Local community news stories and articles in maple valley wa 98038

Miss Auburn Scholarship Pageant, Not Your Average Beauty Pageant

For those who have only heard about the “Miss America Pageant” or “Toddlers and Tiaras”, the Miss Auburn Scholarship Pageant is about much more than how these young women...Read More

THE “TAHOMA DOME” LEGACY

In 1991 and in 1996, the Tahoma wrestling program, was at the top of its game under head coach Russell Hayden. Sixteen years later the Bears are again on top of the Wrestling...Read More

Recreation alert: Little Is and Mount Is Trailheads closed for airplane crash investigation

Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has closed access to both the Little Is and Mount Is Trailheads near North Bend because of an accident investigation from an early...Read More

Maple Valley/Covington/King County Sheriff’s Citizen’s Police Academy

Working in collaboration with the King County Sheriff’s Office, the Maple Valley and Covington Police Departments will help increase the understanding between citizens and their...Read More

Pedagogy and Prose: TSHS Teacher Embarks on Writing Career

By day, he is a popular instructor of English Literature at Tahoma Senior High School. By night, he is a craftsman of popular fiction that is reaching a national audience. Jeff Heil...Read More

Maple Valley’s Thompson qualifies for U.S. Junior World Tae Kwon Do Team

Drew Thompson, a junior at Kennedy High School, took first place in the male heavyweight division at the USA Tae Kwon Do Junior World Championships Open Team Trials held at...Read More

FREE Tax Preparation Assistance

Maple Valley Food Bank and Emergency Services will be hosting a FREE assisted self-filing tax program for households that earn under $57,000 a year who would like to file their...Read More

Local student studies in the Bahamas

McMinnville, Ore. – Erika Helm-Buckman of Maple Valley spent January studying in the Bahamas through a special program...Read More

Free Spay/Neuter Vouchers for Cats

February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month. In recognition of this event South County Cats is offering 25 free spay/neuter vouchers for cat owners in south King County. Vouchers...Read More

Ruby Favro Androsko Keeney celebrates 105th Birthday

Like the lovable Energizer Bunny, Ruby Favro Androsko Keeney keeps on perking through life, piling up more and more memories to those she has already enjoyed in over a century...Read More

Ravensdale Market break-in caught on tape

Caught on video, two suspects were observed breaking a glass door to the Ravensdale Market, located at the corner of Landsburg Rd. SE and SE Ravensdale Way, on Friday, January...Read More

When Coal Was King

Not much is known about this early logging machine except for the fact that it was called a “Galloping Goose” and manufactured by Pacific Car & Foundry in 1923. However, quite...Read More

Maple Valley Historical Society welcomes special speaker Steve Petersen

Childhood memories of playing in a huge barn that had originally sat on a 160 acre piece of land in the area of SE Petrovitsky and 196th Ave. SE will only be part of what...Read More

Chad Magendanz Announces for Election in 5th Legislative District, ISSAQUAH, WA

With the focus to “jumpstart education and jobs,” community and education leader, Chad Magendanz has announced his 2012 bid for the newly reshaped 5th Legislative District...Read More

Tahoma Seniors Sign Letters of Intent

Three Tahoma High School seniors signed national letters of intent to attend college and play sports on the first day that letters could be sent, Feb. 1. Two of the students...Read More

Donate Your Books and Media to Maple Valley Library Guild

Due to the generous donations of community members, Maple Valley Library Guild sells donated books, DVDs, CDs, and video games on an ongoing basis and hosts two book/media sales...Read More

Bridge of Hope to send 34 people to Africa

February 1, 2012: It’s hard to say who is more excited – 11-year-old orphan Samuel, who has received two life-saving operations in the past year – or the two teams...Read More

Last Chance to See TMS Perform 'Willy Wonka'

Middle school drama students will present the final two performances of “Willy Wonka” this weekend at the Tahoma Middle School Theatre. Adapted from the beloved children’s story...Read More

Lake Wilderness Park Storm Clean Up 9:00 am – Noon, Saturday February 11, 2012

The City of Maple Valley needs your help to clean up Lake Wilderness Park after the recent storm event. We are asking for volunteers to help us clean up the tons of vegetation...Read More

WSDOT seeking projects for the Safe Routes to School Program

OLYMPIA – Communities across the state can apply for a new round of project and program funds that increase safety for students walking and biking to school...Read More

The Tea Party Debt Commission Found $9.7 Trillion to Cut

The French philosopher Alexis de Tocqueville in 1840, once prophetically said, “The American Republic will endure until the day Congress discovers that it can bribe the public with...Read More

