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Kimberly Mugler | Obituary

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Kimberly Mugler | Obituary

January 2, 1965 – May 11, 2023

Ronald H. Beyersdorf | Obituary

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Ronald H. Beyersdorf | Obituary

Ronald H. Beyersdorf, 79, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born…

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WSP warning against scam calls

“Spoofers” are faking caller IDs to trick people into giving out personal information

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Agriculture is the backbone of state’s economy | Brunell

Some would argue that spring is the most wonderful time of the year in Washington. Throughout our state…

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Robert Allen | Obituary

Robert was born in California in 1940. After high school, he served in the United States Navy as…

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Auto theft and shooting near Game Farm Park | Auburn police blotter

Also, a suspect stabbed a victim at an apartment complex.

The King County Library System administration building in Issaquah. Photo courtesy KCLS

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King County libraries planning to expand hours | KCLS

Many local libraries will start offering expanded hours in late May.

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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Blame the Republicans | Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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King County libraries to get rid of late fees starting May 9

KCLS says late fines generate little revenue, with fines making up less than 1% of KCLS’ budget.

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Robbery at Umpqua Bank | Auburn police blotter

Recent entries in the Auburn police blotter.

Students at Key To Change will have music written for them by composer in residence, Curtis Stewart.

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Key To Change string studio offers music lessons, opportunities in south King County

Based in Renton, this nonprofit for young violin and viola players will host its annual Solo String Festival…

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Armed robbery at 7-Eleven | Auburn police blotter

Armed robbery

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King County Crisis Care Levy passing in first election results

If passed, the property tax levy will help fund behavioral health infrastructure in the region.

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Washington’s COVID-19 exposure notification app to end May 11

Washington’s COVID-19 exposure notification app is scheduled to conclude May 11 in tandem with the end of the…

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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How about that King County property tax vote? | Cartoon

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Steven Lightle | Obituary

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Steven Lightle | Obituary

Steven Lightle, 83, of Seattle, Washington, passed away on March 17, 2023 in Manila, Philippines. He was born…

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Armed robbery at Walmart | Auburn police blotter

Assault

In this 2019 file photo: A Kent Police SUV is recovered near Interstate 90 and Highway 18 after a woman reportedly stole the vehicle near Kentridge High School and led police on a pursuit. Officers arrested the woman in the vehicle near I-90 and Highway 18. Nobody was injured during the pursuit. COURTESY PHOTO

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Police poised to regain ability to undertake more pursuits

A bill partially unwinding a 2021 policing reform clears the Legislature. It is headed to Gov. Jay Inslee…

Natalie Johnson | Obituary

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Natalie Johnson | Obituary

Natalie Jude Johnson died on March 26, 2023, at the age of 20. Natalie was born in Renton,…

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Drive-by shooting on 2nd Street | Auburn police blotter

Drive-by shooting