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Ban on asphalt plants in city of Covington likely to continue

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Black Diamond man asked to move out of mother's home the day she was stabbed to death

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Ella Walker: A great friend who gave and gave with a smile

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Juvenile boy comes home drunk and punches hole in wall | Maple Valley-Covington Police Blotter

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Busy week of grass and brush fires | Maple Valley Fire and Life Safety

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Maple Valley Fire and Life Safety responded to five fire calls in the past week: four grass and brush fires and one residential kitchen fire.

House fire closes Kent Kangley Road for two hours

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

A Kent Fire investigator is currently searching for the cause of a house fire in the 26100 block of 114th Avenue Southeast that was first reported at 10:22 p.m. Monday.

Maple Valley man joins another in lawsuit for sexual assault against Boys Scouts of America

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

A 51-year-old Maple Valley man and a 53-year-old man from Anacortes filed a civil lawsuit for sexual assault against the Boy Scouts of America and its Seattle Chapter according to a news report on kirotv.com.

Bail set at $1 million for son accused of stabbing mother to death in Black Diamond

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Son arrested for stabbing death of mother in Black Diamond awaits bail hearing | Tells investigator, 'I've been through a lot.'

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Maple Valley man dies in single-vehicle crash on Snoqualmie Pass

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

The Washington State Patrol is investigating the death of 53-year-old Maple Valley man Saturday in a single-vehicle crash on Snoqualmie Pass

'Free Fridays' for the final three weeks of the Emerald Downs' meet | Horse Racing

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Young Tahoma squad aims for a playoff berth this season | Prep Football Preview 2010

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Banking on a comeback in the running game for Kentwood | Prep Football Preview 2010

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Checking off the list for change at Kentlake | Prep Football Preview 2010

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Couldabenthwhisky prevails in Lads, Lady Golightly stuns Carrabelle Harbor | Horse Racing

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Couldabenthewhisky rebounded from his only career defeat with a half-length victory over Winter Warlock in the $50,000 WTBOA Lads Stakes for 2-year-old colts and geldings Sunday at Emerald Downs.

Fantasy football: Not just for geeks anymore | Sidelines

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Everybody plays fantasy football, including the dudes who sit at the tavern all day on Sundays and make fun of the fantasy footballers who have their printed lineup cards at the table.

John Deere Bonus challenge quarter horse race at Emerald Downs Sept. 25

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Icy Ridge romps in Saturday feature race at Emerald Downs

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Irish-bred Icy Ridge rallied for a dominant 6 ¼-length victory Saturday in the featured Multicare Imaging Team Purse for older horses at Emerald Downs.

Ernie Owl prevails at Emerald Downs | Horse Racing

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

The razor-sharp Ernie Owl maintained his perfect in the money streak Friday night at Emerald Downs.

Luckyladylightning prevails in Ashbuagh Beal purse

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Luckyladylightning rallied from far to notch a 1 ¾ -length victory Thursday in the featured Ashbaugh Beal Purse for 3-year-old fillies at Emerald Downs.

A salute to those who like to Rock 'N' More

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Tori Whitten at the Maple Valley Farmers Market | Slide Show

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Wild Flowers | Poem by Chris McElroy

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Five Years Later | Poem by Tony Gloeggler

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

I’ve read dozens of poems written about the events of September 11, 2001, but this one by Tony Gloeggler of New York City is the only one I’ve seen that addresses the good fortune of a survivor.

Early Sunday Morning | Poem by Edward Hirsch

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Fireflies | Poem by Marilyn Kallet

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Poems of Life

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For Those About to Rock

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

The forgotten tax that haunts family-owned business | Don Brunell

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

With all the focus on eliminating the Bush tax cuts and spurring the economy, President Obama and Congressional Democrats are tripping over themselves touting their small business tax breaks this election season. What they’re not mentioning is an automatic tax increase that will hit family-owned businesses hard, starting on New Year’s Day.

Covington Chamber of Commerce golf tournament | Slide Show

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Valley Dividend expanded for homeowners in Public Hospital District No. 1

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Homeowner living within King County Public Hospital District No. 1, Valley Medical Center, will find it easier than ever to qualify for the Valley Dividend, according to Valley officials.

Employers are forgotten in push for job creation | Don Brunell

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:15 PDT

Showing the love for the Soup Ladies | Sept. 10 fundraiser event

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Yum, yum: The Maple Valley Farmers Market pie baking contest | Slide Show

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Gluten Free Foodies

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Beyond the Bruises: Moving on from domestic violence victim to survivor | Part II

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Valley Girls and Guys work to sweep away cancer | Slide Show

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Epic summer music camp concert by the Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra | Slide Show

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Preston Bradbury from Black Diamond the 2010 'Chief for a Day' | Slide Show by Ron Olness

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

It was a day of celebration for 10-year-old Preston Bradbury from Black Diamond and all who participated in the 2010 Chief for a Day event Wednesday, Aug. 18.

