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🌱 Patch AM: How crews rebuilt Enumclaw’s washed-out Highway 410 in just two days
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Good morning Enumclaw! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How crews rebuilt Enumclaw’s washed-out Highway 410 in just two days
- Can Enumclaw cool off Beamer’s offense in their January 5 clash?
Today's riddle: What two things can you never eat for breakfast? . 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Monday: Sun through high clouds, with a high of 47 and low of 37 degrees.
- Tuesday: Cloudy, temps: high: 52, low: 33.
- Wednesday: Sun and clouds, with a high of 53 and low of 38 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Quick fix on Highway 410, but other damaged WA roads will need patience (seattletimes.com) — Enumclaw drivers just got Highway 410 near Boise Creek quickly rebuilt after a flood washout, restoring a key local route in only two days. State officials warn, though, that other flood-damaged highways around Washington, including stretches of Highway 2 and 542, will take much longer to fully reopen due to more complex repairs and debris cleanup. 
Find out what's happening in Enumclawfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
• Basketball Recap: White River Wins Going Away Against Beamer (maxpreps.com) — White River’s boys basketball team rolled past Beamer 72–56, continuing a strong stretch that’s pushed the Hornets to a 5–4 record. Enumclaw fans may want to watch Beamer closely, as the Titans next face Enumclaw on January 5, potentially testing the Hornets’ defense in what could be a high-scoring matchup.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Enumclaw
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- Teen Sunday Hangout
Enumclaw Library , 1700 1st Street , Enumclaw
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Sunday January 4
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- Simple Beading Crafts for Kids
Federal Way Library , 34200 1st Way South , Federal Way
10:30 am - Makerspace Independent Study
Federal Way Library , 34200 1st Way South , Federal Way
12:00 pm - Make Flower Chain Maille Earrings
Auburn Library 1102 Auburn Way South, Auburn, WA 98002
1:00 pm - Community of Creators
Federal Way 320th Library , 848 South 320th Street , Federal Way
3:30 pm - Family Game Night
Auburn Library 1102 Auburn Way South, Auburn, WA 98002
3:30 pm - Social Services Drop In
Auburn Library 1102 Auburn Way South, Auburn, WA 98002
1:00 pm - Інформаційний центр / The Welcoming Center
Auburn Library 1102 Auburn Way South, Auburn, WA 98002
4:30 pm - Le Centre d'Accueil / The Welcoming Center
Federal Way 320th Library , 848 South 320th Street , Federal Way
5:30 pm - Reading with Rover
Covington Library , 27100 164th Avenue SE , Kent
6:30 pm - Trivia Night | Dave & Buster's - Auburn WA - TUE 730p - @LeaderboardGames
Dave & Buster's Auburn - King , 1101 Outlet Collection Way , Auburn
7:30 pm - Bingo Ball Drop
Covington Library , 27100 164th Ave SE , Covington
12:00 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Police activity on I-5 Southbound at milepost 127.48 near SR 512 has been cleared.
12:56AM on Dec 28: Police activity on I-5 Southbound at MP 127.48 near SR 512 is causing partial blockage of the exit ramp to SR 512. (Nextdoor ) - Collision cleared on SR 161 SB at MP 14.7 near 280th St E.
6:22PM on Dec 27: Collision on SR 161 both directions at MP 14.7 near 280th St E leads to road closure beginning at 6:13 pm on Dec. 27, 2025. (Nextdoor )
- Papa Murphy's Holdings, Inc. posted a job opening for Crew Member in Enumclaw. Apply here.
- Domino's Pizza, Inc. posted a job opening for Customer Service Rep(07197) - 1402 1st Street in Enumclaw. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Enumclaw here.
🗞 Nearby News
Auburn
- Family of woman last seen in Auburn, WA asks public for answers (fox13seattle.com)
Covington
- Crash involving DUI suspect leaves woman in critical condition, child injured (kiro7.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Lunch and dinner. (From Norine S.)
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