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Sumner School District names assistant principal for three elementary schools

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:39 PDT

Landes started her career in the Sumner School District in 2008 working as an elementary librarian at Bonney Lake and Victor Falls elementary schools. She completed an administrative internship at Victor Falls, under the mentorship of Principal Beth Dykman.

Washington State Patrol seeks witnesses in deadly two car collision on southbound Interstate 405 on March 24

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:39 PDT

The Washington State Patrol are looking for witnesses of a deadly two car collision that occurred at 1 a.m. on March 24 on southbound Interstate 405 near the junction with Interstate 5.

Annexation latest: Interlocal agreement between Fire District 7, city of Bothell

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:39 PDT

More than 20 Kirkland locations may sell hard liquor after June 1

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:39 PDT

The list of stores selling spirits, or hard liquor, after June 1 is growing in Kirkland. Prior to the passage of Initiative 1183 last November, which privatized the sale of spirits in Washington State, the City of Kirkland had just three state-run liquor stores.

King County warns Green River boaters of hazard from fallen tree near Flaming Geyser

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:39 PDT

King County is alerting Green River boaters of a fallen tree that is spanning the entire channel and creating a potentially hazardous condition along a stretch of the river within Flaming Geyser State Park.

Murder charges filed against 71-year-old man who confessed to killing wife with hatchet | UPDATE

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:39 PDT

A 71-year-old Bellevue man confessed to murdering his wife with a hatchet in their Lake Hills neighborhood home on Wednesday.

Valley Medical Center and UW Medicine strategic alliance called into question

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:39 PDT

A legal puzzle has arisen between the Valley Medical Center Board of Commissioners and University of Washington Medicine.

Bonney Lake council look to lower impact fees, but worry about loss of revenue

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:39 PDT

The council this past week agreed to move three measures forward, but once again split over temporary decreases on sewer and water system development charges, asking for more information to continue the discussion at a later workshop.

Enumclaw City Council meeting notes | March 26

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:39 PDT

The council heard the first reading of a budget adjustment. The adjustment will allow the city to add a police officer and equipment, $93,724, fund $10,000 for an economic development project from 2011 and replace the roof of the office at the cemetery for $12,000.

Korean Americans blast treatment of North Korean refugees | Photos from Federal Way rally

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:39 PDT

Dozens of Korean Americans from the Seattle-Tacoma area protested the treatment of North Korean refugees during a rally March 26 in Federal Way.

Seattle Thunderbirds to get first pick in Bantam Draft | Hockey

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:40 PDT

The Seattle Thunderbirds junior hockey team missed the Western Hockey League playoffs for the third straight season. But the Kent-based team will select first in the league's Bantam Draft on May 3.

SIDELINES: Seahawks skip Broncos' Manning-Tebow drama by signing Matt Flynn

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:40 PDT

The domino, also known as Peyton Manning, finally fell into place Monday morning. That's when news broke that Manning will take snaps as the Denver Broncos quarterback next season.

T-Birds' playoff push falls short in 8-2 loss to Winterhawks

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:40 PDT

The Portland Winterhawks stopped the Seattle Thunderbirds' playoff push Sunday night at Memorial Coliseum with an 8-2 victory.

Seahawks make a splash with quarterback signing | Voice of Sports

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:40 PDT

The Seattle Seahawks made a splash in free agency today, possibly landing its franchise quarterback.

T-Birds face must win in Portland after loss to Tips

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:40 PDT

The Everett Silvertips defeated the Seattle Thunderbirds 6-4 in front of a sellout crowd of 6,125 Saturday night at the ShoWare Center.

Late goal rush carries Coupeville | Soccer

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:40 PDT

It took awhile, but once the Coupeville High School soccer team finally punched in a goal late in its contest with visiting Port Townsend Saturday, March 17, three others quickly followed in the Wolves' 4-0 season-opening win.

Strong all-around game carries 'Cats | Fastpitch

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:40 PDT

Behind an error-free defense, 10 hits and a strong pitching performance, the Oak Harbor High School fastpitch team began the 2012 season with a 4-2 win over Mount Vernon Wednesday, March 14, at Hillcrest Elementary.

Enumclaw High School football coach Don Bartel resigns; EHS, White River rivalry renewed | Football

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:41 PDT

Two developments this week have rocked the world of prep football of the Plateau.

