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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

Hazen High senior looks to make most of apprenticeship

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Hazen High senior looks to make most of apprenticeship

An apprenticeship in machinery, an industry desperate for skilled workers, offers an early start.

Dr. Universe tells us how trees survive wildfires

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Dr. Universe tells us how trees survive wildfires

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

King County Library System’s New eCard is Now Available

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King County Library System’s New eCard is Now Available

The following a press release:

City of Renton wins two state planning awards

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City of Renton wins two state planning awards

Awards recognize work by city staff to create a high quality community

School district retreat kicks off new year

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School district retreat kicks off new year

While students enjoy the last weeks of summer as a chance to sleep in late, enjoy the sunshine…

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Sartori Elementary honored at City Council meeting

The city of Renton was presented with the Department of Commerce Governor’s Smart Communities Award for Sartori Elementary…

In search of brilliant blooms without a lot of water

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In search of brilliant blooms without a lot of water

Plants that survive without daily water can include most trees, shrubs and many perennials.

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Concierge Care Advisors promotes social connections for seniors with Seattle Mariners ticket giveaway

The contest awards free tickets for seniors at local care facilities for an upcoming baseball game

Dive into the story of the average gig-employee

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Dive into the story of the average gig-employee

Your allowance was never enough, as a kid.

Dr. Universe tells us if bees sleep

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Dr. Universe tells us if bees sleep

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

<em>Photo from wikimedia commons of aWashington State ferry.</em>

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Homeland Security Division: Can I pet your K9 partner?

Information about K9 partners on Washington State Ferries