2022-09-30 14:10
Kentwood conquers Mt. Rainier 42-28 Winning wasn’t going to be easy in this matchup, but Kentwood still prevailed 42-28 against Mt. Rainier in a local high school football matchup on [… Read More
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2022-09-30 00:40
The Kent Police Department recently conducted an undercover theft emphasis at a local Lowe’s store, and officials say it was successful. Here’s more from Kent P.D.: “We&rsq&hell…Read More
2022-09-29 22:54
REMINDER: The homegrown, grassroots, family-friendly and fun Burien Brat Trot – a (mostly) flat race through the streets around Olde Burien – is this Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, with… Read More
2022-09-29 14:01
This week, Kent Police Major Crimes Detectives recovered firefighting gear that had been recently stolen from Puget Sound Fire (PSF). Police say that suspects entered the grounds of a PSF [… Read More
2022-09-28 16:44
SPONSORED: By Rachel Smith President & CEO, Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce We’re excited to partner with Comcast again on a grant program focused on maintaining a diverse… Read More
2022-09-27 23:43
The King County Council on Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022 unanimously approved legislation that will create a new community-based Stop Hate Hotline and online portal, expanding reporting access to… Read More
2022-09-26 22:53
King County will host two public meetings in October as it prepares to update its flood plan for the first time in nearly a decade, accounting for the increasing risk […] Read More
2022-09-26 21:42
Valley Cities – along with its Kent Community Partners – will be hosting a Resource Fair to celebrate National Recovery Month this Friday, Sept. 30, 2022. All members of the [&he&hell…Read More
2022-09-26 16:58
Volunteers are needed – come play a “survivor” in a disaster response drill at the South King Fire Training Station on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, from 8 a.m. – 1 [&hell&hell…Read More
2022-09-23 17:29
From our sister site The SeaTac Blog: The Washington State Patrol is reporting that a wrong-way vehicle collision killed a 19-year-old woman on I-5 near the S. 188th Street exit […] Read More
2022-09-22 17:32
Southbound travelers on I-5 in the vicinity of SR 516/Kent Des Moines Road should be aware of construction work this weekend – Saturday, Sept. 24 and Sunday, Sept. 25 – […… Read More
2022-09-21 21:20
The City of Kent Arts Commission announced that it will continue to make funding available in 2023 to support area arts programming through its Community Arts Support Program. The program [… Read More
2022-09-20 23:14
Puget Sound Fire is reporting that a car crashed into Nazes Seafood Restaurant at 26220 116 Ave SE in Kent (map below) on Monday night, Sept. 19, 2022. There were […] Read More
2022-09-19 16:46
In conjunction with national Rail Safety Week, Sound Transit is kicking off a campaign this week to educate and empower the public about the importance of safety around trains and […] Read More
2022-09-18 23:42
Kentridge rides to cruise-control win over Decatur 47-14 Kentridge’s overpowering offense lit up the scoreboard to topple Decatur 47-14 during this local football game. Offense was not… Read More
2022-09-16 19:42
Who hasn’t been held captive by a powerful or funny story? 7 STORIES is a night of such storytelling –to build community, empathy, and celebrate our diversity. Each 7 STORIES [&h&hell…Read More
2022-09-15 22:37
A 29-year-old Tukwila man pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Seattle on Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022 to assault on a federal officer and using a firearm in a crime […] Read More
2022-09-15 20:24
The City of Kent Operations and Public Safety Commission will be meeting to discuss a proposed Camping Ordinance, which would make camping outside designated camping areas illegal within Cit… Read More
2022-09-14 21:32
SPONSORED: Save a Bundle for your Bundles of Joy! Créme Brulée Kids Sale returns Oct. 7-8, 2022. Babies Grow fast! They turn into kids – then bigger kids…and somet… Read More
2022-09-14 17:34
The Covington Chamber of Commerce will be holding a Makers Market and Fall Fest on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Real Life Church. “We […] Read More
2022-09-12 17:25
