About Us

The Kirkland Reporter (formerly known as the Kirkland Courier for many years) has proudly served as a local voice for the city and neighborhoods since 1978. Despite growth into an affluent waterfront suburb of Seattle, Kirkland is tempered by a small-town heritage that still resonates with residents and visitors alike. Founded in 1905, the city is adorned with several city parks along Lake Washington and remains the lake's only waterfront downtown. Reflecting the town's unique qualities, warehouse chain Costco adopted the "Kirkland Signature" brand when they were headquartered here, bringing the town's name to national prominence. Kirkland's many restaurants and art galleries, a 400 seat performing arts center, numerous public parks, beaches and good schools make the area one of the most desirable places to live in the Puget Sound.

Your Community News Team

	Editor Carrie Wood 425.822.9166 ext 5050	Carrie Wood has been the editor of the Kirkland Reporter since 2008 and enjoys being a part of the community and providing residents with local coverage. She is a graduate of the University of Washington. Contact regarding story tips, letters to the editor, corrections and community information.
	Sports Writer Megan Managan	Contact Megan Managan for sports information at mmanagan@kirklandreporter.com.
	Staff Writer Matt Phelps 425-822-9166 ext. 5052	Matt Phelps has been a staff writer for the Kirkland Reporter since 2009. Before coming to the Kirkland Reporter, he was a sports writer for the Mercer Island Reporter for about 10 years. A University of Washington graduate, Matt lives in the Finn Hill neighborhood with his family. Contact him for general news or story tips at 425-822-9166, ext. 5052 or mphelps@kirklandreporter.com.
	Sales Manager Renee Walden 425-822-9166, ext. 3054	Renee Walden has been the sales manager of the Kirkland Reporter since September 2011. She joined Sound Publishing, Inc. in 2007 as the publisher of the Issaquah and Sammamish Reporter newspapers. She was a key player in both the Issaquah and Sammamish chambers of commerce and was asked to be on the Board of Directors for the Issaquah Chamber of Commerce. Walden has resided in Seattle for the past 20 years.