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Rubber ducks filled the Cedar River for Renton River Days on Sunday. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
Rubber ducks will fill the Cedar River for Renton River Days on Sunday, July 26.

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

July 16

Marianne Binetti, “The Compleat Home Gardener”

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Tips and tricks for draught-resistant gardens | The Compleat Home Gardener

Want to save on your water bill? Try some of these perennials and groundcovers.

Debbie Natelson watch Paul blow out his birth candles in front of Liberty Cafe. Photo provided by Support Liberty Cafe and Debbie in Renton GoFundMe Fundraiser

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Community rallies around Liberty Cafe owner

A GoFundMe has been started on behalf of the coffee shop owner, whose husband has entered hospice care.

Guests got to hold fins and jaws of thresher and sixgill sharks. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Shark in the Park celebrates local sixgills

The 2nd annual Shark in the Park community festival took place over the weekend in Des Moines, complete…

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Alexander’s Castle, the oldest building on the Fort Warden grounds, is now available for rent. It was built in 1883 by a local minister for a prospective bride.

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March on down to Fort Worden for great camping | Hiking the Evergreen State

The 434-acre park offers the best of forest and beach.

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Fans squeeze in at Legacy Square.

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What’s going on around Renton? | July 9 edition

July 10

Marianne Binetti, “The Compleat Home Gardn

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July is all about red, white, and bloom – so don’t forget to fertilize | The Complete Home Gardener

But don’t fertilize your lawn before leaving on vacation.

The Paradise Inn and Mount Rainier viewed from the Paradise Valley Road on June 12. Photo courtesy NPS

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Planning an Independence Day trip to Rainier? Here are some tips

The National Park is fee-free July 3 - 5.

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Check out the gorgeous cars at Cruz the Loop on July 11.

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What’s going on around Renton? | July 2 edition

June 27

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Don’t miss the chance to watch the World Cup at Legacy Square.

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What’s going on around Renton? | June 25 edition

June 25

Marianne Binetti, “The Compleat Home Gardener”

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Discounts and a deciduous disaster | The Compleat Home Gardener

Also, tips on gravel gardens for a lower water bill.

Swimming and floating the Cedar River are popular summer activities in Renton.

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Renton is your water destination for the summer

Summer is here and so is the heat, but what are some of the best ways to get…

Marianne Binetti, “The Compleat Home Gardener”

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Fertilize fast or fertilize slow? The pros and cons | The Compleat Home Gardener

Also, some tips for keeping pesky voles and crows away from your seeds.

Renton City Councilmember Ed Prince, Mayor Armando Pavone, Councilmembers Valerie O’Halloran, Kim-Khánh Văn, Ruth Pérez and Carmen Rivera hold up the Juneteenth flag at the city’s inaugural Juneteenth flag raising on Wednesday, June 18. Courtesy photo.
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Renton City Councilmember Ed Prince, Mayor Armando Pavone, Councilmembers Valerie O’Halloran, Kim-Khánh V<strong>ă</strong>n, Ruth Pérez and Carmen Rivera hold up the Juneteenth flag at the city’s inaugural Juneteenth flag raising on June 18, 2026. This year’s Juneteenth flag raising will be at 3 p.m. on Thursday, June 18.

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What’s going on around Renton? | June 18 edition

June 5-21

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Along with produce, drinks, art and ready-to-eat food, the Renton Farmers Market offers cut flowers.

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What’s going on around Renton? | June 11 edition

June 5-21

Ren helps Willard learn how to dance in “Footloose” the musical, playing at the Renton Civic Theatre until June 21. Photo courtesy of the Renton Civic Theatre.

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Lose your blues at Renton Civic Theatre’s ‘Footloose’

A few left feet maybe, but RCT’s musical version of “Footloose” is rock n’ roll rollick to kick…

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Legacy Park kicks off Saturday, June 6, at 1 p.m.

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What’s going on around Renton? | June 4 edition

June 5

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Renton’s 2026 graduating seniors will grab their diplomas on June 10, 11 and 15 this year.

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Who, where, when, how: Live stream Renton graduations

Renton’s graduating class of 2026 includes students from five high schools held in two school districts, and graduations…

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The Fairwood Market Night features local vendors, including Macadons.

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What’s going on around Renton? | May 28 edition

June 2

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The Fairwood Market Night features local vendors, including Macadons.

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What’s going on around Renton? | May 21 edition

May 21