Drew Dotson

Tacoma

Journalist at Renton Reporter

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City approves funding for Renton Student Health Hub

6 days ago | rentonreporter.com | Drew Dotson

The Renton Student Health Hub connects students to mental health and behavioral services thanks to funding by the city of Renton. At the 2025 Renton State of the City address, Mayor Armondo Pavone highlighted the health hub and said it helps enhance youth access to critical health services.
Renton City Council considers ways to protect LGBTQ rights

6 days ago | kentreporter.com | Drew Dotson

The Renton City Council discussed creating a proclamation or resolution protecting LGBTQ+ rights before members of the community expressed their support of the latter. At the April 7 committee of the whole meeting, members of the Renton City Council worked to decide the next step in creating a proclamation or resolution for LGBTQ+ rights.
‘Speed cushions’ slow down drivers on Lake Washington Blvd.

6 days ago | rentonreporter.com | Drew Dotson

After a traffic study, results are in that the speed cushions on Lake Washington Boulevard in Renton are working to reduce speeding. The 10 sets of speed cushions installed along Lake Washington Boulevard, between Houser Way North and Burnett Avenue, have caused a significant reduction in speeding on the street, according to a 2024 traffic study. Renton civil engineer Blake Costa said this portion of Lake Washington Boulevard has historically been a speeding area.
Renton City Council considers ways to protect LGBTQ rights

6 days ago | rentonreporter.com | Drew Dotson

The Renton City Council discussed creating a proclamation or resolution protecting LGBTQ+ rights before members of the community expressed their support of the latter. At the April 7 committee of the whole meeting, members of the Renton City Council worked to decide the next step in creating a proclamation or resolution for LGBTQ+ rights.
Art Walk returns to downtown Renton

1 week ago | rentonreporter.com | Drew Dotson

The Art Walk is returning to downtown Renton to showcase the works of new emerging artists in a vibrant community event. The Renton Downtown Partnership will be hosting the 2025 Art Walk at local businesses throughout downtown Renton. The event offers an opportunity for people to explore diverse artworks while supporting the local creative community. The Art Walk will take place on the fourth Wednesdays of the month from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m, starting on April 23.
Renton to host national soccer team for 2026 FIFA World Cup

2 weeks ago | kentreporter.com | Drew Dotson

Renton will host a national soccer team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. At the 2025 State of the City address, Mayor Armondo Pavone announced a national soccer team will call Renton and Sounders FC Longacres facility home while competing in the 2026 World Cup. “The World Cup is the world’s largest event of any kind and it is hard to overstate the potential impact of a major national team calling Renton home for the duration for the tournament,” Pavone said.
Renton to host national soccer team for 2026 FIFA World Cup

2 weeks ago | rentonreporter.com | Drew Dotson

Renton will be hosting a national soccer team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. At the 2025 State of the City address, Mayor Armondo Pavone announced a national soccer team will call Renton and Sounders FC Longacres facility home while competing in the 2026 World Cup. “The World Cup is the world’s largest event of any kind and it is hard to overstate the potential impact of a major national team calling Renton home for the duration for the tournament,” Pavone said.
Pre-summer repairs on tap for Henry Moses Aquatic Center

2 weeks ago | rentonreporter.com | Drew Dotson

The Henry Moses Aquatic Center will be receiving needed repairs before the summer season. On March 10, the city of Renton awarded a bid to DM Pacific LLC for the Henry Moses Aquatic Center Maintenance and Repair Project.
Renton Civic Academy’s inaugural class graduates

3 weeks ago | rentonreporter.com | Drew Dotson

The city of Renton recently graduated the inaugural class of its Civic Academy, a program intended to give residents a better understanding of how the local government works. Renton Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Kristi Rowland said the program covers topics such as what the city does and doesn’t do, the structure of the government and the city’s programs.
Renton Police Department expands vehicle fleet

3 weeks ago | kentreporter.com | Drew Dotson

The Renton Police Department is set to add 18 vehicles to its fleet in a purchase of more than a million dollars. At the March 17 Renton City Council meeting, the council approved the authorization to purchase 18 vehicles for the police department at a total cost of $1,136,266.15. The vehicles will replace 14 of the the department’s current 185 vehicles, while the other four vehicles are for new approved positions in the police department.