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Valley SWAT arrests Renton man over gunfire

On Feb. 8, Renton Police responded to reports of gunfire from a home in the Highlands.

Samuel Martinez Santamaria (right) was one of the first patients to receive treatment at the new Cancer Center. He was attended by Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Leigha Baker (left) and supported by his husband Alex Shockey (center), who is also a Valley Medical Center employee. Photo courtesy of Valley Medical Center.

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Cancer Center is open and ready to serve South King County

Cancer patients can now receive treatment at the Valley Medical Center in Renton.

John Houston, Jerry Evans and Shailene Houston speak to the Senate Law & Justice committee on Jan. 23 about the Houston Eminent Domain Fairness Act. Screenshot from TVW.org.

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Renton family’s fight for land justice continues with new bill

SB 5142 would protect property owners whose land is acquired by school districts via eminent domain.

A mobile center from Bloodworks Northwest takes blood from Enumclaw resident Andy Bremmeyer, pictured in this 2019 photo. Sound Publishing file photo

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WA residents urged to donate blood due to ‘code red’ low levels

Four consecutive days of emergency low blood supplies has led to shortages needed for transfusions and treatment.

Lori Bender was the owner of Shakey’s in Fairwood for nine years. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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End of a pepperoni era: The Fairwood Shakey’s closes

Due to a delay in product deliver, Shakey’s fans were given one more day to say goodbye to…

Fifty protesters held up a variety of signs at the Renton location for the Jan. 18, 2024 Women’s March and People’s March. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Renton hosts south KC march for reproductive rights and more

During the numerous Women’s March and People’s March over the weekend, a group of protesters rang bells and…

Kaia Tomokiyo Anderson of Sartori Elementary School to receive Presidential Award. Courtesy of Renton School District.

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Sartori teacher to recieve Presidential award

As part of the award, Sartori Elementary School STEM teacher Kaia Anderson will recieve $10,000.

A candlelight vigil was held for Jonathan Gant at Dimmitt Middle School on Saturday, Jan. 11. Courtesy photo.

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Community rallies around local man who died in Philippines

“Hands around the world were reaching to find any kind of help for him.”

Looking out over Cell 8 during the fall 2024 public tour of the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Where will all the waste go? King County’s only landfill expected to be completely full by 2040

Cedar Hills Regional Landfill receives about 1 million tons of waste a year.

Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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2025 Polar Bear Plunge: This time, it’s OK to double dip

Check out photos from the plunge.

Kai Powers and Izzy Teal get a good row in on a cold December afternoon. Rowing works up a sweat so it’s best to dress in layers. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Renton Rowing Center offers aquatic teamwork on Lake Washington

The club offers memberships, discounts, punch cards and a four-week rowing course for anyone joining that club that…

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Education leaders to meet with legislators for school funding crisis town hall

On Jan. 8, education leaders and PTAs from Renton, Mercer Island, Bellevue, Issaquah and Lake Washington will discuss…

Photo courtesy of Soak & Sage.

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Take the (hot or cold) plunge at Soak & Sage

A spa that offers massages, facials, hot soaks, cold plunges and even a sweat lodge: “It’s social, so…

Mount Rainier National Park has around 2 million visitors a year. Image courtesy the National Park Service

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The mountain is out and it tells cold deadly tales

Data shows that since 2007, Mount Rainier has become the second most dangerous National Park in the winter.

The Kent Police Department went all out with their “Moana” themed display - even Maui showed up. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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The Hogwarts Express pulls into Battle of the Badges | Photos

The 2024 Battle of the Badges took over the Renton Technical College on Dec. 14.

Duck the labrador-shepherd mix gets the first whiff of his new owners. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Finding a forever home for the paw-lidays

Renton Animal Control partnered with Eastside Veterinary Associates for a special pet adoption event.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Elf Academy cadets earn their jingle bells | Photos

The annual Elf Academy let’s local kids get their holiday spirit on with fun games, dancing and crafts.

Courtesy of the Grand Kyiv Ballet.

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Ukraine’s most prestigious dancers bring ‘The Nutcracker’ to South King County

On Sunday, Dec. 22, the Grand Kyiv Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” will showcase the most prestigious ballet dancers from…

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7 arrested in child sex trafficking operation

In a two-day operation in September, police arrested seven men looking to purchase sex from minors, including a…

Four of the seven freezers at the Renton Chamber are currently being used by the Salvation Army Renton while their freezer is being repaired. Photo courtesy of the Renton Chamber of Commerce.

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Renton Chamber’s freezers save thousands of pounds of donated food

Originally provided for local restaurants affected by the bomb cyclone power outages, the freezers are currently being utilized…