The tooth fairy gives a high five at the 2024 Renton River Days Parade. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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

SuperHero 5K at Renton Community Center: Leap tall buildings in a single bound at 6 p.m. Sept. 13…

Ben Andrews interviewing Sean Nguyen, while Tommy Heffernan waits for his next question. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Reporter

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The Summit Film Festival 2024’s weekend of creativity in Renton

Renton native Sean Nguyen shares his aspirations to become the first Southeast Asian American to win a Best…

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Kids at a recent Camp Kangaroo in the Baltimore Area.

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Camp Kangaroo hops in to help Renton kids deal with grief

Free camp is intended to help kids learn how to process grief and trauma through activities and group…

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Snoots on the water: Renton Pooch Plunge returns | Photos

An annual event to end the summer season, this year’s Pooch Plunge included sponsors from The Soggy Doggy…

The cast and crew of the short “CHAT” pose after their film’s The Summit screening in Renton.
Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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South King County film festivals look to grow the PNW industry

Outside of Seattle, filmmakers and producers look to enrich the Pacific Northwest film industry, offering festivals and collaborative…

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The annual Pooch Plunge returns this weekend, where dogs of all shapes and sizes get to take a dip at Henry Moses Aquatic Center before it’s closed down for the season. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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

The annual Pooch Plunge returns this weekend.

Annie Boyington with her truffles. Photo courtesy of Annika Hauer

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Renton Farmers Market finds: Ganache truffles and mead

Market runs 3 to 7 p.m. every Tuesday at 233 Burnett Ave. S.

In an effort to strengthen King County’s cultural sector and increasing public access to arts, heritage, science, public art and historic preservation education and experiences, 4Culture and Doors Open will bring funding to local non-profit organizations in 2025 and beyond. Susan Point. “Northwind Fishing Weir Legend”, 1997. Carved and painted cedar with cast concrete. Green River Trail, Tukwila, WA. King County Public Art Collection. Photo: joefreemanjunior.com

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Doors Open brings millions of dollars to arts and cultural organizations throughout King County

With a minimum of 25% of funding to go to areas outside of Seattle, Doors Open will strengthen…

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The SuperHero 5K returns Sept. 13.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Aug. 29 edition

Renton Farmers Market at Piazza Park runs every Tuesday at the same time until Sept. 24.

It’s National Dog Month, especially in Renton. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Aug. 22 edition

Renton Farmers Market at Piazza Park runs every Tuesday at the same time until Sept. 24.

Ben Andrews speaking at The Summit 2022. Photo Courtesy of Ben Andrews

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The Summit Film Festival attempts to bring together creators

Festival founder Ben Andrews said he does this to celebrate creativity in the Northwest.

The Renton Regional Fire Authority had a booth at Renton River Days. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Aug. 15 edition

Renton Farmers Market at Piazza Park runs every Tuesday at the same time until Sept. 24.

Renton Redhawks in the River Days Parade. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Aug. 8 edition

Renton Farmers Market at Piazza Park runs every Tuesday at the same time until Sept. 24.

Renton Arts Commission members, various Renton employees, and a few council members gathered around the renewed streetlight. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Reporter

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Renton brings back a streetlight from the 1970s

“It’s a good reminder that as we continue to grow and develop as a city, our roots are…

Estrella Garcia with King County students at Unleash the Brilliance activities. Courtesy of Terrell Dorsey

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Unleash the Brilliance targets truancy and more in King County

Program helps local youth stay out of trouble.

Scene from the 2024 Renton River Days Parade. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Aug. 1 edition

Renton Farmers Market at Piazza Park runs every Tuesday at the same time until Sept. 24.

Corin Goodwin and Robert Goodwin with their granddaughter as her new ramp gets built. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/Renton Reporter

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Rampathon brings a ramp to a little girl in need

Program is sponsored by the Master Builders Association.

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Rubber ducks fill Cedar River for Renton River Days | Photos

Rubber Ducky Derby was held Sunday, July 28, at the Houser Street Bridge as part of Renton River…

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Singer Marco Cortes entertains, educates children in Renton

Cortes sings in English and Spanish, teaching the youth numbers, colors and much more.

The drones at Gene Coulon Park making an image of Washington. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Mirror

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Renton River Days kicks off with drone show and the Kennydales

Renton kicked off Renton River Days on July 26 with music at Gene Coulon Park and a drone…