UPDATE: Local Filmmaker gives Port of Seattle Commissioners an ‘Intermission’
Local attorney, activist and filmmaker Steve Edmiston took a break from his ongoing project – to brief the Port of Seattle Commissioners on the impact of aircraft operations on our communities – to talk to the Port Commissioners this week about film theory. In two minutes on Tuesday, June 12,, Edmiston referenced Aristotle’s teachings on story, great film quests from Star Wars to Saving Private Ryan, heroes from To Kill a Mockingbird and Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, and villains from a James Bond movie. His purpose? To make sure the Commissioners recall that he’s making a film, that “in our film, ...
Des Moines seeks state probe of deleted city records over senior center
By Jack Mayne Des Moines City Manager Michael Matthias has asked Washington state investigators to probe charges that a city employee purposely deleted city records regarding the change in management of the city senior center. Introduced by Mayor Matt Pina at the opening of the City Council session Thursday night (June 14), Matthias read a prepared statement that said that a city employee is to be investigated for deleting records from the city’s official website regarding a Council approved two year pilot program to Wesley Homes, a private company in the city. Matthias said no one would speak further until there is a ...
Broken water main damages homes, causes slide in Des Moines early Tuesday
South King Fire & Rescue – along with Des Moines Police and the water district – responded to a water main break at 21300 3rd Ave S. in Des Moines North Hill neighborhood early Tuesday morning, June 12. The break occurred sometime around 2-2:30 a.m. Several houses were impacted by the gushing water, and a small slide was caused on 1st Ave South. Eventually, the water main was shut off around 3:15 a.m. There were no injuries reported, and it is unknown how much damage was caused to nearby homes SKFR , DMPD and the water district our at a water main break at ...
VIDEO: Mayor Matt Pina speaks at Chamber’s ‘State of Our Cities’ luncheon
On Friday, June 8, the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce held its annual 'State of Our Cities' membership luncheon, with guest speakers from five regional cities, including Des Moines Mayor Matt Pina. Download a PDF of Pina's PowerPoint here, and watch his speech below (running time 6:20): [embed]https://youtu.be/imQVdR7SKj8[/embed] And here's full video of the event as broadcast live on our Facebook page ("Like" us here to get alerts for other live videos) – with speeches from Tukwila Council President Verna Seal, SeaTac Mayor Michael Siefkes, Normandy Park Mayor Jonathan Chicquette, Burien Mayor Jimmy Matta and Pina, as well as a post-speech Q & ...
Highline Public Schools graduating seniors celebrate with Russell Wilson
On Friday (June 8), Highline Public Schools threw a long-bomb touchdown of a party for graduating seniors, who jammed the Museum of Flight in Tukwila to celebrate their milestone with none other than Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson. Flanked by aircraft, the students high-fived @DangeRussWilson as he exited a 787 and made his way to the stage. Students heard positive, powerful messages from Wilson, as well as from Alaska Airlines CEO Brad Tilden, retired NASA astronaut Dorothy “Dottie” Metcalf-Lindenberger and Highline Superintendent Susan Enfield. Then 13 outstanding seniors were surprised with college scholarships presented by Alaska Airlines and its “Chief Football ...
Ground broken for new Des Moines Elementary School Friday afternoon
Photos courtesy Highline Public Schools District officials, architects and project staff broke ground for a new Des Moines Elementary School at Zenith Park on Friday, June 8. This is the second groundbreaking in Highline this year. The new elementary school in Des Moines will open fall 2019, along with the new Glacier Middle School in SeaTac. A steady drizzle didn’t dampen spirits, as 'Thank yous' were rained down on taxpayers and leaders at all levels for the hard-won opportunity to build a modern learning facility. A 750-student elementary school for kindergarten through fifth-grade students will soon take shape on the 17-acre site. Absher Construction ...
Wesley Homes selected by Des Moines City Council to run Senior Center
By Jack Mayne The Des Moines City Council at study session Thursday (June 7) approved a two year pilot program to replace the retiring head of Senior Services with a contract with management by Wesley Homes, a private company that has been long involved in business in the city. City Manager Michael Mathias said the longtime manager, Sue Padden, has decided to retire after 22 years. and her retirement puts the city “in a difficult position of finding a suitable replacement of finding a suitable replacement, which in actuality is very difficult.” That gives the city “an opportunity to take a fresh look ...
Seattle Southside Chamber: Why Business & Government Relationships Matter
Why Business and Government Relationships Matter By Andrea H. Reay CEO/President Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce Our Chamber of Commerce is proud of the relationships we’ve built with local government; both our elected officials and city staff. Why are these relationships and the open dialogue created beneficial to our members and our community? How are these relationships vital for our elected officials when they are exploring solutions to the issues that matter most to our community? Simply put, because economic cooperation and our ability to collaborate will always achieve better results. Businesses are obviously impacted by public policy decisions. But so are consumers. The most ...
