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Des Moines Council declares city ‘Sixgill Shark Capital,’ eyes national recognition, Memorial Flag Triangle funding & more

by Mellow DeTrayMarch 14, 2025March 14, 2025

Posted inFeatured Post

LETTER: Normandy Park Mayor Eric Zimmerman: ‘Rep. Gregerson misrepresents discussion around HB 1380’

by EditorMarch 11, 2025March 11, 2025
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Rep. Mia Gregerson calls Burien City Manager’s statements on HB 1380 ‘misleading claims’

by EditorMarch 10, 2025March 10, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council Study Session tackles efficiency, planning, public engagement and more

by Mellow DeTrayMarch 7, 2025March 7, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

33rd District lawmakers to hold Town Hall at Highline College on Saturday, Mar. 15

by EditorMarch 7, 2025March 7, 2025

Posted inDes Moines

VIDEO: King County Water Taxi ‘Sally Fox’ tests potential Des Moines route

by EditorMarch 5, 2025March 5, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

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

by EditorMarch 3, 2025March 3, 2025

Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council hears update on failed airport bill, possible revival of ‘Mosquito Fleet,’ affordable housing and more at Thursday’s meeting

by Mellow DeTrayFebruary 28, 2025February 28, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Lane and ramp closures on I-5 in south King County continue next week

by EditorFebruary 27, 2025February 27, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce says federal immigration, workforce policy changes hurt local businesses, workers

by EditorFebruary 23, 2025February 23, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines’ SR3 says state bill to kill more seals and sea lions is based on ‘uncertain science’

by EditorFebruary 19, 2025February 19, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council discusses transit cuts, marina upgrades, environmental projects & more at Thursday’s meeting

by Mellow DeTrayFebruary 14, 2025February 14, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council pushes forward on Redondo Pier and Marina Steps projects

by Mellow DeTrayFebruary 7, 2025February 7, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council declines $5.3M land purchase despite public pleas for preservation at Thursday’s study session

by Mellow DeTrayJanuary 31, 2025January 31, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council reschedules Marina Steps and Redondo Pier discussions to Thursday, Feb. 6

by EditorJanuary 29, 2025January 29, 2025
Posted inDes Moines News

King County Council selects De’Sean Quinn to fill District 5 vacancy

by EditorJanuary 28, 2025January 28, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

City of Des Moines reduces animal control services amid budget constraints

by EditorJanuary 28, 2025January 28, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

Tukwila Police Chief affirms commitment to serving all community members amid immigration concerns

by EditorJanuary 27, 2025January 27, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council approves redesign of Redondo Fishing Pier, makes cuts in animal control services & more

by Mellow DeTrayJanuary 24, 2025January 24, 2025
Posted inFeatured

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

by EditorJanuary 24, 2025January 24, 2025
Posted inDes Moines News

Ribbon-cutting event on Wednesday, Jan. 22 will introduce electric carshare program at Des Moines Marina

by EditorJanuary 21, 2025January 21, 2025
Posted inCrime

President Trump pardons Jan. 6 defendants, including local Proud Boy Ethan Nordean

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

Des Moines Mayor Traci Buxton elected President of Sound Cities Association

by EditorJanuary 17, 2025January 17, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Dave Upthegrove sworn in as new Commissioner of Public Lands for Washington

by EditorJanuary 17, 2025January 17, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Burien Mayor Kevin Schilling announces campaign for Washington State House of Representatives, 33rd District Position 1

by EditorJanuary 15, 2025January 15, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council reviews Marina Steps bids, recent flooding, approves fees for public records requests

by Mellow DeTrayJanuary 10, 2025January 10, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Critics, including local cities, groups and residents, warn of health and climate risks in Sea-Tac Airport expansion proposal

by EditorJanuary 8, 2025January 8, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines updates Marina and Beach Park parking rates for 2025

by EditorJanuary 2, 2025January 2, 2025
Posted inDes Moines News

City of Des Moines holding Open House on Middle Housing Regulations on Wednesday, Jan. 15

by EditorDecember 28, 2024December 28, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

VIDEO: South Sound Chambers Coalition addresses key regional issues at Dec. 17 Legislative Breakfast

by Scott SchaeferDecember 21, 2024December 21, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

Lane and ramp closures in south King County continue this week

by EditorDecember 16, 2024December 16, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

Marina Steps project delayed, Water District 54 franchise fee approved during contentious Des Moines City Council meeting

by Mellow DeTrayDecember 14, 2024December 14, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

New Des Moines City Manager Katherine Caffrey will speak at Rotary Meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 18

by EditorDecember 13, 2024December 12, 2024
Posted inDes Moines

‘You sat down as Rep. Orwall. You shall rise as Sen. Orwall’ – Tina Orwall selected Tuesday by King County Council to replace Sen. Karen Keiser in Washington Senate

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

33rd District Democrats select finalists to fill legislative vacancies; final decision expected Tuesday

by EditorDecember 9, 2024December 9, 2024

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Six Mount Rainier High seniors awarded Highline Schools Foundation scholarships

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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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