If you love thrillers, you’ll want to dive into ‘Desolation Mountain’

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If you love thrillers, you’ll want to dive into ‘Desolation Mountain’

The dream is one you’ll never forget.

City of Renton celebrates national day of service

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City of Renton celebrates national day of service

Renton’s day of volunteer mobilization is Sept. 8

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A Fantastic Beasts Celebration on Sept. 1

The following from the King County Library System:

Illustrations by Rob McClurkan

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Dr. Universe tells us if land affects weather

Ask Dr. Universe is a science-education column from Washington State University.

Headliner for Polynesian Festival Bruddah Waltah, who traveled from Hawaii to perform, plays while his wife of 43 years, Thailiana, dances on Saturday Aug. 18.

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Festival showcases Hawaiian culture

Aug. 18 and Aug. 19, with headliner Bruddah Waltah

Measles case in King County resident returning from travel

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Measles case in King County resident returning from travel

Officials have confirmed measles in a King County man who may have exposed others while contagious.

Photos by Haley Ausbun

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Cruzin’ through downtown

The second annual Cruz the Loop event had nearly 1,000 spectators and honored a now-vintage pastime.

8-year-old Marcos is named Chief for a Day

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8-year-old Marcos is named Chief for a Day

Marcos and Renton Police Department attended the Chief for a Day ceremony on Thursday, Aug. 16.

Lane reductions and ramp closures for I-405/SR 167 interchange cancelled this weekend

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Lane reductions and ramp closures for I-405/SR 167 interchange cancelled this weekend

The construction meant to take place Aug. 24 to Aug. 27 has been postponed.

Celebrate your harvest by sharing with others

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Celebrate your harvest by sharing with others

Enjoy the tomatoes, cucumbers, beans and squash that are ready for the table.

Air quality improving across the Puget Sound region

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Air quality improving across the Puget Sound region

Stage 1 burn ban lifted for King, Kitsap, Pierce, and Snohomish counties.

World-wide myths, legends meet teen-friendly narrative

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World-wide myths, legends meet teen-friendly narrative

Your favorite superhero was 10 feet tall.

Vote now for Renton’s cutest pet

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Vote now for Renton’s cutest pet

Voting ends Sept. 6

Illustrations by Rob McClurkan

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Dr. Universe tells us if dinosaurs roared

Ask Dr. Universe is a science-education column from Washington State University.

Wildfire smoke fills the sky Aug. 15 while temperatures remain in the high 80s to low 90s. Photo by Sarah Brenden.

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Air quality alert for Puget Sound region due to wildfire smoke

Poor air quality is expected through Wednesday, Aug. 22.

King County’s South Treatment Plant celebrates prestigious environmental awards

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King County’s South Treatment Plant celebrates prestigious environmental awards

The Renton plant earned a coveted award for perfect compliance with strict environmental permitting.

Photo courtesy of Renton Police Department                                Officers and Firefighters learning the dance moves for the video.

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The time of their lives

Renton police and fire in sync in viral video challenge

Closing night Charlie Brown this Saturday

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Closing night Charlie Brown this Saturday

There will also be alternate parking for “Cruz the Loop” road closures.

Trim hanging baskets, get a bounty of blooms

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Trim hanging baskets, get a bounty of blooms

Petunias, verbenas and begonias, oh my! Time to trim these plants; the reward a bounty of new blooms

Next State Parks ‘free day’ is Aug. 25

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Next State Parks ‘free day’ is Aug. 25

Special day celebrates the National Park System’s 102nd birthday