SPONSORED: Metro’s ‘Ride Pingo to Transit’ brings affordable on-demand rides to the Kent Valley Ride Pingo to Transit, an on-demand pilot program of King County Metro, is i… Read More
2022-09-09 17:02
Burien’s awesome 2022 Arts-a-Glow Festival of Light is this Saturday night, Sept. 10, 2022, from 7 – 10 p.m., and will be held throughout downtown Burien. This is the city’… Read More
2022-09-08 17:03
A free Aerospace Job Fair will be held in Kent on Thursday, Sept. 15, 2022, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. This free event will be held at the Aerospace […] Read More
2022-09-08 16:49
Members of the Kent Education Association ratified a new contract with Kent School District on Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 7, 2022, and classes for grades 1-12 will start up again today… Read More
2022-09-08 16:35
The ‘Walk for the Babies’ 2022 fundraiser walk will be held on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. This is an annual walkathon to raise critically needed funds for the care of […] Read More
2022-09-07 16:46
Photo of striking teachers courtesy Kent Education Association. Kent teachers reached a tentative agreement with the Kent School District (KSD) at around 3 a.m. on Wednesday morning, Sept. 7… Read More
2022-09-05 17:22
Photo courtesy Puget Sound Fire. Puget Sound Fire and South King Fire & Rescue teamed up on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2022 to extinguish a homeless encampment fire in the 24300 […] Read More
2022-09-04 21:00
Volunteers are needed for Kent’s Fall Litter Cleanup, which will be held on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022 onthe East Hill, West Hill and Downtown. This event will run – rain […… Read More
2022-09-04 17:40
The next Mini Recycling Event will be held on Friday, Sept. 9, 2022, from 1 – 4 p.m. at the Kent United Methodist Church. Each year the City of Kent […] Read More
2022-09-02 18:46
Volunteers are needed to deliver meals in Kent on Wednesday mornings, when one of the weekly drivers will be away. Drivers typically arrive at the site in Kent between 8:30 […] Read More
2022-09-01 22:22
One of the leaders of a violent international drug trafficking organization that distributed heroin, fentanyl, and methamphetamine in the Puget Sound region pleaded guilty Monday afternoon… Read More
2022-09-01 22:05
The Free Youth Transit Pass begins today – Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022 – when riders 18 and younger can ride for free on transit systems across Washington, including King County [&he&hell…Read More
2022-08-31 18:45
King County Landmarks Coordinator Sarah Steen, trained in historic wood window repair, glazing and mechanics will conduct a free educational workshop at Neely Mansion on Sept. 9, 10, 11, 202… Read More
2022-08-30 16:35
SPONSORED: Meet Keith Beers, President of Seattle Roof Cleaning. Not only is he a hard working business owner and 17-year Gregory Heights resident, but he’s also a proud single da… Read More
2022-08-29 19:50
Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022 at approximately 8:45 p.m., Kent Police Officers were dispatched to the Irwin Apartment complex located at 25822 110th Ave SE (map below), where they found three [&hell&hell…Read More
2022-08-29 18:07
Tickets are on sale now for the Kent Arts Commission’s 2022–2023 Spotlight Series, which brings exceptional entertainment to Kent. The upcoming season features seven performances… Read More
2022-08-29 17:26
A resident of Seattle was recently charged federally with four federal felonies connected to his possession of a so-called “ghost gun” and drugs in a stolen vehicle, announced U… Read More
2022-08-25 21:06
Get your tickets for this Saturday’s Blues & Brews Fest for $45 while they last! Join your friends from Noon – 8 p.m. this Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022, in Des Moines fo… Read More
2022-08-25 20:48
Kent Teachers in the Kent Education Association (KEA) are officially on strike and are picketing as of Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022, delaying the first day of school. KEA members voted […] Read More
2022-08-25 20:20
The Kent Police Department is seeking local businesses to sign on to be a “Safe Place” for victims of hate Crimes. The Kent PD Safe Place Program offers victims of […] Read More
2022-08-25 17:12
