Maury Island Incident Historical Society releases list of Top Songs for UFO Lovers
The Maury Island Incident Historical Society this week released its list of the top songs for UFO lovers – just in time for National UFO Day (June 24) and World UFO Day (July 2) celebrations. Steve Edmiston, Society co-founder, said: “Celebrations are just better with music, and it’s amazing how much great music has been created that associates with flying saucers, space, and the notion that we might not be alone in the galaxy. Some of these songs are hits, multi-generational classics and obvious choices, like Elton John’s Rocket Man or David Bowie’s Space Oddity, but some are less well known, ...
Des Moines, other cities, hire consultant to seek ways to control airport noise
By Jack Mayne At Thursday night's (June 5) Des Moines City Council study session, lawmakers heard from aviation consultants the city has hired to help steer the city through increases in aviation traffic noise and pollution affecting Des Moines and the other Sea-Tac Airport concerned participants, Burien, SeaTac and Normandy Park. The consultants' major point was they can help make changes that would most help residents cope with the continuing growth of airport traffic. Des Moines City Manager Michael Matthias said the study session was attended by Burien City Manager Brian Wilson because of that city’s interest in similar problems of Sea-Tac Airport ...
Destination Des Moines ‘Smoke on the Water’ Community BBQ will be July 10
Destination Des Moines' 2019 Community 'Smoke on the Water' fundraiser BBQ will be Wednesday, July 10, from 5– 7 p.m. at Des Moines Beach Park. All proceeds from this community event will benefit the annual Fireworks Over Des Moines. "Join us for great BBQ, a Beer and Wine Garden, and Root Beer Float station followed by LIVE MUSIC at our Summer Concert Series." This year's live music will be provided by Free Rain; music starts at 7 p.m. and ends at 8:30 pm. PRE-PAID ADMISSION: Adults $15 Seniors $12 Kids* $9 *Younger than 12, but kids younger than 3 eat FREE with a paid adult SPONSORED BY ...
See ‘The Maury Island Incident’ FREE at McMenamins Elks Temple Tues., July 2!
Your next – and FREE – chance to see the award-winning, locally shot and produced film "The Maury Island Incident" will be Tuesday, July 2 at the amazingly restored McMenamins Elks Temple in Tacoma. This all ages event starts at 7 p.m., and will include a presentation by filmmaker Steve Edmiston, as well as a screening of the 30-minute film and a Q&A afterwards. If you haven't seen the film yet, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn about this historic, local UFO and the first 'Man In Black' incident that happened just off Maury Island in June of 1947 (more info ...
After 30 years, Animal Control Officer Jan Magnuson is hanging up her leash
After 30 years as the Des Moines Police Department's Animal Care and Control Officer, Jan Magnuson is finally hanging up her leash and retiring. Her final day will be June 15, 2019. Jan started as the head animal wrangler for the Des Moines Police Department on Sept. 12, 1988, and has been working with all sorts of critters ever since. "I have always been an animal-lover – I grew up with dogs, cats, pocket pets, and horses (my parents were very patient!)," Jan told The Waterland Blog. Jan was the City of Des Moines Employee of the Year in 1991, she received the Des ...
VIDEO: Watch Mayor Matt Pina’s ‘State of Our Cities’ address
On May 10, 2019, Des Moines Mayor Matt Pina delivered his 'State of Our Cities' address about the City of Des Moines at a Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce luncheon. In his address, Pina talked about the history of Des Moines (130 years!), with this year marking the 60th anniversary of incorporation, a celebration of the Spanish Castle and Jimi Hendrix, challenges the city has been facing, crime rate stats, the 216th Street gateway project, marina development and more. Watch Pina's speech below (running time 5:56): [embed]https://youtu.be/_tfJIiRpreY[/embed]
Betts’ Memorial Boardwalk new name for Redondo Boardwalk; police get raise
By Jack Mayne The Des Moines City Council unanimously approved renaming the Redondo Beach Seawall and Boardwalk Trail to Betts Memorial Boardwalk, along with approving a new police contract for the first time in a while without negative connotations. Mayor Matt Pina noted the Betts family has owned the Redondo Beach Park since the late 1800s, and Charles E. Betts named the area Redondo, according to a 1970s-era Seattle Times story: “Betts also owned the Redondo Skating Arena until it was destroyed by fire in 1951 and also operated the Woodland Park Kiddyland several years. In 1961 he built and operated the first ...
Here’s the list of candidates who have filed to run for Des Moines City Council
The deadline to file for running for office in the August 6, 2019 primary election has passed, and here is the most recent list of candidates who have filed for office. The top two vote-getters for each position will move on to the Nov. 5, 2019 General Election. DES MOINES CITY COUNCIL City of Des Moines, Council Position 2: Luisa Bangs *incumbent Brianne Mattson JC Harris City of Des Moines, Council Position 4: Jeremy Nutting *incumbent Susan White City of Des Moines, Council Position 6: Rob Back *incumbent Anthony Martinelli NORMANDY PARK CITY COUNCIL City of Normandy Park, Council Position 1: Earnest Thompson Dave Emert City of Normandy ...
