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Category: History

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‘Huckleberry is my second home!’ 23-year employee Alex brings the ‘Cheers’ effect to her guests

Sponsored by Huckleberry Square Restaurant September 20, 2024September 20, 2024

Scott Schaefer with his first Emmy Award for "Almost Live!" 1986.
Posted inBurien News

I worked at “Almost Live!” for three seasons in the mid-1980s, and all I got was…the best job of my life

by EditorAugust 26, 2024August 27, 2024
Posted inFeatured Post

Former local politician Georgette (Vikingstad) Valle has passed away

by EditorJuly 31, 2024July 31, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

After decades of service, Dan and Cindy Johnson bid farewell to Print Place in Des Moines, and welcome new owners

by Scott SchaeferJuly 18, 2024July 18, 2024
Posted inFeatured Post

VIDEO: Area residents read the Declaration of Independence

by EditorJuly 4, 2024July 4, 2024

Posted inArts & Entertainment

Washington UFO Festivals issue debate challenge to Roswell

by EditorJune 22, 2024June 21, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

REMINDER: MIBBB Fest this weekend will celebrate local ties to iconic ‘Men in Black’ mythology

by EditorJune 19, 2024June 19, 2024

Posted inDes Moines

Got tix yet? MIBBB Fest will celebrate Men in Black mythology June 21-23 in Des Moines

by EditorJune 4, 2024June 4, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

These BOOTS! were made for…2024 MIBBB Fest will kick off with space-themed Film + Dance Party 

by EditorMay 24, 2024May 23, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

Award-winning filmmaker and former South King Media Intern Bryan Shickley supports local MIBBB Festival with new ad campaign

by EditorMay 21, 2024May 21, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

‘You’ll see things’ at the 3rd annual Men in Black Birthday Bash on Saturday, June 22

by EditorMay 15, 2024May 15, 2024
Posted inFeatured Post

Des Moines Memorial Drive Preservation Association holding Memorial Day celebration on Monday, May 27

by EditorMay 15, 2024May 14, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Council hears public comments on preserving Masonic Retirement Home, LGBTQIA+ support, Animal Code amendments & more

by Mellow DeTrayMay 11, 2024May 11, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

Learn how Washington State spawned the ‘Men in Black’ legend at two upcoming events, including this Saturday, May 4

by EditorMay 1, 2024May 1, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

Help Des Moines Legacy Foundation celebrate 25 years of service at their Bayside Ball on Saturday, June 8 with Joey Jewell’s Tribute to Sinatra

by EditorApril 17, 2024April 17, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Citizens Advisory Committee wants you to name the alleyway behind the Theater

by EditorApril 2, 2024April 3, 2024
Posted inFeatured Post

City of SeaTac cancels 4th of July fireworks at Angle Lake after resident cites 1932 court ruling

by EditorMarch 29, 2024March 29, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

Step your Big Foot into the Highline Heritage Museum and catch ‘Sasquatch: Gevin Booth Collection’ exhibit through July

by The B-Town (Burien) BlogFebruary 6, 2024
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Community, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Entertainment, Featured Post, History

Art Corner: More than a reception for Muckleshoot Indian Tribe at Auburn’s Postmark Center for the Arts

by EditorJanuary 24, 2024
Posted inCommunity, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Featured Post, History, Obituaries

OBIT: Des Moines icon Wayne Corey, 80, passed away Oct. 26, 2023

by EditorDecember 2, 2023
Posted inDes Moines

Local woman Audrey Davis celebrates her 101st Birthday in Tukwila

by Alia SinclairNovember 15, 2023
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Community, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Events, Featured Post, History

Diwali will be celebrated by 6 million people in the U.S. – including in South King County – on Sunday, Nov. 12

by EditorNovember 7, 2023November 6, 2023
Posted inCommunity, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Events, Featured Post, History

Honor Women Who Served at Veterans Day Event on Saturday, Nov. 11

by EditorNovember 6, 2023November 6, 2023

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Des Moines Police invite community to ‘Coffee with a Cop’ at Highline Community College on Wednesday, Oct. 1

September 25, 2025September 25, 2025

Nominations now open for first ‘Best of Seattle Southside Awards’

September 24, 2025September 24, 2025

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

September 24, 2025September 24, 2025
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Meet Realtor Dave Hinshaw: ‘Where community meets opportunity’

Dave Hinshaw, REALTOR® Sponsored by Dave Hinshaw, REALTOR® September 24, 2025September 24, 2025

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

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