Photo by Haley Ausbun. Girl Scouts from troops 46754, 41126 and 41170 put together 400 sandwhich lunches on Saturday, Nov. 9 as part of Vision House “kids serve” event. The lunches then went to people experiencing homelessness in Seattle via Union Gospel Mission Search and Rescue.
Giving to others

Scouts work to help homeless in Renton, Seattle

Vision House welcomes troop volunteers over the weekend

Turtles tagged with bright swastikas were spotted at Gene Coulon Memorial Park Beach on Tuesday. Courtesy photo Mindy Doty.
Rally Against Hate

Turtles tagged with swastikas prompt rally against hate in Renton

“We hope as a community people will show up and strongly say this isn’t OK.”

Courtesy of Renton Police Department
911 news

Naked man shot by officer in Renton

Police say the man raised a gun at the officer, as well as people in businesses. The incident also shut down an exit on I-405.

911 news

Renton man shot in the face, police investigating

A Renton resident suffered a shotgun wound to the face and is in critical condition, while police are still investigating… Continue reading

Photo by Haley Ausbun. Election Day in Renton, Nov. 5 2019.

The latest in election results

Daily updates for Renton’s races

Public transit changes

2020 brings changes for Renton commuters

Metro, Sound Transit and more are working on updates, new routes

Accessibility tools for low-vision travelers at SEA

We all have tools that help us get through our every day lives more efficiently and easily. Like grocery shopping… Continue reading

Our thoughts

Why we need media literacy classes now, more than ever

Education on how to find authentic, factual information in today’s digital landscape is a must for future generations

Letters to the editor for the week of Nov. 15

Reader’s child enjoys stories about community Dear editor, I just read “It’s more than bagging groceries” in the Renton Reporter Continue reading...

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Courtesy of VFW Post 9430 Left to right: VFW Department of Washington Jr. Vice Commander Chad Hassebroek, Buffalo Soldier, life member of Skyway VFW Post 9430 and current post Guard Clyde Robinson, post Auxiliary President Cheryl Scheeler and post Cmdr. Larry Weldon.
Veterans Day

A humble thank you for a life of honor

Buffalo Soldier presented honor quilt for Veterans Day

The Lindbergh Swim and Dive Team. Photo courtesy of The Korve Family.

Lindbergh swim and dive impress at championship

The team took second and are headed to the state championship meet

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Events near you

Calling all movie buffs

Seattle Film Summit ready for Renton

 

Veterans Day 2019

Renton students honor veterans

Courtesy of Renton School District. Students honored veterans in their lives and all over the country through assemblies held in… Continue reading

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Business

Fake website attempts to lure Renton businesses

A fake business claiming to be a part of the Renton Reporter’s Best of Renton campaign is sending emails to… Continue reading

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Republic Services sanitation workers on strike in Massachusetts. COURTESY PHOTO

No garbage, recycling service in Renton Friday | Update

Pickets set up to support sanitation workers on strike in Massachusetts

 

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Sports
Our students

Hazen High School’s Athlete of the Week – Rae Gerkin

Hazen High School’s Rae Gerking, girls soccer, was chosen as the Renton Reporter’s Athlete of the Week for the week… Continue reading

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Our students

Hazen High School’s Athlete of the Week – Kylie Doan

Hazen High School’s Kylie Doan, swimming, was chosen as the Renton Reporter’s Athlete of the Week for the week of… Continue reading

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Community members who make a difference

It’s more than bagging groceries — it’s changing hearts

Local cashier ‘Bev’ McQueen is a concrete part of Renton’s community

 

Passport Day tomorrow, Oct. 5 | King County

Go to Renton to apply or renew your passport.

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Marketplace

Learn how hands-on help can boost your business

Consultant, management services take the load off small to medium-sized business in Puget Sound

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Bridging the digital divide in Washington

Comcast’s Internet Essentials program has connected nearly 340,000 in Washington State

 

A Day in the Life of an Environmental Intern

Ever wondered what happens during an internship at the Port of Seattle? Continue reading...

 

Ultimate Cruise Job: Lights, Camera, CRUISE

In the past eighteen months, Jesse Kipp’s job has taken him on Continue reading...

 

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Opinion
Gardening column

Container math: Divide your roots to multiply your plants

By the month of November gardeners and gardening goals have moved indoors. Make this the winter you improve your air Continue reading...

 

George Will and ‘conservative sensibilities’

The journalist is a Constitutional Originalist, but the framers’ sole focus wasn’t solely freedom.

 

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Northwest
Vehicles passing through flooded street. File photo

King County Flood Control District to vote on 2020 budget

The budget will fund a variety of programs across the county.

 

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Your local leaders

Dunn, city council discuss state of King County

Affordable housing, light rail and more talked about at meeting

 

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