KOHL’S CARES® SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS FEBRUARY 1 – MARCH 15 FOR OUTSTANDING YOUNG VOLUNTEERS

Kohl’s is honoring more than 2,200 youth, ages six to 18, who have made a positive impact on their communities with more than $420,000 in scholarships and prizes; top winners receive $10,000 each...Read More

Senate Passes Gay Marriage Bill; House review next

As Senate President Brad Owens announced that the same-sex marriage bill, ESSB 6239, had passed, an anxious audience of hundreds watching attentively during tense floor debate erupted with applause...Read More

TJH/MS PTA’s Seeking Nominations for Outstanding Educator & Golden Acorn Awards

Through out the school year PTA committee members will be on a quest to recognize those outstanding people who make an amazing difference with our students and our schools...Read More

Winter Storm Debris Cleanup

The City of Maple Valley Public Works Department is not able to provide collection of residential or business storm debris. However, there are some local options where residents...Read More

Live to Forgive

Due to the large power outage in the area, the impressive documentary film – Live to Forgive – with Dean Smith cancelled its evening showing on Sunday, January 22, at Maple...Read More

Tahoma Wrestlers are Bad to the bone

Wednesday night Tahoma strolled onto the Auburn Trojans home mat for another duel on their way to an undefeated season and another dual meet champion’s title. The Bears battle with the Trojans was very favorable, and in turn led to another victory once...Read More

A fire devours part of a home, causing an estimated $350,000 in loss and damages

Kangley, Wash. – King County Fire District 47 was dispatched to a chimney fire on Courtney Road shortly after 4:00 am Saturday morning. Upon arrival fire crews could smell smoke and soon after, flames began shooting out of the roof. A second...Read More

Windy weekend as Puget Sound Energy worked to restore power

County crews clear roads, Metro Transit aims for regular routes...Read More

Cause of Late Night Kent Fire Determined

Kent, Wash. – January 20, 2012 – A Kent Fire Investigator has determined that a fire in the 27300 block of 154 Ave. SE was caused by a portable generator operating too close...Read More

1 Adult and 3 Children Sent to Local Hospital

Kent, Wash. – January 20, 2012 – At about 7:00 p.m. Friday night, a family on Kent’s East Hill called 9-1-1 complaining of dizziness, headaches and nausea. The family told firefighters...Read More

Black Diamond Historical Society gears up for Franklin Tours

Once again, it’s that time of the year for Black Diamond Historical Society’s (BDHS) annual Franklin tours with this year’s tours taking place on Saturday, February 4 & Sunday...Read More

King County GOP Announces Precinct Caucuses and Pooled Precinct Caucus Locations

The King County Republican Party will hold its Precinct Caucuses, along with the other 39 County Central Committees of the Washington State Republican Party on March 3 at...Read More

Winter wonderland to treacherous terrain: the progression of our wacky week of weather

What a week we had in the Pacific Northwest! It started with inches upon inches of snow, continued with freezing temperatures and dangerous ice accumulation, followed up by severe...Read More

2012 Maple Valley CERT Course Schedule

ommunity Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a disaster preparedness course designed to create awareness, teach critical skills for assessing a disaster situation (e.g. earthquakes...Read More

Special City Proclamation in Honor of Tahoma Senior High’s 2011

Mayor Bill Allison and Deputy Mayor Victoria Laise-Jonas issued a Proclamation at the Monday, January 9, Maple Valley City Council meeting, designating that day as “AP National Scholar Day...Read More

One fatality in Maple Valley Hwy. collision

On Monday, January 9, at approximately 4:40 p.m., Renton Police were dispatched to a collision involving three vehicles on the 16000 block of Maple Valley Hwy...Read More

Residential burglary suspect apprehended in greater Maple Valley area

Neighbors living in the 14000 block area of 244th Ave. SE heard some glass breaking approximated 2 p.m. on Monday, January 9, at a neighbor’s house and went over...Read More

Could you forgive?

