Mt. Rainier High basketball star Brittany McPhee signs with Seattle Storm
[caption id="attachment_63838" align="aligncenter" width="490"] Stanford, CA - January 12, 2018: Stanford Women's Basketball wins over Washington State 70-57 at Maples Pavilion. Photo by Bob Drebin/ISIPhotos.com[/caption] Normandy Park native Brittany McPhee – who became a basketball star at Mount Rainier High before going on to Stanford University – has signed with the Seattle Storm. As we previously reported, McPhee’s ascent began in the driveway of her Normandy Park home, where as a child she would compete with her sister in basketball drills. She later guided Mt. Rainier to back-to-back state semifinals in her last two years there, and left the school as the program’s ...
Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce: Elevate NW
Elevate NW By Andrea H. Reay CEO/President Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce The Northwest’s history is one of innovators, artists, and entrepreneurs – dreaming big and working hard. The values that define our region have made it possible to create a thriving and competitive economy while figuring out the best path forward together. That same spirit of collaboration helped forge the partnership that our Chamber has with the Seattle Metro Chamber. Last summer The Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce and the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce announced a new partnership in order to better and more strategically promote the economic and community development activities for ...
Council hears from citizens’ committee on changes to school boundaries
By Jack Mayne The Des Moines City Council at their Thursday (April 12) meeting unanimously approved placing a resolution on its April 26th agenda objecting to a Highline School District proposal to change individual school boundaries. The resolution by a citizen’s group called 'ABC 4 Highline' say their plan reduces distances to schools their children attend as well as keeping children in elementary schools together as they are prepared for high school. Des Moines resident and longtime state Senator Karen Keiser said the recent legislative also approved a capital fund budget, which will provide $2 million to finance the replacement of the ...
Car takes dive, crashes into TL SEA Diving in Des Moines early Fri. morning
South King Fire is reporting that a car crashed into TL SEA Diving (an Advertiser) in Des Moines Friday morning around 4:30 a.m. While the driver of the car was not injured, the building suffered – perhaps even from a bit of the "bends" (oh buoy). Estimated damages are unknown at this time, as is the reason for the crash. SKFR responded to a car into a building this morning around 0430. Driver of the car was not injured. The building will need some work. pic.twitter.com/IG0oIhiIU5 — South King Fire (@Southkingfire) April 13, 2018 UPDATE APRIL 13, 2018: "We have finally secured the building after a ...
Earth Day Celebration will be at Saltwater State Park on Sunday, April 22
An Earth Day Celebration will be held on Sunday, April 22 at Saltwater State Park in Des Moines. Earth Day is a time to enjoy the wonders of nature, and Saltwater State Park is providing a "Free Entry Day" for all to come enjoy the park. Friends of Saltwater State Park is providing a variety of nature activities to enrich and share your experience: 9:30 a.m.: High tide scuba dive, explore, REEF survey 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Children activities 11 a.m.: Guided trail hike, exploring the park 1 p.m.: Planting Native Plants- Restoration 2:30 p.m.: Low tide Beach walk exploration Let us ...
Des Moines drafting new ordinance to allow low powered cell network expansion
By Jack Mayne The Des Moines City Council was briefed at a study session Thursday (April 5) on city legislation being drafted to allow the expansion of new low-powered cellular networks that will provide cellular and data coverage to smaller geographic areas and that supplement the larger cell network. The ordinance is already at 14 pages with more to come, said City Attorney Tim George, and the final proposal should come back in June to the Council for consideration. The small cell antennas will be attached to existing utility poles and have a range from 10 meters to a few kilometers. They ...
Upthegrove announces $245,000 in King County funds for Des Moines Parks
[caption id="attachment_64136" align="aligncenter" width="490"] Councilmember Dave Upthegrove (right) visits the Steven J. Underwood Memorial Park sports complex with Des Moines Parks & Recreation Director Patrice Thorell and Rick Scott, Recreation Manager, Des Moines Parks, Recreation and Senior Services.[/caption] Metropolitan King County Councilmember Dave Upthegrove announced that the county will be providing a $245,000 grant for park upgrades in Des Moines that will greet athletes of all ages this spring. Upthegrove joined Des Moines Parks & Recreation Director Patrice Thorell to tour the Steven J. Underwood Memorial Park sports complex last week. “Underwood Park is a community hub, and I’m excited for the upgrades ...
PHOTOS/VIDEO: Ribbon cut at Grand Opening of Adriana Senior Apartments
The grand opening of The Adriana Senior Apartments (an Advertiser), an affordable senior apartment building in Des Moines, was held on Wednesday, March 21, 2018. Here's a highlight video from the event: [embed]https://www.facebook.com/theadrianaseniorapartments/videos/976579749161845/[/embed] Village Concepts, a third generation family-owned business helping seniors thrive in retirement and assisted living communities throughout Washington state, is excited to announce the grand opening of The Adriana its newest senior housing community. The Adriana apartments are co-owned by a partnership of Village Concepts and Brian Scalabrine, a former NBA Boston Celtics player, Highline College alumnus and elder care advocate, as well as Andrew Langsford of the Bellevue-based Venture Real ...
Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce: Defying the Odds
Defying the Odds By Andrea H. Reay CEO/President Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce Did you know that the majority of businesses do not make it past 10 years? In fact, the US Census Bureau as reported that 1/3 of all new businesses will close before the end of their second year and 1/2 before 5 years. The economy may change how many businesses open in any particular year, but the percentages related to business longevity remain consistent over time. How then can we as a service organization dedicated to economic development, business recruitment and retention help to even the odds for our local businesses? ...
FEEL GOOD FRIDAY: Shopping Cart.
