Opinion
Responsible, caring teachers remain keepers of the dream | Backstrom
One virtue that separates America from the rest of the world is our commitment to public education for…
News
Good man, good service: Fletcher earns top honor
Jim Fletcher recently received the Optimist Volunteer of the Year award from club president Pamela Schmidt. Fletcher is…
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STUDENTS OF THE MONTH | Jan. 23
Presented by Auburn Noon Lions Club LUCKY BACKUS • School: Washington Elementary • Parents: Nancy and Kemon •…
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Miss Auburn showdown draws talented field of 21 contestants
A field of 21 talented young women will compete for the crown of Miss Auburn next Friday and…
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Teddy Bear Run set for Feb. 8
The 11th annual Teddy Bear Run will take place Sunday, Feb. 8. The ride will begin at 12:30…
Business
Microsoft to lay off 5,000 workers over the next 18 months
Redmond-based Microsoft Corp. eliminated 1,400 jobs Thursday morning, including 872 at its Redmond campus — and there are…
Life
Regional A&E Calendar listings | Jan. 21
Events Sococulture: For information about cultural events throughout South King County, visit www.sococulture.org. Washington Sportsmen’s Show: Through Jan.…
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Auburn calendar of events | Jan. 21
Events Auburn Tourism: For special events in the Auburn area, visit the Web site: www.auburntourism.com. 14th annual Uniquely…
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County keeping close eye on Green River as Hanson Dam assessment continues
King County, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the City of Auburn and other local governments are coordinating…
Sports
Recreation calendar | Jan. 21
BASEBALL LASORDA TO SPEAK AT BCC Baseball Hall of Fame manager Tommy Lasorda will be the keynote speaker…
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Corps evaluating damage to Hanson Dam; no danger posed to valley
The Army Corps of Engineers contacted the City of Auburn with information regarding the ongoing evaluation of damage…
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Garden Calendar | Jan. 21
Events Tacoma Home and Garden Show: Jan. 28-Feb. 1. Features display gardens, deck-construction demonstration, home and garden seminars…
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Work continues on stabilizing Kummer Bridge
Work continues on the Kummer Bridge on State Route 169 after its emergency closure in November due to…
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Candidates for election director face off in forum
Six candidates for King County elections director squared off in a debate last Thursday, vying for the right…
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T-Birds get 6-4 comeback win against Tri-City Americans
The Seattle Thunderbirds rallied back from two three- goal deficits Sunday night to defeat the Tri-City Americans 6-4…
Obituaries
Permilla Dean Ficken
Permilla Dean Ficken Permilla Dean Ficken of Auburn, WA passed away on Friday, January 16, 2009. She was…
News
AYR, EYFS to hold ‘Heart of Our Community’ benefit breakfast Feb. 13
Auburn Youth Resources and Enumclaw Youth & Family Services will host its 18th annual Valentine Breakfast at 7…
Opinion
Seattle’s tunnel will cost us, too | Groshart
We’ve always suspected some elected officials of having tunnel vision. How right we were. The latest example is…
Business
Indicators: Area taking a hit by the recession, but there is some hope
The economy is tough and it will get worse before better — but with hard work and optimism,…