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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…

Bobby Wagner and Richard Sherman pose for a photo with a fan on the opening day of Crumbl Cookies, which Wagner co-owns. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Wagner, Sherman sign autographs at Crumbl Cookies grand opening

Some fans got in line at 4 a.m. in for the chance to meet the former Seahawks players.

Roman Rogers, Jackie Maples, and Aloria Rogers. (Benjamin Leung/Renton Reporter)

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Community rallies to support Renton grocery store owners

Fundraiser benefits Top of the Hill Quality Produce, which was destroyed by fire.

The Renton Police Department is investigating two shootings in the Highlands on Aug. 28 involving a suspect firing at vehicles. (Courtesy of the Renton Police Department)

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Renton police seek suspect in Labor Day fatal shooting

Officers located the woman after she left the site of the shooting in a vehicle while injured, prior…

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.

Eric Perkins being arrested. (Screenshot from video by Pierce County Sheriff’s Office X account)

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Suspect arrested in string of I-5 shootings

According to probable cause documents, five people were injured in the shootings, which started in Federal Way.

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Bikini coffee stand owner pleads guilty to tax evasion

Ladybug Espresso owner underreported his income for a tax loss of more than $1.7 million, according to the…

This 2023 photo shows Yaxyry Lomeli, Dechae Hester, Jayden Huggins and Liliana Urias, who will benefit from Renton Promise. They are pictured with RTC President Yoshiko Harden, Rep. Steve Bergquist, RSD Superintendent Damien Pattenaude. Courtesy photo

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One year later, Renton Promise keeps opening doors

Renton Technical College’s financial aid program helps local students find success after high school.

East Valley Road site map. Screenshot

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Study will examine storm system on East Valley Road in Renton

Minor ponding during heavy rains has city officials looking at possible project.

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…

Body Language Studio students wow the crowd at the 2024 Renton River Days parade. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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B-kids and ballerinas: Body Language Studio is the place to learn breaking

Along with teaching kids how to dance in ballet, jazz and hiphop (among others), Body Language may be…

Project site for Cleveland Richardson Park with its environmental features, as seen in a screenshot from the agreement with Bruce Dees & Associates for the Cleveland Richardson Park Master Plan submitted to Renton City Council. Courtesy image

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Renton approves $225K to design new Cleveland-Richardson Park

The park will be located in the Talbot neighborhood.

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Malicious mischief and a box cutter | Renton police blotter

From the Renton police log.

A fire destroyed much of the Top of the Hill grocery store Aug. 24. Courtesy photo

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Fire at Renton grocery store was intentionally set

Community rallies to support Top of the Hill Quality Produce.

Impact school’s playground, which Launch will use. Photo courtesy of Annika Hauer

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Launch’s Fairwood program moves to Black River Impact School

Nonprofit preschool program has 13 locations across King County.

People graduating Renton Community Court. Photo Courtesy of Ken Delgado from Peer Kent

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Renton Community Court receives additional funding

Program is intended to reduce the number of re-offenses.

Raine Padawer, employee of Papa Tony’s, with her favorite flavor of hot sauce, the Ghostly Garlic. Photo courtesy of Annika Hauer

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Hot sauce and coffee bean roasting at Renton Farmers Market

Renton Farmers Market runs 3 to 7 p.m. every Tuesday at 233 Burnett Ave. S.

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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.

The Renton Civic Theatre. File photo

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Renton Civic Theatre leadership under fire over revelations of sex crimes

The Renton Civic Theatre’s leadership faces potential cuts and restructuring after a social media campaign discovered a history…