New job a homecoming for Glacier Park Elementary principal

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Magic Bus band makes a stop in Maple Valley | Slide Show

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WSU Extension forest owner field day | Slide Show

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

The Washington State University Extension and state Department of Resources presented the forest owner field day July 31 at Tahoma Junior High in Ravensdale.

There is no place like home in Maple Valley | Erica Spalti

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

For the past few weeks of the summer I have been informing you, the great people of Maple Valley, about the great things that locals in our community have done or are doing currently. However, unless you recognize my name, you have zero idea who I am.

Oil spills: Are we any smarter? | Laura Pierce

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Will you vote yes on one of the initiatives asking

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Good bet the Tea Party is doomed to the political dustbin | Ryan Ryals

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

I am really loving this top two election style, even though voters didn’t seem as willing to oust the incumbents during this primary. Fifteen candidates on the ballot for senator? It won’t take long until the ballot is as long as the voter’s guide, with over 50 or even 100 candidates for the best offices. I might even try to scrape up the money to run next time (Ryan Ryals, Prefers All Night Party).

The acceptance of Lady Gaga's Monster Ball tour | Chaz Holmes

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Walking toward the Tacoma Dome Saturday evening for one of Lady Gaga’s shows on The Monster Ball Tour, her tour bus stands out in a sea of fans.

Jobless benefits a vicious cycle for employers | Don Brunell

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Voters go for the familiar in August election | Andrew Villeneuve

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

If there's an anti-incumbent, electoral revolt going on in the United States this year, voters in the Evergreen State evidently aren't interested in playing a part in it.

Do you believe illegal immigrants are a serious th

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

The challenge is to find the candidate who will best represent | Ryan Ryals

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

If you’ve been reading the papers lately, you’ve probably noticed political mini-scandals popping up with regularity this month. Wife beater? Time to resign! Juvenile conviction? How can such a person effectively represent us! Can’t be bothered to vote in primaries? Clearly, this candidate doesn’t care about democracy.

The rivalry between the Huskies and Cougs lives on | Kevin Hanson

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Sad about decision, empowered as a citizen of Black Diamond | Letter

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

While sad does seem to be the word of the day with the regards to the Black Diamond City Council's decision on the master planned developments, I also feel very empowered as a citizen. I no longer have a doubt in my mind that my local government has failed me.

The city of Black Diamond will be ruined forever | Letter

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Allegation of contributions to Mayor Rebecca Olness' campaign from XTERRA incorrect | Letter

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

People of Black Diamond deserve an answer | Letter

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Nearly every day this month, Black Diamond's City Council has been meeting about the massive development that has been proposed by YarrowBay, a Kirkland developer. Over 6000 apartments and houses and the equivalent of 10 Wall Marts of commercial development are poised to be approved.

Momentous decision ahead on YarrowBay's master planned developments | Letter

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

By now all in the area should be aware that a momentous decision is about to be made by three or more of the five members of the Black Diamond City Council. That decision deals with YarrowBay’s proposed 6,000 plus home, 1.1 million square feet of commercial/business master planned developments (MPDs) on nearly 700 acres.

If a hospital stay is necessary, best to be in MultiCare | Letter

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

YarrowBay staff showed respect and concern with community issues | Letter

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

After reading many negative comments about YarrowBay in this newspaper, I feel compelled to share my positive experience. I live on Horseshoe Lake and was the former president of our homeowners association for 13 years. Due to flooding issues at my home and neighborhood, and concern for the potential impact of development in Black Diamond, I’ve actively participated in their annexation and development planning since the mid 1990’s.

Courageous mother’s fight commemorated | Letter

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Time to repleace Rep. Geoff Simpson in Olympia | Letter

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Several years ago (Rep. Geoff) Simpson and his buddy (Rep. Pat) Sullivan both voted against a bill in Olympia that would have increased protection of our children. They were supported by the law enforcement and others in the legal system that didn’t want to deal with this issue.

YarrowBay projects The Villages and Lawson Hills are the right way to develop in Black Diamond

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:27:16 PDT

Like many people who live in and around Black Diamond, I’ve taken the time to learn about the two proposed master planned developments here in Black Diamond. I’ve read the recent letters to the editor and I feel compelled to voice my support for these two projects. I see these developments as a step forward, and a step in the right direction. I’m a businessman and a Black Diamond property owner, and I consider any issues surrounding the MPDs from both those perspectives.