be presenting a ‘Hope For Families’ fundraiser event this coming Thursday, Dec. 6, starting at 11:30 a.m. at the Golden Steer Steak ‘n Rib House… Read More
2018-12-01 00:21
On Friday, Nov. 30, King County Councilmember Dave Upthegrove visited the World Relief refugee resettlement offices in Kent — one of his favorite organizations. “I’ve enjoy… Read More
2018-11-30 17:45
Join Mayor Dana Ralph for Coffee & Conversation this coming Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Kent Senior Activity Center. This is a free, informal event with no… Read More
2018-11-29 17:21
REMINDER: Kent Lions’ annual Winterfest will ring in the holidays this SATURDAY, Dec. 1, from 2 – 7 p.m. at Town Square Plaza, with Santa arriving at 5 p.m. to help light the tre… Read More
2018-11-28 23:04
The Kent Police Family is mourning the passing of former Chief of Police, Ed Crawford, who served from 1991-2006 after retiring from an exceptional career with the Washington State Patrol. H… Read More
2018-11-28 21:10
Our friends at the Kent Downtown Partnership are seeking donations to help fund three great project that will make our city better. “You can assist us and our community by donating to… Read More
2018-11-28 17:51
What makes Pacific Northwest salmon unique? Why are salmon so important to us in Washington State? What can we do to protect our waterways and ensure the future of our salmon? During the fir… Read More
2018-11-27 19:37
Our friends at the Kent Downtown Partnership are seeking Volunteers: Calling All Volunteers… KDP is busy putting our 2019 budget together and we want your expertise and time to help u… Read More
2018-11-27 17:45
The 8th Annual Kent Turkey Challenge has ended, and organizers announced a cumulative total of more than $150,000 and 50,000 pounds of food raised over the past eight years. To help feed fam… Read More
2018-11-27 16:31
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. I know wha… Read More
2018-11-26 21:00
Puget Sound Fire is reporting that seven people were accounted for after one was rescued from a house fire in the 26100 block of 114th Ave SE in Kent Monday morning, Nov. 26. pic.twitter.com… Read More
2018-11-26 17:37
Puget Sound Fire is reporting that there was a house fire on Kent’s East Hill in the 21300 block of 104th Place SE on Friday, Nov. 23. There were no injuries. House fire on Kent East h… Read More
2018-11-21 22:42
At Tuesday night’s Kent City Council meeting, Kent Police presented a Lifesaving Award to Officer Taylor Burns, along with a Citizen Commendation to Jason Holsclaw for saving the life… Read More
2018-11-21 13:30
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. The first… Read More
2018-11-20 14:17
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. Can propag… Read More
2018-11-20 06:46
Puget Sound Fire is reporting that an abandoned house caught fire in the 2600 block of S. 272nd Street on Kent’s West Hill Monday night, Nov. 19. There were no reports of injuries, nor… Read More
2018-11-20 02:35
It’s so official you can almost smell the fries – the Grand Opening for the new Dick’s Drive-In in Kent will be Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2018, from 10 – 11 a.m. “Joi… Read More
2018-11-20 00:04
The ‘Bells of the Sound’ group will be performing at Kent Lutheran Church on Saturday, Dec. 8, at 7 p.m. The group is a dynamic force in the handbell world, advancing handbells i… Read More
2018-11-19 23:26
The Kentridge Players version of the musical comedy ‘The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee’ opens Nov. 28. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a musical comedy, wh… Read More
2018-11-19 22:21
Starting Tuesday, Nov. 27, the City of Kent will close a portion of South 228th Street for approximately two years for construction work. “This is to continue work on the grade separat… Read More
2018-11-19 22:01
Puget Sound Fire shared the following Holiday Safety Tips Video on Monday, Nov. 19: Thanksgiving should be a time for food, family, and friends. Don’t let yours be spoiled by a kitchen… Read More
2018-11-17 22:57
Kent Lions’ annual Winterfest will ring in the holidays on Saturday, Dec. 1, from 2 – 7 p.m. at Town Square Plaza: Join in the holiday spirit with live seasonal music from local… Read More
2018-11-17 21:52
Puget Sound Fire is reporting that a detached garage and shop caught fire in the 22600 block of 119th Ave SW in Kent (map below) on Saturday, Nov. 17. There were no injuries. Detached garage… Read More
2018-11-16 23:15
On Friday, Nov. 16, the Kent Police Department posted the following statement on their Facebook page, refuting another media outlet’s coverage of a recent jury verdict: Kent Police Wan… Read More
2018-11-16 22:30
The City of Kent is seeking applicants to fill two vacancies on the Kent Arts Commission. The Arts Commission advises the City Council and staff in areas such as: Establishing cultural oppor… Read More
2018-11-16 19:38
The new Kent YMCA wants residents to ‘Get to Know the Kent YMCA,’ and they’re holding four FREE informational sessions about its new programs and services. The four se… Read More
2018-11-16 14:07
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. The new cr… Read More
2018-11-16 14:02
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. In the cur… Read More
2018-11-15 21:18
We love Tom Burkley and his seemingly-superhuman, non-stop, generous Kent Clean Streets efforts. Tom goes out nearly every day to pick up litter downtown, then shares his results with great… Read More
2018-11-15 01:08
The Kent Police Department is investigating a fatality collision that occurred at the intersection of E. Smith St and State Ave N. on Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 14 between a mid-sized SUV and… Read More
