Federal Way Mirror

The December 2006 windstorms that knocked out power across the region also led to improved emergency preparedness in Federal Way. St. Vincent de Paul Church emerged as a primary emergency shelter in the city. Full Story »

It had all the hype and plenty of big-name players, but Tuesday night’s boys basketball game between top-ranked Federal Way and No. 3 Kentwood only provided half of the substance. Full Story »

The city council could soon consider increased pedestrian safety measures at dangerous crosswalks across Federal Way. The move began with citizens concerned about a crosswalk near Belmor mobile home park. That has led to staff proposing more widespread action. Full Story »

Police responded to a bank robbery at 3:03 p.m. Dec. 7 at Key Bank, 1918 S.W. Campus Drive. The suspect is described as a male in his 30s, measuring approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall. The man wore a gray hooded sweatshirt and bluejeans. Full Story »

This year, the loudest supporters of the technology levy bond put forth by the Federal Way School District are those who know the most about how technology affects education — students. Full Story »

Christian Faith Center , 33645 20th Ave. S. in Federal Way, will host a live feed of the Dec. 8 memorial services for the four slain Lakewood police officers. Full Story »

Federal Way's garbage disposal services and fees will increase marginally next year. The city council, on Dec. 1, revised and renewed the city's contract with Waste Management for another seven-year period. Beginning in March, the rates for waste disposal services will rise. Full Story »

A H1N1 influenza vaccination clinic will be in operation Dec. 5 and 9 in Federal Way. The clinic, located at the Federal Way Public Health Center, 33431 13th Place S., is one of four clinics operating today and Wednesday in King County. Full Story »

Federal Way is preparing to adopt a 2009-2010 mid-biennium budget that reflects more staff layoffs, but maintains a consistent level of public services. Full Story »

Federal Way police responded to a bank robbery at 2:32 p.m. Dec. 4 at HomeStreet Bank, 33525 Pacific Highway South. The suspect is a male in his 30s with a scruffy appearance, black jacket and blue jeans. Full Story »

• Attempted abduction: At 12:43 p.m. Nov. 24 in the 33400 block of 21st Avenue Southwest, a man called police to report an attempted abduction of his daughter. Full Story »

The Federal Way City Council decided unanimously Tuesday to discontinue its search for a new city manager. The council voted to terminate a contract with Prothman, a consultant. Full Story »

Federal Way residents will wait a year for their chance to elect a mayor. The city council voted unanimously Tuesday to hold the mayoral election in November. Deputy mayor Eric Faison was absent from the meeting. The cost of the election was the driving factor in the decision. Full Story »

A Federal Way woman said she may buy a shotgun after spotting a "peeping tom" on her property. Full Story »