Nicole Keys, 18, says Kent Youth and Family Services provided her with counseling, which allowed her to feel better about going into crowded spaces, such as the grocery store where she now works. (Ellen M. Banner / The Seattle Times)
Nicole Keys says Kent Youth and Family Services provided her with counseling, which allowed her to feel better about going into crowded spaces, such as the grocery store where she now works. (Ellen M. Banner / The Seattle Times)
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Tracy Lyne brought multiple albums of photos of her missing sister Katya, who vanished in March 1997 when she was 15. An investigation remains open with no results. (At Time Out Ale House and Grill in Federal Way) Katya Lyne went missing when she was 15 years old in Federal Way in March, 1997. Tracy Lyne holds a gathering and brought multiple albums of photos of her sister. Saturday on Dec 4. 2021 Missing since March 1997 at age 15 218980
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Nicole Keys, 18, stands in front of the Renton Safeway where she works Monday, December 6, 2021. She is in the mental health program at Kent Youth and Family Centers and receives counseling services. Because of her anxiety and depression, she avoided going outside and into crowded places, like the grocery store, so she would have panic attacks and stay in the car. After going to counseling she was able to start going outside and into crowded spaces and now works at a grocery store. Kent Youth and Family Services is a nonprofit that serves a majority low-income population in South King County. One of their longest-standing programs is Behavioral Health, which includes mental health services. They are focused on youth and family services. 218984
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Friday, November 5, 2021. Fund for Those in Need. Kicking off the Fund for Those in Need we visit Wellspring Family Services visiting preschool kids having breakfast. 218714
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Carneisha Grace, top right, and her sons Josiah Grace, left, Samari Glover, top, and Shawn Glover II at Childhaven in Auburn on Wenesday, November 10, 2021. Carneisha Grace describes being homeless for a six month period prior to receiving services from Childhaven in 2016. 218753
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Russell Wilson and Adrian Peterson warm up for Sunday’s game. . The San Francisco 49ers played the Seattle Seahawks in NFL Football Sunday, December 5, 2021 at Lumen Field, in Seattle, WA. 218988
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Anne Wiltgen, dressed as a Jedi, moves to the music of the 8-Bit Brass Band as they busk outside the Emerald City Comic Con on Saturday. She’s with the band that plays music from video games, sci-fi, TV, movies, anime, and cartoons. Comic Con continues Sunday at the Washington State Convention Center. Ref to more photos online LO outside Emerald City Comic Con Saturday Dec 5, 2021 218987
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The rescued green sea turtle, now named Shi Shi, is lifted from a holding pool by Angela Smith, left, Dr. Caitlin Hadfield, hidden, and Lindy McMorran at the Seattle Aquarium where it’s receiving critical care. (Hadfield is the senior veterinarian at the aquarium) Ref to more photos and video online Friday Nov. 19, 2021 Its sex is not yet determined. Age: called sub-adult Found washed ashore at Shi Shi beach near Neah Bay, WA by a Makah tribal member. 218882
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Alex Zerbe brings his Zaniac one-hour comedy show to the Seattle Center stage at Winterfest, aimed mainly at youngsters. He juggles, dances, engages the audience and tells jokes. It’s free and is among the things visitors can see without charge including the return the expansive train set in the Armory. Visitors should check the Seattle Center website. Ref to More online LO free events at Seattle Center on Saturday November 27, 2021 218920
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