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Kent Mayor Dana Ralph addresses the media.

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Patient flees Kent quarantine facility, hops northbound bus

Man tests negative for virus; city officials upset about county’s security measures at motel-turned-quarantine center | VIDEOS

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe to develop luxury hotel at Auburn casino

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Muckleshoot Indian Tribe to develop luxury hotel at Auburn casino

Opening in 2021, dynamic resort experience to meet guest demand, the tribe says

Parents file suit against Kent School District, board

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Parents file suit against Kent School District, board

Claim mismanagement of school funds, other violations

Call for peace, unity, understanding

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Call for peace, unity, understanding

City, county and state leaders show support of Islam community in wake of massacre at New Zealand mosques

Kent School Board approves plans for independent performance audit of the district

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Kent School Board approves plans for independent performance audit of the district

Audit will look at financial transactions, policies and procedures made during the past six school years

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Kent teachers, district reach agreement; paraeducators up next

School started on time in Kent.

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School board approves rollover, addendum to superintendent’s contract

The Kent School District Board of Directors approved a rollover and addendum to Superintendent Calvin Watts’ contract at…

Tiffany Nguyen, 17, left, of Kent, laughs with Tiffany Jinks, 16, of Tacoma, as she attempts to grab candy with an alligator clamp while learning about laparoscopic surgery last week during Nurse Camp at Tacoma General Hospital. Photo by Patrick Hagerty

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Getting a hands-on opportunity, a real-life look

MultiCare’s annual Nurse Camp inspires future medical professionals

The crowd listens in and looks on as Kentridge senior-to-be Adrian Tirtu, the ASB president, talks about Eric Anderson, the school’s longtime athletic director who passed away at age 57. MARK KLAAS, Kent Reporter

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Kentridge athletic director unexpectedly passes away at age 57

Eric Anderson remembered as a tireless worker, everyone’s friend, a leader who brought out the best in students

Remembering the fallen, honoring those who serve in harm’s way

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Remembering the fallen, honoring those who serve in harm’s way

Hundreds gather to pay tribute to military men and women of today and yesterday at Tahoma National Cemetery

Renton youngsters get their turn in the fast lane

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Renton youngsters get their turn in the fast lane

Boys, girls race responsibly through Junior Dragster program; teams come out to honor Mark Lyle, beloved NHRA chief…

City leaders joined Dick’s Drive-In owners, employees and customers, and Cool Bird, the Seattle Thunderbirds’ mascot, for an official groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday for the new restaurant off Pacific Highway South on Kent’s West Hill. Story, page 2. MARK KLAAS, Kent Reporter

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Ground breaks for new Dick’s Drive-In in Kent

Popular family-owned burger joint expected to open in October on West Hill.

Seattle Seahawks safety fields question at inaugural answers for Elders’ 12 Days of Goodness

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Seattle Seahawks safety fields question at inaugural answers for Elders’ 12 Days of Goodness

Jordan Babineaux fielded questions at Kent Senior Activity Center Dec. 12.

Stacy Edwards runs the GYMGUYZ, a mobile personal training company that brings equipment, trainers and workouts to homes and businesses in the local area. MARK KLAAS, Auburn Reporter

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Mobile gym brings working out to you

GYMGUYZ brings equipment,trainers and workouts to homes and businesses in the local area.

Fab four: Kentridge seniors sign to play ball

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Fab four: Kentridge seniors sign to play ball

Four Kentridge High senior standouts signed letters of intent to play collegiate sports on Nov. 8.

Gov. Jay Inslee talks to a Green River College student during his visit to the Auburn campus last week to discuss climate change. MARK KLAAS, Kent Reporter

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Inslee vows to win fight for climate

Governor visits Green River College in town hall to address state’s environmental concerns

Mayor Suzette Cooke joins Cool Bird, the Seattle Thunderbirds’ mascot, in celebrating the announcement that Dick’s Drive-In is coming to Kent’s West Hill on Highway 99. COURTESY PHOTO, Dick’s Drive-In

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Newest Dick’s Drive-In coming to Kent

Iconic hamburger chain announced its seventh location – Highway 99, next to Highline College

Rep. Dave Reichert. REPORTER FILE PHOTO

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Reichert announces he will not run in 2018

Seven-term Congressman to step away, devote more time to family

Tougher laws: Distracted drivers getting more attention

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Tougher laws: Distracted drivers getting more attention

Distracted driving laws take effect starting July 23.

Sikh community embraces Khalsa Day Celebration and Parade

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Sikh community embraces Khalsa Day Celebration and Parade

The area’s large Sikh community converged in Kent on Sunday to celebrate the 10th annual Khalsa Day –…