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Kayaking kid conquers raging rapids
“Between Two Swims” captures family’s brave adventures on film.
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Construction workers can now earn Central Washington University degree at Renton Technical College
Apprentice-level workers can develop project management skills and use work hours toward degree completion
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Local fundraisers take on new meaning during pandemic
With these hardships have come stories of the power of community crowdfunding in our own backyards.
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Donation brings more internet to Renton students
A $100,000 donation from Amazon will support students as they continue learning from home
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Renton “Loop” with futuristic style on display
Another sculpture project from Western Neon now illuminates downtown
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Free Park Days in 2021 start in January
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will again offer 12 free days next year, in which day-use…
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The Landing still on for the holidays with drive-thru light show
Cars waited patiently Saturday Nov. 21 to cruise through gingerbread men, nutcrackers, and holiday lasers.
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Artists Sunday, following Black Friday, puts out call for participants before Nov. 29
The movement has a website that offers a free directory of artists and art organizations that participate
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Olde Fashioned Halloween Scavenger Hunt kicks off this weekend
Follow the map around downtown to find clues and claim your free goodie bag on Halloween day
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New Skyway Resource Center receives national designation
The center was established with support of Renton Innovation Zone Partnership and the Renton School District
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Author uses experiences as a Renton resident in new book
“Why She Must Lead” advocates for women of color in leadership positions
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Boeing announces $700,000 in grants for West Coast wildfire relief
Washington’s Northwest Harvest food bank will receive $100,000
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Local COVID-19 research study now available in Spanish, seeking volunteers
The study is for adults with high risk of exposure to COVID-19
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Getting crayons to kids runs in the family
Eastside nonprofit Mighty Crayon is relaunched by younger sister of founder, repurposing used restaurant crayons
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Event: Candidate forum coming for District 11 candidates
The virtual forum will be the district’s most accessible yet, according to 11th Legislative District Democrats
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Three drive-in films set for Kent’s ShoWare Center Aug. 12-16
‘The Lion King,’ ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Gremlins’
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Local college students bake for Birthday Dreams
The nonprofit delivers birthday cakes and more to children who are homeless, and the new partnership with RTC…
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Renton moms turn to YouTube during pandemic
Renton Kreations also uses the platform for kids to present book reviews
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2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid | Car review
There’s a reason Honda’s CR-V has been America’s top-selling crossover vehicle over the past 23 years.