Fran Woodard will be this weekend’s Waterland Parade Grand Marshal
Destination Des Moines and the Waterland Festival & Parade are proud to announce the 2017 Waterland Grand Marshal – Fran Woodard. Fran Woodard is a dedicated volunteer and active steward of the Waterland Festival & Parade. Her 33 year commitment to the City of Des Moines goes back to her term as the Executive Director of the Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and Director of the Waterland Festival. In 2016 Fran was honored by the Seattle SeaFair Commodores in recognition of her service to the Waterland Festival as a SeaFair Sanctioned Community event. Destination Des Moines continues to draw on ...
WATERLAND BLOG VOTERS’ GUIDE: Q&As with Council Pos. #7 Candidates
On July 6, 2017, we emailed out a list of 10 Questions to all candidates running for Des Moines City Council in the Primary election, which has an Aug. 1 voting deadline. This is the final post in our series for the 2017 Primary Election. Of the two candidates running for Position #7, both responded, and here are their answers – published exactly as they sent them – and listed in alphabetical order: CHAD HARPER 1. How long have you lived in Des Moines and why did you decide to live here? I have been a resident of Des Moines for nearly 5 years. I ...
WATERLAND BLOG VOTERS’ GUIDE: Q&As with Council Pos. #5 Candidates
On July 6, 2017, we emailed out a list of 10 Questions to all candidates running for Des Moines City Council in the Primary election, which has an Aug. 1 voting deadline. We will be posting additional responses from candidates who answered our inquiry, grouped by position numbers. Of the three candidates running for Position #5, all responded, and here are their answers – published exactly as they sent them – and listed in alphabetical order: TRACI BUXTON 1. How long have you lived in Des Moines and why did you decide to live here? I have lived in Des Moines for 35 years. I ...
Wanolitto’s Musings for this Saturday’s Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market
[fbvideo link="https://www.facebook.com/greenhippodrones/videos/449566438751080/" width="500" height="400" onlyvideo="1"] The beautiful sunny days just keep coming at the Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market! It is so nice to see new fruits and vegetables ripening and on display. We are expecting another record day for the Waterland Festival weekend beginning Friday and running thru Sunday. Also, keep in mind we will validate 2 hours free parking for both Sat. & Wed. markets. Just show your purchases at the market info booth. If you are a Des Moines resident and have a vehicle registered in Des Moines, you can get a yearly ($30) pass at the Marina office ...
WATERLAND BLOG VOTERS’ GUIDE: Q&As with Council Pos. #3 Candidates
On July 6, 2017, we emailed out a list of 10 Questions to all candidates running for Des Moines City Council in the Primary election, which has an Aug. 1 voting deadline. We will be posting additional responses from candidates who answered our inquiry, grouped by position numbers. Of the two candidates running for Position #3, both responded, and here are their answers – published exactly as they sent them – and listed in alphabetical order: JC HARRIS 1. How long have you lived in Des Moines and why did you decide to live here? I bought a home in Des Moines in 2005. At ...
WATERLAND BLOG VOTERS’ GUIDE: Q&As with Council Pos. #1 Candidates
On July 6, 2017, we emailed out a list of 10 Questions to all candidates running for Des Moines City Council in the Primary election, which has an Aug. 1 voting deadline. We will be posting additional responses from candidates who answered our inquiry, grouped by position numbers. Of the three candidates running for Position #1, all responded, and here are their answers – published exactly as they sent them – and listed in alphabetical order using their photos from the King County Elections website: CURTIS HARMON 1. How long have you lived in Des Moines and why did you decide to live here? I ...
Waterland Festival, Parade, Car/Boat Show & more is weekend of July 21–23
The annual Waterland Festival – a full weekend of fun summer events celebrating our Waterland Community – will be held from July 21 – 23. This event is brought to you by Destination Des Moines as a Seafair Sanctioned Community Event. Here’s what’s on tap: July 21 - 23: Kids Carnival at the Field House - Bounce Houses, Obstacle Course, Climbing Wall, 9-hole Mini Golf, and more! Full Day Unlimited pass - $20. Full Day Limited Pass - $15 (doesn't include the larger apparatuses like the Climbing Wall) ... Single Tickets also available. Pony Rides and petting zoo! Rates will be posted at the ...
Des Moines Legacy Foundation: Every kid deserves the chance to play outdoors!
The Des Moines Legacy Foundation has mounted a fundraising drive to replace all of the worn-out and aging playground equipment across the city's parks system, plus add equipment at both the Beach Park and the Steven J. Underwood ballfields. The 501(c)(3) non-profit charity is seeking to raise $200,000 in public donations to be used to leverage grants and corporate donations to complete the massive project that has a $2 million price tag. Board President Gene Achziger outlined the benefits of maintaining outdoor public playgrounds: Outdoors is the best place for young kids to practice and master emerging physical skills It is there ...
