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    Articles by Leah Abraham
    Helga Jaques sent us a picture of her lush backyard
    Cloudy with a chance of showers | WEEKEND...
    By Leah Abraham • May 19, 2016 7:00 pm

    The National Weather Service is calling for a cloudy Saturday with a 40 percent chance of showers. High of 64 and low around 51.

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    Long Tran
    ‘Trapped’ chronicles journey of transgender Renton woman
    By Leah Abraham • May 19, 2016 4:42 pm

    Renton filmmaker Long Tran’s documentary about his former classmate at Renton High School to be shown as part of SIFF this year.

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    Abyssinia Hair & Beauty Clinic
    Immigrant’s salon caters to every kind of hair
    By Leah Abraham • May 16, 2016 6:18 pm

    The name “Abyssinia” refers the Ethiopian empire that covered the northern half of Ethiopia till 1974. Even though Taffese is a Kenyan native, she named her salon in honor of her Ethiopian roots.

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    Senior Cameron Barnes introduced Project UNIFY to Hazen High School to help “bridge the gap between special education and general education students.”
    Hazen senior advocates for inclusion of special needs...
    By Leah Abraham • May 16, 2016 9:15 pm

    Project UNIFY is an umbrella program under the Special Olympics and is, according to the website, “an education- and sports-based strategy… that increases athletic and leadership opportunities for students with and without intellectual disabilities, while creating communities of acceptance for all.”

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    The Owl Project
    Ceramic mural project designed to highlight Renton’s diversity
    By Leah Abraham • May 13, 2016 2:47 pm

    The project aims to get all elementary students in the district, including students from Renton Academy and the H.O.M.E. home school program — which adds up to nearly 7,780 students — to utilize the school district’s multiple kilns to create ceramic mosiac owl murals in public spaces.

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    The Owl Project
    Ceramic mural project designed to highlight Renton’s diversity
    By Leah Abraham • May 13, 2016 2:47 pm

    The project aims to get all elementary students in the district, including students from Renton Academy and the H.O.M.E. home school program — which adds up to nearly 7,780 students — to utilize the school district’s multiple kilns to create ceramic mosiac owl murals in public spaces.

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    Teens enjoy a game of hoops at Liberty Park last weekend.
    Cloudy weekend ahead | WEEKEND WEATHER
    By Leah Abraham • May 12, 2016 2:21 pm

    The National Weather Service is calling for a cloudy Saturday, with a high near 72 and a low around 54.

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    Nelsen Middle School students had chance last week to see if they had what it takes to be a firefighter.
    Nelsen Middle School students take Junior Firefighter Challenge...
    By Leah Abraham • May 11, 2016 7:33 pm

    The course is designed to not only promote physical fitness, but also give students a taste of what it’s like to be a firefighter.

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    Renton Christian School's spring musical
    Renton Christian School brings the magic on stage...
    By Leah Abraham • May 6, 2016 3:06 pm

    Many eighth graders will have their final bow at Renton Christian School’s spring musical “Cinderella.”

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    Jeff Bates
    Program encourages father involvement in schools
    By Leah Abraham • May 6, 2016 2:52 pm

    Benson Hill Elementary School is one of the eight schools in the district who have started the WATCH D.O.G.S., a national program that aims to provide positive male role models to students.

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    Jeff Bates
    Program encourages father involvement in schools
    By Leah Abraham • May 6, 2016 2:52 pm

    Benson Hill Elementary School is one of the eight schools in the district who have started the WATCH D.O.G.S., a national program that aims to provide positive male role models to students.

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    Gordon Steklenburg snaps a close-up of his azaleas that are in full bloom. Flowers with bright
    Sunny weekend ahead | WEEKEND WEATHER
    By Leah Abraham • May 6, 2016 2:45 pm

    The National Weather Service is calling for a sunny Saturday, with a high near 76 ad low around 52.

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    Volunteers pose with Mayor Denis Law during the ceremony.
    New garden grows in former crime area
    By Leah Abraham • May 6, 2016 2:37 pm

    Earlington Hill resident, along with Sustainable Renton, is en route to starting a community garden in response to high criminal activity in the area.

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    Want to spruce up your spring garden look? Consider adding a porcelain critter or two. Kids are sure to be delighted when they find these friends hidden in your garden!
    Sunnier days ahead | WEEKEND WEATHER
    By Leah Abraham • April 29, 2016 3:16 pm

    The National Weather Service is calling for a mostly sunny Saturday, with a high near 67 and a low around 47.

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    Virtuoso Quinton Morris
    Acclaimed violinist says his roots are still in...
    By Leah Abraham • April 29, 2016 1:43 pm

    This Renton High School graduate is currently on his world tour.

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    City of Renton hosted a night of entertainment and dinner to honor their volunteers on April 21. The country-themed event included BBQ buffet
    Volunteer Appreciation Dinner | SLIDESHOW
    By Leah Abraham • April 26, 2016 5:56 pm

    City of Renton honored their 5,000+ volunteers on April 21 with a country-themed event, complete with BBQ dinner and country western dance performance.

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    Annual CROP Hunger Walk this Sunday
    Annual CROP Hunger Walk this Sunday
    By Leah Abraham • April 25, 2016 6:41 pm

    The 33rd CROP Hunger Walk is Sunday, May 1 at Liberty Park.

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    Birthday Dreams hosted Kids Ninja Warrior Challenge at Hazen High School last weekend.
    Kids Ninja Warrior Challenge | SLIDESHOW
    By Leah Abraham • April 25, 2016 2:03 pm

    Birthday Dreams hosted the Kids Ninja Warrior Challenge last weekend, the ultimate 2-day event for kids based on the TV show American Ninja Warrior.

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    Ingrid Lyne
    Take precautions when meeting people online
    By Leah Abraham • April 22, 2016 2:56 pm

    Ingrid Lyne’s story is a cautionary tale, one that reminds us that, while popular, online dating can be dangerous.

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    Sherry Jensen started attending the senior center three years ago
    Senior center becomes ‘therapy’ for widow
    By Leah Abraham • April 22, 2016 2:40 pm

    When Sherry Jensen lost her husband, she found healing and community at the senior center.

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