2018-11-14 22:27
REMINDER: The Third Thursday Art Walk is this THURSDAY NIGHT, Nov. 15, from 5 – 8 p.m., with check-in at Artsy Fartsy Art Lessons, located at 218 West Meeker Street. Six businesses wil… Read More
2018-11-14 16:41
A Cambodian refugee whose American college experience shaped his life and career has been named interim vice president at Highline College. Dr. Saovra “Sy” Ear will oversee the c… Read More
2018-11-14 01:37
The 5th annual ‘Shop with a Cop’ fundraiser will be held this Thursday, Nov. 15 at the Kent Senior Center. This great annual fundraiser – which benefits Kent Youth and Fami… Read More
2018-11-13 23:16
From our sister site The SeaTac Blog: By Jack Mayne Former SeaTac Mayor Michael Siefkes can never again practice law in Washington state, or seek a law license in any other state in the nati… Read More
2018-11-13 15:42
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. Wow. I&rsq&hell…Read More
2018-11-12 19:01
Seven horses were killed in a barn fire in the 12900 block of SE 203rd Place in Kent Monday morning, Nov. 12. Puget Sound Fire says the barn was destroyed by the blaze. No injuries to any pe… Read More
2018-11-12 17:17
Demartrae L. Kime was found Guilty of All Charges last week in the shooting that resulted in the 2015 death of baby Malijha Grant in Kent. Kime shot and killed the 1-year old on April 16, 20… Read More
2018-11-11 18:57
The Greater Kent Historical Society and Museum is searching for information on the historic Lunar Rover Space Buggy Project, which was built right here in Kent by Boeing in 1969. This local… Read More
2018-11-10 17:47
On Friday night, Nov. 9, Joe Fain conceded the race for the 47th District State Senate to challenger Mona Das. Fain was first elected to the State Senate in 2010, and was re-elected to a sec… Read More
2018-11-10 00:17
On Friday (Nov. 9), the latest results from Tuesday’s election were released, and challenger Mona Das now leads incumbent Joe Fain by 548 votes. On Thursday, Das was ahead by 206 votes… Read More
2018-11-09 20:00
Remember the good ol’ days when you could wave goodbye at the airport gate as someone boarded a plane? Or you could welcome them with a hug at the gate of a domestic flight? Or gr… Read More
2018-11-09 18:20
REMINDER: Our friends at Kent Clean Streets wants YOU to come join like-minded caring citizens as we spend two hours picking up litter together in downtown Kent this Saturday, Nov. 10. Volun… Read More
2018-11-09 13:51
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. The novel… Read More
2018-11-09 01:55
By Jack Mayne Kent Mayor Dana Ralph and Council President Bill Boyce this week jointly addressed the Council and the public about the new Kent city budget and a planned increase in the Busin… Read More
2018-11-09 01:18
Thursday’s (Nov. 8) election results show a major turn in trends in the 47th District State Senator race, as challenger Mona Das has taken the lead over incumbent Joe Fain by 206 votes… Read More
2018-11-08 19:20
The Kent Downtown Partnership held its first-ever Awards Ceremony at Kent Lutheran Church on Wednesday night, Nov. 7, handing out several awards to locals. And wait – what? We also won… Read More
2018-11-08 17:33
The Seattle Seahawks released a video showing brothers Shaquem and Shaquill Griffin dedicating a new playground at Park Orchard Elementary School in Kent. on Oct. 30. As we previously report… Read More
2018-11-08 00:20
UPDATE NOV. 7, 2018: In what’s likely to be the closest race in the region, Rep. Joe Fain’s lead over challenger Mona Das – which was 247 in Tuesday night’s first ret… Read More
2018-11-07 21:00
The annual Turkey Trot 5K to benefit the Auburn Public Schools Foundation will be held on Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 22. Runners/Walkers will gather at Sunset Park in Lakeland Hills, Auburn… Read More
2018-11-07 17:20
The King County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that two men were shot at Binford Metals, a scrap metal and auto wrecking business located at 26133 78th Ave South (map below) on Wednesda… Read More
2018-11-07 17:10
A huge two-alarm fire at the historic White River Feed Company (located at 27600 78th Ave South) lit up Kent skies and disrupted trains early Wednesday morning, Nov. 7. Puget Sound Fire repo… Read More
2018-11-07 04:56
The first round of results for Tuesday’s General Election are in, and Rep. Joe Fain – who was accused of rape by Candace Faber – is barely hanging on, leading challeng… Read More
2018-11-07 00:19
From our friends at Kent Clean Streets: Win a $25 gift certificate to Sweet Themes Bakery! Submit a photo of you and/or your family picking up litter in your neighborhood. You must submit yo… Read More
2018-11-06 15:30
Past the Popcorn provides South King Media with exclusive reviews of Theatrical and Home Video entertainment. We aim to dig just a little deeper than the surface of what we watch. “You… Read More
2018-11-05 23:11
The Auburn Food Bank van – stolen early the morning of Oct. 30, 2018 – has finally been located in Kent. According to a Facebook post, the missing van was retrieved, “&hell&hell…Read More
2018-11-04 17:25
Early Sunday morning (Nov. 4), Puget Sound Fire, along with South King Fire & Rescue, responded to a dryer fire inside the Sunset Motel, located at 25000 Pacific Highway South in Kent. N… Read More
2018-11-02 21:57
On Friday morning, Nov. 2, the Kent Police Department gave an “unhappy ending” to 18 illegal massage parlors, with notices that they are being shut down. Police say that this cit… Read More
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