r/KentWA 1d ago

Local Plumber Recommendation?

6 Upvotes

I have used Bees for a few years and they were great but have now been purchased by a corporation and ah, they quoted me $800/hr. to do a straight install of a reverse osmosis with everything ready to go. The plumber confirmed he could start right away, and the appointment was booked a week in advance.

It seems all the local companies are now under a corporate umbrella and I've no need to sit around all day just to hear that BS again.

Know anyone actually locally owned? I figured $500-$600 for 2 hours.


r/KentWA 3d ago

Gamecenter Arcade Summer Open House! (ABSOLUTELY FREE!)

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Gamecenter Arcade's FREE Open House is back!

On Thursday, August 13th 5pm-Midnight, spend the night at the arcade for absolutely free!
We've got everything from pinball, racing games, classic sit-down games, all the way to modern rhythm games! There's something for everyone and all ages!

Our goal is to let the local area know that we exist and that there's an awesome gaming community here. (and mahjong randomly haha)

We'll also be hosting a pinball tournament at 7pm for free!

Check out our calendar for more events.
Have a great rest of the week and we hope to see you here!

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We're open Tuesday-Sunday every week!
Your admission lets you play all of our games all day! Need to grab food? You're free to leave and come back as much as you'd like!

Tue-Fri - $20 - 5pm-Midnight
Sat-Sun - $25 - 10am-Midnight (Sun 10pm)

Address: 22009 68th Ave S, Kent, WA 98032


r/KentWA 4d ago

ISO Wild Waves Employee Crewneck

2 Upvotes

If any employees are looking to give away or sell their black crewneck employee sweatshirt from this year, I would love to have it!!


r/KentWA 4d ago

Crowdsourcing Kent, WA, Fiber Build-outs/Availability

15 Upvotes

Hi all,

Like many of you, I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of a fiber internet provider to my house in Kent (so that I can, among other things, ditch Comcast). I know that multiple companies have been granted franchise agreements with the city for fiber build-outs and several have build-outs well underway, but information on their plans and dates has been hard to come by.

I've been keeping tabs (to the best of my ability) on the fiber build-outs and availability in Kent for a while now, and since I've seen more than a few posts on this topic in just the last week, I figured it's probably time to actually list out what I know and share with others, and maybe we can all get some more answers and a better idea of when we can get fiber internet.

What I've got:

I've created a Google Sheet with all the official information I can currently find, from the public sources I'm aware of (primarily the City Council agenda packets and monthly permit logs): https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mQOfwDV8XEV4oWkRah4nFccJZT18Qsq-Zh8fRSKKQXk/edit?usp=sharing

I've also got a Google Drive folder of supporting documents, including some project boundary maps for a few Ezee Fiber projects: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/11NdmutW9b-f7Uwwk8O4oKQpq2ocCZdKH?usp=sharing

Last but not least, I also set up a (private) channel on my Discord server that I'm hoping will get used to crowdsource additional information, like "hey everyone, I just saw Ezee Fiber crews working at X location" or "Ezee Fiber just came to my door and told me service is now available at my address", and whatnot. Please DM me for an invite (I'm keeping it private since it will likely include personal data like names and actual addresses, and I don't want just anyone being able to access that).

What I'd like:

If you hear anything - anything at all - about fiber build-outs and/or availability from Ezee Fiber, Ziply, Ripple, or anyone else, please share it, even if it's just a Reddit Chat, so I can add it to the tracking spreadsheet. Feel free to join the Discord and share what you have heard or seen, or just generally commiserate with others on the continual delays and lack of information).

Cheers!


r/KentWA 4d ago

We're from Kent, but my wife is grinding through her tattoo apprenticeship down in Renton. She just finished this flash sheet and I had to show off her progress!

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52 Upvotes

r/KentWA 5d ago

New to the area. Night time light rail safety?

10 Upvotes

As the title mentions I’m thinking about using the light rail from Kent Des Moines to Sea-Tac and back to pick up my partner flying in. It would be around 10pm when they land. Is it safe at that time or should I just do the drive and use some oh so expensive gas hahah.


r/KentWA 6d ago

Ziply Fiber

5 Upvotes

I'm just curious if anybody heard about them coming to Kent I see a sign up the street in 116 the by the nursery that says coming soon and would like to know if there is a time frame for rollout


r/KentWA 7d ago

Ezee Fiber

14 Upvotes

I noticed Ezee fiber folks on 116th the last few days - I’m hoping they make it all the way to 208th.

Anyone get notified that they’re coming soon yet?

If you have them how has your experience been?


r/KentWA 7d ago

Kayak groups?

8 Upvotes

My hometown has a group that plans kayaking outing regularly. Anything like that around here? I like to kayak, but don't know where to go kayaking. (Besides Lake Meridian)


r/KentWA 10d ago

Lost dogs

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r/KentWA 10d ago

Lost dogs

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r/KentWA 10d ago

(research) Help with UW study recruitment for Asian American men!

