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Washington’s drug laws need revision for community’s sake | Renton police chief

By Chief Jon Schuldt

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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Magic at the Washington State Supreme Court | Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Cartoon by Frank Shiers: “On March 24, the state Supreme Court ruled that the capital gains tax was…

Mayor Armondo Pavone spoke about the city’s many accomplishments, including Renton’s Main Street designation, during his recent State of the City address. Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Renton State of the City address focuses on economic growth, public safety

Mayor Armondo Pavone spoke about Renton’s position as a boon for economic success and the city’s stance on…

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Skilled worker shortage could derail electrification goals | Brunell

In the race to “electrify everything,” there are glitches that may derail the plan over the next 20…

The Hudson family in 1995. Photo courtesy of Bruce Hudson.

Business

Renton’s Hudson Portrait Studio celebrates 41 years, thanks to strong relationships

“I am the family photographer.”

Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo

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Schools, housing, salaries score big in Senate Dems $70B budget

The proposed spending plan also spends money to fight climate change, help abortion providers and study police pursuits

Glenda Loewenhagen | Obituary

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Glenda Loewenhagen | Obituary

Glenda Ray Loewenhagen, born 23 April 1945, Gooding, Idaho, passed away on 1 March 2023.

Severe kidney problems brought on by lupus have done nothing to slow down Renton teacher Cathy Guy. (Courtesy photo)

Life

Celebrating the gift of life during National Kidney Month

By Steve Winter and Cynthia Flash

Downtown Renton, pictured here on Wells Avenue and 3rd Street with a view of Erasmus the Renton Dragon. File photo

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What’s going on around Renton? | Events calendar

Saturday, March 25

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New forecast show state revenues won’t be quite as robust as expected

Democratic budget writers say they will be cautious but able to fund their priorities. Senate put out a…

The truck was in the parking lot near the Maple Valley Eye Care Center before crashing into the building. Photo courtesy of Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority.

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No injuries after dumptuck crashes into Maple Valley business

Four employees of the Maple Valley Eye Care Center were inside the building when the crash happened.

A statue of Jimi Hendrix’s famous Fender Stratocaster at the Rock n’ Roll legend’s memorial in Renton. Bailey Jo Josie / Renton Reporter

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What’s going on around Renton? | March 16 edition

Thursday, March 16

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Opinion

Guest column: Make SR 169 better for salmon — and people

By Rowland Martin, For the Reporter

Guitar and music shops from all over Western Washington sold their instruments, amplifiers and guitar accessories at the Saturday show. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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No need to fret, the SeaTac Guitar Show is back

The 32nd Annual Seattle Tacoma Guitar Show brought guitar players and musicians from all over the region to…

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Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia.

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Push to lower legal limit to 0.05 for driving drunk falls short

OLYMPIA — An effort to lower the legal limit for driving drunk has come up short.

Even in retirement, Fred Martichuski still makes time to visit Vince’s on Sunset. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Business

‘I love making the pizzas,’ says retiring Renton restaurant owner

Fred Martichuski, 70, has been making pizza and fine Italian food for over half a century - and…

The City of Renton is asking for comments on municipal plans for Stormwater Management and electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Comments for the Stormwater Plan are due by March 15. Image courtesy of the City of Renton

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City seeks public comments for stormwater, electric vehicle charging stations

Public comment for the 2023 Stormwater Management Program Plan are due by March 15.

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Vote for Best of Renton 2023

Finalist round of voting ends April 4.

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Renton School Board recognizes ‘outstanding’ district staff members

Several teachers and support staff were awarded during the March 8 School Board meeting.

Gov. Jay Inslee, left, with First Lady Trudi Inslee at a press conference advocating for laws to prevent gun violence. (Provided by the Washington State Governors’ Office)

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House Democrats push Washington closer to assault weapons ban

Their bill outlawing the manufacture and sale of certain guns passed the state House. No Republican voted for…