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    Articles by Mark Klaas
    Kent Mayor Dana Ralph addresses the media.
    Patient flees Kent quarantine facility, hops northbound bus
    By Mark Klaas • March 13, 2020 2:30 pm

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

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    Muckleshoot Indian Tribe to develop luxury hotel at Auburn casino
    Muckleshoot Indian Tribe to develop luxury hotel at...
    By Mark Klaas • May 3, 2019 11:30 am

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

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    Parents file suit against Kent School District, board
    Parents file suit against Kent School District, board
    By Mark Klaas • April 4, 2019 11:46 am

    Claim mismanagement of school funds, other violations

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    Call for peace, unity, understanding
    Call for peace, unity, understanding
    By Mark Klaas • April 1, 2019 4:17 pm

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

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    Kent School Board approves plans for independent performance audit of the district
    Kent School Board approves plans for independent performance...
    By Mark Klaas • December 20, 2018 3:34 am

    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
    Kent teachers, district reach agreement; paraeducators up next
    By Mark Klaas • September 7, 2018 1:30 am

    School started on time in Kent.

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    School board approves rollover, addendum to superintendent’s contract
    School board approves rollover, addendum to superintendent’s contract
    By Mark Klaas • August 31, 2018 8:30 am

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

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    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
    Getting a hands-on opportunity, a real-life look
    By Mark Klaas • July 20, 2018 1:30 am

    MultiCare’s annual Nurse Camp inspires future medical professionals

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    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
    Kentridge athletic director unexpectedly passes away at age...
    By Mark Klaas • July 10, 2018 11:24 am

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

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    Remembering the fallen, honoring those who serve in harm’s way
    Remembering the fallen, honoring those who serve in...
    By Mark Klaas • May 29, 2018 2:58 pm

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

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    Renton youngsters get their turn in the fast lane
    Renton youngsters get their turn in the fast...
    By Mark Klaas • May 21, 2018 8:00 am

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

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    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
    Ground breaks for new Dick’s Drive-In in Kent
    By Mark Klaas • April 6, 2018 3:16 pm

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

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    Seattle Seahawks safety fields question at inaugural answers for Elders’ 12 Days of Goodness
    Seattle Seahawks safety fields question at inaugural answers...
    By Mark Klaas • December 14, 2017 2:26 pm

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

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    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
    Mobile gym brings working out to you
    By Mark Klaas • December 6, 2017 2:47 pm

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

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    Fab four: Kentridge seniors sign to play ball
    Fab four: Kentridge seniors sign to play ball
    By Mark Klaas • November 17, 2017 3:32 pm

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

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    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
    Inslee vows to win fight for climate
    By Mark Klaas • October 22, 2017 8:00 am

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

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    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
    Newest Dick’s Drive-In coming to Kent
    By Mark Klaas • September 7, 2017 1:09 pm

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

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    Rep. Dave Reichert. REPORTER FILE PHOTO
    Reichert announces he will not run in 2018
    By Mark Klaas • September 6, 2017 3:50 pm

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

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    Tougher laws: Distracted drivers getting more attention
    Tougher laws: Distracted drivers getting more attention
    By Mark Klaas • July 8, 2017 8:00 am

    Distracted driving laws take effect starting July 23.

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    Sikh community embraces Khalsa Day Celebration and Parade
    Sikh community embraces Khalsa Day Celebration and Parade
    By Mark Klaas • May 26, 2017 11:25 am

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

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    Boeing Employees Tennis Center hosted a two day camp | GALLERY
    Boeing Employees Tennis Center hosted a two day...
    By Mark Klaas • May 6, 2017 8:00 am

    Between lobs and volleys, there were smiles and hugs.

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    ‘We are better than fear’
    ‘We are better than fear’
    By Mark Klaas • April 15, 2017 8:00 am

    Gov. Inslee, interfaith community gather to find ways to address hate crimes

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    Hate crime forum brings many together
    Hate crime forum brings many together
    By Mark Klaas • April 13, 2017 7:00 am

    Public forum about hate crimes was held April 8 at Khasla Gurmat Center in Renton.

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