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Triple 7 Movers will hold a public auction to sell household items from unit #30139306, belonging to Isaac Lenox, starting September 4, 2025. The auction runs through October 6, 2025, with cash-only payments required at pickup. Interested buyers can participate via www.storagetreasures.com.
Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) responded to various service calls in Auburn and surrounding areas from September 1 to September 7, 2025. Key incidents included an overdose, multiple vehicle accidents, and an elderly woman who fell and sustained a head injury. Emergency services transported patients to local medical facilities for further care.
The Valley Regional Fire Authority invites scouts and families to a free event at Station 33 on Oct. 29, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Participants can fulfill badge requirements through hands-on learning about safety topics, including first aid and emergency preparedness. Families can register by calling or emailing the VRFA.
Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) responded to multiple incidents from September 1 to September 7, 2025, including an overdose, several vehicle accidents, and a fallen power line. Key responses included administering Narcan to an overdose patient and treating individuals injured in separate car crashes. Firefighters also managed a grass fire caused by downed wires, ensuring public safety.
A 26-year-old man from Auburn was arrested following a high-speed chase that spanned Kent and SeaTac. The pursuit ended with a PIT maneuver and spike strips after the suspect's vehicle was linked to an earlier incident involving a gun. Police later discovered a homemade pipe bomb in the car.
A crash on SR 18 near the Green River Bridge resulted in one fatality and two injuries Wednesday night. The Washington State Patrol reported that the collision occurred around 8:12 p.m. when one vehicle lost control and was struck by another, pushing both into barriers.
Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) responded to multiple emergencies in Auburn and nearby areas from August 25 to August 31, 2025. Notable incidents included an infant revived after a drowning and several vehicle collisions. Firefighters provided critical care in each case, ensuring all patients were transported for further treatment.
The King County Sheriff’s Office seeks public assistance in locating two classic cars stolen near Auburn, including a green 1968 Camaro SS and a black-and-red 1967 Chevelle SS 396. Authorities have not disclosed details about the thefts or the locations where the cars were taken. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the sheriff’s office.
Auburn Police and the Auburn Valley Humane Society rescued 103 dogs, marking one of the largest animal rescue operations in the city's history. The initiative began on August 20, 2025, when an Animal Control Officer discovered over 50 dogs in a duplex. The rescued Chiweenies are now in the care of the Humane Society, which seeks community support for their adoption.
Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) responded to multiple incidents in Auburn and Black Diamond from August 18 to August 24, 2025, including a small bark fire and several motor vehicle accidents. Notably, firefighters rescued a motorcycle rider who had gone over a steep embankment. The incidents underline the ongoing public safety efforts in the region.