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Former Seattle Seahawks player Doug Baldwin received a check last month for $42,805 from the Renton Rotary Club. Thanks to the club’s donation, all senior programming during senior times is free during the winter session at the Family First Community Center.

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Renton Rotary Club makes big donation

Former Seattle Seahawks player Doug Baldwin received a check last month from the Renton Rotary Club. Thanks to…

Photo from a Renton encampment. Courtesy of the City of Renton

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A closer look at Renton’s encampment policies

Between January 2023 and October 2023, the City of Renton cleared 19 encampment sites.

Comic book collection is still a staple of Emerald City Comic Con. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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Fandoms converge at Emerald City Comic Con

Even with big names at this year’s con, locals brought the good vibes to the nerdy weekend.

Renton’s boys basketball team awarded with sixth place. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Hoops: Renton boys take sixth at state

Renton goes 1-2 in SunDome, take home some hardware for the second time since 2019.

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Mayor Armondo Pavone spoke about the city’s many accomplishments, including Renton’s Main Street designation, during his 2023 State of the City address.

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2024 State of the City set for March 21

Rentonites are encouraged to make reservations online for the mayor’s address.

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Boeing has 90 days to create comprehensive action plan, says FAA

The FAA is continuing its investigation into the Jan. 5 flight that depressurized because of a door malfunction.

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Applications open for Community Police Academy

From April 23 to June 4, this seven-week program will educate the community on the practices of local…

Benita R. Horn at the 2023 Black History Month: Unity and Perseverance Open Forum Discussion. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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A true woman of Renton: The story of Benita R. Horn

A staple at community events and a leader in Renton’s Black community, it’s hard to believe that Horn…

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Buddha danced amongst the lions outside Golden Peacock on Saturday, Feb. 24.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Feb. 29 edition

Lots of happenings this month in Renton.

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Senators sponsor bill to get cash out of the cannabis industry

Dozens of cannabis dispensaries have been robbed in recent years while the laws force the shops to be…

Screenshot from City of Renton Comprehensive Plan

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Renton wants public feedback on comprehensive plan

The plan includes goals and policies for how the city will sustainably manage its growth.

A customer buys strawberries from Sidhu Farms at the Renton Farmers Market. File photo
A customer buys strawberries from Sidhu Farms at the Renton Farmers Market. File photo

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Renton Farmers Market invites vendors to apply for 2024

The market will take place in Piazza Park in Downtown Renton through the summer.

Hazen’s Aubrey Le focusing in during her balance beam routine. Ben Ray / The Reporter

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Renton schools compete at state gymastics meet

Five gymnasts from around Renton participated in the season finale event.

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KC prosecutor’s office supports catalytic converter theft legislation

ESHB 2153 would make catalytic converters traceable and harder to sell illegally.

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Hazen boys swim and dive team has best finish since 2015

Highlanders finished tied for seventh with Mercer Island.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

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What’s going on around Renton? | Feb. 22 edition

Lots of happenings this month in Renton.

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A few carjackings | Renton police blotter

According to the department, one victim stated to officers that three subjects approached him as he waited, while…

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Lunar New Year is celebrated with dancing that includes Chinese lions, Buddha, drums, a gong and cymbals.

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Feb. 12 designated Lunar New Year Day in Renton

Feb. 12 was designated Lunar New Year Day, and City Hall celebrated the holiday with food, lion dancing…

Car damaged by bullets during Feb. 19 Interstate 5 shooting. (Courtesy of Washington State Patrol)

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King County Councilmember wants more info about I-5 shootings

The letter, addressed to WSP Chief John R. Batiste, comes in wake of a Feb. 19 drive-by shooting…

Project site map for Lind Avenue SW Storm System Improvement Project. (Screenshot from city documents)

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Renton seeks funding for Springbrook Creek flood project

Flood water has resulted in the closure of SW 43rd Street twice in the past five years.