Prepare now for wildfire smoke, unhealthy air quality

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Prepare now for wildfire smoke, unhealthy air quality

King County also issued a Phase 1 Burn Ban effective Saturday, July 14.

Questions, answers for summertime gardening

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Questions, answers for summertime gardening

The second week of July is the time to renew groundcovers by shearing them back and applying a…

Photos by Haley Ausbun

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Sonic Drive-In now open in Renton

The Sonic opened Friday, July 13.

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City Fruit Partners with the International Rescue Committee to Bring Harvest to South King County

This is the first major City Fruit harvest incorporating some South King County, including Renton

New database helps officers identify persons with cognitive disabilities

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New database helps officers identify persons with cognitive disabilities

Renton’s Take Me Home program was initiated by Community Programs Coordinator Cyndie Parks.

A fan of “The Simpsons” or not, you’ll want to get a hold of “Springfield Confidential”

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A fan of “The Simpsons” or not, you’ll want to get a hold of “Springfield Confidential”

On any other day, you’d scream to sleep in.

Photo of Renton School District students from June 27 courtesy of Aerospace Joint Apprenticeship Committee.

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Students launch careers through apprenticeship program

Eleven Renton juniors were hired June 27 in an event at the Museum of Flight to work in…

My Favorite Martins

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My Favorite Martins

Steve Martin and Martin Short discuss bringing their two-man comedy extravaganza back to Seattle.

Photo courtesy Renton Chamber of Commerce

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Traveling exhibit coming to Renton in 2020

Smithsonian traveling exhibit tour announced

I may never be stressed when looking at a tree

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I may never be stressed when looking at a tree

The first week of July is a good time to get snippy, harvest, feed and weed. You’ll also…

‘Bearskin’ is a thriller like no other

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‘Bearskin’ is a thriller like no other

Sometimes, you just need to get away.

Self-care 101: Make your mental health a priority

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Self-care 101: Make your mental health a priority

Mental illnesses — including depression and anxiety — are among the most common health conditions in the United…

Apply a little TLC when pruning Japanese maples

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Apply a little TLC when pruning Japanese maples

Summer is an excellent time to prune many ornamental trees. Among the more popular species are the numerous…

There are many reasons to visit farmers markets

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There are many reasons to visit farmers markets

Marianne Binetti will appear from 11:15 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. Sunday, July 1, at the Auburn Farmers Market…

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Richard Jahn, a local artist, and a local firefighter

Local artist, Richard Jahn has always been resistant to any class or instructor who tried to force him…

The Relay for Life of Renton last weekend raised $42,793.27 to help fight cancer in the community. More than 250 participants on 32 teams made up of local businesses, organization and school groups participated in the event. Submitted photo from The Relay for Life of Renton.

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Renton holds Relay for Life June 22

The following is a press release from Relay for Life of Renton.

A Renton Technical College student demonstrates what the students will be building for the Girls Exploring Tech camp. Photo by Kayse Angel

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Camp lets girls dip their toes into tech

The camp gives girls the opportunity to gain experience in technology and see if it is something they…

Photos can represent good, bad memories

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Photos can represent good, bad memories

The picture reminds you of a thousand things.

Five inspired ideas gleaned from a visit to Tuscany

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Five inspired ideas gleaned from a visit to Tuscany

The third week of June is the start of summer and that means more outdoor living. Make this…

Renton Senior Activity Center attendees Steve Riordan, Skip Clemens and Jackie Silva are seen here, left, enjoying sunshine and conversation. Courtesy photo

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Senior centers are more than “boring old people”

When my daughter turned 50 last year, I showed her the cover of my Golden Opportunities brochure, the…