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During the week of Nov. 12-19, community members filled shoeboxes with school supplies, toys and hygiene items to send to children in need around the world. Stephanie Quiroz/staff photo.

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Eastside churches and schools participate in global Christmas project

National Collection Week for operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts were collected Nov. 12-19.

Bellevue resident Evelyn Clark was crowned Miss Washington USA 2019 on Nov. 4. Photo courtesy of Miss Washington USA.

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Bellevue resident is named Miss Washington USA 2019

Evelyn Clark is crowned Miss Washington USA on Nov. 4.

Now is best time to talk to kids about vaping

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Now is best time to talk to kids about vaping

Gregory Maddox, MD, a primary care physician with Overlake, talks about e-cigarette dangers.

OPINION: KCLS supports citizen engagement year-round

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OPINION: KCLS supports citizen engagement year-round

Column by Lisa Rosenblum, the director of the King County Library System.

Members of the King County Council join retiring executive director of ARCH Arthur Sullivan after the council recognized Sullivan as a voice for affordable housing in East King County. Photo courtesy of King County.

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King County Council recognizes ARCH’S Arthur Sullivan

Executive director of A Regional Coalition for Housing retires after three decades.

Wine and Justice is a fundraiser that supports civil legal aid for low-income families in East King County. Attendees heard from Microsoft’s Strategic Policy Advisor, David Heiner and ELAP attorneys on Oct. 25. Photo courtesy of ELAP.

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Campaign for Equal Justice hosts third annual Bellevue Wine and Justice fundraiser

More than 80 people attended the third annual Wine and Justice event at Cast Iron Studios in Bellevue…

LifeSpring uncorks more than half a million dollars

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LifeSpring uncorks more than half a million dollars

Bellevue auction and benefit sees success.

GoFundMe gets Gandhi replacement glasses

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GoFundMe gets Gandhi replacement glasses

More than $1,500 was raised to repair the Mahatma Gandhi statue at the Bellevue Library.

South Bellevue Community Center hosts eighth annual Great Pumpkin Race

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South Bellevue Community Center hosts eighth annual Great Pumpkin Race

Pumpkins were raced down the hill for prizes before a Halloween-themed carnival.

Ashton, 13, Chloe, 11, Cameron, 15, and their mother Joanne Wilson pose for a photo in front of their Habitat for Humanity townhome in Bellevue. Photo by Jose Perez.                                 Ashton, 13, Chloe, 11, Cameron, 15, and their mother Joanne Wilson pose for a photo in front of their Habitat for Humanity townhome in Bellevue. Photo by Jose Perez.                                 Ashton, 13, Chloe, 11, Cameron, 15, and their mother Joanne Wilson pose for a photo in front of their Habitat for Humanity townhome in Bellevue. Photo by Jose Perez.                                 Ashton, 13, Chloe, 11, Cameron, 15, and their mother Joanne Wilson pose for a photo in front of their Habitat for Humanity townhome in Bellevue. Photo by Jose Perez.

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Habitat townhome provides stability

Bellevue family facing serious health and housing challenges receive home

The Ride2 Eastgate shuttle service will operate in the 2-to 3-mile area joining Interstate 90, including Lake Hills, Factoria, Somerset and Lakemont neighborhoods. Photo courtesy of King County.

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King County Metro launches first ride-hailing application for on-demand shuttle service

King County Metro embraces mobile technology in order to provide costumers with convenient first-and last-mile service reliable transit.

Bellevue Fire Department welcomes community at the annual open house

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Bellevue Fire Department welcomes community at the annual open house

The Bellevue Fire Department once again held their annual open house event on Saturday, Oct. 13.

Keynote speaker Jenny Lay-Flurrie, Microsoft’s Chief Accessibility Officer, spoke of creating technologies, workplaces, and communities that celebrate and harness the power of people of all abilities, and how she has found strength through her own disability. Madison Miller/staff photo.

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Kindering raises more than $330,000 at annual luncheon

Kindering CEO retires after 40 years at the helm.

Bellevue schools participate in nationwide Walk to School Day with BFD

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Bellevue schools participate in nationwide Walk to School Day with BFD

Walk to School day promotes walking as an active, safe and healthy way to get around.

Jackson Galaxy, host of “My Cat from Hell” transfers 150 cats from California to shelters in Washington

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Jackson Galaxy, host of “My Cat from Hell” transfers 150 cats from California to shelters in Washington

Jackson Galaxy helps transfer 30 cats to Seattle Humane on Sept. 28.

Indian-American groups celebrate Gandhi’s 150th birthday at Bellevue Library

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Indian-American groups celebrate Gandhi’s 150th birthday at Bellevue Library

Indian-American groups and city representatives celebrated of Gandhi’s 150th birthday on Oct. 2.

Student designs RFID system to enhance school safety; named top 30 finalist in STEM competition

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Student designs RFID system to enhance school safety; named top 30 finalist in STEM competition

Newport High School student is named among top young scientists in the country.

Assistant teacher, Ms. Jyoti prompts questions for the preschoolers. Stephanie Quiroz/staff photo.

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Goddard School holds 11th annual preschooler-approved toy test

Children at Goddard School test toys for top 10 list.

Two Eastside friends develop a service provider application

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Two Eastside friends develop a service provider application

Amin Shaykho and Marwan El-Rukby develop a local startup called Kadama.

KidsQuest receives $733,000 from King County Council

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KidsQuest receives $733,000 from King County Council

KidsQuest Children’s Museum has been awarded $733,000 in a donation from the King County Council.