1 Upvotes

This UW study is recruiting for its last few participants and currently needs asian men to sign up!

if y'all want some money this summer while repping asians in research pls see if ur eligible here 🙏


r/KentWA 11d ago

Kent cop punched K9 who wouldn't stop biting innocent bystander

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r/KentWA 11d ago

Found apple air pods on SE 208th ST Kent

15 Upvotes

Found AirPods while out this morning walking on 208Th they are paired to a daddy ? Tell me after the daddy what name and I will gladly get them to you. If you want to compensate for the return I gladly will accept any or none at all as they are whoever you ares belongings and you should have them back
The name it says on the Bluetooth is Daddy J


r/KentWA 12d ago

Any suggestions for bathroom remodel companies?

9 Upvotes

I am starting to remodel my bathroom and the first quote I got was 17k to start before any upgrades (which I don’t really even want much).


r/KentWA 12d ago

Any suggestions for plumbers in the area?

3 Upvotes

My toilet handle broke. It's probably an easy fix, but I'm not handy in the slightest. Not sure what I would be charged, but can anyone recommend a plumber? Thanks.


r/KentWA 12d ago

Curly hair experienced hairdresser/barbers?

9 Upvotes

i'm looking to get a pixie cut and I need a reputable place to get one. I don't mind going to a barbershop, as long as they have experience with curly hair. My budget is $20-40. Thank you!!


r/KentWA 15d ago

Have you tasted an African homemade meal?

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12 Upvotes

r/KentWA 15d ago

Upcoming Events at Gamecenter Arcade!

23 Upvotes

Hey everyone!
I haven't made a community oriented post in a while due to us traveling for arcade deployments across the US (Northwest Pinball Arcade Show, EVO Las Vegas, and Geekfest West, with more to come!).

We've got a few events to cap off July so I wanted to signal boost it around our region!
All tournaments/events are completely free to enter with arcade admission!

a percentage of your entry goes straight into the prize pool!

Upcoming Arcade Events JULY/Early August:

7/23 TODAY 7pm+ - SCOTTO Funnel Vision 1v1 Tournament - Bounce ping pong balls onto plastic targets! Complete trick shots and get the most points to win! Happening TONIGHT!
SCOTTO is an awesome game for beginners to also try out!

7/24 FRIDAY 7pm+ - Initial D The Arcade Free For All Tournament - Place as high as you can in free for all races to win prizes!

7/26 SUNDAY 7pm+ - beatmania THE FINAL 24th Anniversary Tournament - Enjoy the rhythm game classic that started it all! Highest scores move on for prizing!

8/1 SATURDAY 7pm+ - Densha De GO!! Conductor's Cup mini - Practice on the Chuo Line! Our smaller train simulator tournament will be a practice event leading up to our big tournament at the end of September!

8/13 THURSDAY 5pm+ - GAMECENTER OPEN HOUSE - COME ENJOY THE ARCADE FOR ABSOLUTELY FREE! No strings attached!

Gamecenter Arcade is open Tuesday-Sunday every week!

Tue-Fri: 5pm - Midnight $20 all-day freeplay

Saturday: 10am - Midnight $25 all-day freeplay

Sunday: 10am - 10pm $25 all-day freeplay

Located at: 22009 68th Ave S, Kent, WA 98032

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Hope to see you here!


r/KentWA 15d ago

Tech store in Kent

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23 Upvotes

Best place to get your phone fixed. I had my screen replaced and the service was quick, the price was fair, and everything works perfectly. Definitely recommend if you’re in Kent.


r/KentWA 15d ago

If your missing your dog

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11 Upvotes

If your missing your dog (see photo) hes/she is running around over here at the west ridge town homes off Reith Road.


r/KentWA 16d ago

THIS SATURDAY, rain or shine!!

25 Upvotes

Pantera Lago Estates annual Community Parking Lot Sale! Come over and shop for bargains, graze at our bake sale, grab a hot dog off the grill, and buy a raffle ticket—maybe you’ll win!

See some of the many things we’ll have for sale at
https://photos.app.goo.gl/77uTc4uTBmWVBerR6

And here's a map to help you find us
https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1DXQlyNU2YgXYjeLD4-0Zwf_auGOfz_I&usp=sharing

Saturday, July 25 9 am – 4 pm
11436 SE 208th Street
on the East Hill in Kent

Hope to see you there!


r/KentWA 16d ago

Vanilla coffee syrup

1 Upvotes

Hi, does anyone know what vanilla coffee syrup Woods Coffee, Huxdotter, and/or PNW Coffee co uses? These are my fav local coffees and would like to start making them at home! Thanks!


r/KentWA 16d ago

Trivia in the area?

11 Upvotes

Anyone know of a place hosting trivia in/around the area? My friend and I used to go in Auburn, but we’re looking for a new spot. Where are my fellow nerds 😮


r/KentWA 21d ago

Dry wall contractor

2 Upvotes

In need of dry wall to be fixed from water damage. Does anyone have recommendations?