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Port of Seattle criticizes federal climate rollbacks in new ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’

by EditorJuly 5, 2025July 5, 2025

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Financial reports, speeding complaints highlight Des Moines City Council meeting

by Mellow DeTrayJune 27, 2025June 30, 2025
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City of Des Moines launches summer neighborhood pop-ups with Tuesday, June 24 event at Wooton Park

by EditorJune 16, 2025June 16, 2025
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Des Moines City Council advances controversial Woodmont project, celebrates Farmers Market & more

by Mellow DeTrayJune 13, 2025June 13, 2025
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Port of Seattle Commission criticizes Trump travel ban as harmful to commerce and global image

by EditorJune 10, 2025June 10, 2025

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Des Moines City Council reviews Woodmont project, light rail progress, meeting rules and more

by Mellow DeTrayJune 6, 2025June 6, 2025
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Des Moines City Council reviews $10M Marina Steps project, passes utility tax & more

by Mellow DeTrayMay 23, 2025May 23, 2025

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

by Mellow DeTrayMay 2, 2025May 2, 2025
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Des Moines Mayor Buxton announces she will not seek reelection at Thursday’s city council meeting

by Mellow DeTrayApril 25, 2025April 25, 2025
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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
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Des Moines City Councilmember Matt Mahoney will not seek re-election in 2025

by EditorApril 11, 2025April 11, 2025
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Des Moines City Council considers speed humps, alarm fee hikes and ADU expansion in Thursday study session

by Mellow DeTrayApril 4, 2025April 4, 2025
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Labor, civil rights groups to rally in SeaTac on Saturday, April 5 in protest of federal policies

by EditorMarch 31, 2025March 31, 2025
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Des Moines City Council debates proposed parks levy, pool controversy, Blues & Brews park rental contract & more

by Mellow DeTrayMarch 28, 2025March 28, 2025
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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

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

by EditorMarch 15, 2025March 15, 2025
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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
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Rep. Mia Gregerson calls Burien City Manager’s statements on HB 1380 ‘misleading claims’

by EditorMarch 10, 2025March 10, 2025
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Des Moines City Council Study Session tackles efficiency, planning, public engagement and more

by Mellow DeTrayMarch 7, 2025March 7, 2025
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33rd District lawmakers to hold Town Hall at Highline College on Saturday, Mar. 15

by EditorMarch 7, 2025March 7, 2025
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SeaTac City Councilmember Peter Kwon announces bid for King County Council District 5

by EditorMarch 3, 2025March 3, 2025
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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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Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce says federal immigration, workforce policy changes hurt local businesses, workers

by EditorFebruary 23, 2025February 23, 2025
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Des Moines City Council discusses transit cuts, marina upgrades, environmental projects & more at Thursday’s meeting

by Mellow DeTrayFebruary 14, 2025February 14, 2025
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Des Moines City Council pushes forward on Redondo Pier and Marina Steps projects

by Mellow DeTrayFebruary 7, 2025February 7, 2025
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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 News

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

by EditorJanuary 28, 2025January 28, 2025
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘Continuity of the Promise: Upholding Our Educational Mandate’

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 inCrime

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

by EditorJanuary 20, 2025January 20, 2025
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Des Moines Mayor Traci Buxton elected President of Sound Cities Association

by EditorJanuary 17, 2025January 17, 2025

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Person found dead after house fire in Des Moines Sunday, investigation underway

February 2, 2026February 2, 2026

South King County Fine Arts Roundup: Date night or family night, here’s your guide to music, theater, and art for February

February 1, 2026January 31, 2026

City of Des Moines to hold 12th Man Flag Raising ceremony on Friday, Feb. 6 at City Hall

January 31, 2026January 31, 2026

DubSea Fish Sticks announce 2026 schedule with 27 home baseball games in White Center

January 30, 2026January 30, 2026

Port of Seattle cancels StART lobbying day in Olympia after cities of Burien, Des Moines bow out

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