Coupeville starts with easy win, close loss | Baseball

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:41 PDT

A muddy field and heavy winds didn't stop the Coupeville High School baseball team from getting off to a solid start Saturday, March 10, at home.

Wolves win big in opener | Fastpitch

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:41 PDT

The Coupeville High School fastpitch team accomplished in the first game of the 2012 season what it took 16 contests to do last spring -- win.

Kelly Clarkson plays ShoWare Center in Kent | Slideshow

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:41 PDT

Kelly Clarkson made a stop in Kent at the ShoWare Center on Thursday evening. The former-American Idol contestant is touring in support of her fifth album "Stronger."

Centerstage presents 'Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Songbook' | Show opens March 16

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:41 PDT

In words and her classic music, "Tenderly" tells the story of this American icon.

Free concert: Rich Wetzel and his Groovin' Higher Jazz Orchestra

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:41 PDT

Jazz LIVE at Marine View will present a free concert for all ages at 5 p.m. March 11, featuring Rich Wetzel and his Groovin' Higher Jazz Orchestra.

The Scene

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:41 PDT

Amy Grant to perform at Overlake Christian Church

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:42 PDT

Multi-platinum-selling and award-winning recording artist Amy Grant brings her “Lead Me On” 20th anniversary celebration tour to Redmond’s Overlake Christian Church, 9900 Willows Rd. NE, at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28.

Artist Profile: Kate Scott, Lopez Island

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:42 PDT

“I always drew secretly. I kept it under wraps, except in school. In fifth and sixth grade I got to paint big murals at the back of the classroom while the other kids did schoolwork. That was really the only encouragement I ever got.”

Arts Alive: Kitsap YWCA fund-raising banquet becomes annual affair of art, culture and community

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:42 PDT

YWCA of Kitsap County Executive Director Linda Joyce said last year’s inaugural Arts Alive banquet and auction was a leap of faith.

Sammamish Art Fair runs Oct. 11-12

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:42 PDT

Twenty-five local artists will display and sell their work at Sammamish City Hall on the weekend of Oct. 11 and 12, as part of the 2008 Sammamish Art Fair.

Auburn Dance Center keeps shaping talented dancers, more than 50 years after opening

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:42 PDT

Instructor Monica Boldizsar put herself and three students through the rigors of intermediate-advanced adult hip-hop class at Auburn Dance Center.

Professionals to share insights at Redmond Digital Arts Festival

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:42 PDT

Both seasoned professionals and newcomers to the wide world of digital arts will share expertise and insights at the Redmond Digital Arts Festival, Oct. 4-5.

Comcast opens region's first Xfinity Store in Federal Way

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:42 PDT

Comcast reports this is one of the first half-dozen cable stores of their kind in the nation.

Federal Way man puts new spin on panel saw

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:42 PDT

Federal Way resident Paul Stone claims his custom-built panel saw has the potential to save woodworkers time and money — and revamp the panel saw industry.

Auburn store among leaders for selling most winning lottery tickets

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:42 PDT

An Auburn store ranks among the top 10 retailers in the Puget Sound region for selling the most winning state lottery tickets.

Sound Publishing and SeattlePI.com announce content partnership

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:42 PDT

Sound Publishing, Inc. and seattlepi.com today announced a partnership that will provide content from pnwlocalnews.com, the home of Sound Publishing’s 30 community and suburban newspapers, to seattlepi.com readers.

SecondStory Repertory facing bankruptcy

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:42 PDT

Microsoft’s Lola Ball to present during conference at Bellevue Community College

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:42 PDT

Redmond-based Microsoft program manager Lola Ball will be among presenters at the “Expanding Your Horizons for Middle School Girls” conference, on Saturday, March 21 at Bellevue Community College.

Union, Oak Harbor Freight Lines end 5-month strike

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:42 PDT

Casey’s Crafts enjoys anomalous growth amid recession

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:43 PDT

Blendissimo’s oils and vinegars debut at NW Flower & Garden Show

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:43 PDT

Black currant or raspberry balsamic vinegar? Tequila lime or white truffle dipping oil? The choices abounded at the Blendissimo’s Gourmet Blends booth, managed by Mercer Island resident Phyllis Schut at the Northwest Flower and Garden Show in Seattle last week.

