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Posted inDes Moines

Sen. Tina Orwall launches re-election campaign for 33rd District

by EditorApril 14, 2026April 14, 2026

State Sen. Tina Orwall this week launched her re-election campaign for Washington’s 33rd Legislative District, citing a series of legislative accomplishments and support from a coalition of state and local […]

SKM AlexAndradeHeadshot26
Posted inDes Moines

Burien Councilmember Alex Andrade announces run for State House seat held by Rep. Mia Gregerson

by EditorMarch 11, 2026March 12, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Local leaders named to King County Executive-elect Girmay Zahilay’s transition committee

by EditorNovember 12, 2025November 12, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Peter Kwon concedes, thanks supporters after latest results in King County Council District 5 race

by EditorNovember 11, 2025November 11, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Schilling concedes 33rd Legislative District race to Obras, thanks supporters

by EditorNovember 8, 2025November 8, 2025

Posted inDes Moines

Steinmetz, Blosse expand leads toward wins in Des Moines City Council races

by EditorNovember 5, 2025November 5, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

ELECTION RESULTS 1: Steinmetz, Blosse lead in first round of Des Moines City Council returns

by EditorNovember 4, 2025November 4, 2025

Posted inDes Moines

Pierre Blosse is running for Des Moines City Council, Position 5

by EditorOctober 30, 2025October 30, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

VIDEO: Public safety and growth take center stage at Des Moines City Council Candidate Forum

by EditorOctober 29, 2025October 29, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Lloyd Elliott Lytle Jr. is running for Des Moines City Council, Position #5

by EditorOctober 29, 2025October 29, 2025
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Vote Damarys Espinoza for Highline School Board by November 4th

Sponsored by Friends of Damarys Espinoza October 28, 2025October 28, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Candidates for King County Executive, Council to appear at forum at Highline College this Friday, Oct. 24

by EditorOctober 22, 2025October 22, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

CANDIDATE Q&A: 11 Questions for Highline School Board Director District No. 4

by EditorOctober 22, 2025October 22, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

CANDIDATE Q&A: 11 Questions for Highline School Board Director District No. 3

by EditorOctober 21, 2025October 21, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

CANDIDATE Q&A: 11 Questions for Highline School Board Director District No. 2

by EditorOctober 20, 2025October 20, 2025
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Kevin Schilling highlights local roots and results in campaign for 33rd District

Sponsored by Elect Kevin Schilling (D) October 17, 2025October 17, 2025
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Port of Seattle Commission & 33rd District Candidate Forum will be Wednesday, Oct. 22 in Burien/Online

Sponsored by Sea-Tac Airport Community Coalition for Justice October 16, 2025October 16, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Harry Steinmetz is running for reelection to the Des Moines City Council

by EditorOctober 15, 2025October 15, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Former Highline School Board director backs incumbents

by EditorOctober 14, 2025October 13, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Tim Berge announces candidacy for Highline Water District Commissioner, Position #4

by EditorOctober 13, 2025October 15, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

VIDEO: Highline School Board candidates discuss academics, safety, transparency & more at Sept. 30 forum

by EditorOctober 6, 2025October 6, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

League of Women Voters to host Des Moines City Council Candidate Forum at Wesley Gardens on Tuesday, Oct. 14

by EditorOctober 3, 2025October 3, 2025
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Des Moines Councilmember Harry Steinmetz hosting re-election fundraiser at Quarterdeck on Monday night, Sept. 22

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

SAVE THE DATE: Seattle Southside Chamber’s 2025 Candidates Night will be Wednesday, Oct. 8

by EditorAugust 10, 2025August 9, 2025
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Highline School Board Director Damarys Espinoza announces candidacy

Sponsored by Friends of Damarys Espinoza July 29, 2025July 29, 2025
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Hope, Hard Work, and Heart: The Story of Kim-Khanh Van

Sponsored by Elect Kim-Khanh Van July 20, 2025July 20, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

‘Worst Mayor’ claim in Rep. Obras’ campaign mailer draws sharp rebuttal from Burien Mayor Kevin Schilling

by EditorJuly 16, 2025July 16, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

David Denino launches campaign for Des Moines City Council Position No. 1

by EditorJuly 14, 2025July 14, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

Election season opens up as 6 candidates file to run for 4 Des Moines City Council positions in 2025

by EditorMay 10, 2025May 10, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Mayor Buxton announces she will not seek reelection at Thursday’s city council meeting

by Mellow DeTrayApril 25, 2025April 25, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

ELECTION RESULTS 1: King County Proposition No. 1 passing with nearly 60% approval

by EditorApril 23, 2025April 23, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Councilmember Matt Mahoney will not seek re-election in 2025

by EditorApril 11, 2025April 11, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

SeaTac City Councilmember Peter Kwon announces bid for King County Council District 5

by EditorMarch 3, 2025March 3, 2025
Posted inFeatured

Dow Constantine nominates 3 candidates to fill King County Council District 5 vacancy

by EditorJanuary 24, 2025January 24, 2025

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Six Mount Rainier High seniors awarded Highline Schools Foundation scholarships

May 12, 2026May 12, 2026

Skunk Works Robotics celebrates 20th season, seeks new students

May 12, 2026May 12, 2026

Des Moines to celebrate Grand Opening of new Redondo Pier on Saturday, June 13

May 11, 2026May 11, 2026
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Giant Rummage Sale coming to Normandy Park Cove on Sunday, June 7

Normandy Park Community Club (The Cove) Sponsored by Normandy Park Community Club (The Cove) May 11, 2026May 11, 2026

South King County Fine Arts Roundup: music, dance and theatre fill early May calendar

May 9, 2026May 9, 2026
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May 13
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South King County leaders to speak at Transit Town Hall at Highline College on Wednesday, May 13

May 16
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Free Boeing Employees Choir concert celebrating Artemis II mission set for Saturday, May 16

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

Jun 6
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market to open 21st season Saturday, June 6 with new layout

Jun 20
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