Paid Marina parking start went well; Police Chief says 4th of July ‘trying time’
By Jack Mayne The first day of paid parking at the Des Moines Marina went well, with about 1,200 tickets sold Thursday (July 6), but that number does not include marina tenants or those who have a resident or frequent user passes. Bill Linscott of the Marina tenants groups said congratulations were in order for the first day of paid parking. “We saw everybody out there, the Marina staff was out there helping people through the gate today,” and added that validation from Anthony’s Restaurant went smoothly. “Everybody is cooperating. So far, so good,” City Manager Michael Matthias said. About 450 combined user passes have ...
Des Moines City Council objects to new airport passenger holding structure
By Jack Mayne Des Moines city government is questioning a large new traveler holding room at the south end of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport because city residents are constantly challenged by noise and health impacts. The Port of Seattle had said the facility was a not a significant structure, but the city objects and wants more discussion. Airport Committee During comments at the opening of the Des Moines City Council meeting Thursday (June 22), Mayor Matt Pina reminded residents the city is now taking applications for its new airport advisory committee. That newly established group is intended to guide the city as Sea-Tac Airport moves forward ...
Fran Woodard will be this weekend’s Waterland Parade Grand Marshal
Destination Des Moines and the Waterland Festival & Parade are proud to announce the 2017 Waterland Grand Marshal – Fran Woodard. Fran Woodard is a dedicated volunteer and active steward of the... [Read more]
WATERLAND BLOG VOTERS’ GUIDE: Q&As with Council Pos. #7 Candidates
On July 6, 2017, we emailed out a list of 10 Questions to all candidates running for Des Moines City Council in the Primary election, which has an Aug. 1 voting deadline. This is the final post in our... [Read more]
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WATERLAND BLOG VOTERS’ GUIDE: Q&As with Council Pos. #5 Candidates
On July 6, 2017, we emailed out a list of 10 Questions to all candidates running for Des Moines City Council in the Primary election, which has an Aug. 1 voting deadline. We will be posting additional... [Read more]
Wanolitto’s Musings for this Saturday’s Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market
The beautiful sunny days just keep coming at the Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market! It is so nice to see new fruits and vegetables ripening and on display. We are expecting another record day for the Waterland Festival weekend…
WATERLAND BLOG VOTERS’ GUIDE: Q&As with Council Pos. #3 Candidates
On July 6, 2017, we emailed out a list of 10 Questions to all candidates running for Des Moines City Council in the Primary election, which has an Aug. 1 voting deadline. We will be posting additional... [Read more]
LETTER: Huge THANK YOU to Aquatics Management Group for Mt. Rainier Pool
[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written by a Reader. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The Waterland Blog nor its staff:] Mt. Rainier Pool is closed for renovations... [Read more]
Wesley Homes partners with Highline College to create student resident program
Five Highline College students are participating in the first Wesley Homes Students-in-Residence, multigenerational program. “This is such a distinctive program,” said Wesley Homes Director of Sales... [Read more]
WATERLAND BLOG VOTERS’ GUIDE: Q&As with Council Pos. #1 Candidates
On July 6, 2017, we emailed out a list of 10 Questions to all candidates running for Des Moines City Council in the Primary election, which has an Aug. 1 voting deadline. We will be posting additional... [Read more]
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate Open Houses: Gregory Heights, West Seattle & Normandy Park
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Waterland Festival, Parade, Car/Boat Show & more is weekend of July 21–23
The annual Waterland Festival – a full weekend of fun summer events celebrating our Waterland Community – will be held from July 21 – 23. This event is brought to you by Destination Des Moines as... [Read more]
Wanolitto’s Musings for this Saturday’s Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market
The first day of paid parking at the Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market saw some minor glitches but, overall it went fairly well. Just keep in mind we will validate 2 hours free parking…
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Des Moines Legacy Foundation: Every kid deserves the chance to play outdoors!
The Des Moines Legacy Foundation has mounted a fundraising drive to replace all of the worn-out and aging playground equipment across the city’s parks system, plus add equipment at both the Beach... [Read more]
Picnic Shelter dedication, BBQ, Kids & Music in the Park Wed. at Beach Park
This Wednesday, July 12 will be a big day in Des Moines, with four big events at Beach Park: 4:30 p.m.: BEACH PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT PICNIC SHELTER DEDICATION Help the City celebrate the reopening of the... [Read more]
Paid Marina parking start went well; Police Chief says 4th of July ‘trying time’
By Jack Mayne The first day of paid parking at the Des Moines Marina went well, with about 1,200 tickets sold Thursday (July 6), but that number does not include marina tenants or those who have a... [Read more]
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate Open House: Stunning 5-BD Craftsman with Views in West Seattle
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Port of Seattle holding emergency exercise at Sea-Tac Airport on Wed., July 12
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Orwall and Pellicciotti get funding for Sea-Tac air quality study
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Wanolitto’s Musings for this Saturday’s Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market
The Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market was busy last Saturday at the start of the 4th of July weekend. Paid parking is to start July 6, so remember that we will validate 2 hours free parking for both…
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