State unemployment rate inches up to 7.8 percent

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:43 PDT

Ceramic artist envisions thriving scene in Federal Way

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:43 PDT

Charan Sachar, a ceramic artist based in Federal Way, will have his work featured at a number of different outlets in the upcoming weeks.

East India Grill shares chicken tikka masala recipe | PHOTOS

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:43 PDT

Each week, East India Grill owner Kabal Gill shares his mouth-watering recipes in a cooking class where the seats fill up fast. On March 10, he whipped up a batch of chicken tikka masala from scratch.

Gluten Free Foodies

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:43 PDT

Tribal Journeys Journal

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:43 PDT

Conflicts of Interest

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:43 PDT

The Scene

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:43 PDT

Timi Gustafson, R.D.

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:43 PDT

Focus Northwest

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:43 PDT

Football meets sexy: Lingerie League comes to Kent

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

Scantily clad women playing tackle football will make their debut for the new Seattle Mist of the inaugural Lingerie Football League on Sept. 11 at the ShoWare Center in Kent.

District & State Basketball | pnwlocalnews.com's Photos of the Week

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

My problem with purity balls | Amy Johnson

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

Purity balls have become popular in response to the sexualization of young people in our culture. Usually sponsored by Christian groups, these events showcase dads and daughters, who come together for a formal event where the dad pledges to guard his daughter’s purity and/or virginity with a formal vow, and a ring, bracelet or necklace for her to wear as a reminder.

It's time to end the war on birth control | Amy Johnson

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

How many of you are actually opposed to birth control? Making this a major campaign and budget issue is illogical and immoral.

Police seek information on rape suspect | King County Sheriff's Office

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

A Shoreline woman was raped and robbed last night when she returned home from work and was attacked by a man as she walked towards her garage.

GOP candidates light up Washington state | Bob Roegner

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

Last week, the Northwest got a brief moment to bask in the sun of national presidential politics as all four remaining Republican candidates visited our state in advance of the March 3 caucuses.

I survived Black History Month | Walter Backstrom

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

Torrens Talk: Corporate titans' lack of grasp on reality is frustrating

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

Andy Wappler | 'Green economy' showing up with enthusiasm

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

Could recession cause uptick in men's domestic duties? | Ellen Goodman

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

BOSTON — I suppose this falls under the general heading: “Be Careful What You Wish For.”

Unfortunately, every ferry option is either unfeasible or unfair

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

John Carlson | Do you want 'fairness' or 'freedom' on radio?

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

Troubles with the medical bureaucracy | Letters

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

We thought dealing with the IRS was tough? Try dealing with Medicare as a “provider.”

Occupy Federal Way has more to learn | Letters

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

The Occupy Federal Way group’s limited vision for America is apparent when they criticize Moore and turn their backs on Newt Gingrich as he articulated solutions to America’s enormous challenges.

Federal Way pilot’s fatal crash raises questions | Letters

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:44 PDT

(RE: “Plane piloted by Federal Way swim coach crashed 20 minutes after takeoff”):

Feeling unsafe at the Park-n-Ride | Federal Way letter to the editor

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:45 PDT

Why is marijuana still illegal? | Federal Way letters, Feb. 25

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:45 PDT

Maybe The Journal should be renamed 'The Obama Weekly'

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:45 PDT

The article of letters to President Obama from the children of Stillpoint School was very sweet (“Dear Mr. President ...”, page B1, Feb. 25 Journal). However, in the eight years President Bush was in office, I don’t believe you ever printed “Dear President Bush.”

Central Kitsap Reporter Letters to the Editor | Feb. 26

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:45 PDT

Bremerton Patriot Letters to the Editor | Feb. 26

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:45 PDT

Same-sex marriage bills violate Freedom of Religion

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:45 PDT

This letter is in reference to the bills SB-5688 and HB-1727, which would legalize gay marriage in Washington state, which was brought to my attention by Larry Stickney, of Washington Values Alliance, in his (Feb. 20) Guest Opinion in the Port Orchard Independent ("Same-sex marriage backers wage stealth campaign in Washington").

Same-sex marriage foes just fear-mongering

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:12:45 PDT

Sadly, the Washington Values Alliance has only baseless fear to peddle to the citizens of Washington ("Same-sex marriage backers wage stealth campaign in Washington").