Burning with a powerful message of forgiveness, Dean Smith of Enumclaw not only asks his audiences – Could you forgive and love the man who murdered your mother? – but….he...Read More

Orthopedic problems in animals

Just like humans, pets are prone to injury and disease of their bones, muscles and ligaments. I see limping dogs on a daily basis. Cats, however, are much less prone to orthopedic...Read More

Ice storm impacting travel; trees down on some roadways

OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Transportation today urged drivers to use extreme caution because of ice on roadways from freezing rain...Read More

Protect your children and pets from dangerous de-icers during snowy weather

With your massive snowfall, many Seattle residents will be reaching for dangerous, salt-based de-icers for sidewalks and driveways to get things melted. However, touching or eating...Read More

FREE Tax Preparation Assistance

Maple Valley Food Bank and Emergency Services will be hosting a FREEE assisted self-filing tax program for households that earn under $57,000 a year who would like to file their taxes...Read More

Free hot meals in the community

Maple Valley’s most elegant evening is coming up Friday, February 3, 2012. The Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra will be hosting its 4th annual Waltz Gala Ball at Lake Wilderness...Read More

Maple Valley’s Most Elegant Evening of the Year is Fast Approaching

Maple Valley’s most elegant evening is coming up Friday, February 3, 2012. The Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra will be hosting its 4th annual Waltz Gala Ball at Lake Wilderness...Read More

Hungry For Music Benefit Concert

Hungry for music is a 501 C 3 charity organization that supports music education and enrichment by acquiring and distributing quality musical instruments to underserved, low income...Read More

New Lead on 1991 Homicide Case

New information has been developed regarding the identity of the suspect in the murder of Sarah Yarborough. Sarah Yarborough was a 16-year-old who attended Federal Way High...Read More

Army Specialist who wanted to Serve Her Country Laid to Rest at Tahoma National Cemetery

She enlisted in the Army for two reasons: “To be a productive part of society and to serve her nation,” choosing at a very young age “to stand in the gap for others who could or wouldn’t...Read More

Maple Valley’s Most Elegant Evening of the Year is Fast Approaching

Maple Valley’s most elegant evening is coming up Friday, February 3, 2012. The Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra will be hosting its 4th annual Waltz...Read More

Snow in the forecast: prepare now for possible winter weather emergencies

The National Weather Service is forecasting cold weather and likely snowfall within the next several days. The King County Office of Emergency Management urges residents and businesses to prepare...Read More

Screening and Watershed meeting to be held

Tahoma Leadership Students Present The Second Annual Community Screening of the Watershed Report...Read More

‘Soup Ladies’ to the Rescue

On January 2 Maple Valley Fire Firefighters were toned out to a fully involved house fire just after...Read More

Adult, Child and Infant CPR/AED Class

Maple Valley Fire & Life Safety is offering an Adult, Child...Read More

Puget Sound Email Scam Alert

A nationwide phishing scam involves fraudulent emails claiming to be a Puget Sound Energy billing notification...Read More

Extortion Scam Related to Delinquent Payday Loans

The Internet Crime Complaint Center has received many complaints from victims of payday loan telephone collection scams. Callers claim the victim is delinquent in a payday loan...Read More

Volunteers Will Be Restoring Taylor Mountain Forest on January 16

King County, WA. Friends of the Cedar River Watershed (FCRW) will be joining King County Parks to host the first of several 2012 restoration projects in a newly acquired in-holding section...Read More

Tahoma Battles Long Time Rivals, Kentwood Conquerors

This past Friday on January 6th, the Tahoma Lady Bears traveled down the road to take on their number one rival: The Kentwood Conquerors. The girls showed up to the game...Read More

BREAKING NEWS - Maple Valley Council Names New Mayor

Maple Valley City Council chooses a new mayor, but retained the deputy mayor, for 2012-2014. Mayor Noel Gerken ...Read More

Front page news makers for 2011

For 43 years, the VOICE of the Valley has faithfully been bringing local news to the community on a weekly basis with great pride and dedication. Those making it to Front...Read More

Tacoma Museum Features Fascinating Facts on Little-Known Piece of Black Military History

TACOMA -- Former Buffalo Soldier, Trooper William Jones, died on December 3, 2009, at the age of 91. As part of his estate, he left the former Champions Plumbing & Pipe property...Read More

Shelby Lee Memorial Holiday Tournament

Shelby Selina Lee passed away on December 28, 2010 in Maple Valley, as a strong active girl who grew up in a wrestling community. Whether you lived in Kent, Maple Valley, Enumclaw...Read More

Chamber celebrates Christmas at Luncheon

Business owners and associates gathered around the Lake Wilderness Lodge Christmas tree for the Greater Maple Valley-Black Diamond Chamber of Commerce’s monthly luncheon held on Wednesday...Read More

Happy New Year from all of us at the VOICE of the Valley!

