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Posted inBusiness, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness, Politics

Gov. Inslee announces relief for businesses, workers, renters & more in response to COVID-19

by EditorMarch 18, 2020

Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government

Census 2020 is here, and here’s what you need to know

by EditorMarch 17, 2020
Posted inBusiness, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness

Coronavirus testing tents are being set up at CVS Pharmacy in Burien

by EditorMarch 16, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness, Politics

UPDATE: More details released on closings, state & local response to coronavirus outbreak

by EditorMarch 16, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Entertainment, Government, Health & Wellness

Gov. Inslee will shutdown all restaurants & bars; limit size of gatherings Monday

by EditorMarch 15, 2020

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

Des Moines Yacht Club cancels its March 21 Marine Swap Meet

by EditorMarch 13, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness, Police

City of Des Moines Emergency Management Team releases update on programs & facilities

by EditorMarch 12, 2020

Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness, Politics, Schools & Education

Gov. Inslee announces closure of schools – including all Highline Public Schools

by EditorMarch 12, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness, Politics

UPDATE: Thursday night’s Des Moines City Council CANCELLED due to coronavirus concerns

by EditorMarch 11, 2020
Posted inBusiness, Des Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness, Politics

Small businesses may be able to receive assistance for economic loss due to COVID-19

by EditorMarch 11, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness, Politics

Gov. Inslee bans events over 250 people in 3 counties to protect from coronavirus outbreak

by EditorMarch 11, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness, Schools & Education

Due to public health concerns, Des Moines Field House closed until further notice

by EditorMarch 10, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness, Politics

Due to coronavirus, Des Moines City Council changing Public Comment policy for next meeting

by EditorMarch 7, 2020March 7, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Events, Government, Health & Wellness, Schools & Education

City of Des Moines cancels Parks, Rec & Senior Services programs due to coronavirus

by EditorMarch 6, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness, Politics

City of Des Moines issues ‘Proclamation of Emergency’ due to coronavirus outbreak

by EditorMarch 5, 2020March 5, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness, Politics

County, health officials announce new recommendations to avoid risk of coronavirus

by EditorMarch 4, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness, Politics

Des Moines City Manager releases statement on city’s response to coronavirus

by EditorMarch 3, 2020
Posted inDes Moines, Des Moines News, Government, Health & Wellness

Man being treated for coronavirus at Burien’s Highline Medical Center

by EditorMarch 2, 2020March 2, 2020
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

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REVIEW: BAT Theatre’s ‘Rebellious Women’ ‘commendable,’ especially considering topic of women’s rights is as salient now as it was in 1909

April 17, 2026April 17, 2026

REVIEW: Renton Civic Theatre’s ‘Steel Magnolias’ will transport you through the human heart, with tears, laughter, & a fresh new hairdo

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