By Dave Markwell A couple of weeks ago, I got a call from my mom. My mom rarely calls me, so I was a bit concerned. Answering my phone, “Hi, Mom!!”, with some enthusiasm and optimism that bad news wasn’t about to be delivered, I settled into the nicest conversation I may have had this year. My mom excitedly began with, “Well, I just had to tell somebody…”. She had to tell me that she had achieved 20k steps on her fitbit that day. I was pleased and shared her joy. And I was genuinely proud of her. For several ...
Des Moines United Methodist Church’s Habitat Auction is Saturday, April 28
Des Moines United Methodist Church will be holding a Habitat Auction this coming Saturday, April 28: Doors open at 10 a.m. to preview/bid on hundreds of silent auction items. First table closes at 6:05... [Read more]
Mt. Rainier High basketball star Brittany McPhee signs with Seattle Storm
Stanford, CA – January 12, 2018: Stanford Women’s Basketball wins over Washington State 70-57 at Maples Pavilion. Photo by Bob Drebin/ISIPhotos.com Normandy Park native Brittany McPhee –... [Read more]
Outdoor Sculpture Gallery Opening Celebration will be Saturday, June 2
SAVE THE DATE: Celebrate the new sculptures in the City of Des Moines with the Des Monies Arts Commission at an Opening Celebration on Saturday, June 2. New sculptures will be celebrated during Opening... [Read more]
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate Open Houses: Seahurst, Burien, Tacoma, Seattle, White Center, Renton
Real Estate Sponsor Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate will be holding several Open Houses this weekend! The first home is an expansive Rambler deep in Seahurst, all new in 2005: Level... [Read more]
Let’s Play! Citywide Park Play Area Open House will be Wednesday, April 25
All are cordially invited to see and comment on the exciting new Play Area Designs for our Des Moines Neighborhood Parks at the Let’s Play! Citywide Park Play Area Open House on Wednesday, April 25. This... [Read more]
Thieves steal items from recently-deceased resident’s Des Moines home
On Friday, April 13, 2018 at 8:31 a.m. Des Moines Police Officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of South 223rd (map below) in reference to a residential burglary which had occurred prior. Police say... [Read more]
Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce: Elevate NW
Elevate NW By Andrea H. Reay CEO/President Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce The Northwest’s history is one of innovators, artists, and entrepreneurs – dreaming big and working hard. The values... [Read more]
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7 things you (maybe) didn’t know about internships + how to get one this summer
From Advertiser the Port of Seattle: For high school student Bryanna Bui, two consecutive summer internships at Pier 69 and Sea-Tac airport improved her confidence through writing projects, event planning... [Read more]
Council hears from citizens’ committee on changes to school boundaries
By Jack Mayne The Des Moines City Council at their Thursday (April 12) meeting unanimously approved placing a resolution on its April 26th agenda objecting to a Highline School District proposal to change... [Read more]
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate Open Houses: Des Moines, Seahurst, Normandy Park, Burien
Real Estate Sponsor Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate will be holding several Open Houses this weekend! The first is a charming, immaculate and pristine 2-bedroom in Des Moines: Just... [Read more]
Car takes dive, crashes into TL SEA Diving in Des Moines early Fri. morning
South King Fire is reporting that a car crashed into TL SEA Diving (an Advertiser) in Des Moines Friday morning around 4:30 a.m. While the driver of the car was not injured, the building suffered – perhaps... [Read more]
The next ‘Pitch Pit’ Screenwriting Competition will be this Friday, April 13
The next “Pitch Pit” Screenwriting Competition will be this Friday, April 13, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Create!, located at 216 W. Gowe Street in the Kent Arts District. Here’s how it... [Read more]
Earth Day Celebration will be at Saltwater State Park on Sunday, April 22
An Earth Day Celebration will be held on Sunday, April 22 at Saltwater State Park in Des Moines. Earth Day is a time to enjoy the wonders of nature, and Saltwater State Park is providing a “Free... [Read more]
VIDEO: Here’s episode #4 of Steve Edmiston’s ‘The Briefing’ project
Here’s episode #4 of local activist/filmmaker Steve Edmiston’s ‘The Briefing’ series, where he takes on the Port of Seattle. Edmiston calls this episode “What Went Wrong”: Read More →
Des Moines drafting new ordinance to allow low powered cell network expansion
By Jack Mayne The Des Moines City Council was briefed at a study session Thursday (April 5) on city legislation being drafted to allow the expansion of new low-powered cellular networks that will provide... [Read more]
Fundraiser to support local Arts in Des Moines will be Thursday, May 31
A fundraiser to support local Arts in the City of Des Moines will be held on Thursday, May 31. This event – being held at Des Moines Beach Park Auditorium starting at 6 p.m. – will help support the... [Read more]
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate Open Houses: Seahurst 4-BD, New Des Moines, Beacon Hill & Normandy Park Waterfront
Real Estate Sponsor Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate will be holding five Open Houses this weekend! The first home is an absolutely wonderful 4-bedroom home which sits nestled next... [Read more]
Des Moines Auxiliary of Seattle Children’s Hospital’s ‘Spring Fling’ is April 19
The Des Moines Auxiliary of Seattle Children’s Hospital will be holding its annual Spring Fashion Show and Luncheon on Thursday, April 19, 2018. This fun fundraising even will begin at 11:30am at Grace... [Read more]
Wastemobile coming to Des Moines Marina the weekend of April 20-22
The Wastemobile, a roving household hazardous waste collection service, will be coming to Des Moines the weekend of April 20-22. Safely dispose of old car batteries, oil, paint thinner and many other... [Read more]
Upthegrove announces $245,000 in King County funds for Des Moines Parks
Councilmember Dave Upthegrove (right) visits the Steven J. Underwood Memorial Park sports complex with Des Moines Parks & Recreation Director Patrice Thorell and Rick Scott, Recreation Manager, Des... [Read more]
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