2012 is already upon us and what a year 2011 has been! We at the VOICE are proud to offer our community another year of service; including news, human interest pieces, sports...Read More

Steve Sogura to perform locally

Steve Sogura, an Elvis impersonator, will be performing locally very soon. Free shows at Muckleshoot casino...Read More

Black Diamond Elementary Students win VFW Essay Awards

“What is an American?” was the essay theme the VFW asked elementary students to write about last fall. Commander Mike Miller (left) and Jr. Vice Commander...Read More

Maple Valley Rotary Students of the Month

Maple Valley Rotary is proud to present the students of the month from Tahoma High School for the month...Read More

Stroup named to top 10

Brenna Stroup was named as one of the top 10 influential people at WSU...Read More

MV Rotary Shop with a Cop

For over 10 years, MV Rotary has been involved in the “Shop with a Cop” program for low income/at risk children. This year, 415 children were given $50 to shop for Christmas...Read More

Cherokee Bay family turns on the lights and gathers food

Christmas is that time of the year when many turn their thoughts and hearts towards giving to those with less – something not far from the hearts...Read More

MV Rotary Receives Grant for Homelessness Project

The Rotary Club of MV received a grant for their Homelessness project, and a check in the amount of $13,500 was presented to Colleen Starr, Executive Director of Vine Maple...Read More

Drill Squad Display Relocated

The display of the Maple Valley Junior High Ceremonial Drill Squad has been relocated from the Museum to the Junior High School. Mr. Jack Frost and parents were responsible for the...Read More

Collins Named Educator of the Year by VFW

V.F.W. Post 5052 proudly proclaims Mr. Cary Collins The educator of the year 2011-2012 for his outstanding commitment...Read More

MV Rotary Sends Braille Books to Nepal

In a country where it is believed that a person with a disability is paying for a past life sin, it is not surprising to learn that there are limited resources for children...Read More

TRM* serving the community in a whole new expanded building

Serving the Black Diamond/Maple Valley communities since 1969, TRM Wood Products not only has a new building, but they have and will be expanding their product lines for the building...Read More

Reflections Visual Art Program held at Glacier Park

The 2011-2012 Reflections (visual art) program was recently held at Glacier Park Elementary School. Congratulations to all the students who participated – there were a record...Read More

Kids playing outside become neighborhood heroes

Little did Justin Freeman, 7, or Brad Babbel, 6, know that when they went out to play in their neighborhood for a little while before supper they would become heroes...Read More

Kids playing outside become neighborhood heroes

Little did Justin Freeman, 7, or Brad Babbel, 6, know that when they went out to play in their neighborhood for a little while before supper they would become heroes...Read More

Youth Symphony Presents 'The Gift'

The Maple Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra is putting on a holiday concert December 16 complete with a visit from Santa and with a very special benefactor. The proceeds from their...Read More

Tahoma’s Got Talent!

By now you’ve probably heard the Tahoma Band marching in a parade or on the field and have been impressed with their sound and energy. Within the band, there are many standout...Read More

Tahoma High School Adds Another AP Scholar to Roster

Due to an administrative error by College Board, Tahoma Senior High student Corey Weary was omitted from the initial list of 2011 AP Scholars. Weary, a senior, joins one hundred...Read More

TJH Students Develop Rain Garden to Combat Pollution

Tahoma Junior High 9th grade students from Cary Collins’ Summit History class were given an assignment to develop a plan that would help...Read More

Helicopter at new Fred Meyer site indicates progress

At the November 28th Maple Valley City Council Meeting, the Tahoma Cross Country Team was recognized for their tremendous success this year at the state championship track meet...Read More

Helicopter at new Fred Meyer site indicates progress

Progress is being made daily with the building of Fred Meyer and TRM at 4-Corners. This past weekend...Read More

U CAN SHARE FOOD DRIVE

Find your Christmas Spirit this year… by giving! Give hope and give love with a donation to the Maple Valley Food bank. December 1 through December 18, Generational Hope Christian...Read More

Start the New Year Right with Dave Ramsey’s 'Financial Peace University'

Maple Valley Presbyterian Church will once again host “Financial Peace University,” Dave Ramsey’s entertaining and informative 13-week course on family finances, budgeting and debt...Read More

Christmas is a special family time for one and all at local churches

A list of Christmas church services for this year...Read More

Community Tree Lighting in Black Diamond

Santa Claus is coming to town Friday, December 2 at 6:30 p.m. at the Black Diamond Community Center! Bring everyone in the family and join them for a real treat and a fun hometown...Read More

Ye Olde Lump of Coal

Vine Maple Place is a local non-profit organization bringing hope, help, and housing to homeless children and their families. Each year, Palmer Coking Coal Company has made a tradition...Read More