The Rainier Youth Choirs organization, entering its 16th season, announced this week that Jackie Grant of Maple Valley will be directing Colla Voce for grades 6 – 8. Rehearsals are [&h&hell…Read More
2022-08-23 17:58
The Kent Chamber of Commerce wants to talk business – more specially in the black community. Join the Kent Chamber of Commerce and other black-owned businesses and hear their experienc… Read More
2022-08-20 21:03
The Kent Downtown Partnership’s first-ever Kent Cajun Food and Music Fest is TODAY – Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022! This great event will run from 3 – 8 p.m. They’ve teamed… Read More
2022-08-20 19:14
Back with a vengeance, the 2022 Poverty Bay Blues & Brews fest is returning to the sweeping shores of Des Moines Beach Park in one week – next Saturday, Aug. […] Read More
2022-08-20 17:06
Kent Police are reporting that on Friday, Aug. 19, 2022, just after 6:30 p.m., Officers were dispatched to a report of a dispute between two males in the parking lot […] Read More
2022-08-20 00:26
On Thursday afternoon, Aug. 18, 2022, Kent Mayor Dana Ralph announced that Interim Chief Administrative Officer Pat Fitzpatrick and Acting City Attorney Tammy White were being promoted and a… Read More
2022-08-20 00:25
King County Executive Dow Constantine on Friday, Aug. 19, 2022 issued a proclamation declaring monkeypox a public health emergency in King County. As of Aug. 18, 2022, there are 272 [&hellip&hell…Read More
2022-08-19 21:04
Feel like being inspired? Watch a video below, showing SeaTac-based Steve Huff breaking his own world record for fastest electric dragster at the 2022 Holley High Voltage Experience. Huff hi… Read More
2022-08-18 18:05
From our sister site The Tukwila Blog: A 23-year-old Tukwila man was sentenced Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022 in U.S. District Court in Seattle to 7 years in prison for retaliating […] Read More
2022-08-17 17:14
By Sarah Brusig The Kent City Council meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022 was called to order at approximately 7:06 p.m. In attendance were Kent Mayor Dana Ralph, Kent City […] Read More
2022-08-17 00:32
The King County Council on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022 voted to provide $176,000 to Wakulima USA, a Kent nonprofit organization, to support programming around connection to nature, food justice a… Read More
2022-08-16 23:00
Nighttime travelers on Interstate 5 between Military Road and State Route 516 (Kent-Des Moines Road) in the Kent area should be aware of work that will require weeknight lane reductions, [&h&hell…Read More
2022-08-16 21:06
There’s less than one week ’til Lil’ Louisiana comes to Downtown Kent! This Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022, from 3 – 8 p.m., the Kent Downton Partnership will stage the prem… Read More
2022-08-15 22:00
From our sister site The Waterland Blog: At 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, the new Des Moines passenger “Fast Ferry” to the downtown Seattle waterfront had its maiden [&hel&hell…Read More
2022-08-15 21:47
KJs Cakery Bakery Sweet Shop – a Black-woman-owned bakery in Kent – suffered a break-in, damage and theft on Sunday morning, Aug. 14, 2022, and an online fundraiser has been [&he&hell…Read More
2022-08-15 18:23
SPONSORED: Port Jobs will be holding two sessions to help local job seekers: Pre-Apprenticeship Training for Construction and Advanced Manufacturing Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022: 2:00 p.m. &ndash&hell…Read More
2022-08-15 16:55
SPONSORED: What Does the Rest of the Year Hold for Home Prices? Note: this blog is based on national data, if you want to get personal, let us know! Whether […] Read More
2022-08-12 21:14
From our sister site The Waterland Blog: On Aug. 8, 2022, Partner/General Manager Ben Anderson was generous enough to give us a personal tour of the under-construction Des Moines Theater. [… Read More
2022-08-12 18:07
A truck vs motorcycle collision in Kent on Thursday, Aug. 11, 2022 left one in critical condition at Harborview Medical Center. Puget Sound Fire says it happened at 12100 Kent […] Read More
2022-08-12 16:42
From our sister site The Waterland Blog: Jennifer Suazo, a 48-year-old Des Moines woman, is being sought by law enforcement after fleeing from federal agents when they went to arrest [&helli&hell…Read More
2022-08-11 22:30
