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    On Nov. 6, the city of Renton was the only Washington state stop on the 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree tour as an enormous Sitka spruce rolled into town, expertly parking at the Gene Coulon Boat Launch. Folks could also enjoy informational booths from the National Forest Service, Kenworth, Renton’s Parks and Recreation Department and various food trucks. (Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing)
    What’s going on around Renton? | Nov. 14...
    By Reporter Staff • November 14, 2024 4:00 pm

    Community events in Renton.

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    Seniors dancing at the 2024 Renton Veterans Day Seniors Dance. Photos by Joshua Solorzano/The Reporter
    Seniors dance and celebrate Veterans Day in Renton
    By Joshua Solorzano • November 14, 2024 3:15 pm

    The City of Renton hosted the dance at the Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center, and admission was $5.

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    In early October, the Tahoma National Cemetery donated over 1,000 pounds of food for King County Veterans Program clients. According to the KCVP Facebook page, 34 food bags were made to give away to local veterans. Photo courtesy of King County Veterans Program
    Veteran services throughout South King County
    By Bailey Josie • November 9, 2024 1:30 pm

    When it comes to local services for veterans and their families, the King County Veterans Program (KCVP) can help find…

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    Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
Renton’s Recreation department brings the smiles. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
    What’s going on around Renton? | Nov. 7...
    By Reporter Staff • November 7, 2024 11:15 am

    Community events in Renton.

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    Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
    U.S. history told through 27 flags in Renton
    By Bailey Josie • November 7, 2024 8:30 am

    On Tuesday, Nov. 5, at the Don Persson Renton Senior Activity Center, a presentation of the 27 flags of the…

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    Barbies and Ken of the City of Renton. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
    What’s going on around Renton? | Oct. 31...
    By Reporter Staff • October 31, 2024 1:15 pm

    Happy Halloween!

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    The clown room in the haunted maze was best saved for last.
    Good nightmare and good luck: Bidding adieu to...
    By Bailey Josie • October 31, 2024 11:08 am

    See photos of this family’s creations.

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    The Sanderson Sisters make their way to Renton. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
    Boo! Walk or drive through this year’s Truck...
    By Bailey Josie • October 29, 2024 9:45 am

    See photos from the Oct. 25 event in Renton.

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    Spooky-themed cake pops at Olde Halloween Party in Renton. The event returns Saturday, Oct. 26. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
    What’s going on around Renton? | Oct. 24...
    By Reporter Staff • October 24, 2024 7:15 am

    Check out upcoming Halloween-themed events.

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    Volunteers educate community members about the returning Cedar River salmon. (Sound Publishing)
    What’s going on around Renton? | Oct. 17...
    By Reporter Staff • October 17, 2024 2:25 pm

    Check out upcoming Halloween-themed events.

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    Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
    Photos: Renton’s first Salmon Festival spawns interest in...
    By Bailey Josie • October 17, 2024 10:30 am

    At the first Cedar River Salmon Festival in Liberty Park, families and salmon watchers had the chance to learn more…

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    Officer Ben Flick. Courtesy Photo
    Meet Hazen High School’s new school resource officer
    By Joshua Solorzano • October 11, 2024 11:30 am

    Ben Flick said his job was worth it if even one student changed their trajectory through a positive interaction.

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    Raphael Ng and him teaching a kid how to swim. Courtesy photo
    From being terrified of swimming to teacher
    By Joshua Solorzano • October 11, 2024 7:30 am

    Raphael Ng was terrified after having his head shoved into the water during his swim classes in Malaysia.

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    Kids playing soccer at Tiffany Park. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
    What’s going on around Renton? | Oct. 10...
    By Reporter Staff • October 10, 2024 2:15 pm

    Check out upcoming Halloween-themed events.

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    Team Survivor Northwest hike to Twin Lakes in the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Courtesy photo.
    Team Survivor Northwest leads hiking adventures for women...
    By Bailey Josie • October 6, 2024 7:00 am

    “It’s so wonderful connecting with all these women,” said breast cancer survivor Jennifer Dovey.

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    Olde Fashioned Halloween Party at Renton’s Gateway Park includes a costume contest for those on four legs as well as two. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
    What’s going on around Renton? | Oct. 3...
    By Reporter Staff • October 3, 2024 7:15 am

    Battle of the Acoustic Bands at Drum Roll Wine: In celebration of Drum Roll Wine’s first year in downtown Renton, the wine bar is hosting a music competition Oct. 5 to highlight local musicians as they battle for the title of Best Acoustic Act.

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    Officer James Mitchell. Courtesy Photo
    Meet Renton High School’s new school resource officer
    By Joshua Solorzano • September 27, 2024 7:00 am

    “When these kids know that we care, that people care about them, they want to do better,” said James Mitchell.

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    Vision House Executive Director Derek Sciba talks about the work Vision House does to help unhoused families in Renton and King County. Sciba was the guest speaker at the first Renton Reporter Read-All-About-It on Monday, Sept. 23. Hosted at Berliner Pub in downtown Renton, the event allowed local readers to meet and chat with Renton Reporter staff while enjoying some food and drink. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
    What’s going on around Renton? | Sept. 26...
    By Reporter Staff • September 26, 2024 12:15 pm

    Don’t miss the International Food Truck Festival on Sept. 28.

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    Peppers and lettuce in the garden. Photo courtesy Hannah Flory
    Sustainable Renton focuses on sustainability for itself
    By Annika Hauer For the Renton Reporter • September 26, 2024 11:30 am

    Local nonprofit redistributes food to people who need it.

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    My first Marble Queen Pothos, named Frida. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.
    Plants are the new pets: Bringing some lively...
    By Bailey Josie • September 21, 2024 9:30 am

    For people who may be new to house plants or those who want a way to help spruce up their living space, here are a few tips.

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