Iconic new Marinascope dedicated at Des Moines’ South Marina Park
[caption id="attachment_67371" align="aligncenter" width="490"] Artist George C. Scott at Saturday's unveiling of his Marinascope sculpture.[/caption] Saturday's (May 11) dedication of internationally renowned glass artist George C. Scott’s latest artwork came, fittingly, on a bright, sunny day that put its rainbow of colors on full display. The 10-foot-high by six-foot-wide refurbished shipping lane buoy that is the frame of “Marinascope” was initially used in the construction of the second Tacoma Narrows Bridge that was dedicated a dozen years ago. Scott rescued the derelict, pockmarked its exterior with portholes of varying size, and then powder coated it inside and out so as to withstand ...
Upthegrove successfully removes Dick’s Drive-in site from consideration
An amendment proposed by Sound Transit Board Member Dave Upthegrove was adopted by the Sound Transit System Expansion Committee on Thursday, May 9, 2019, removing the Kent Dick’s Drive-in site from future consideration for the South King County light rail maintenance facility. Upthegrove has been a vocal advocate for the removal of this site, located at S 240th St. and SR 99. Over the past several months, he has been part of a coalition that includes City of Kent Mayor Dana Ralph, his constituents, local business owners, and fellow Sound Transit board members to achieve this goal. “As we grapple with the ...
Hydro Driver Steve Huff seeking Sponsors for summer race season
Seafair is returning to its roots of hosting the best in Northwest hydroplane racing, and recently announced that the e350 class hydroplanes will be returning this year, along with the H1 Unlimited Hydros. Local... [Read more]
Des Moines Legacy Foundation donates to Y.E.T.I. youth organization
The Des Moines Legacy Foundation announced this week that they have approved an application from Youth Experimental Training Institute (Y.E.T.I.) received in April of this year for additional funding. Y.E.T.I.... [Read more]
Cantwell, Smith secure $9.1 million for Noise Mitigation in Highline Public Schools
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, and Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09), chairman of the House Armed Services Committee,... [Read more]
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Citizens rescue two kayakers in distress off Redondo Monday night
Some heroic citizens rescued two kayakers in distress off Redondo Beach Monday night, June 25, according to Evergreen Media Productions. The incident happened just before 7 p.m., when South King Fire &... [Read more]
Founding SeaTac Councilmember, Mayor Terry Anderson has Passed; memorial June 29
The City of SeaTac announced that founding SeaTac Councilmember and Mayor Terry Anderson has passed away. Current SeaTac Councilmember Pam Fernald relayed the news to the city on Saturday morning, June... [Read more]
JC Harris announces candidacy for Des Moines City Council, Position #2
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Waterland Blog allows residents running for office one free post to announce their candidacy: Hi, My name is JC Harris and I’m running for Des Moines City Council, Position... [Read more]
Maury Island Incident Historical Society releases list of Top Songs for UFO Lovers
The Maury Island Incident Historical Society this week released its list of the top songs for UFO lovers – just in time for National UFO Day (June 24) and World UFO Day (July 2) celebrations. Steve... [Read more]
Des Moines Legacy Foundation donates $4,000 to Meals on Wheels
For the second time in 10 years, the Des Moines Legacy Foundation has donated funds to the King County Meals on Wheels program for Des Moines homebound seniors in need of nutritious meals – this year,... [Read more]
Mt. Rainier High Class of ’69’s 50-year Reunion will be Saturday, Sept. 14
Calling all 69er Rams – your Mt. Rainier High School Class of ’69 will be holding its 50th Reunion on Saturday, Sept. 14! Rainier Golf & Country Club 11133 Des Moines Memorial Drive Seattle,... [Read more]
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices NW Realty Open Houses: Seattle, Puyallup, Normandy Park. Star Lake, Kent, Renton
Real Estate Sponsor Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate will be holding seven Open Houses this weekend! The first Open House is near the Central District of Seattle – and it was built... [Read more]
Seattle Southside Chamber announces plans to expand membership and work
The Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce this week announced plans to expand its membership and work by recruiting new associates to help them meet their ambitious goals. Here’s more from our friends... [Read more]
Here’s where & when kids can eat FREE meals all summer
Highline children can eat free breakfast, lunch and snacks during the summer through the federally-funded Summer Food Program. A child does not need to be a Highline Public Schools’ student to participate. Meals... [Read more]
4th of July Fireworks will light up skies above Des Moines Marina & Beach Park
Destination Des Moines’ 4th of July Fireworks event will light up the skies above the Des Moines Marina and Beach Park on Independence Day, starting at around 10:30 p.m. Please note the list of... [Read more]
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Brush fire burns near Kent Des Moines Road & Pac. Highway S. Monday
A brush fire burned an area on Kent Des Moines Road near Pacific Highway South on Monday afternoon, June 17. Puget Sound Fire said the blaze burned half an acre, and that there were no injuries or damages... [Read more]
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