Tis the Season for Thanks Giving

This year has been tough on almost everyone because of the economy and the high unemployment. Americans are a very resilient people. Even during troubling times, they are always...Read More

Holiday Lights Food Drive at Lake Wilderness Country Club

The Lake Wilderness Golf & Country Club will hold the annual Holiday Lights Food Drive to benefit the Maple Valley Food Bank on December 10th from 6 to 9 p.m. Homeowners...Read More

Jr. Pan Am and National Tae Kwon Do champ has eye on bigger gold

Talk to Master John Phillips, owner of Phillips Tae Kwon Do Center (PTC) located in the 4-Corners area of Maple Valley, and he will tell you that Drew Thompson, 16, of Maple...Read More

Art Inspired 'One of a Kind' Gifts at BazArt!

On Saturday, Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Creative Arts Center (Wilderness Business Park, 23220 Maple Valley Hwy SE, Ste 15) the MV Creative Arts Council will hold its 4th Annual...Read More

Wreaths Across America Coming to Tahoma National Cemetery

“Wreaths Across America,” the national non-profit organization dedicated to decorating the graves of our military veterans each holiday season, will be holding a wreath-laying ceremony...Read More

Construction helicopter at 4-Corners

A low flying, double rotor helicopter will be maneuvering at a very low altitude in the 4-Corners area on Saturday, December 3, beginning at 8 a.m. (with possible additional days...Read More

Trike-A-Thon

On a recent fall Saturday, Peace Lutheran Preschool celebrated its annual Trike-A-Thon Fundraiser, carnival, and BBQ lunch. While adults enjoyed the basket raffle, the preschoolers liked...Read More

Crowe thanks citizens for support

Saying thanks in her own special way to all those who supported her in her bid for Maple Valley City Council, candidate Karen Crowe took to the intersection of Wax Rd./Maple Valley...Read More

Chamber holds presentation on Identity Theft

Identity Theft is not only a huge concern for individuals, but businesses as well. During the Greater Maple Valley-Black Diamond Chamber of Commerce’s monthly luncheon held on Wednesday...Read More

Jerry Woods Holiday Fire Engine coming to Maple Valley neighborhoods

Once again, the Jerry Woods Holiday Fire Engine will be visiting the neighborhoods in the Maple Valley area this holiday...Read More

Tahoma Bears Go To Districts

Early in the school day on Friday, November 4, the Tahoma Bears Varsity Volleyball team traveled to Kentwood to compete in the WCD 4A volleyball...Read More

NW Quadrant business owners present solution to City

Businesses that were at one time encouraged to develop in the northwest quadrant of the 4 Corners area of the City of Maple Valley have increasingly over the last few years found...Read More

Deputy Mayor names Nov. 15 Tahoma FFA Day

Tahoma High School FFA teacher Mrs. Marie Page and her award-winning FFA students were presented with Mayoral Proclamation Monday...Read More

Study shows that the VOICE is #1 in readership of Maple Valley newspapers

Hebert Research, Inc. conducted a City of Maple Valley Community Survey on November 30, 2010. In that survey, respondents were asked what source of information they were most likely to utilize to find information...Read More

More WNC Wildcats Sign With Division I Programs

CARSON CITY - Four Western Nevada College baseball student athletes are signing with Division I programs during the early signing period that began this week. Players include...Read More

Honoring Jarod Newlove

Joseph Newlove of Bonney Lake, visits at the grave of his son, Petty Officer 2nd Class Jarod Paul Newlove, on Veterans Day...Read More

Students Honor Veterans

These photos are from MS. PLYER’S second graders from Shadow Lake Elementary School who have worked very hard to honor Veterans this year. They have written letters to Veterans...Read More

Thanksgiving Eve Service offered

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church invites you to join them in a celebration of praise and thanksgiving to the Lord for our many blessings. Wednesday, November 23 at 7:00...Read More

Tahoma Graduate Completes Marine Corps Basic Training

Jacob McHugh, a lifetime Maple Valley resident who attended Tahoma schools since the first grade, has graduated from Marine Corps basic training at the Marine Corps Recruiting...Read More

Maple Valley Rotary Students of the Month

Maple Valley Rotary is proud to present the students of the month from Tahoma High School for the month of November 2011...Read More

City’s Holiday Lights Celebration

The City of Maple Valley’s annual Holiday Lights Celebration is set for Wednesday, December 7 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Lake Wilderness Lodge, Park and Arboretum. Experience thousands...Read More

Where heroes rest and TJH service shines

Veterans are being honored through an annual service project established approximately 10 years ago at Tahoma Junior High School. Half of the freshman class, armed with buckets and scrub...Read More

Maple Valley Youth Host Area Veterans At Annual Dinner

Once again this year, the youth of the Maple Valley area congregations of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are sponsoring an annual dinner event honoring all Maple Valley....Read More

Fees Free During Veterans Day Weekend!

