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Police officer still on payroll while awaiting murder trial | King County Crime Dive podcast

In this episode, an update on Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson, who is still on the city payroll…

Public Health – Seattle & King County staff administering COVID-19 vaccine to a local emergency responder. COURTESY PHOTO, Public Health-Seattle & King County

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King County wants to rehire employees who were fired over vaccine

A total of 314 employees separated from King County as a result of the mandate, with eight retiring,…

West Point Treatment Plant in Seattle. Photo courtesy of King County

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King County Council targets “forever chemicals” in wastewater

The motion would initiate a study on how to mitigate the Puget Sound’s exposure to the toxic runoff.

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Executive director of the King County Library System announces retirement

After five years with KCLS, Lisa Rosenblum’s retirement will be effective Nov. 30, 2023

A sunset from the north end of the Snoqualmie Parkway. Photo by Conor Wilson/Valley Record.

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WSDOT opposes Snoqualmie Parkway takeover proposal

Snoqualmie officials submitted a request for the 3.5-mile Parkway to be transferred over to the state last year.

The Pride Wall in Duvall. Courtesy photo.

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Duvall removes ‘Pride Wall’ following appearance of white supremacist flag

Several LGBTQ+ leaders have denounced the decision, saying it condones hateful behavior.

Marshall Law Band frontman Marshall Hugh screams into the crowrd at the BrodieNation Music festival outside Carnation on July 22. All photos Conor Wilson/Valley Record.

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Photos | 16th Annual BrodieNation Music Festival

Over the four day festival, more than 50 acts played at Club Tolt in Carnation

Sign outside the Si View Community Center. File photo Conor Wilson/Valley Record.

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North Bend community pool on ballot this November

Si View Parks district is seeking approval of a property tax measure for a new pool in North…

The Schefer Riverfront Property in western Carnation. The property is site of future business park development. Photo by Conor Wilson/Valley Record.

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Plans for business park on Schefer property in Carnation move ahead

Development agreement for Schefer Riverfront Property was unveiled to the city council this week.

King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci invited young Swifties to read the proclamation, with each taking an album title-themed clause. (Courtesy of King County)

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King County Council names July 18-25 ‘Taylor Swift Week’

Proclamation comes before the pop star’s sold-out Seattle tour dates.

Snoqualmie Police officer. Courtesy photo.

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Violent crime remains low in the Snoqualmie Valley

Vehicle thefts continue to rise, mirroring a statewide trend.

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Farm workers.

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Washington enacts new rules to protect outdoor workers from heat-related deaths

One rule is that employers must provide mandatory cool-down periods and additional break times.

The State Route 18/I-90 interchange. Photo courtesy of the Washington State Department of Transportation.

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SR 18 to fully close between I-90, Issaquah this weekend

SR 18 will close between the interchange and Issaquah-Hobart Road beginning Friday, July 21