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Maple Valley Food Bank has announced a change in its service area, effective Feb. 1, 2025. The entire city of Black Diamond will no longer be included in the service area, meaning residents outside the Tahoma School District will lose access to additional programs such as rent/mortgage assistance...

February 3, 2025, marks a significant advancement in cancer care with the opening of Phase 1A of Valley’s comprehensive cancer center in South King County. Situated in the East Pavilion of Valley’s main campus, this modern facility consolidates the hospital’s renowned cancer programs and services...

Governor Bob Ferguson took immediate action on housing, reproductive freedom, and permitting reform by signing three executive orders shortly after his inauguration on Jan. 15, 2025.

CCIIO and the FTC have issued a partnership letter regarding compliance guidance. This resource, dated Jan. 1, 2025, includes a dynamic list of information related to the partnership. The letter emphasizes the cooperation between the Centers for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight (CCIIO...

In 2024, Imagine Housing celebrated community engagement and achievements in affordable housing on the Eastside. Case managers organized more than 450 community events and provided essential items to thousands of residents. Maintenance efforts, supported by two grants from the Washington State De...

For more than 50 years, Olive Crest has been a leader in child abuse prevention and family restoration, emphasizing trauma-informed care for survivors of human sex trafficking. These survivors often face complex trauma, distrust in relationships, and mental health challenges such as PTSD, anxiety...

Governor-elect Bob Ferguson has formed a transition committee to shield Washingtonians from potential harms of “Project 2025.” The committee, co-chaired by Jennifer M. Allen, CEO of Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, and King County Councilmember Jorge L. Barón, will focus on issues including...

Governor-elect Bob Ferguson has appointed Lieutenant Governor Denny Heck to lead the housing transition effort, focusing on Ferguson’s housing priorities for the first 100 days of his term. The Housing Subcommittee will consist of members from Ferguson’s bipartisan transition team and key stakeho...

Governor-elect Ferguson has hosted his first listening sessions focused on the Washington State ferry system. The sessions involved the Inlandboatmen’s Union (IBU), Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association (MEBA), elected officials, business leaders, and commuters. Ferguson emphasized the importa...

Governor-elect Bob Ferguson of Washington state has announced his budget priorities, which include approximately $4 billion in reduced state spending and $800 million in new investments. The savings would come from reducing state agency spending, resolving disputes in the tobacco master settlemen...

Depression presents various challenging symptoms, such as sadness, irritability, and feelings of hopelessness. It can disrupt daily life, but treatment is possible. Mindfulness, a key focus in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), has been shown to alleviate symptoms like negative thinking and diff...

A new workshop titled “Eat Smart,” led by registered dietitian Courtney McCliment at Valley’s Lifestyle Medicine clinics, aims to help participants reset their relationship with food by focusing on nutrition and well-being. The three-session workshop will cover essential topics, including:

WorkSource Seattle-King County has released its biweekly Resource Digest for Jan. 8, 2025. This digest provides essential resources and information for job seekers and employers in the Seattle-King County area. It includes updates on job openings, training programs, and workshops aimed at enhanci...

At Valley Medical Center, the Cancer Services team exemplifies a commitment to compassionate care, treating patients like family during their challenging journeys. Chermaine Wulff, the infusion center manager, praises the team’s dedication and expresses excitement for the future as they expand th...