The U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) are waiving fees at most day-use recreation sites over Veterans Day weekend in honor of U.S. veterans and members of the U.S....Read More

Thursday, November 11 – Honoring our Veterans Day

Blustery or sunshiny weather matters not to those gathering at Tahoma National Cemetery (TNC) this coming Friday, November 11, beginning at 11 a.m. for a special Veterans Day service honoring...Read More

GIRLS SWIM AND DIVE

Tahoma Lady Bears came in 9th out of 20 teams in last weekend’s District Championship meet. The 200 Medley Relay qualified for districts, finishing 13th in prelims. Allanah Miller (12) finished 4th...Read More

Tahoma School District leads the way in recycling, composting

Tahoma School District is the first school district in King County to have all of its schools recycling...Read More

Bears Late Efforts, Come Too Late in Playoffs

The Tahoma Bears have had a season to remember, rolling into the playoffs with an incredible run late in the...Read More

Maple Valley CERT Class of 2011-2 Graduates!

Maple Valley Fire & Life Safety held its 12th CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) class and has twenty-four new...Read More

Cedar River Open House & Meeting

Do you call the Cedar River Valley home or among your favorite places to spend time? Is the natural beauty of the Cedar River part of why you live or play here? Perhaps your work or...Read More

‘Humble Soldier with a Huge Heart’ Laid to Rest at Tahoma National Cemetery

A proud soldier who “made an influence wherever he went throughout the world,” Staff Sergeant Nathan L. Wyrick was interred at Tahoma National Cemetery on Saturday afternoon, October 22. SSG Wyrick, 34, had lived...Read More

MVFB&ES Holiday Programs needs your help

Be on the lookout for the familiar MVFB&ES barrels around the community - awaiting your Holiday food and Children’s Christmas Gift donations. Each year, MVFB&ES provides local families...Read More

Cedar to Green River Trail Extension Ribbon Cutting in Maple Valley

The City of Maple Valley, in coordination with King County, made improvements to the Cedar to Green River (a.k.a. Lake Wilderness) Trail south of Kent Kangley Rd. (SR 516). The local...Read More

Tahoma JV Soccer: Girls rack up another win

Win after win. They just keep coming up with great ways to score. From headers to solo kicks, the Tahoma girls JV soccer team make it happen. On Thursday, October 20, 2011 the Bears...Read More

Tahoma grad takes on Iron Man

What would you do if faced with running a half Iron Man or going through graduation and saying farewell to your classmates one more...Read More

Deputy Julie Loofbourow retires after 20-year career with KCSO

Spending her entire 20-year career as a King County Sheriff’s Deputy out of Precinct #3, Julie Loofbourow made a number of friends while on the beat that she will miss seeing now...Read More

JV FOOTBALL Bears Heat Up in Cool Temperatures

On Monday October 24 your Tahoma Bears took on the Chargers of Kentridge. The game time temperature was at a freezing 41 degrees. The weather may have been chilly but the Bears offense...Read More

Tahoma XC Defeats Defending Champs

Tahoma had an almost perfect performance last Wednesday, October 12th, that sparked worry throughout the 4A Division. Tahoma arrived at Kentlake High School ready to race, not run. Auburn...Read More

Maple Valley Special Olympics has great year

Congratulations Maple Valley Special Olympics Softball and Skill teams for an amazing first year! Two teams qualified for...Read More

Yet another win, from the ones on top

Tahoma girls JV soccer team played an intense game against the Kent Meridian Royals on Tuesday, October 18, 2011; at French Field. They have one yet again with a score of 5-0. Yet another...Read More

Bears Come Back Big on Senior Night

Tahoma’s senior night was the game of the year for the Bears, as they put up forty-six points on a huge come from behind game in which they didn’t hold a lead until late in the third...Read More

Community Fall Carnival

Looking for a FUN, SAFE and FREE event to enjoy with your family? Join Generational Hope Christian Center from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Monday on October 31 for their annual...Read More

Chamber invites Black Diamond/Maple Valley candidates to a luncheon forum

Holding their third and final Candidate Forum during their monthly luncheon on Wednesday, October 19, Maple Valley/Black Diamond Chamber of Commerce invited both Black Diamond and Maple Valley City Council...Read More

