Liberty High School students named national merit semi-finalists

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Liberty High School students named national merit semi-finalists

Siri Christopherson, Christina Tuttle and William Wick of Liberty High Schools were named semi-finalists by officials from theNational…

Gear up for end-of-September, fall gardening | THE COMPLEAT HOME GARDENER

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Gear up for end-of-September, fall gardening | THE COMPLEAT HOME GARDENER

The end of September is the time to make plans to protect your plants for the winter.

Local artist creates outdoor gallery

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Local artist creates outdoor gallery

Adrienne La Faye installed the gallery on the alley wall of Smoking Monkey Pizza.

Renton Unity March on Sept. 28

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Renton Unity March on Sept. 28

The march will begin 3 p.m. at Piazza Park.

Local organizations present We are History Keepers workshop

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Local organizations present We are History Keepers workshop

The Greater Kent Historical Society, the Ethnic Heritage Council and the University of Washington Libraries and 4Culture present…

Renton-based sculptor to host artist talk in Newcastle, Bellevue

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Renton-based sculptor to host artist talk in Newcastle, Bellevue

Humaira Abid is leading a discussion on her work that focuses on the theme “Searching for Home.”

Salvation Army now accepting holiday assistance applications

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Salvation Army now accepting holiday assistance applications

Applications can be submitted at The Salvation Army Corps (Church), 720 S Tobin St.

Clothing drive benefiting Kentridge High School swim is Sept. 30

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Clothing drive benefiting Kentridge High School swim is Sept. 30

Donations can be dropped off between 9 a.m. and noon at the school, 12430 SE 208th St, Kent.

Register for PICC’s Walk for the Babies

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Register for PICC’s Walk for the Babies

Pediatric Interim Care Center is seeking participants and donors for its annual Walk for the Babies – a…

Dog paddle with dogs | GALLERY

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Dog paddle with dogs | GALLERY

The Henry Moses Aquatic Center was closed for humans this weekend for the annual Pooch Plunge.

Auditions for “The Twelve Days of Christmas” musical on Sept. 24

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Auditions for “The Twelve Days of Christmas” musical on Sept. 24

Open roles include four men between ages 16 and 60, and one woman between ages 20 and 40.

Hazen High School freshman Lena Hou performs the National Anthem Sept. 7 at the Washington State Fair Rodeo Playoffs. (Courtesy photo)

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Hazen freshman’s dream is to perform anthem for Seahawks

Lena Hou has been performing the National Anthem in front of audiences since she was 9 years old.

Secrets for the lazy gardener | THE COMPLEAT HOME GARDENER

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Secrets for the lazy gardener | THE COMPLEAT HOME GARDENER

The third week of September is the time to fertilize the lawn, buy and plant spring blooming bulbs,…

Renton grad serves on Navy warship

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Renton grad serves on Navy warship

Petty Officer 2nd Class Joshua Apostol, a 2010 Renton High School graduate, is serving in the U.S. Navy…

Evergreen City Ballet to host “Elevate” Oct. 6-7.

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Evergreen City Ballet to host “Elevate” Oct. 6-7.

The show showcases the choreography of ECB’s performance division dancers and faculty.

Renton students named National Merit Scholar semifinalists

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Renton students named National Merit Scholar semifinalists

Hazen High School senior Sarah Hartley and Lindbergh High School senior Ryan Mauery were named 2017 National Merit…

Renton Community Foundation to host a local fundraising day

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Renton Community Foundation to host a local fundraising day

“Under One Roof” community campaign on Sept. 21.

Professional painters and volunteers from Big Change Recovery Homes spent a week painting Angie Keaty’s home a bright green. Keaty is the co-founder of Battlefield Addiction, a local non-profit support group for families of drug addicts. Battlefield Addiction often partners with Big Change Recovery. Photo by Ray Still

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Painting a different picture of battling addiction

Local painting company teaches recovering addicts trade skills; in turn, recoverees gave back to Battlefield Addiction, a local…

Pop-Up Downtown is Sept. 15-17

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Pop-Up Downtown is Sept. 15-17

In its second year, the event will span for three days and will include various local artists, vendors…

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Holiday bazaar fundraiser coming soon

The American Legion Auxiliary Fred Hancock Unit #19 is hosting their fundraiser from Oct. 20 to 21.