FW leaders miss the big question after tragedy | Roegner
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Federal Way Police Chief Brian Wilson leads a press conference Monday morning, April 22, at City Hall. He is pictured with Deputy Chief Andy Hwang, Commander Kyle Sumpter, and Auburn Cmdr. Steve Stocker.
On April 21, Federal Way had what may be the most terrifying day in its history.
Unsung sports heroes of Valley prep sports can inspire everyone’s effort
They didn’t always get the ink or take home the big trophies. But these Mount Si High School athletes shone in different ways. They show that perseverance and hard work have rewards that go beyond scores and limelight.
Griffin McLain, a senior forward and post on the Mount Si boys basketball team, doesn’t post big numbers, but the team wouldn’t have gone all the way to districts without him. According to outgoing coach Steve Helm, McLain does all the vital dirty work for the team, playing defense on all the “big, wrong kids in the league.” McLain gets physical when he needs to, working his keister off in practice. This senior plays his role, and it may not lead to glory. But it helps the entire team.
If we build an arts center, who will pay? | Matthew Jarvis
On Feb. 11, I joined dozens of interested citizens in attending a special meeting of the Federal Way City Council to discuss building a performing arts and conference center (PACC) on the old Toys R Us site.
EDITORIAL: The best way to protect children in FW schools
More than two months after the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy in Newtown, Conn., the debate lingers over the best way to protect students from danger.
Sometimes the community joins you | Carter's Community
How do I get involved in my community? How do I get to know my neighbors? How do I form a neighborhood watch? Can I speak at a planning commission meeting about an issue in my neighborhood? How do I address the city council about a concern?
South King County sends key players to Senate | Roegner
Feeling their new power in the Senate, Republicans have introduced hot-button legislation on abortion, family leave and school performance.
Funniest political moments of 2012 | Bob Roegner
Every year, human behavior provides comic relief, and some humor inadvertently sneaks into political campaigns. This was a particularly fruitful year.
A message from Santa Claus
With Christmas in just a few days, I want to share a few thoughts with local families.
December 19, 2012
Federal Way Mirror
Cheers and jeers: Christmas 2012 edition | Editorial
• Cheers to the voters for approving a new high school for Federal Way and for passing the South King Fire and Rescue levy in 2012. This commitment to your community will raise the quality of life for all involved.
Daniel Nash | All I want for Xmas is a flu shot | Our Corner
Deck the halls with airborne flu germs, hack-hack-hack-hack-cough, hack-hack-hack-phlegm.
Media is a powerful hammer in the politician's toolbox | Rich Elfers' Politics in Focus
A major reason President Obama won the elections of 2008 and 2012 was because he and his advisers harnessed the power of the data-mining capacities of the computer and the mass appeal of the Internet. Obama for America polled, communicated with, organized and milked supporters for donations more effectively than any other candidate in American history.