In the Fight of His Life - A Soldier’s Heroic Journey of Survival and Healing

The first couple weeks of October 2010 constituted a particularly rough stretch for Zac and his family. He had been in and out of constant surgeries, including the experimental skin graft...Read More

Tahoma Marching Band is going places

Maple Valley can be proud of its Tahoma High School Marching Band. This year, the band has taken on new energy, enthusiasm, and look. Because of the talent of these students, they have been invited...Read More

Southeast Regional Shuttle Starts Up

The brand new Southeast Regional Shuttle (SRS) “hit the road” on Tuesday, September 6, with Malcolm Sires being the first passenger to step on board. SRS is offering all “transportation-dependant” individuals...Read More

MAPLE VALLEY’S BRIAN JOHNSON INDUCTED INTO COLLEGE HALL OF FAME

Brian Johnson, Tahoma class of 2002, was inducted into the Sonoma State University Lacrosse Hall of Fame last Saturday in Rohnert Park, California where he was a 2 year All-American, team captain...Read More

City of Maple Valley & King County Improving Trail South of Kent Kangley

The City of Maple Valley, in coordination with King County, is making improvements to the Cedar to Green River (Lake Wilderness) Trail south of Kent Kangley Road (SR 516). The local contractor...Read More

Art Gamblin Motors announces new look for Chevrolet dealership

Art Gamblin Motors is pleased to announce an image upgrade to their Chevrolet and Buick dealership at 1047 Highway 410 in Enumclaw. This remodel will consist of integrating a new Chevrolet entry with...Read More

Annual Haunted House at the Den

The Maple Valley Youth Council has been hard at work creating their Annual Haunted House. There will be two special Less Scary Nights...Read More

Major six-day closure on I-90 over Snoqualmie Pass started Sunday

Drivers need to plan for up two-hour delays or more
HYAK – Drivers face delays of up to two hours or more on Snoqualmie Pass next week when crews close one lane of eastbound Interstate 90 for six days straight in preparation for opening a brand new section of highway...Read More

In the Fight of His Life - A Soldier’s Heroic Journey of Survival and Healing

TO THEIR GREAT COMFORT, BENEFIT, AND APPRECIATION, THE wounded and their families at Walter Reed were not alone in their recoveries. They were the selfless attention of countless public...Read More

Area Council Vacancies

The Greater Maple Valley Unincorporated Area Council has five vacancies to fill. The Area Council serves as an all-volunteer, locally elected advisory...Read More

MV Model Train Show Next Weekend

Next weekend, October 15 and 16, the Greater Maple Valley Area Council is sponsoring the 14th Annual Maple Valley Model Train Show in the Gracie Hansen Community Center (Rock Creek Sports building)...Read More

When Coal Was King

The Danville mine was originally opened in 1896 when a rock tunnel was driven across the coal strata in an area south of the Cedar River near the Summit-Landsburg road. Early mining was on the Frasier coal...Read More

Black Diamond Historical Society to hold election and raffle

Election of officers to head up the Black Diamond Historical Society (BDHS) will be just one of the items taking place at the upcoming...Read More

Community Fall Carnival

Looking for a FUN, SAFE and FREE event to enjoy with your family? Join Generational Hope Christian Center from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Monday on October 31...Read More

In the Fight of His Life - A Soldier’s Heroic Journey of Survival and Healing

FOR HIS PARENTS, NO SMALL PART OF HELPING THEIR SON, ZACERY Blaisdell, required mastering the culture and the ins and outs of the massive Walter...Read More

City’s Valley Holiday Lights Celebration December 7

The City of Maple Valley’s annual Holiday Lights Celebration is set for Wednesday, December 7 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Lake Wilderness Lodge, Park and Arboretum. Experience thousands of festive lights, creative...Read More

Locals witness Reno Air Race tragedy

Men, women, and children came from near, far and overseas to watch as well as take part in the annual National Championship Air Races & Air Show in Reno, Nevada – but little did they know...Read More

BLACK DIAMOND POLICE DEPARTMENT TAKING BACK UNWANTED PRESCRIPTION DRUGS

On October 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Black Diamond Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will give the public another opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft...Read More

Free Fall Planting and Mulching Workshop

Friends of the Cedar River Watershed’s Stewardship in Action is continuing their 2011 workshop series with Planting and Mulching 101. This is a free workshop to provide the public with...Read More

