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Des Moines City Council honors police, debates parking, expands citizen advisory roles & more at Thursday’s meeting

by Mellow DeTrayMay 9, 2025May 9, 2025

Posted inDes Moines

Field House public access ends Monday, May 5 as city launches new Community Enrichment Services department

by EditorMay 3, 2025May 3, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council considers stricter false alarm fines, picks new city logo

by Mellow DeTrayMay 2, 2025May 2, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Seniors for the Constitution to hold third peaceful rally this Saturday, May 3 in Des Moines

by EditorApril 30, 2025April 30, 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
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PHOTOS/VIDEO: Over 400 rally in Des Moines Saturday for second cross-generational protest at Big Catch Plaza

by EditorApril 21, 2025April 21, 2025

Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines groups will hold protest at Big Catch Plaza this Saturday, April 19

by EditorApril 15, 2025April 15, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council discusses crumbling roads, stalled ferry bill, levy fatigue, 4th of July drone show & more

by Mellow DeTrayApril 12, 2025April 12, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

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

by EditorApril 11, 2025April 11, 2025
Posted inDes Moines News

Volunteers needed for 2025 StormFest, coming to Des Moines Beach Park June 10-12

by EditorApril 8, 2025April 8, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

City of Des Moines issues updates on Des Moines Memorial Drive and SR 509 projects

by EditorApril 8, 2025April 8, 2025
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VIDEO/PHOTOS: ‘Hands Off!’ rallies in Des Moines and SeaTac draw big crowds, protests over federal policies

by Scott SchaeferApril 6, 2025April 7, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council considers speed humps, alarm fee hikes and ADU expansion in Thursday study session

by Mellow DeTrayApril 4, 2025April 4, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

‘Hands Off’ rally will be at Big Catch Plaza in Des Moines this Saturday, April 5

by EditorApril 4, 2025April 4, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Concerned about a stray animal? Don’t call 911, Des Moines city officials say

by EditorApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025
Posted inDes Moines News

Help send baby Coho salmon into Des Moines Creek on Saturday, April 26

by EditorApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025
Posted inFeatured Post

Labor, civil rights groups to rally in SeaTac on Saturday, April 5 in protest of federal policies

by EditorMarch 31, 2025March 31, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Bench dedicated Saturday to honor Jack and Norma Kelsey’s legacy of kindness to Des Moines

by EditorMarch 30, 2025March 30, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines City Council debates proposed parks levy, pool controversy, Blues & Brews park rental contract & more

by Mellow DeTrayMarch 28, 2025March 28, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Dow Constantine hired as new Sound Transit CEO

by EditorMarch 27, 2025March 27, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

South King County officials join statewide call for new revenue to avoid cuts to critical services

by EditorMarch 27, 2025March 27, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Lane closure set as Des Moines begins Memorial Flag Triangle construction next week

by EditorMarch 27, 2025March 27, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

Des Moines to honor local icon Jack Kelsey with Bench Dedication on Saturday, Mar. 29

by EditorMarch 24, 2025March 24, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

SR3 celebrates victory as State Bill 4004 targeting seals and sea lions stalls

by EditorMarch 20, 2025March 20, 2025
Posted inDes Moines News

State Sens. Hasegawa, Orwall to host Town Hall in Tukwila this Saturday, Mar. 22

by EditorMarch 19, 2025March 19, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

VIDEO: HB 1380 sparks discussion on dignity, homelessness & more at Saturday’s 33rd District Town Hall

by EditorMarch 15, 2025March 15, 2025
Posted inDes Moines

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
Posted inFeatured Post

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

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Des Moines Mayor Yoshiko Grace Matsui to host community chat on Monday, Mar. 30 at Alina’s Cafe

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LETTER: ‘No Kings III’ rally will be this Saturday, Mar. 28 at Big Catch Plaza from Noon–2 p.m.

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