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

by EditorSeptember 21, 2025September 21, 2025

After serving generations of south King County residents since 1959, the historic Pancake Chef will close its doors for the final time on Sunday, Sept. 28, according to longtime resident […]

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
Posted inDes Moines

REMINDER: Poverty Bay Blues and Brews Fest brings live music, craft beer & FUN to Des Moines Beach Park this Saturday, Aug. 23

by The B-Town (Burien) BlogAugust 21, 2025August 21, 2025
Posted inDes Moines News

All are invited to walk Des Moines Creek Trail and neighborhood with the Waterland Walkers this Saturday, Aug. 23

by EditorAugust 20, 2025August 20, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

REMINDER: City’s Community Meeting on Masonic Home will be this Thursday night at Des Moines Beach Park Auditorium

by EditorAugust 19, 2025August 19, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

South King County Arts Roundup: free concerts, outdoor theater, art exhibits & more for late summer

by The B-Town (Burien) BlogAugust 16, 2025August 16, 2025
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REMINDER: Cajun and Creole Fest will bring the soul of Louisiana to Downtown Kent this Saturday, Aug. 16

Sponsored by Kent Downtown Partnership August 15, 2025August 15, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Historic preservation groups appeal City of Des Moines’ FEIS for Landmark on the Sound demolition

by EditorAugust 12, 2025August 12, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Legacy Foundation sponsors new mural project at Field House Skate Park

by EditorAugust 12, 2025August 12, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

REMINDER: Second-to-last Des Moines Summer Concert will feature 80s music from Nite Wave this Wednesday night

by EditorAugust 11, 2025August 11, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Debate over historic Masonic Home demolition dominates Des Moines City Council meeting

by Mellow DeTrayAugust 8, 2025August 8, 2025
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‘Pet Day’ at Normandy Park Organic Farmers Market this Sunday promises smiles, wagging tails and community fun

Sponsored by Normandy Park Organic Farmers Market August 7, 2025August 7, 2025
Sponsored

Cajun and Creole Fest will bring the soul of Louisiana to Downtown Kent on Saturday, Aug. 16

Sponsored by Kent Downtown Partnership August 6, 2025August 8, 2025
Posted inArts & Entertainment

Rotary Club of Des Moines & Normandy Park announces August speaker lineup

by EditorAugust 5, 2025August 5, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Voices from Saturday’s ‘Take Back America’ rally in Des Moines

by EditorAugust 5, 2025August 5, 2025

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

September 21, 2025September 21, 2025

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

September 19, 2025September 19, 2025
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Des Moines Councilmember Harry Steinmetz hosting re-election fundraiser at Quarterdeck on Monday night, Sept. 22

Harry Steinmetz for Des Moines City Council Sponsored by Harry Steinmetz for Des Moines City Council September 19, 2025September 19, 2025

2Bar Spirits Whiskey to be featured at ‘Good Bootlegger’ Birthday Party in Des Moines this Saturday night

September 19, 2025September 19, 2025
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Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden to host free Fall Market on Saturday, Sept. 27

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