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The Enumclaw library passes out free at-home rapid COVID tests last January. Sound Publishing file photo

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COVID levels rise to ‘medium’ transmission risk in King County

No new restrictions, recommendations or regulations were suggested by health officer Jeff Duchin

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Auburn police officer under investigation for DUI, vehicular homicide

The officer, who was off-duty at the time, was arrested and taken to jail April 23.

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City of Auburn to explore annexing Kent neighborhood

The Bridges housing development is completely surrounded by Auburn.

Photo courtesy of Marc Deaver
(Left to right) Cascade Middle Schoolers Melinda Mai, Jordan Englert, Dawson Delaney, Mason Coates, Liam Jones and CJ Baxter pose for a photo next to the rocket they designed and built for the American Rocketry Challenge.

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Cascade Middle School rocketry team to compete for national championship

The team will compete against 100 other student teams on May 14.

Enosa Strickland Junior.

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Family of man killed by Auburn police file wrongful death lawsuit against Auburn

The officer is now the subject of two lawsuits against the city

MultiCare Auburn Medical Center. Courtesy photo

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New program addresses state’s shortage of nurses

Green River College offers licensed practical nurses a chance to earn bachelor of science in nursing.

Auburn High School boys basketball team poses for a photo after winning the state championship game against Rainier Beach. Photo courtesy of Auburn High School basketball

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Auburn High School basketball team competes in the national championship game

After winning the state championship in Washington, Auburn High School’s boys basketball team advanced to the national championship…

Cmdr. Adams of the Auburn Police Department demonstrates how to use the body-worn cameras. Screenshot courtesy of APD Twitter video

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Auburn police body cam program goes into effect

The council initially approved the program last summer.

Photo courtesy of Chris Stearns.

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Auburn Councilmember Chris Stearns announces run for 47th District House Seat

The seat is currently held by Democrat Pat Sullivan.

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Graffiti on the R Street bridge in Auburn.

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City council tightens requirements for graffiti removal

Property owners now only have three days to remove graffiti from their property

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Man charged in Auburn Walmart stabbing

A Walmart employee allegedly stabbed his coworker after losing a fight.

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Auburn police arrests, use of force, bookings decrease in 2021

Use of force incidents were cut in half from 2020 to 2021.

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Walmart employee stabbed at work

Two employees got into a fight.

(Left to right) Bill, Nina and Tom Contoravdis, co-owners of Athens Pizza and Pasta, pose for a photo in front of their restaurant that is set to re-open for take-out on Friday, April 1. Photo by Henry Stewart-Wood/Sound Publishing

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After 16 months, Athens Pizza and Pasta re-opens on April 1

A fire forced the restaurant to close after 40 years of business in Auburn.

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One of Auburn’s permanent sculptures in front of Les Gove Park.

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Auburn is searching for artists to contribute downtown sculptures

Your sculpture could be on display in downtown Auburn for a year.

Athletes from Auburn’s three high schools were celebrated for winning state championship tournaments in a variety of sports. Photo by Henry Stewart-Wood/Auburn Reporter.

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Auburn celebrates state champions

Athletes from Auburn’s three schools were celebrated outside of city hall on Monday.

Jimmy Hung, Chief Deputy Prosecutor at King County’s Juvenile Division. Photo courtesy of King County

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Juvenile division prosecutor defends Restorative Community Pathways

Controversial King County program diverts young offenders from incarceration for certain crimes.

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Auburn man killed in car crash on I-5

The man was driving at a high speed when the crash occured.

Wall of plaques honoring veterans of the Vietnam War at the Vietnam War Memorial in Les Gove Park. Photo by Henry Stewart-Wood.

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King County residents can honor a Vietnam War veteran for free

The county is paying for 100 custom granite tiles to be placed at the memorial at Les Gove…

Auburn Riverside High School graduates toss their caps into the air in celebration during graduation ceremonies in 2021. Courtesy photo

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$150k in ARPA funds will benefit Auburn businesses and schools

Of that money, $50,000 will go to the school district and $100,000 will go to small businesses and…