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Meet Renton High School’s new school resource officer

“When these kids know that we care, that people care about them, they want to do better,” said…

Vision House Executive Director Derek Sciba talks about the work Vision House does to help unhoused families in Renton and King County. Sciba was the guest speaker at the first Renton Reporter Read-All-About-It on Monday, Sept. 23. Hosted at Berliner Pub in downtown Renton, the event allowed local readers to meet and chat with Renton Reporter staff while enjoying some food and drink. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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What’s going on around Renton? | Sept. 26 edition

Don’t miss the International Food Truck Festival on Sept. 28.

Peppers and lettuce in the garden. Photo courtesy Hannah Flory

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Sustainable Renton focuses on sustainability for itself

Local nonprofit redistributes food to people who need it.

My first Marble Queen Pothos, named Frida. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Plants are the new pets: Bringing some lively green to your living space

For people who may be new to house plants or those who want a way to help spruce…

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Meals on Wheels seeks site coordinator to help serve Renton seniors

“It’s fun. It’s rewarding. It’s a way to give back.”

Families picking out free books from the King County Library System. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/The Reporter

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Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off with a story walk

Event was held at Sunset Neighborhood Park in Spanish and English.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
Pooch Plunge 2024 brought out all the cute Renton dogs.
Pooch Plunge 2024 brought out all the cute Renton dogs. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Sept. 19 edition

The Renton Reporter Read-All-About-It at Berliner Pub: The Renton Reporter invites you to join the paper from 5:30…

Business owner Isidro Rojas with the Renton City Council taking a photo with the Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation. (Screenshot from the Renton City Council meeting)

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Renton proclamation honors Hispanic Heritage Month

Santa Fe Grill owner Isidro Rojas accepted the proclamation.

Gamers face off in a match of “Tekken” at PAX. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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PAX West: Highlighting local games, charities

It has been 20 years since the Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) first made landfall in the Pacific Northwest.…

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…

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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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…

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
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.