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Chinese Lion Dancers impress at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Sunflower Cafe in Fairwood. (Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing)

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Renton’s top stories of 2023

Year in review includes stories and photos found in the Renton Reporter.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing The Newcastle Police Department won Holiday Spirit Award for their “Buddy the Elf” display at this year’s Battle of the Badges.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Dec. 21 edition

Lots of holiday happenings this month in Renton. And are you ready for the Polar Bear Plunge?

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Weatherly Inn Renton hosts Merry Market

Event was Dec. 7.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing Renton’s Illuminations continue at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park until Monday, Jan. 1.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Dec. 14 edition

Lots of holiday happenings this month in Renton. And are you ready for the Polar Bear Plunge?

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing Renton’s Illuminations continue at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park until Monday, Jan. 1.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Dec. 7 edition

Lots of holiday happenings this month in Renton.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing Renton’s Illuminations return to Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park on Dec. 1.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Nov. 30 edition

Dec. 1

A group of volunteers gathering signatures at the Landing Shopping Centre. (Photo courtesy of Raise the Wage Renton)

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City calls for volunteer input on minimum wage increase

Deadline for volunteers to submit their application is 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 29.

Don’t let her horns scare you off - Frilly the cow at Sammamish Animal Sanctuary loves a good head scratch. After moving to Renton in 2022, the nonprofit sanctuary has been a popular spot for families. For more information, visit SammamishAnimalSanctuary.com. (Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing)

Life

What’s going on around Renton? | Thanksgiving edition

Also: Don’t miss Small Business Saturday on Nov. 25.

The 2023 K9 Candy Cane 5K Fun Run and Walk will be on Sunday, Dec. 3. (Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing)

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What’s going on around Renton? | Nov. 16 edition

Nov. 17-18

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Sports

Renton Reporter Athlete of the Week: Grace Martret

Martret is a three-year varsity letter winner and named First Team All KingCo

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Sports

Renton Reporter Athlete of the Week: Calvin Cakarnis

Cakarnis played one under par for the season and was named KingCo Golfer of the Year

Fairwood Library (Courtesy of KCLS)

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Fairwood Library fully reopens after vandalism and theft

King County Library System says the library will resume normal hours on Nov. 5.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing Woof-Woof Wonder Woman wows at Renton’s Superhero 5k run. This year’s 5K fun run and walk will begin at 9:15 a.m. Dec. 3 at the Renton Community Center.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Nov. 9 edition

Nov. 9

KingCon is coming to the Renton Pavilion Event Center. (Screenshot from KingConNW.com)

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What’s going on around Renton? | Oct. 26 edition

Don’t miss Halloween-themed events and more.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing: Spooky-themed cake pops at Olde Halloween Party in Renton.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Oct. 19 edition

Oct. 19

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing A costumed family receives treats at Renton’s 2022 Truck or Treat event.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Oct. 12 edition

Truck or Treat Halloween Drive Thru at Renton Community Center: An alternative to regular trick-or-treating, this event will…

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Sports

Male Athlete of the Week: Jaxson Thoreson

Thoreson ran for 141 yards and three touchdown in the Patriots win over Newport.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing Olde Fashioned Halloween Party at Gateway Park on Oct. 28 will include a costume contest for those on four legs as well as two.

Life

What’s going on around Renton? | Oct. 5 edition

Mark your calendars for KingCon, Truck or Treat Halloween Drive Thru and more.

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Sports

Renton Reporter Male Athlete of the Week: Patrick Turner

Turner has a strong passion for football and can compete with the best.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing Frankenstein directs drivers during the 2022 Truck or Treat event.

Life

What’s going on around Renton? | Sept. 28 edition

Mark your calendars for Renton downtown cleanup, Truck or Treat Halloween Drive Thru and more.