Driver in Training Mistaken for Reckless Driving and a Domestic Violence Arrest in March 12 Blotter

A roundup of Enumclaw police reports from Monday, March 12.

Parenting on the Plateau: It's a Dad's World

The dynamic in the modern family is changing and dad's taking a more interactive role.

Setting Some Limits on Pint-Sized Style

Are we spending too much to dress our kids?

Update: EHS Sports Cancellations, Postponements and Weather Notices March 13

The overnight snow has caused schedule changes for local school districts.

Parenting on the Plateau: Let's Fly Away

Spring Break is coming. Are you ready for it?

Andrea Lyng is March Winner in Patch-sponsored Makeover Contest

Andrea wrote to Patch about being a stay-at-home mom of two kids on a limited income and she wins a $350 makeover prize from Sleek Hair Design and Skin Deep in Enumclaw.

Is the Washington State Sales Tax Regressive?

In examining the argument that the sales tax hurts the poor, Owen Gabrielson posits what the picture would look like if expenditures rather than income were used to gauge a person's financial stature.

A $2,300 Outboard Motor Stolen, Noise and Trespassing Complaints in March 9 through March 11 Blotter

A roundup of Enumclaw police reports from Friday, March 9 through Sunday, March 11.

Your Photos: EHS Color Guard Take Sixth in Weekend Competition

Assistant Coach Janet Johnson shared some photos with Patch readers from the weekend's International Dream Competition in Bonney Lake.

Collectible Empty Bowls Benefitting Local Food Programs Available Through March

Handmade bowls that were made to support the Empty Bowls event March 2 are still available for purchase with proceeds going to local food banks.

A Rundown of Major Fire Expenditures in 2010 and 2011

King County Fire District No. 28 Chief Joe Clow provided the following figures representing the major expenses the District faced in pre-annexation in 2010 and post-annexation in 2011.

King County Fire District No. 28 Modular Home Project Cost $307,411

The project to add a living quarters to the Cumberland station began following a fire in 2009 in which the response time was far from ideal, said Chief Joe Clow.

Updated: EHS Sports Events for March 14 through March 17

A roundup of Enumclaw High School sports events from Wednesday, March 14 through Saturday, March 17, with weather-related changes.

Four from Enumclaw Headed to Knights of Columbus State Free Throw Competition

George Rossman, representing the Sacred Heart Council of the local Knights of Columbus, reported that the two boys and two girls won their age group divisions at a regional competition in Burien Saturday.

Benefit for Enumclaw Family Struck by Triple Misfortune Set for Saturday, March 17

Martin Nachtsheim had been the caring for his baby who had been born prematurely and wife Melissa who was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer before he was severely injured in a traffic accident in January.

Readers' Choice: Best Place to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day? (Polling Closed)

Tell us where you go to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

Bellah Top Enumclaw Firefighter to Finish Scott Stairclimb 2012

Twenty-one Enumclaw fire firefighters participated in the 2012 Scott Firefighter Stairclimb at the Columbia Center in Seattle.

Heads Up: City Council and Fire District Meetings Tonight

The Enumclaw City Council seeks to solidify its position to not roll back the city tax levy rate in the event that voters approve of the library annexation while King County Fire District No. 28 hosts a public info meeting at the Cumberland.

College Planning Seminar Rescheduled for March 29

The presentation by education expert Charlie Hoff was postponed from its original January date due to snow and ice.

Goodluck to the Scott Firefighter Stairclimb 2012 Participants

Twenty-two members of Enumclaw/King County Fire District No. 28 will be participating in this annual event Sunday morning at the Columbia Center, benefiting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

Community Opens Hearts and Wallets in Support of Boy Scout Troop 422

At the end of the night, the live auction alone raised more than $14,000 to help fund the troop's Florida Sea Base high adventure trip this year.

Woman, Two Children Hurt in ATV Accident in Selleck

Investigators are looking into whether or not alcohol was involved.

Suspicious Green Jetta, a Hit and Run and Medical Aid at the Pool in March 8 Blotter

A roundup of Enumclaw police reports from Thursday, March 8.

Enumclaw Emergency Response Receives $10,000 Grant Toward Purchase of Power Stretcher

The money comes from Propel Insurance and the Fireman's Fund Insurance Company through a philanthropic program designed to provided needed equipment, training and educational tools to fire and burn prevention organizations.

WSDOT Crews Starting Work to Clear Cayuse Pass

Work will begin clearing Chinook Pass on State Route 410 in April.

King County Community Service Centers Open for “Passport Day in the USA” Saturday

No appointment needed for special passport application event on March 10.

Leaps and Bounds Preschool Your Favorite in Readers' Choice Poll

Love your preschool? Review them on their Places page.

Residential Burglary, Shoplifting and a Possible Stolen Dog in March 7 Blotter

A roundup of Enumclaw police reports from Wednesday, March 7.

Get Out: Les Misérables, Annie, Daffodil Festival Princess Tea and More

Check out our picks for the top activities and hot spots to hit this weekend.

King County Fire District No. 44 Report for Feb. 28 through March 5

The following information was provided by King County Fire District No. 44 public information officer Tim Perciful and covers Feb. 28 to March 5.

Spring Forward March 11: Daylight Saving Time 2012

We lose an hour on Sunday, as Daylight Saving Time begins.

New Vision for Rainier School Funded in Bipartisan Budget

Sen. Pam Roach said this week that $100,000 has been appropriated in the Senate-passed bipartisan 2012 supplement operating budget for the Rainier School Vision Development Committee.

Dahlquist Recognized as ‘Legislator of the Year’ by Law Enforcement Group

The Fraternal Order of Police give 31st District lawmaker its highest award for authoring a bill that protects criminal justice workers from harassment.

EHS Sports Events March 9 and March 10

A round up of Enumclaw High School sports events Friday, March 9 and Saturday, March 10.

Treat Receipt Back at Starbucks Today

Half-price afternoon special continues through March 14

Interested in Working to Bring a Sustainable Local Food Program to Enumclaw?

There will be a meeting tonight at St. Elizabeth Hospital for people who would like to work at the committee level toward establishing a local food program.

Three Thefts and Break-ins in March 5 and March 6 Blotter

A roundup of Enumclaw police reports from Monday, March 5 and Tuesday, March 6.

Email To The Editor: WSP Chief Batiste Thanks Community For Show Of Support

Chief Batiste thanks the citizens of Washington for the support WSP received in the wake of Trooper Tony Radulescu death.

Enumclaw High School Drama Presents Les Misérables

Drama teacher and director Darrell Miller says this might be the school's biggest production yet with nearly 95 people involved.

It’s Tax Season. Do You Know all the Tax Credits that Might Benefit You?

Tax tips from the Small Business Administration.