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Federal Way man sentenced to ten years in prison.

A lengthy wire-tap investigation uncovered a wide-ranging drug distribution network that had been involved in Seattle’s International District…

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Business

WinCo is officially open in Renton

“Today’s the day! Today’s the day!” excited WinCo shoppers said while waiting outside the store early Monday morning,…

Gene Coulon is closed for swimming due to high levels of bacteria in the water. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Gene Coulon Beach closes for 5th time this year | July 30

Another week, another announcement that Gene Coulon Memorial Beach is unsafe for swimmers.

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Fatal collision on NB I-5 near Federal Way

Northbound I-5 was closed for four hours near SR-161 following a fatal collision on Tuesday morning.

Gene Coulon Memorial Park Beach, July 2018. Reporter file photo
Gene Coulon Memorial Park Beach, July 2018. Reporter file photo

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Gene Coulon Beach reopens for swimming | July 22

Those seeking respite from this week’s high temperatures, rejoice: Gene Coulon Memorial Beach in Renton has re-opened for…

The Renton Reporter was given a tour of the new WinCo one week ahead of its Aug. 3 grand opening. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Business

New Renton WinCo to open first week of August

Initially set to open in late summer to early fall, the store’s official opening day is much sooner.

Gene Coulon is closed for swimming due to high levels of bacteria in the water. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Gene Coulon Beach closes for 4th time this year | July 13

Despite Renton River Days being right around the corner, the county has announced that Gene Coulon Beach is…

Guests got to hold fins and jaws of thresher and sixgill sharks. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Life

Shark in the Park celebrates local sixgills

The 2nd annual Shark in the Park community festival took place over the weekend in Des Moines, complete…

Federal Way Council president Susan Honda talks about the moratorium on data centers in the city. Screenshot from @FWYoutube.

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Federal Way passes 1-year moratorium on data centers

Federal Way joins Seattle, Burien and other Washington cities, which have passed similar moratoriums.

Big Chicken staff were beyond excited to meet the Big Aristotle, DJ Diesel himself, Shaq. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Business

Shaquille O’Neal visits Big Chicken in Renton

With a line that extended around part of the Landing, fans from all walks of life waited for…

Swimming and floating the Cedar River are popular summer activities in Renton.

Life

Renton is your water destination for the summer

Summer is here and so is the heat, but what are some of the best ways to get…

Gene Coulon is closed for swimming due to high levels of bacteria in the water. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Gene Coulon Beach closes for third time this year | June 15

While a local swimming beach sounds like a great way to beat the summer heat, the county has…

The Washington State Park specialty license plate helps fund state park programming. Image courtesy of Washington State Parks.

Northwest

Support WA State Parks with specialty license plates

Funds from these plates, which depict a waterfall and a mountain range, help go towards park programming.

"Powwow People" directed by Sky Hopinka (Ho-Chunk Nation/Pechanga Band of LuiseƱo Indians) shows the energy and togetherness that permeates throughout a midsummer powwow at Daybreak Star in Seattle. Image courtesy of SIFF.

Northwest

SIFF Reviews: “Are You Native?” “Powwow People”

When it comes to curating and programming — choosing which films get put into a certain category or…

Ren helps Willard learn how to dance in “Footloose” the musical, playing at the Renton Civic Theatre until June 21. Photo courtesy of the Renton Civic Theatre.

Life

Lose your blues at Renton Civic Theatre’s ‘Footloose’

A few left feet maybe, but RCT’s musical version of “Footloose” is rock n’ roll rollick to kick…

Brave swimmers jump into cold waters at Gene Coulon Memorial Park at a past Polar Plunge event. As of June 1, it is safe to swim in the water at this local swimming beach. Photo courtesy of the City of Renton

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Gene Coulon Beach opens for swimming | June 1

Gene Coulon Memorial Beach in Renton has re-opened for swimming.

The new WinCo in Renton is scheduled to open in the late summer or early fall. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Business

Digital job fair for new Renton WinCo closes June 19

The store is set to open in late summer/early fall and will announce an official opening day two…

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Renton’s 2026 graduating seniors will grab their diplomas on June 10, 11 and 15 this year.

Life

Who, where, when, how: Live stream Renton graduations

Renton’s graduating class of 2026 includes students from five high schools held in two school districts, and graduations…

Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Psych! Gene Coulon Beach is closed again to swimming | May 26

Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, the county declares Gene Coulon…

The Cedar River at the Renton Library on Thursday morning, Dec. 11, 2025. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Apply for federal flood assistance funds by June 10

Affected by the December floods? June 10 is the deadline to apply for federal assistance programs Federal Emergency…