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Hey there, Renton! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a new Renton facility is reshaping library service across King County
  • What we know about the SR 167 shooting at 180th in Renton
  • Why Renton's Flock camera rollout is paused for a virtual town hall

Also on today's calendar: Highland Neighborhood Yards Sales Friday, Saturday and Sunday 21,22,#23. and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is full of holes but still holds water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunny spells, with a high of 84 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Saturday: Showers around; not as warm, temps: high: 76, low: 62.
  • Sunday: Pleasant with periods of sun, with a high of 75 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. North America's Largest Library Materials-Sorting System Opens in Renton (mynorthwest.com) — Renton is now home to King County Library System's new $5.2 million Central Sorting facility, the largest of its kind in North America, which just opened yesterday. The high-tech system dramatically speeds up and streamlines how books and other materials move through KCLS, reinforcing Renton's role as a key regional hub and bringing more efficient service to local library users.
   

2. Suspect in custody after shooting on SR 167 in Renton; victim hospitalized (komonews.com) — A driver was hospitalized with a non-life-threatening shoulder wound after a shooting Thursday evening on the southbound SR 167 off-ramp to 180th Street in Renton, and another driver is now in custody. Washington State Patrol troopers are still investigating the incident, which marks the second freeway shooting in King County this week and raises fresh concerns about roadway safety for Renton commuters.
   

3. Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson's favorability drops in new poll (fox13seattle.com) — Renton readers will notice FOX 13 flagging that the city's planned Flock license-plate cameras are on hold while officials prepare a virtual town hall, signaling an upcoming public-safety debate close to home. That update appears alongside new polling showing Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson's favorability plunging 20 points amid concerns over safety and transparency.
   

4. New initiative to support immigrants, refugees in King County (seattleweekly.com) — A new King County fund, backed in part by the Renton Regional Community Foundation, will invest $900,000 to support immigrants and refugees, especially in South King County. RRCF will match at least $250,000 and help lead the effort, which focuses on basic needs, safety, mental health, and rapid response for families affected by federal immigration enforcement.
   

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    I've searched online and a few bakeries came up but when I went to their actual sites, there was no mention of gluten free cakes. If anyone has… (Nextdoor Forest Estates)
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    White/black blue jingly collar. Can provide exact location if someone recognizes. Could just be an outdoor kitty but let me know. (Nextdoor Lower Kennydale)
  • Renton Technical College posted a job opening for Substitute Custodian I / Swing Shift in Renton. Apply here.
  • Sekisui Aerospace posted a job opening for Aerospace Production Associates & Machine Operators 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: A sponge (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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