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

by EditorJuly 2, 2026July 2, 2026

Residents can help stock the shelves of the Des Moines Area Food Bank while taking aim at local elected officials during the city’s “Dunk a Councilmember!” fundraiser during the 4th […]

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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

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

by Mellow DeTrayJune 26, 2026June 26, 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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Des Moines, Burien Airport Committees unite to challenge Sea-Tac expansion impacts

by Sarah ToceJune 14, 2026June 14, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council hears airport expansion update, unveils new July 4 celebration plans & more

by Mellow DeTrayJune 12, 2026June 12, 2026

Posted inDes Moines

Washington Commissioner of Public Lands

by EditorJune 12, 2026June 12, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Attorney Tim George named Highline College’s 2026 Distinguished Alumnus

by EditorJune 9, 2026June 9, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council weighs airport expansion, rising domestic violence, downtown transformation & more

by Mellow DeTrayJune 5, 2026June 5, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council reviews ferry pilot, hears about license plate cameras and case for expanding Link light rail access

by Mellow DeTrayMay 29, 2026May 29, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Wesley Des Moines election goes to the dogs, and residents love it

by EditorMay 27, 2026May 27, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Cities of Des Moines, Burien and SeaTac denied more time to review airport SAMP impacts

by EditorMay 21, 2026May 21, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Appeal hearing set for this Friday, May 22 in fight to save historic Masonic Home in Des Moines

by EditorMay 20, 2026May 20, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Flock cameras, traffic enforcement dominate Des Moines City Council discussion

by Mellow DeTrayMay 15, 2026May 15, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Crash shuts down 3 lanes of northbound I-5 at SR 509 in Des Moines Friday morning

by EditorMay 15, 2026May 15, 2026
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REPORT: Gun violence homicides drop to single digits for first time in 9 years

by EditorMay 14, 2026May 14, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

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

by EditorMay 11, 2026May 11, 2026
Posted inCommunity

Des Moines City Council focuses on transit, trees and city vision for future

by Mellow DeTrayMay 8, 2026May 8, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

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

by EditorMay 7, 2026May 7, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

City of Des Moines to host Open House on pedestrian safety near North Hill Elementary on Tuesday, May 12

by EditorMay 1, 2026May 1, 2026
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Vandals damage Marine View Park signs in Normandy Park

by EditorApril 30, 2026April 30, 2026
Posted inDes Moines News

VIDEO: Joint chamber Legislative Wrap-up Luncheon focuses on budget challenges and business impacts

by EditorApril 27, 2026April 27, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council weighs safety, surveillance, shrinking revenues and more at April 23 meeting

by Mellow DeTrayApril 24, 2026April 24, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

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

by EditorApril 22, 2026April 22, 2026
Posted inCommunity, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Environment, Events, Featured, Featured Post, Government, News, Things To Do

REMINDER: City of Des Moines shredding event is Wednesday, April 22 at Activity Center

by EditorApril 21, 2026April 21, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines Mayor Yoshiko Grace Matsui to hold ‘Chat with the Mayor’ this Saturday, April 25

by EditorApril 20, 2026April 20, 2026
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Sen. Tina Orwall launches re-election campaign for 33rd District

by EditorApril 14, 2026April 14, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘Stop the pearl clutching’ over public cameras, resident says

by EditorApril 14, 2026April 14, 2026
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council weighs equity, budget cuts, surveillance concerns & more at April 9 meeting

by Mellow DeTrayApril 10, 2026April 10, 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

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

by EditorMarch 30, 2026March 30, 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 inAnimals

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

by EditorMarch 27, 2026March 27, 2026

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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

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

July 2, 2026July 2, 2026
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Port of Seattle urges South King County residents to help shape airport’s future

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

July 1, 2026July 1, 2026
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Jul 4
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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

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

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