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Morning Renton! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How did Renton's buses and sidewalks compare to Sammamish's sprawl?
  • Can you help Renton police identify this downtown lewd conduct suspect?
  • Why did the Seahawks swap a 'Hard Knocks' favorite for a veteran?

Also on today's calendar: Live Music at dock & drink ft. Alex Rasmussen and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A passing shower, with a high of 72 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Sunday: Nice with periods of sun, temps: high: 73, low: 54.
  • Monday: A passing shower or two, with a high of 69 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Sammamish and Renton Bus Trip (seattletransitblog.com) — A transit enthusiast spends a day riding new and existing bus routes into Sammamish and especially through the Renton Highlands, Renton Technical College, and downtown Renton, sharing timings, ridership, and walkability impressions. If you rely on buses, you'll find specific notes on routes 105, 106, 111 and how they connect neighborhoods, parks, and the Renton Transit Center after the latest service changes.
   

2. Renton Police seek help to ID man who reportedly exposed himself (rentonreporter.com) — Renton police are asking residents to help identify a man who allegedly exposed and pleasured himself outside a downtown business on Sept. 2 in the 200 block of Williams Avenue South. Officers couldn't find him after he fled, so anyone who recognizes the man in the released photo is urged to contact Sgt. Thielman and reference case #26-6804.
   

3. Seahawks sign Bobby Hart, release 'Hard Knocks' fan favorite (kiro7.com) — From their Renton headquarters, the Seahawks have added veteran offensive tackle Bobby Hart to the practice squad just days before the season opener, while releasing 'Hard Knocks' favorite Uso Seumalo. The move tweaks depth on the offensive line as Seattle prepares to host the New England Patriots at Lumen Field on Sept. 9.
   

4. 'You knew what you were selling': Federal Way man sentenced to 9 years in fentanyl conspiracy (mynorthwest.com) — A large federal fentanyl-trafficking case tied to a Seattle-area gang has led to multiple prison sentences, including 70 months for 22-year-old Robert Johnson of Renton. Prosecutors say the family-run ring moved hundreds of thousands of pills across several states, and more alleged leaders are set for trial in 2027 after major drug and cash seizures.
   

5. Pierce County moves to block new ICE detention centers (knkx.org) — Pierce County is poised to extend its temporary ban on new or expanded detention centers, mirroring moratoriums already passed in Renton and other nearby jurisdictions. For Renton residents, it's another sign that local governments around the region are rethinking where and how immigration and other detention facilities can be built, with long-term zoning changes and public input still ahead.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Discord: The Lifeline We Don't Talk About for Deployed Troops —Dan Telford Read on Patch
  • Finding Calm as a New Teacher: Stepping Into the School Year with Confidence —Swannee Rivers Read on Patch
  • Bear in the yard this morning and on 8/13.
    I've heard of bear in the neighborhood years ago during a garbage strike, but have never seen one here before. (Nextdoor Fairwood Greens)
  • Public Storage posted a job opening for Customer Service - Self Storage Manager in Renton. Apply here.
  • Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Shift Manager - Part Time - Tukwila/Renton/KCU/Everett in Renton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Renton here.

Ok Renton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Times Square (Thank you Jean K. for sending it in!)
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