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Wakulima USA of Kent is one of 15 local organizations to be awarded Climate Commitment Act funds from the Washington State Department of Health. Courtesy photo.

Northwest

DOH awards $2.5 million to local environmental organizations

Fifteen community-based and Tribal organizations throughout the state have been awarded funds.

Patty Murray (center) met with King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC) in Renton for a roundtable Jan. 20. Courtesy photo

News

Senator secures $1.75 million for sexual assault survivors in King Co.

Money will help King County Sexual Assault Resource Center.

Jordon Marshelle Barrett was inspired to create her South King County-based non-profit The M.A.R.S.H.E.L.L.E. Project after a horseback riding retreat in Roy, Washington. Courtesy photo.

Business

New equine nonprofit will foster healing horsepower

The M.A.R.S.H.E.L.L.E. Project is raising funds to provide equestrian experiences for local kids in the foster care system.

The flooded Cedar River flowing into Lake Washington. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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Tenants’ rights and resources following floods

Washington state law has protections for tenants.

Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Try Furoshiki: Japan’s eco-friendly way to wrap gifts

In collaboration with the Seattle Consulate-General of Japan and the King County Library System, local residents learned “Fabulous…

Kent Superintendent Israel Vela with Kiku Hughes and Eileen Yamada-Lamphere at Mill Creek Middle School. Photo courtesy of the Kent School District.

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Author discusses graphic novel on Japanese incarceration camps

Each year, Washington students learn about Japanese-American detainments without due process following Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor and…

The Muckleshoot Canoe Family begin the coordinator gathering with a cultural opening ceremony. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Northwest

Muckleshoot Tribe hosts national MMIP coordinator gathering

MMIP refers to “Missing and Murdered Indigenous People,” an ongoing international crisis that has inspired tribal leaders from…

The Sundown Overnight Shelter helps keep 45 unhoused people out of the elements. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Life

Ray of Hope and Sundown Shelter offer resources and rest

The Auburn Food Bank has been a pillar of South King County charity, providing food for those in…

The King County flood map shows the different areas of South King County, indicated by blues and oranges, that are prone to flooding. Image courtesy of King County Flood Control.

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Flood alert: Free sandbags available for county residents

As part of the Be Flood Ready campaign, all King County residents are eligible for free sandbag materials…

Owner Vance Olsen shows off one of Sea Axe’s throwing axes. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Business

Voters choose Sea Axe for a night out

Best of Auburn 2025 winner.

Kay Feather with her Battle Buddy Kyro. Photo courtesy of Northwest Battle Buddies.

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Northwest Battle Buddies help veterans with PTSD

Shannon Walker was a professional dog trainer for years when a veteran named Kevin W. came to her…

Owner Matthew Noesen of Zola’s Cafe. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Business

Zola’s Cafe wins double for Best of Auburn

Is it any surprise that Zola’s Cafe has won Best Bakery/Desserts and Best Coffee Stand/Shop for 2025? A…

Third Dimension Salon owner Deana McFarlane and salon “director of cuddles” Bodhi. Third Dimension has won its third Best of Auburn award. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Business

Third Dimension Salon wins 3rd Best of Auburn prize

From the interior of the Fred Meyer to Division Street in downtown Auburn, Third Dimension Salon has made…

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Life

Underrated horror films for Halloween night

Set as near as Seattle or far as rural Japan, these overlooked horror films are just the thing…

The Rock in Renton, view from the second floor. Photo courtesy of The Rock Wood Fired Pizza Official Facebook.

Business

Exit Sandman: The Rock Wood Fired Pizza closes 6 locations

Last remaining The Rock in the area is located in Auburn.

Kent-based Rainier Youth Choirs has open enrollment this month for the upcoming season. COURTESY PHOTO, Rainier Youth Choirs

Life

Rainier Youth Choirs perform in South King County and beyond

In its 19th season, the 2-12th grade youth choir provides space and opportunities for singers, allowing them to…

Graph courtesy of Domestic Abuse Women’s Network (DAWN).

News

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Events start in September for Kent-based nonprofit Domestic Abuse Women’s Network (DAWN)

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Life

GeoGirls empowers young minds in trip to Mount St. Helens

During a summer where local earthquake swarms beneath Mt. Rainier put Cascadian volcanoes back in the news and…

St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way. Courtesy photo

News

Medicaid cuts projected to heavily impact, strain local hospitals

84 hospitals across the state — including those in Renton, Federal Way, Auburn, Snoqualmie, Enumclaw and more —…

“West Shore.” Photo courtesy of SIFF

Life

SIFF reviews: “West Shore,” “Evergreens” and “Dear Aloha”

A canoe journey to the 2023 Paddle to Muckleshoot and a vintage SUV road trip from Spokane explore…