Fall Foliage Festival 2011 Sat. October 15 to Sat. 22

10 a.m — 4 p.m. < FREE Admission for all! Fall Color Tours, Classes, & On-site Plant Sale...Read More

Garrett McGann Receives Pack Merit Award for Lifesaving

Black Diamond Cub Scout Pack 581 presented Garrett McGann with The Pack Merit Award for Lifesaving...Read More

In the Fight of His Life - A Soldier’s Heroic Journey of Survival and Healing

FOR MANY OF OUR WOUNDED WARRIORS, THEIR FAMILIES, FRIENDS, AND fellow soldiers, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, which closed this past August, was the medical flagship of the nation. For them...Read More

Microquake reported near Maple Heights

The magnitude 2.8 event occurred 1 km ESE of Maple Heights-Lake Desire, WA, SE of East Renton Highlands, WA on 9-22-11. To help prepare for a disaster, the City of Maple Valley encourages...Read More

They were talking dirt!

They were talking dirt! – at the Greater Maple Valley-Black Diamond Chamber of Commerce’s monthly luncheon held on Wednesday, September 21, at Lake Wilderness Lodge. Nationally recognized for their organic...Read More

In the Fight of His Life - A Soldier’s Heroic Journey of Survival and Healing

EVERY OTHER DAY, THE PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO LANDSTUHL REGIONAL Medical Center, a major Army installation located near Landstuhl, Germany, welcomes a flight of America’s wounded warriors from the war...Read More

Poker Tournament for Shop with a Cop

Maple Valley Rotary is holding a Texas Hold 'em poker tournament to raise money for Shop with a Cop on Friday, September 30 at the Lake Wilderness Golf Course. The deal starts at 6:00...Read More

Mayor…what does that term mean in Maple Valley?

Politics are in the air as Maple Valley Councilmembers prepare for the upcoming elections. One position, however, has never been found on the City of Maple Valley ballot, and that is – Mayor...Read More

Honoring Our Flag & Those Lost on 9/11

Wonder Lake at the Eielson Visitor Center in Denali National Park on September 11, 2011 while the flag was half-mast on the most beautiful day in Alaska imaginable to honor those who...Read More

More Herbs, Less Salt - It’s Guest Chef Day at the MV Farmers’ Market

With the vast popularity of chef and cooking shows, area residents will be eager to flock to this Saturday’s Maple Valley Farmer’s Market when Chef Cindy Gregory and her team from Cedar...Read More

Creation or Evolution

“Creation vs. Evolution”, a live and colorful DIGTAL program display hosted by Dr. Thomas P. Hoyle will be featured at Generational Hope Christian Center on Sunday September 25 at 6 p.m...Read More

In the Fight of His Life - A Soldier’s Heroic Journey of Survival and Healing

Part 4 of 8....Read More

Fresh Wenatchee Apples available now!

10 and 20 lb boxes of Red and Golden Delicious apples fresh from the Wenatchee area will be on sale starting Oct. 10. Come in to the Maple Valley Presbyterian Church office between 9 and 4 Monday....Read More

Vote for Woodcock, Maple Valley City Council, Position 1

My name is Bill Woodcock and I say it is time to move Maple Valley forward. It is time to take action to ensure the future of Maple Valley. Through smart economic development, through well thought out goals and timelines to accomplish these goals, we can have a big impact, if we work together....Read More

We Remember 9/11

ONE FLAG to represent every ten people who perished in the 9/11 attacks lines the street in front of Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church on SE 216th Way in Maple Valley. Dale Fix...Read More

Local Grant Funding Available for Maple Valley’s Make a Difference Day 2011

October 22, 2011 marks the 21st anniversary of Make A Difference Day, the nation's largest day of community service. Millions of Americans will unite in a common mission to improve the...Read More

In the Fight of His Life - A Soldier’s Heroic Journey of Survival and Healing

THEY ENCOMPASS SUCH FLEETING TRANSITIONS. THOSE MARKERS BY which the stages of a life are framed and measured: childhood, adolescence, early adulthood, civilian life, a young man in the Army fighting...Read More

Tina McGann is running for ESD Board Pos. 4

Tina McGann is an avid supporter of the Enumclaw School District and passionate about her family and community. This passion has driven her to become highly involved with many local organizations....Read More

Second Annual Chili Cook-off Heats Up the Farmers’ Market

My name is Bill Woodcock and I say it is time to move Maple Valley forward. It is time to take action to ensure the future of Maple Valley. Through smart economic development, through well thought out goals and timelines to accomplish these goals, we can have a big impact, if we work together....Read More

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