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Category: Des Moines News

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Thunderbirds Thursday: A playoff push, a fight to the finish, and a season that showed Seattle’s grit

by EditorApril 9, 2026April 9, 2026

Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Means Business: Turning Generosity Into Community Movements

by EditorApril 9, 2026April 9, 2026
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Today is Local News Day – please support the local news that supports you

by EditorApril 9, 2026April 9, 2026
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REMINDER: Downtown Kent Wine Walk is this Saturday night, April 11

by EditorApril 8, 2026April 8, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Rotary Club ‘fun-raiser’ on Sunday, May 3 will support Des Moines Food Bank and student scholarships

by EditorApril 8, 2026April 8, 2026

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Local Skunk Works Robotics 1983 team to compete at regional championship in Cheney this week

by EditorApril 6, 2026April 6, 2026
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Friends of Saltwater State Park to host Earth Day event with beach and forest walks on Saturday, April 18

by EditorApril 6, 2026April 6, 2026

Posted inDes Moines News

Des Moines City Council eyes $166K permitting overhaul, debates backyard rental regulations & more

by Mellow DeTrayApril 3, 2026April 3, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Lighthouse Northwest 5K fundraiser returns to Des Moines Creek Park on Saturday, May 30

by EditorApril 3, 2026April 3, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Thunderbirds Thursday: T-Birds stave off elimination with 4-3 playoff win over Penticton

by EditorApril 2, 2026April 2, 2026
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New program combines arts training with paid work experience at SeaTac’s The Roadhouse

by EditorApril 2, 2026April 2, 2026
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OBITUARY: Joan Carol Dehn Whidden (Joanie) passed away Mar. 20, 2026

by EditorApril 1, 2026April 1, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Six-week road closure planned for part of 16th Ave South in Des Moines starting April 14

by EditorMarch 31, 2026March 31, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Free International Sculpture Day event set for Saturday, April 25 in Des Moines

by EditorMarch 31, 2026March 31, 2026
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Sponsored by DAL Law Firm March 31, 2026March 31, 2026
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SCAM ALERT: Police warn of DMV text scam circulating in South King County

by EditorMarch 31, 2026March 31, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Free ‘Emery the Emergency Penguin’ birthday event set for Saturday, April 25 in Des Moines

by EditorMarch 30, 2026March 30, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Have you seen Jesse? Des Moines Police search for missing 24-year-old man with autism last seen Sunday morning, Mar. 29

by EditorMarch 29, 2026March 29, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

PHOTOS/VIDEO: Voices from ‘No Kings’ III rally held Saturday, Mar. 28 at Big Catch Plaza

by EditorMarch 28, 2026April 6, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Historical Society to host rare South Puget Sound cruise on Sunday, July 19

by EditorMarch 28, 2026March 28, 2026
Posted inAnimals

City of Des Moines to restore expanded animal control services starting April 1

by EditorMarch 27, 2026March 27, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council eyes affordability edge as council shifts 4th of July plans & more

by Mellow DeTrayMarch 27, 2026March 27, 2026
Posted inDes Moines News

Thunderbirds Thursday: Playoffs are here(!) as Seattle faces off against Penticton; team awards highlight season

by EditorMarch 26, 2026March 26, 2026
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Sponsored by WaveMAX Laundry March 24, 2026March 24, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Mayor Yoshiko Grace Matsui to host community chat on Monday, Mar. 30 at Alina’s Cafe

by EditorMarch 24, 2026March 24, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

LETTER: ‘No Kings III’ rally will be this Saturday, Mar. 28 at Big Catch Plaza from Noon–2 p.m.

by EditorMarch 24, 2026March 24, 2026
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SeaTac’s new World Table District highlights 30 multicultural restaurants

by EditorMarch 23, 2026March 23, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Organizers seeking nominations for 2026 Waterland Parade Grand Marshal

by EditorMarch 21, 2026March 22, 2026
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South King County Fine Arts Roundup: music, theater, arts and more for late March

by EditorMarch 21, 2026March 21, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Measles exposure reported at Sea-Tac Airport; health officials urge vaccination check

by EditorMarch 21, 2026March 21, 2026
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Posted inDes Moines

SCAM ALERT: King County warns of fraudulent court hearing notices sent by text and email

by EditorMarch 21, 2026March 21, 2026
Posted inDes Moines News

Des Moines to host Spring Recycling Collection Event Saturday, Mar. 28 at marina south lot

by EditorMarch 21, 2026March 21, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Construction work continues on Des Moines Marina Steps project, with completion projected for December

by EditorMarch 21, 2026March 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Wally’s Chowder House in Des Moines to be sold amid past scrutiny of buyer and seller

by Scott SchaeferMarch 20, 2026March 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines News

Thunderbirds Thursday: Seattle gains ground in playoff race with 3 points, final games this weekend; Summer Hockey Camps coming in August

by EditorMarch 19, 2026March 19, 2026

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Join Waterland Walkers for International Sculpture Day walk in Des Moines this Saturday, April 25

April 23, 2026April 23, 2026

SR3 SeaLife Rescue Center hosting annual Open House on Saturday, May 2 at Des Moines Marina

April 23, 2026April 23, 2026

New sculpture and mural map released for this Saturday’s International Sculpture Day in Des Moines

April 23, 2026April 23, 2026

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Des Moines Indivisible to lead protest against immigration detention this Saturday, April 25

April 22, 2026April 22, 2026
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Marina Mercantile counts down the days until closing May 9 with Afternoon Tea and Wine Tastings, while also plotting next steps

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Second annual ‘Roper Romp’ set for Saturday, May 9 in downtown Des Moines

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Lighthouse Northwest 5K fundraiser returns to Des Moines Creek Park on Saturday, May 30

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