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Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness

First coronavirus fatality in U.S. is in King County; Gov. Inslee proclaims State of Emergency

by EditorFebruary 29, 2020February 29, 2020

Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Environment, Government, Health & Wellness

Congressman Adam Smith reintroduces Aviation Impacted Communities Act

by EditorFebruary 28, 2020February 28, 2020
Coronavirus
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness

City of Des Moines releases info on Coronavirus (COVID-19)

by EditorFebruary 27, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Letters to the Editor, Politics

A letter from Councilmember JC Harris: ‘It’s about policy, not the person…’

by EditorFebruary 18, 2020February 18, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Elections, Government, Politics

Bangs wins vacant Des Moines City Council seat over resident Harry Steinmetz

by EditorFebruary 14, 2020

Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Elections, Government, Letters to the Editor, Politics

LETTER: Mayor Pina, Deputy Mayor Mahoney share thoughts on selection of Luisa Bangs

by EditorFebruary 14, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Elections, Government, Politics

BREAKING: Former Des Moines Councilmember Luisa Bangs selected to vacant seat

by EditorFebruary 13, 2020February 13, 2020

Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Events, Government, Politics

Possible selection of new Councilmember, more on agenda for Thurs. night Council

by EditorFebruary 12, 2020February 12, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Entertainment, Environment, Events, Government, Politics, Sponsored

SPONSORED: News update & upcoming events from King Co. Councilmember Dave Upthegrove

by EditorFebruary 12, 2020February 13, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Elections, Government, Politics

After wrangle over procedure, Des Moines Council candidates tell why they want to fill vacancy

by EditorFebruary 7, 2020February 7, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Politics

Here are the 8 residents & ‘visions’ for taking over vacant Des Moines Council seat

by EditorFebruary 3, 2020February 3, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Politics

Des Moines Councilmember critical of process for filling Pennington vacancy

by EditorFebruary 3, 2020February 3, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Politics

Council will review applicants, possibly select replacement Thursday night

by EditorFebruary 2, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Entertainment, Government, Health & Wellness, Politics, Sports

City of Des Moines teaming up with Seattle Sounders & Seattle Storm at Midway Park

by EditorJanuary 29, 2020
Des Moines City Council
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Politics

Council gives city manager pay raise but new member Harris says many citizens unhappy

by EditorJanuary 26, 2020January 27, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Politics

City of Des Moines seeking applicants for City Council vacancy

by EditorJanuary 24, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Politics, Transportation

Federal Way Link extension project receives $790 million grant from feds

by EditorJanuary 22, 2020
Posted inBusiness, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Events, Government, Politics

Recycling, soccer field, marina, City Manager contract & more on Thurs. Council agenda

by EditorJanuary 21, 2020January 27, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Politics

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

by EditorJanuary 20, 2020January 27, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Politics

Jesse Johnson appointed as new State Rep. for 30th District

by EditorJanuary 13, 2020January 13, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Events, Government, Politics

Swearings in, Mayor/Deputy Mayor selection, Marina & more on agenda for Thurs. council

by EditorJanuary 7, 2020January 8, 2020
Posted inCrime, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Events, Police, Politics

‘Understanding the Mental Health & Drug Crisis’ meeting will be Thurs., Jan. 9

by EditorDecember 28, 2019
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Environment, Events, Government, Politics, Transportation

Second Commercial Aviation Coordinating Commission meeting will be Jan. 9

by EditorDecember 24, 2019December 24, 2019
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Environment, Government, Health & Wellness

Saltwater State Park closed due to sewage spill discharge

by EditorDecember 21, 2019December 21, 2019
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Elections, Government, Politics

King County certifies 2019 election results, announces recounts in 3 races

by EditorNovember 28, 2019
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Elections, Government, Politics, Transportation

Gov. Inslee releases statement on I-976; numerous WSDOT projects put on hold

by EditorNovember 27, 2019November 27, 2019
Posted inBusiness, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Entertainment, Events, Government, Politics

Shop Local during ‘Small Business Saturday’ this Saturday, Nov. 30!

by EditorNovember 26, 2019
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Politics

Des Moines Council rule changes approved over objections from newly-elected J.C. Harris

by EditorNovember 22, 2019November 24, 2019
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Politics

$3.66 million awarded to city for 24th Ave S. Roadway Improvement Project

by EditorNovember 22, 2019
Posted inCrime, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Police, Politics, Video

VIDEO: Watch King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg’s Community Meeting

by EditorNovember 16, 2019November 16, 2019
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Entertainment, Events, Government

SPONSORED: Holiday events listings courtesy King Co. Councilmember Dave Upthegrove

by EditorNovember 14, 2019
Posted inCrime, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Events, Government, Politics

Community Meeting with King Co. Prosecutor Dan Satterberg will be Thursday

by EditorNovember 12, 2019November 15, 2019
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Events, Government

REMINDER: Veteran’s Day Celebration at Beach Park Auditorium Monday

by EditorNovember 10, 2019November 12, 2019
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Elections, Government, Politics

ELECTION RESULTS 4: Harris, Martinelli continue to lead over incumbents

by EditorNovember 8, 2019
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Police, Politics

Two Des Moines police officers commended for saving life of one-month old boy

by EditorNovember 8, 2019

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Highline Public Schools to cut $8 million from budget, eliminate over 31 central office positions

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