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Category: Des Moines News

Posted inDes Moines News

Woman wounded in shooting near Midway Park in Des Moines

by EditorJuly 4, 2026July 4, 2026

A woman in her 20s was hospitalized with a gunshot wound on Saturday afternoon, July 4, after a shooting near Midway Park in Des Moines, according to the Des Moines […]

Posted inDes Moines

VIDEO: On the 4th of July, area residents read the Declaration of Independence

by EditorJuly 4, 2026July 4, 2026
Posted inAnimals, Arts, Arts & Entertainment, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Entertainment, Events, Featured, Featured Post, News, Non-profit, Things To Do

Des Moines’ Inkfish Gallery to host marine animal art exhibit benefiting SR3 on Saturday, July 25

by EditorJuly 3, 2026July 3, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

REMINDER: Des Moines 4th of July ‘Stars, Stripes & Sunshine’ is almost here

by EditorJuly 2, 2026July 2, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Fourth grade pen pal project creates 24 new grandchildren for retired Des Moines couple

by EditorJuly 2, 2026July 2, 2026

Posted inDes Moines

Dunk a Des Moines City Councilmember to support local food bank this 4th of July

by EditorJuly 2, 2026July 2, 2026
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Posted inDes Moines

PHOTOS: A quilt stitched with gratitude – Des Moines Veteran Pat Nardo receives ‘Quilt of Valor’

by EditorJuly 1, 2026July 1, 2026
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Public hearing set for Sea-Tac Airport expansion plan on Thursday, July 9 after community petition

by EditorJune 30, 2026June 30, 2026
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Need a plumber? Burien’s All Sound Plumbing is ready 24/7

by EditorJune 30, 2026June 30, 2026
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Pathways to Progress Alliance to unveil new parenting toolkit at Highline College on Saturday, July 11

by EditorJune 30, 2026June 30, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

A familiar beach and its hidden life

by EditorJune 29, 2026June 29, 2026
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BAT Theatre to read Declaration of Independence at Des Moines 4th of July celebration

by EditorJune 28, 2026June 28, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

FREE Waterland Children’s Festival returns Friday, July 17 with ‘magical day filled with fun’

by EditorJune 28, 2026June 29, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council approves new speed cameras, hears budget update & more

by Mellow DeTrayJune 26, 2026June 26, 2026
Posted inDes Moines News

Walk at Saltwater State Park with the Waterland Walkers this Saturday, June 27

by EditorJune 25, 2026June 25, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Police remind residents that fireworks are prohibited citywide

by EditorJune 25, 2026June 25, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

LIUNA Local 242 to host 4th annual Car Show benefiting Des Moines Food Bank on Saturday, Aug. 29

by EditorJune 25, 2026June 24, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Rotary Club of Des Moines and Normandy Park’s Drag Queen Bingo Brunch fundraiser will be Sunday, July 12 at Normandy Park Cove

by EditorJune 24, 2026June 24, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Police invites neighborhoods to host National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 4

by EditorJune 24, 2026June 24, 2026
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Posted inDes Moines

New route, new Block Party will highlight July 18 Waterland Parade in Des Moines

by EditorJune 24, 2026June 24, 2026
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FREE World Cup watch parties, food trucks and live music await in SeaTac

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Posted inDes Moines

Mount Rainier High gymnast Aden Haury places third all-around at national competition

by EditorJune 23, 2026June 23, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Appeal to preserve historic Masonic Home property in Des Moines dismissed

by EditorJune 23, 2026June 23, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Community invited to honor Des Moines Veteran Pat Nardo with Quilt of Valor ceremony this Saturday, June 27

by EditorJune 23, 2026June 25, 2026
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Posted inDes Moines

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Airport advisory leaders urge residents to speak out about Sea-Tac expansion

by EditorJune 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Waterland Wheels Classic & Vintage Car Show returning to Des Moines Marina Sunday, July 19

by EditorJune 22, 2026June 22, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Man shot in neck during argument at Des Moines apartment complex Friday, police say

by EditorJune 20, 2026June 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Marina Steps reaches major milestone as retaining wall nears completion

by EditorJune 19, 2026June 19, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines to celebrate 4th of July with free Stars, Stripes & Sunshine event at Marina and Beach Park

by EditorJune 19, 2026June 19, 2026
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Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Area Food Bank offering free Summer Meals for children starting Thursday, June 18

by EditorJune 17, 2026June 17, 2026

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Woman wounded in shooting near Midway Park in Des Moines

July 4, 2026July 4, 2026

VIDEO: On the 4th of July, area residents read the Declaration of Independence

July 4, 2026July 4, 2026

Des Moines’ Inkfish Gallery to host marine animal art exhibit benefiting SR3 on Saturday, July 25

July 3, 2026July 3, 2026

REMINDER: Des Moines 4th of July ‘Stars, Stripes & Sunshine’ is almost here

July 2, 2026July 2, 2026

Fourth grade pen pal project creates 24 new grandchildren for retired Des Moines couple

July 2, 2026July 2, 2026
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Jul 12
11:00 am - 4:00 pm

‘Shark in the Park’ festival to celebrate Des Moines’ Sixgill Shark heritage on Sunday, July 12

Jul 15
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Free summer concerts return to Des Moines Beach Park beginning July 15 with Spike and the Impalers

Jul 16
11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Kent Chamber Business Expo returning Thursday, July 16 to ShoWare Center

Jul 18
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Waterland Parade will march through downtown Des Moines on Saturday, July 18

Jul 18
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Waterland Parade’s first-ever Block Party will be Saturday night, July 18

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