A legally blind rapper who goes by ‘Mac Wayne’ and was profiled in an Amazon Prime documentary was sentenced Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022 in U.S. District Court in Seattle to […] Read More
2022-08-11 19:33
Kent Police are reporting that on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022 at around 11 a.m., Officers were dispatched to the Olympic Skyline Apartments (map below), in reference to reports of threats [&hel&hell…Read More
2022-08-11 00:55
The ‘Cruisin’ Kent’ Car Show will be Sunday, Aug. 28, 2022, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Kent Station. Enjoy classic cars (along with lots of other makes, models [&hellip&hell…Read More
2022-08-10 00:33
SPONSORED: Don’t forget – celebrate ‘Ferragosto’ at Burien’s Casa Italiana this Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022, from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.! In ancient roman times, Ca… Read More
2022-08-08 20:24
Puget Sound Fire is investigating five separate, suspicious fires – all set within an hour of each other – on Kent’s East hill on Monday, Aug. 8, 2022. Officials say [&hell&hell…Read More
2022-08-08 20:12
Kent Police arrested a violent, repeat offender after he rammed a Sergeant’s patrol car with a stolen vehicle in Kent on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2022. Police say that early Saturday [&hellip&hell…Read More
2022-08-08 17:36
A change is in store for northbound I-5 travelers exiting to westbound SR 516/Kent-Des Moines Road, the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) announced Monday, Aug. 8, 2022. At app… Read More
2022-08-07 17:51
By Sarah Brusig The Kent City Council meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022 was called to order at approximately 5 p.m. with an abbreviated agenda due to National Night Out. […] Read More
2022-08-05 19:08
A free Repair Event will be held at the Kent Library on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, from 3 – 6 p.m. At these events, skilled volunteer “fixers” try to repair […] Read More
2022-08-05 01:32
Nighttime travelers on Interstate 5 between Military Road and SR 516 (Kent-Des Moines Road) in the Kent area should be aware of work that will require weeknight lane reductions, starting [&h&hell…Read More
2022-08-04 23:59
From our sister site The Waterland Blog: At a first appearance hearing on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 4, 2022, the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office argued that Johnathan Mamel Cr… Read More
2022-08-04 22:16
The mayors of the South King County cities of Kent, Auburn, Black Diamond, Enumclaw, Federal Way, Pacific, Renton, and Tukwila on Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022 released a joint letter expressing [… Read More
2022-08-03 19:25
Kent’s next Mini Recycling Event is this Friday, Aug. 5, 2022, from 1 – 4 p.m. at Glenn Nelson Park. “Disposing of your unwanted recyclable items has never been easier, [&h&hell…Read More
2022-08-02 16:42
From our sister site The Waterland Blog: Tickets are now available for the new Des Moines Passenger Ferry service to the downtown Seattle waterfront, which starts Wednesday morning, Aug. 10… Read More
2022-08-02 01:41
The Kent Police Department Investigations Unit is looking for any information regarding the identity of the three persons pictured below. Police say that on June 8, 2022 at about 2:19 [&hell&hell…Read More
2022-08-02 00:05
It’s Kent Historical Month, and residents can enjoy a free celebration featuring special exhibits and walking tours of some of Kent’s oldest homes and businesses. You’ll be… Read More
2022-08-01 20:44
REMINDER: Remember to VOTE in the 2022 Primary Election – return your ballot to a ballot drop box (no stamp required) by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022. Ballot […] Read More
2022-07-30 05:19
Kent 101 is an eight-week civics course – starting Sept. 15, and ending Nov. 3, 2022 – that deepens understanding and knowledge about local government and how it operates. If [&h&hell…Read More
2022-07-26 23:15
The King County Council on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 unanimously approved a proposal to create a permanent voluntary safe firearm and ammunition return program within the King County Sheriff&rs&hell…Read More
2022-07-26 22:19
