The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride flag is flying once again at Federal Way City Hall after a flag raising ceremony on June 2.

2025 marks the sixth year that the flag has flown at City Hall and only the tenth year since same-sex couples gained equal rights in marriage in the U.S.

Federal Way community member Catherine North and her wife were one of the first couples to marry in Washington state after the legalization. North spoke at the flag raising, sharing the importance of the city’s support through both the flag and a proclamation read by Mayor Jim Ferrell.

“It does my heart good to see the Pride flag flying … . It represents inclusion and acceptance, and it sends a message that you are welcome here and that you are not alone,” North said.

“Right now, s

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