Renton Rotary selects Teachers of the Month for April

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Renton Rotary selects Teachers of the Month for April

Silvia Flores, John Hoag and Kristen Murphy were selected as teachers of the month.

Louise Delaurenti George, photo by Emme Weitz

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Renton graduate of 1936 recognized for her service in the military

Courtesy of the Renton Arrow

Kent School board gains first student representative

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Kent School board gains first student representative

Kentridge senior selected to join Kent School District Board of Directors.

City of Renton debuts ‘Let’s Go Renton!’ recreation guide

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City of Renton debuts ‘Let’s Go Renton!’ recreation guide

Publication combines information in ‘What’s Happening’ and ‘Golden Opportunities’

Photo courtesy Renton Schools Facebook page                                Tracy Dyson, from Hazelwood Elementary School, is one of the Renton Chamber of Commerce’s 2019 Ahead of the Class teachers. Renton Superintendent Dr. Damien Pattenaude and Blitz surprised Dyson April 3.

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Top 10 Ahead of the Class teachers surprised

The final five will receive $500 at an event on April 18 at the IKEA Performing Arts Center.

Lawn Rangers can learn to keep things green with less water

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Lawn Rangers can learn to keep things green with less water

This second week of April is time to start thinking about a lush lawn, while also using water…

If nothing else, notice the blooming, beautiful world around you

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If nothing else, notice the blooming, beautiful world around you

This time of year, gardeners have a lot on the “do” list. Of course, there are just as…

Renton Rotary selects Youth of the Month for April

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Renton Rotary selects Youth of the Month for April

The award is given to students who have leadership abilities, maintain a good GPA and volunteer in the…

STREAM offers after school curriculum for Highland kids

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STREAM offers after school curriculum for Highland kids

A new program is redefining the North Highlands Neighborhood Center

Photo of Renton native Matt House by Mass Communications Specialist 2nd Class Brad Gee

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Renton native propels submarine legacy into the future

By M. Dawn Scott

Spring gardening provides inspiration

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Spring gardening provides inspiration

The end of March may roar like a lion or meet April in showers of flowers but early…

Matt Kidd. Submitted photo

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True strength has no limits

Covington resident Matt Kidd shares his story about kidney disease to help others during National Kidney Month.

Spring color is on display

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Spring color is on display

The fourth week of March is a time of explosive growth in Western Washington so take a moment…

Vote for Best of Renton 2019

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Vote for Best of Renton 2019

Vote for your favorite Renton restaurants, businesses, community leaders and more.

Moyaak Chuol, senior at Lindbergh High School, holds up his first place trophy with teacher Creed Nelson on Feb. 23. Chuol starts a job at Boeing after graduation. Courtesy of Creed Nelson.

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Lindbergh senior wins competition, snags job

Moyaak Chuol won an aerospace manufacturing competition against more than 50 other high school students

Unofficial spring has arrived, tips for planting seeds

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Unofficial spring has arrived, tips for planting seeds

The third week of March and spring is officially sprung so celebrate with a fresh pair of garden…

Henry Beleford displays photos of current high school students have come through his shop to get their letterman jackets. Beleford said once they graduate, he takes their photos down. Photo by Sarah Brenden

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Local shop owner helps students show school spirit

What started out as a part-time gig has turned full time for Rainier Beach resident Henry Beleford.

Keeping the Evergreen State green

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Keeping the Evergreen State green

By Jennifer Lennox

Lisa Rosenblum KCLS Director

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Libraries as entrepreneurial hubs

Key measures of a healthy economy include, among other things, new businesses that create jobs and attract skilled…

Pull or smother shot weeds to save time

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Pull or smother shot weeds to save time

The second week of March is time to fertilize the lawn, plant perennials and hardy annuals like pansies,…