SPONSORED: We all scream for ice cream AND summer fun at Retro Emporium in Kent. “See a need, fill a need,” has long been a guiding principle for Anne Smith […] Read More
2022-07-26 00:21
With temps expected in the 90s this week, residents can cool off at the Kent Library, Community Engagement Center, and seniors can visit the Kent Senior Center. Local malls (The […] Read More
2022-07-23 00:35
This Saturday, July 23, 2022 is the beginning of Safe Paddle Week, and Kent Police want to remind everyone how crucial it is to follow the rules of the water, […] Read More
2022-07-22 22:13
Steve Huff Motorsports of SeaTac set a new World Record of in the Faster Than Cancer Electric Dragster at Sonoma Raceway during the Holley High Voltage Experience event earlier this [&hellip&hell…Read More
2022-07-21 21:14
Locally-based @SeattleWXGuy Michael Snyder is warning of a “vicious” heat wave coming to our region, with high temps in the 90s expected next week. Snyder says the big heat will… Read More
2022-07-21 20:54
Sound Transit is seeking public comment on its proposed Transit Development Plan – view the plan and leave comment through Aug. 4, 2022 at https://www.soundtransit.org/tdp. In accordan… Read More
2022-07-21 00:03
On Wednesday morning, July 20, 2022, a head-on collision at SE 240 Street and 116 Ave SE on Kent’s East Hill (map below) sent one person to Valley Medial Center, […] Read More
2022-07-20 20:50
A voter drops his ballot into a drop box on Wednesday morning, July 20, 2022. Photo by Scott Schaefer. As voters began to receive their ballots over the weekend, King […] Read More
2022-07-19 20:45
SAVE THE DATE: Back with a vengeance, the 2022 Poverty Bay Blues & Brews fest is returning to the sweeping shores of Des Moines Beach Park on Saturday, Aug. 27, […] Read More
2022-07-19 20:17
SAVE THE DATE: The Kent Sunrise Rotary Club will be holding its “Fill the Bus School Supply Drive” on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022. “Join us in collecting school supplies for [… Read More
2022-07-19 19:41
The Kent School District is seeking candidates for openings on its Board of Directors: Application process & dates for Director District #2 The Kent School Board of Directors is seeking… Read More
2022-07-18 23:33
Haven’t registered your neighborhood for National Night Out yet? You are still in luck – Kent Police say you have until this Friday (July 22) to register. Just click below [&hell&hell…Read More
2022-07-15 17:32
Kent-based magician Louie Foxx will appear on the TV show “Masters of Illusion” this Saturday night, July 16, 2022. The CW show starts at 9 p.m. on KSTW channel 11, […] Read More
2022-07-15 16:04
The City of Des Moines’ two-month pilot passenger ferry project will launch from the Des Moines Marina on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, and travel roundtrip to Downtown Seattle’s Bel… Read More
2022-07-15 00:32
Laissez le bon temps roulez! Let the good times roll in “Lil’ Louisiana in D.T. Kent” with Cajun Fest on Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022, from 3 – 8 p.m. Cajun […] Read More
2022-07-15 00:22
King County Roads crews partnered with King County Regional Homelessness Authority and the Sheriff’s Office to help offer resources to individuals experiencing homelessness and cleared… Read More
2022-07-14 23:32
Chestnut Ridge Park is looking better than ever, with brand new playground equipment almost ready for kids to climb and play on. After a few months of renovations, new play […] Read More
2022-07-14 23:01
The Washington State Patrol is seeking witnesses to a shooting on State Route 18 on Thursday morning, July 14, 2022. Troopers say that at 10:27 a.m. Thursday morning, their communications [… Read More
2022-07-14 21:48
A head-on collision Wednesday morning at 5 a.m. on West Valley/68th North of S. 277th Street (map below) caused minor injuries, according to Kent Police. Police say the collision was [&helli&hell…Read More
2022-07-14 18:26
A new 988 mental health emergency phone number will activate across the U.S. this Friday, July. 16, 2022. Similar to dialing 911, 988 has been designated as the new three-digit […] Read More
2022-07-14 16:52
The Washington State Patrol is seeking witnesses to a pellet gun shooting on I-5 that happened Wednesday morning, July 13, 2022. Troopers say that at 9:50 a.m. Wednesday morning, they [&hell&hell…Read More
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