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Des Moines City Council celebrates sharks, advances park improvements, approves public safety tax and more

by Mellow DeTrayOctober 10, 2025October 10, 2025

The Des Moines City Council convened on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, addressing a range of local issues that spanned environmental conservation, community pride, recreation, and municipal finance. Key actions included […]

Posted inDes Moines

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘How you doin?’

by EditorOctober 10, 2025October 10, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Shredding event set for Wednesday, Oct. 15 at Des Moines Activity Center

by EditorOctober 10, 2025October 11, 2025
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Free paint recycling event set for Saturday, Oct. 25 at Kent’s Hogan Park

Sponsored by GreenSheen Paint October 7, 2025October 7, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Demolition hearings set for Oct. 21 & 22 for former Masonic Home in Des Moines

by EditorOctober 4, 2025October 4, 2025

Posted inDes Moines

REMINDER: Brat Trot and Oktoberfest returns this Saturday, Oct. 4 with runs, brats, brews & fun

by EditorOctober 2, 2025October 2, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Volunteers needed for Daisy Sonju Community Garden Work Party on Saturday, Oct. 4

by EditorSeptember 27, 2025September 27, 2025

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Northwest Symphony Orchestra opens season with family concert in Burien on Saturday, Oct. 11

Sponsored by Northwest Symphony Orchestra September 27, 2025September 27, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council looks to tax increases to strengthen public safety response

by Mellow DeTraySeptember 26, 2025September 26, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

VIDEO: At Seattle Southside Chamber’s SEA Luncheon, officials stress value of stability amid uncertain market

by Scott SchaeferSeptember 26, 2025September 26, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

REMINDER: BAT Theatre’s moving and funny ‘The Coast Starlight’ opens this Friday, Sept. 26

by EditorSeptember 24, 2025September 24, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Highline Community Symphonic Band to present free ‘To Life!’ concert Sunday, Oct. 26

by EditorSeptember 24, 2025September 24, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

Community gathers to celebrate diver who uncovered ancient Native American canoes

by EditorSeptember 23, 2025September 23, 2025
Posted inBusiness

After serving breakfast for 65 years, SeaTac’s Pancake Chef will flip its last flapjack Sept. 28

by EditorSeptember 21, 2025September 21, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Auxiliary sets Nov. 7-8 dates for craft fair fundraiser for Seattle Children’s Hospital

by EditorSeptember 19, 2025September 19, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Port of Seattle to host community workshops on Sea-Tac Airport noise starting Sept. 30

by EditorSeptember 18, 2025September 18, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Mount Rainier Pool will celebrate its 50th anniversary with dedication & free swim on Sunday, Sept. 21

by EditorSeptember 15, 2025September 15, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

City of Des Moines sets Oct. 21 hearing for Zenith demolition project, outlines limits on city authority

by EditorSeptember 13, 2025September 13, 2025
Posted inDes Moines News

Des Moines City Council honors Mount Rainier Pool’s 50th anniversary, confronts budget challenges & more

by Mellow DeTraySeptember 12, 2025September 12, 2025
Posted inBusiness

VIDEO: Burien’s amazing Arts-A-Glow festival shines with lanterns, art and joyful crowds

by EditorSeptember 12, 2025September 12, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

Exchange Club of Highline needs help to ‘wipe out’ shortages at annual Toilet Paper Drive this weekend

by EditorSeptember 12, 2025September 12, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

REMINDER: Win a Vespa at Casa Italiana’s ‘Vespa Festa’ this Saturday, Sept. 13

by EditorSeptember 11, 2025September 10, 2025
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Queen Sugar Baking Company keeps tradition alive at Seattle’s Farmers Markets

Sponsored by SeaTac Farmers Market September 8, 2025September 9, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Civic engagement, candidate forums focus of Des Moines Library event on Saturday, Sept. 20

by EditorSeptember 8, 2025September 7, 2025
Posted inDes Moines News

Des Moines City Council advances Marina Steps project after heated debate

by Mellow DeTraySeptember 5, 2025September 5, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

SAVE THE DATE: Lighthouse NW to host ‘Celebrate 2025’ fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 18 in Des Moines

by EditorSeptember 3, 2025September 3, 2025
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Aya Yoga Oasis: A Place to Belong

Sponsored by Aya Yoga Oasis September 2, 2025September 2, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

PHOTOS: Voices from ‘Workers Over Billionaires’ Labor Day rally in Des Moines

by EditorSeptember 2, 2025September 2, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

‘Mix and Mingle for a Mission’ at Multi-Service Center’s new Redondo Heights Food Bank this Friday, Sept. 5

by EditorSeptember 2, 2025September 2, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

OBITUARY: Longtime Burien resident Guy MacDonald Harper, 92, passed away peacefully on Aug. 26

by EditorAugust 30, 2025August 30, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

‘Waterland Woof’ to bring pups and people together in Des Moines on Saturday, Sept. 6

by EditorAugust 29, 2025August 29, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

‘Workers Over Billionaires’ Labor Day rally will be at Big Catch Plaza this coming Monday, Sept. 1

by EditorAugust 29, 2025August 29, 2025
Posted inDes Moines News

South King Fire honoring 24th anniversary of 9/11 at memorial event on Thursday, Sept. 11

by EditorAugust 28, 2025August 27, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

City of Des Moines seeking community input on future of recreation programming

by EditorAugust 27, 2025August 27, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

VIDEO: Des Moines leaders highlight transparency, discuss next steps, hear from residents at Aug. 21 Community Meeting on Masonic Home

by Scott SchaeferAugust 26, 2025August 26, 2025

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Des Moines City Council celebrates sharks, advances park improvements, approves public safety tax and more

October 10, 2025October 10, 2025

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘How you doin?’

October 10, 2025October 10, 2025

Shredding event set for Wednesday, Oct. 15 at Des Moines Activity Center

October 10, 2025October 11, 2025
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DAL Law Firm: What is the difference between a Will and a Trust?

DAL Law Firm Sponsored by DAL Law Firm October 9, 2025October 8, 2025

REMINDER: Here’s how to live-stream Friday night’s Washington vs Roswell UFO Debate

October 8, 2025October 8, 2025
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Oct 14
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Des Moines City Council Candidate Forum at Wesley Gardens

Oct 15
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Oct 18
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City of Des Moines sets Oct. 21 hearing for Zenith demolition project

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