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Downtown Renton, pictured here on Wells Avenue and 3rd Street with a view of Erasmus the Renton Dragon, was able to thrive during the COVID-19 pandemic thanks to the city’s ordinances and proclamations. Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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COVID-19 ordinances, proclamations expire in Renton

The Renton City Council passed the ordinances over the last two years to support businesses affected by the…

Philip M. Rouse | Obituary

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Philip M. Rouse | Obituary

Born July 2, 1948 to Kenneth and Adele Rouse, Kent, Washington. Phil graduated from Kent-Meridian High School in…

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City of Renton hosts Fall Harvest Food Drive

The City of Renton held its Fall Harvest Food Drive on Saturday, Nov. 12. The drive was in…

Carolyn DeFord. COURTESY PHOTO, Jovelle Tamayo

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Forum spotlights Washington’s missing and murdered Indigenous people

Carolyn DeFord of the Puyallup Tribe spoke about her mother’s 1999 disappearance and what has led to this…

The suspect is still at large, last seen driving this dark blue Ford Mustang convertible with white writing on the lower portion of the windshield. Photo courtesy of Washington State Patrol.

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Child shot in apparent road rage in Renton expected to recover, suspect still at large

The suspect fled the scene of the shooting on Southwest Grady Way, heading towards Carr Street in Renton…

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

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Thank you for your service | Cartoon

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Photo courtesy of the Hitching Rail.
Jim and Lily Carlson, who passed away in 2020, were inspired to start the Hitching Rail Wellness Center Retreat after learning about the benefits of equine therapy.

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Horses don’t judge: The Hitching Rail ranch offers free equine therapy for military veterans

After the death of their nephew, Jim and Lily Carlson dreamed of helping fellow veterans and first responders…

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Diane and Don Gockel (with their dog, Bojangles) moved the Sammamish Animal Sanctuary from Sammamish to Renton in early 2022.

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Sammamish Animal Sanctuary makes Renton the #1 destination for kids, animal-lovers

After moving to Renton in 2022, the non-profit sanctuary has been a popular spot for families.

Leon Allan Cooke | Obituary

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Leon Allan Cooke | Obituary

Leon Allan Cooke went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 25, 2022,…

Julie Anderson, left, and Steve Hobbs, right.

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Steve Hobbs holds early lead in secretary of state race

Election 2022

Courtesy of Kat Lieu 
Chewy Taiwanese Snowflake Crisps

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How to bake Chewy Taiwanese Snowflake Crisps

A recipe from Renton’s own cookbook author Kat Lieu.

John Terry Courtier | Obituary

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John Terry Courtier | Obituary

John Terry Courtier passed away peacefully, early morning on October 2, 2022, he was 81. He passed away…

Philip J. Nangle Jr. | Obituary

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Philip J. Nangle Jr. | Obituary

Philip J. Nangle Jr. 89, passed away on October 17th, 2022, at his home. Born in 1933 in…

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Opinion

Political commercial overload | Cartoon

Cartoon by Frank Shiers

Boutique owner Emily Brooker pictured on Oct. 28. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Business

Esme and Elodie boutique offers plus sizes, crystals and cheeky decor

Owner Emily Brooker’s brick-and-mortar shop has been open for almost a year, but it originally found life online

Moriah Hughes is suing Jehovah’s Witnesses for failing to protect her from Elihu Rodriguez, who pleaded guilty to felony child rape in 2019 and was ordered to serve five years in prison. Hughes had met him at the South Spanish Congregation in Milton, Washington. (Erick Doxey/InvestigateWest)

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How Washington state law lets clergy hide child sexual abuse

By Wilson Criscione, InvestigateWest

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Bob Hodges, Jerry Belur and Ed Barker with Lakeridge staff. Photo courtesy of the Renton Schools Foundation

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Lakeridge alum donate $30,000 to help families, staff

By Pam Teal

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Tawnee Kinnebrew, wearing a jacket she made herself, opened Wyldwood Creative on October 26, 2019.

Business

Wyldwood Creative fabric shop celebrates 3 years in Downtown Renton

Tawnee Kinnebrew’s fabric and craft shop on 3rd Street is the go-to spot for crafty patrons who love…

Photo courtesy of the Renton Schools Foundation

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Boeing donates $250,000 grant to support Renton 9th-graders

By Pam Teal

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Eight short films were screened for the 2022 Renton Film Frenzy at the Renton Civic Center.

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Spotlight Dance Center promo film wins “Best Picture” at Renton Film Frenzy

A week after the 72-hour film challenge, all eight short films were screened at the Renton Civic Center.