Renton girl competing in Miss Teen Seattle pageant

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Iren Gharibyan
Iren Gharibyan of Renton, a student at McKnight Middle School, is participating in the 2012 Miss Teen Seattle pageant competition June 17.

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3:49 PM May 24, 2012 0

Understanding Ellensburg’s Wind

As we move into the late May and June regime of low clouds (a.k.a. June gloom), experienced west side residents know that crossing the Cascades--east of Cle Elum and down into Ellensburg-- can bring welcome sun.  A fancy resort, Suncadia, has been built for sun-starved travelers in Cle Elum, and even more sun can be...

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Blogs 10:04 PM May 24, 2012 Cliff Mass Weather Blog, a Community Blog

WEA gives Rep. Marcie Maxwell its highest honor

State Rep. Marcie Maxwell of Renton received the Washington Education Association’s highest honor last Saturday at the organization’s 2012 Representative Assembly in Spokane.

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3:09 PM May 24, 2012 0

Snowpack, Spring Floods, and Why the Northwest is Better than California

Yes, the weather has turned cool and wet again, with snow falling in the higher passes and upper mountain slopes.  Paradise at Mt. Rainier received ten inches yesterday (see pic). But we have a really good snow pack and lots of water for this summer.   Here is the latest snow pack in terms of percentage of...

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Blogs 9:55 PM May 22, 2012 Cliff Mass Weather Blog, a Community Blog

Hosts needed for ducks in IKEA Renton River Days Duck Hunt III

Duck Hunt III is just a few short weeks away and right now there are ducks looking for a host.

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4:43 PM May 22, 2012 0

Put your best smile, bicep forward for The Bachelor, Bachelorette auditions in Renton

It might take some primping, styling and beefing up, but it could be worth it for some locals if they are selected for future seasons of the ABC television shows, "The Bachelor" and "The Bachelorette."

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4:51 PM May 21, 2012 0

Solar Eclipse from Space

Let me show you something that is pretty amazing.It was cloudy over most of the Northwest and thus we were unable to see the annular solar eclipse from the ground...disappointing!   But if you can't see it from the ground, why not enjoy the view from space?Can you see the eclipse from one of the National...

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Blogs 8:38 PM May 20, 2012 Cliff Mass Weather Blog, a Community Blog

Classic Cars & Pinup Gals Art Show, Call to Artists!

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Blogs 4:05 PM May 19, 2012 Happy Delusions Weblog, a Community Blog

Renton Community Foundation presents scholarships

The Renton Community Foundation handed out scholarships to 14 people Wednesday. As part of this year’s ceremony, a grad student the foundation originally planned to bestow a scholarship on decided they didn’t need the money after having received another generous scholarship.

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updated 3:47 PM May 18, 2012 0

Woodland Dream

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Blogs 12:19 PM May 18, 2012 Happy Delusions Weblog, a Community Blog

Renton Municipal Arts Commission offering funding opportunities

The Renton Municipal Arts Commission (RMAC) is reaching out to the Renton arts and cultural community with two funding opportunities. The Commission is accepting proposals for the 2012 “Make Art Happen in Renton” Small Grant Program, which supports projects that increase opportunities for art and culture activities.

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updated 11:10 AM May 18, 2012 0

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