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Category: History

Posted inDes Moines

Fourth annual ‘Men in Black’ MIBBB Fest Bash tickets go on sale this Tuesday, April 15

by EditorApril 14, 2025April 14, 2025

Posted inDes Moines

Historic ‘Maury Island Incident’ gets spotlight in new UFO Mysteries Trail

by EditorApril 3, 2025April 4, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Amid fears of budget cuts to off-book, top-secret government agencies, ‘Men in Black Birthday Bash Festival’ will beam back to Des Moines weekend of June 21-22

by EditorApril 1, 2025April 1, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Bench dedicated Saturday to honor Jack and Norma Kelsey’s legacy of kindness to Des Moines

by EditorMarch 30, 2025March 30, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines to honor local icon Jack Kelsey with Bench Dedication on Saturday, Mar. 29

by EditorMarch 24, 2025March 24, 2025

Posted inFeatured Post

7 Stories returns to Highline Heritage Museum Friday night, Mar. 28 with the theme ‘Animal Tales’

by EditorMarch 18, 2025March 18, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Local nonprofit Y.E.T.I. will be recognized by Highline School Board for 15 years of connecting youth to outdoors

by EditorMarch 17, 2025March 17, 2025

Posted inDes Moines

Green River Killer’s return to area in September renews search for victims in South King County

by EditorMarch 9, 2025March 9, 2025
Posted inBusiness

VIDEO: From comedy to community – Scott Schaefer talks local journalism, working in TV, and service in Highline Heritage Museum radio interview

by EditorFebruary 18, 2025February 18, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

‘The Maury Island Incident’ screening and filmmaker talk coming to Vashon Theatre on Tuesday, Jan. 28

by EditorJanuary 22, 2025January 22, 2025
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivering his I Have a Dream Speech at the Civil Rights March on Washington, D.C. 08/28/1963 ARC Identifier 542069 / Local Identifier 306-SSM-4D(107)16
Posted inFeatured Post

A few moments with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

by EditorJanuary 20, 2025January 20, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines mourns the loss of beloved community leader Anna Bjorneby; memorial set for Jan. 4

by EditorDecember 10, 2024December 14, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines to host Veterans Day Ceremony at Steven J. Underwood Park on Monday, Nov. 11

by EditorNovember 4, 2024November 4, 2024
Posted inFeatured Post

REMINDER: Burien’s FREE ‘Día de los Muertos’ event is this Friday night

by EditorOctober 30, 2024October 30, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

Veteran’s Day Ceremony will honor service members on Monday, Nov. 11

by EditorOctober 17, 2024October 17, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of ‘The Maury Island Incident’ on the big screen at the Museum of Flight on Saturday, Oct. 5

by EditorSeptember 24, 2024September 24, 2024
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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

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‘Love Like Bob’ 5K returns to Marvista Park in Normandy Park on Saturday, Feb. 14

February 3, 2026February 2, 2026

Person found dead after house fire in Des Moines Sunday, investigation underway

February 2, 2026February 2, 2026

South King County Fine Arts Roundup: Date night or family night, here’s your guide to music, theater, and art for February

February 1, 2026January 31, 2026

City of Des Moines to hold 12th Man Flag Raising ceremony on Friday, Feb. 6 at City Hall

January 31, 2026January 31, 2026

DubSea Fish Sticks announce 2026 schedule with 27 home baseball games in White Center

January 30, 2026January 30, 2026
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