Dr. John Mosby named new President of Highline College
Dr. John Mosby has been named the next president of Highline College, as unanimously determined by the college’s Board of Trustees on Thursday, May 31. He is slated to start at Highline in July, 2018. “Our goal has been to find an open, inspirational leader who embodies and promotes the college’s values of diversity, access, equity and community and is a fit for the unique Highline culture and environment,” said Debrena Jackson Gandy, chair of the five-member board. “We are confident that we found such a leader in Dr. Mosby.” Mosby currently serves as vice president for student services at ...
Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market opens this coming Saturday, June 2!
It's happening this coming Saturday, June 2 – the Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market will be opening for the 2018 season at the north marina parking lot at 10 a.m., and will run until 2 p.m.! "Come down and nosh on pastries, meet the farmers while shopping greens and veggies for a great weekend salad, have a bite from the many food trucks, shop for teacher thank you gifts, Father's Day presents or decor for home! Oh, and also take home fresh flowers and mini-doughnuts!" Listen to the sounds of Uncle Ernie (Mayor Matt Pina's band), be a part of the Arts Commission ...
UPDATE: Local Filmmaker gives Port of Seattle Commissioners an ‘Intermission’
Local attorney, activist and filmmaker Steve Edmiston took a break from his ongoing project – to brief the Port of Seattle Commissioners on the impact of aircraft operations on our communities – to... [Read more]
Des Moines seeks state probe of deleted city records over senior center
By Jack Mayne Des Moines City Manager Michael Matthias has asked Washington state investigators to probe charges that a city employee purposely deleted city records regarding the change in management of... [Read more]
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‘Active shooter’ shoots, hits 4 cars on SR 509 Wednesday afternoon
From our sister site The B-Town Blog: By Scott Schaefer A huge police turnout on and around SR 509 near where south Burien meets the SeaTac City limits was in response to an ‘active shooter’... [Read more]
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Broken water main damages homes, causes slide in Des Moines early Tuesday
South King Fire & Rescue – along with Des Moines Police and the water district – responded to a water main break at 21300 3rd Ave S. in Des Moines North Hill neighborhood early Tuesday morning,... [Read more]
Local Challenger Little Leaguers get big league experience thanks to Mariners
Area resident Del Rivero wants everyone to know that a recent “Challenger Game” he set up at Garfield High School resulted in several members of the starting lineup for the Seattle Mariners... [Read more]
VIDEO: Mayor Matt Pina speaks at Chamber’s ‘State of Our Cities’ luncheon
On Friday, June 8, the Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce held its annual ‘State of Our Cities’ membership luncheon, with guest speakers from five regional cities, including Des Moines Mayor... [Read more]
Highline Public Schools graduating seniors celebrate with Russell Wilson
On Friday (June 8), Highline Public Schools threw a long-bomb touchdown of a party for graduating seniors, who jammed the Museum of Flight in Tukwila to celebrate their milestone with none other than Seattle... [Read more]
Ground broken for new Des Moines Elementary School Friday afternoon
Photos courtesy Highline Public Schools District officials, architects and project staff broke ground for a new Des Moines Elementary School at Zenith Park on Friday, June 8. This is the second groundbreaking... [Read more]
Wesley Homes selected by Des Moines City Council to run Senior Center
By Jack Mayne The Des Moines City Council at study session Thursday (June 7) approved a two year pilot program to replace the retiring head of Senior Services with a contract with management by Wesley... [Read more]
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Real Estate Open Houses: Des Moines, Burien, Beacon Hill
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Hundreds pack Mel Olson Stadium for Highline Bears; Friday game CANCELLED
UPDATE: Unfortunately, tonight’s Highline Bears game against the North Sound Emeralds has been CANCELLED due to rain. “Although our infield is artificial turf, our outfield has a hard time... [Read more]
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Des Moines Gospel Chapel holding witty Father’s Day performance June 17
Des Moines Gospel Chapel will be holding a witty performance by Actor/Storyteller Chuck Neighbors – a Christian actor and storyteller – at their church on Sunday, June 17 at 11 a.m. for Father’s... [Read more]
Highline Public Schools warns of possible threat to Mt. Rainier High Wednesday
Highline Public Schools issued a warning Tuesday evening, June 5, about a threat to Mount Rainier High School on Wednesday, June 6. Far as we can recall, this is the first such warning ever issued by the... [Read more]
Seattle Southside Chamber: Why Business & Government Relationships Matter
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Celebrate 130 years of service at Des Moines United Methodist Church Sunday
Celebrate 130 years of service at Des Moines United Methodist Church this Sunday, June 10! Events begin at 9:30 a.m. with a Church Service, which will include stories of their history. Tours of the church... [Read more]
Pacific Middle School Wind Ensemble takes gold at World Heritage Music Festival
Congrats to Pacific Middle School’s Wind Ensemble, who took home the gold at the World Heritage Music Festival in San Francisco! The ensemble of 27 students were awarded 1st Place in the Middle School... [Read more]
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Open Houses: Seahurst, Beacon Hill, Des Moines, Burien
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New Police Chief Ken Thomas named President of state law organization
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