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Final season begins for Marina Mercantile and Afternoon Tea in Des Moines

Brenda Sutherland and Richard Mockler opened Marina Mercantile in June 2022 to offer delicious food and wine to the Des Moines community. Starting with a focus on retail and a beer and wine bar, the Merc has evolved over the years into a community gathering place, Afternoon Tea House, and in the last year a…

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SAVE THE DATES: Six bands set for 2026 Des Moines Summer Concert Series on Wednesday nights from July 15–Aug. 19

March 16, 2026March 16, 2026

Mount Rainier High School football team seeks community support for student athletes

March 16, 2026March 16, 2026

Des Moines City Council renames Redondo Way South ‘Sixgill Shark Way,’ approves car tab increase & more

March 13, 2026March 19, 2026

Upgraded ballfields debut at Steven J. Underwood Memorial Park in Des Moines

March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Thunderbirds Thursday: Seattle T-Birds climb Western Conference standings during playoff push

March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

Des Moines Chamber’s Women’s History Month luncheon will be Wednesday, Mar. 18

March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

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The hidden secret about ‘local’ home services companies: why Glendale Heating and Air Conditioning is your truly local choice

Sponsored by Glendale Heating & Air Conditioning March 12, 2026March 12, 2026

Burien Councilmember Alex Andrade announces run for State House seat held by Rep. Mia Gregerson

March 11, 2026March 12, 2026

Seattle Southside Chamber to host Mixer and Small Business Resource Fair on Wednesday, Mar. 18

March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

Hi-Liners Musical Theatre will award 100 theatre summer camp scholarships to King County students, and here’s how to enter

March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

Free repair event coming to White Center’s Log Cabin on Saturday, Mar. 14

March 11, 2026March 11, 2026

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DAL Law Firm: banks and beneficiary designations in Estate Planning

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REMINDER: Waterland Parade Committee hosting volunteer information night this Tuesday, Mar. 10 at Harper Studios

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026

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Lumberjack-themed pancake breakfast fundraiser set for Saturday, Mar. 14 at Judson Park in Des Moines

Sponsored by Judson Park Senior Living March 9, 2026March 9, 2026

Volunteers sought for June 2-4 StormFest environmental education event at Des Moines Beach Park

March 8, 2026March 7, 2026

No ICE detention facility planned for Des Moines, city officials say at Thursday’s city council study session

March 6, 2026March 6, 2026

Rotary Club to host Drag Queen Bingo fundraiser March 13 in Normandy Park

March 6, 2026March 6, 2026

Crime

Driver arrested after fleeing Troopers on Pacific Highway in Des Moines

February 28, 2026February 28, 2026

$5 million bail set for Des Moines man in fire, homicide investigation

February 14, 2026February 14, 2026

Suspect arrested in Des Moines homicide tied to Feb. 1 residential fire

February 12, 2026February 12, 2026

Gun violence dropped sharply in King County in 2025, new report shows

February 7, 2026February 7, 2026

Des Moines Police Department clarifies officers do not assist ICE in civil cases

January 24, 2026January 24, 2026

Washington State Patrol seeking witnesses after road rage shooting on I-5 linked to Tukwila area

January 15, 2026January 15, 2026

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Politics

Overnight SR 99 lane closures start Monday, Feb. 23, in Des Moines, SeaTac for utility work

February 20, 2026February 20, 2026

33rd District lawmakers to host Town Hall this Sunday, Feb. 22 at Highline College

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026

City of Des Moines will redirect 4th of July drone show funds to multiple community events

February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

Des Moines City Council reviews Flock Cameras, appoints new Planning Commission

February 14, 2026February 14, 2026

$61 per person: Des Moines City Council scraps 4th of July drone show over rising costs

February 7, 2026February 7, 2026

City of Des Moines to hold 12th Man Flag Raising ceremony on Friday, Feb. 6 at City Hall

January 31, 2026January 31, 2026

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Arts & Entertainment

Thunderbirds Thursday: Seattle skates past Kamloops 4–1, weekend series with Tri-City next

March 5, 2026March 5, 2026

SAVE THE DATE: ‘Men In Black Birthday Bash’ returning to Des Moines Saturday, June 20…with a twist

March 4, 2026March 4, 2026

MASTER GARDENERS: Gardening: A gentle invitation to begin again

March 2, 2026March 2, 2026

Family & Friendship Fun Day set for Saturday, Mar. 7 at Des Moines United Methodist Church

March 2, 2026March 2, 2026

Join the free Waterland Walkers Des Moines Creek Trail Loop this Saturday morning, Feb. 28

February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

Thunderbirds Thursday: Police vs. Fire Charity Cup set for this Saturday’s doubleheader in Kent

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

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LATEST NEWS

Highline Schools Foundation to host 2026 Gold Star Bash honoring educators, staff and volunteers on Thursday, Mar. 26

March 4, 2026March 4, 2026

City of Des Moines to host community shredding event April 22 at Activity Center

March 4, 2026March 4, 2026

Highline College seeking nominations for 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award

March 3, 2026March 3, 2026

Highline Public Schools to cut $8 million from budget, eliminate over 31 central office positions

February 28, 2026February 28, 2026

New Des Moines Chamber launches with more than 20 members, membership tiers and upcoming events

February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

PHOTOS: Pacific Middle School construction update highlights geothermal wells and rising steel

February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

Harbor seal found with gunshot wound being treated at SR3 in Des Moines

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

Retired Des Moines couple creates ‘Beans For Sharing’ to support charities

February 25, 2026February 25, 2026

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DAL Law Firm: What assets do not go through probate in Washington State?

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